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INGHAM COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS FEBRUARY 27, 2007 REGULAR MEETING – 7:30 P.M. COMMISSIONERS’ ROOM - COURTHOUSE MASON, MICHIGAN AGENDA I. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE III. TIME FOR MEDITATION IV. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF FEBRUARY 13, 2007 V. ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA VI. PETITIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS 1. LETTER FROM THE DEPARTMENT OF TREASURY REVOKING THE PERSONAL PROPERTY COMPONENT OF THE INDUSTRIAL FACILITY EXEMPTION CERTIFICATE ISSUED TO GT USA LLC 2. LETTER FROM THE DEPARTMENT OF TREASURY REVOKING THE REAL AND PERSONAL PROPERTY COMPONENT OF THE INDUSTRIAL FACILITY EXEMPTION CERTIFICATE ISSUED TO GT USA LLC 3. LETTER FROM THE DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY FORWARDING THE AIR QUALITY DIVISION’S PENDING NEW SOURCE REVIEW APPLICATION REPORT 4. LETTER FROM THE DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES, ANNOUNCING APPROVAL OF THE 2006-07 CHILD CARE FUND EXPENDITURES IN THE AMOUNT OF $6,816,666.50 5. LETTER FROM THE INGHAM TOWNSHIP PLANNING COMMISSION REGARDING THE UPDATE OF THE EXISTING COMPREHENSIVE LAND USE PLAN 6. LETTER FROM THE SHIAWASSEE COUNTY COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT REGARDING A FUTURE LAND USE PLAN VII. LIMITED PUBLIC COMMENT VIII. CONSIDERATION OF CONSENT AGENDA

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INGHAM COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS FEBRUARY 27, 2007 REGULAR MEETING – 7:30 P.M. COMMISSIONERS’ ROOM - COURTHOUSE MASON, MICHIGAN AGENDA

I. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL

II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE III. TIME FOR MEDITATION IV. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF FEBRUARY 13, 2007

V. ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA VI. PETITIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS

1. LETTER FROM THE DEPARTMENT OF TREASURY REVOKING THE PERSONAL PROPERTY COMPONENT OF THE INDUSTRIAL FACILITY EXEMPTION CERTIFICATE ISSUED TO GT USA LLC

2. LETTER FROM THE DEPARTMENT OF TREASURY REVOKING THE REAL

AND PERSONAL PROPERTY COMPONENT OF THE INDUSTRIAL FACILITY EXEMPTION CERTIFICATE ISSUED TO GT USA LLC

3. LETTER FROM THE DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY

FORWARDING THE AIR QUALITY DIVISION’S PENDING NEW SOURCE REVIEW APPLICATION REPORT

4. LETTER FROM THE DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES, ANNOUNCING

APPROVAL OF THE 2006-07 CHILD CARE FUND EXPENDITURES IN THE AMOUNT OF $6,816,666.50

5. LETTER FROM THE INGHAM TOWNSHIP PLANNING COMMISSION

REGARDING THE UPDATE OF THE EXISTING COMPREHENSIVE LAND USE PLAN

6. LETTER FROM THE SHIAWASSEE COUNTY COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT

REGARDING A FUTURE LAND USE PLAN VII. LIMITED PUBLIC COMMENT

VIII. CONSIDERATION OF CONSENT AGENDA

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BOARD AGENDA PAGE TWO FEBRUARY 27, 2007 IX. COMMITTEE REPORTS AND RESOLUTIONS

7. COUNTY SERVICES AND FINANCE COMMITTEES – RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT TO CONTRACT WITH THE TRI-COUNTY OFFICE ON AGING TO PROVIDE HUMAN RESOURCES SERVICES

8. COUNTY SERVICES COMMITTEE – RESOLUTION CLARIFYING THE

RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE FAIR BOARD AND THE FAIR MANAGER 9. HUMAN SERVICES AND FINANCE COMMITTEES – RESOLUTION

AUTHORIZING A 2007 AGREEMENT FOR THE CAPITAL AREA UNITED WAY CENTRAL MICHIGAN 2-1-1 PROJECT

10. HUMAN SERVICES AND FINANCE COMMITTEES – RESOLUTION TO

AUTHORIZE AMENDMENT #2 TO THE 2006-2007 COMPREHENSIVE PLANNING, BUDGETING AND CONTRACTING AGREEMENT WITH THE MICHIGAN DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY HEALTH

11. HUMAN SERVICES, COUNTY SERVICES AND FINANCE COMMITTEES –

RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE A REORGANIZATION WITHIN THE BUREAU OF HEALTH PLAN MANAGEMENT

12. JUDICIARY COMMITTEE – RESOLUTION HONORING MATTHEW

BIERWAGEN 13. JUDICIARY COMMITTEE – RESOLUTION HONORING DONALD REISIG 14. JUDICIARY COMMITTEE – RESOLUTION REQUESTING THE INGHAM

COUNTY/CITY OF LANSING COMMUNITY COALITION FOR YOUTH TO ESTABLISH A TASK FORCE TO HELP FACILITATE THE PLANNING OF THE “CONTINUUM OF CARE” FACILITY

15. LAW ENFORCEMENT AND FINANCE COMMITTEES – RESOLUTION

AUTHORIZING THE DISPOSITION OF COUNTY GRANT EQUIPMENT AND AUTHORIZING A CONTRACT WITH CRISTO REY COMMUNITY CENTER

X. SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY

XI. PUBLIC COMMENT XII. COMMISSIONER ANNOUNCEMENTS

XIII. CONSIDERATION AND ALLOWANCE OF CLAIMS

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BOARD AGENDA PAGE THREE FEBRUARY 27, 2007

XIV. ADJOURNMENT THE COUNTY OF INGHAM WILL PROVIDE NECESSARY AND REASONABLE AUXILIARY AIDS AND SERVICES, SUCH AS INTERPRETERS FOR THE HEARING IMPAIRED AND AUDIO TAPES OF PRINTED MATERIALS BEING CONSIDERED AT THE MEETINGS 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. PLEASE TURN OFF CELL PHONES AND OTHER ELECTRONIC DEVICES OR SET TO

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Board of Commissioners Rooms- Courthouse Mason -7:30 p.m. February 13, 2007

CALL TO ORDER: The February 13, 2007 meeting of the Ingham County Board of Commissioners was called to order by Chairperson Thomas at 7:40 p.m. Roll was called and all Commissioners were present, except Commissioner Schor. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Scott Smith and Todd Carliyle, Williamston, led the Board in the Pledge of Allegiance and a few moments of silence were observed for meditation. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES: Moved by Commissioner Schafer, supported by Commissioner Celentino to approve the Minutes of the January 23, 2007 meeting, as written. Motion carried unanimously. Absent: Commissioner Schor. ADDITIONS OF THE AGENDA: Moved by Commissioner De Leon, supported by Commissioner Copedge to suspend the rules to allow the addition of a late resolution appointing the Ingham County Controller/Administrator. Motion carried unanimously. Absent: Commissioner Schor. PRESENTATION: INGHAM COUNTY YOUTH COMMISSION: Members of the Ingham County Youth Commission presented their semi-annual report and updated the Commissioners on their activities. PETITIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS: Resolution from Livingston County Urging the Michigan Legislature to Freeze Taxable Values on Residential Properties. Referred to the Finance Committee. Resolution from Isabella County supporting Christine Alwood for MAC Member-at-Large. Received and placed on file. Letter from Mary J. Patenge regarding the cost of the Groesbeck Drain Projects. Referred to the County Services Committee. Letter from Gary D. Aten, Michigan Committee for Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve, encouraging Ingham County to sign a Statement of Support for Guard and Reserve Troops. Referred to the Human Services Committee. Letter from Stephen J. Gauthier, Government Finance Officers Association, naming Giacomo Restuccia as a recipient of a Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting. Referred to the Finance Committee. Ingham County Road Commission’s 2007 Operating Budget. Referred to the County Services and Finance Committees. Notice of Public Hearing from the City of Lansing for the Proposed Neighborhood Enterprise Zone #21: Riverbend-Whitehall. Referred to the Finance Committee.

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Notice of Public Hearing from the City of Lansing for the Proposed Industrial Development City of Lansing IDD for S&S Die Company. Referred to the Finance Committee. Letter from Calvin Lynch thanking the Board for his appointment to the Airport Board. Received and placed on file. LIMITED PUBLIC COMMENT: None. CONSIDERATION OF CONSENT AGENDA: Moved by Commissioner Severino, supported by Commissioner Celentino to adopt a consent agenda consisting of all items except items 11, 22 and 25. Motion carried unanimously. Absent: Commissioner Schor. Items on the consent agenda were adopted by a unanimous roll call vote. Absent: Commissioner Schor. Items voted on separately are so noted in the Minutes. COMMITTEE REPORTS AND RESOLUTIONS: The following resolution was introduced by the County Services and Finance Committees:

RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AN AGREEMENT EXTENSION WITH COMERICA FOR THE PROCUREMENT CARD PROGRAM

RESOLUTION #07-019

WHEREAS, the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorized in Resolution #02-178, the Purchasing Department to proceed with implementing a Procurement Card Program; and WHEREAS, the Procurement Card Team was formed including representatives from Budgeting, Financial Services, Human Resources, Management Information Services, Treasury, and Purchasing Department; and WHEREAS, the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorized in Resolution #03-026, the agreement with Comerica for the Procurement Card Program at no cost to the County; and WHEREAS, Comerica has requested a change to the rebate payment schedule and requested an extension of the agreement from July 31, 2006 until July 30, 2009, with all other agreement sections to remain the same including the provision that there will be no cost to the County; and WHEREAS, the Procurement Card Team has reviewed the rebate payment schedule and the program and recommends the acceptance of the rebate payment schedule and the agreement extension received from Comerica. THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorizes entering into a three-year agreement extension with Comerica for the Procurement Card Program for the term of July 31, 2006 until July 30, 2009. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the rebate payment schedule be changed to September 2005 through November 2006, payment February 2007, December 2006 through December 2007, payment January 2008, and January 2008 through December 2008, payment January 2009.

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BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board Chairperson and County Clerk are hereby authorized to sign the necessary agreement documents prepared and approved as to form by the County Attorney. COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: De Leon, Tennis, Copedge, Nolan, Severino, Dougan Nays: None Absent: None Approved 2/6/07 FINANCE: Yeas: Celentino, Weatherwax-Grant, Grebner, Hertel, Soule, Dougan Nays: None Absent: None Approved 2/7/07 Adopted as part of the consent agenda. The following resolution was introduced by the County Services and Finance Committees:

RESOLUTION INCREASING THE FEE CHARGED FOR MARRIAGE CEREMONIES OFFICIATED BY THE COUNTY CLERK

RESOLUTION #07-020

WHEREAS, House Bill 4086, Public Act 419 of 2006, provides for County Clerks to solemnize marriages within the County in which they are elected as County Clerk; and WHEREAS, Resolution #06-276 authorized a fee of $10.00 for each marriage solemnized by the County Clerk, with such revenues to be deposited in the County’s General Fund; and WHEREAS, the Clerk is desirous of increasing the fee to more closely reflect the actual costs involved in scheduling the wedding, preparing the vows, and performing the ceremony. THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the fee for marriages solemnized by the County Clerk shall be increased to $25.00, effective with the adoption of this resolution. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Controller is authorized to make the necessary budget adjustments associated with this resolution. COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: De Leon, Tennis, Copedge, Nolan, Dougan Nays: Severino Absent: None Approved 2/6/07 FINANCE: Yeas: Celentino, Weatherwax-Grant, Grebner, Hertel, Soule, Dougan Nays: None Absent: None Approved 2/7/07 Moved by Commissioner De Leon, supported by Commissioner Grebner to adopt the resolution. Motion carried, with Commissioner Severino voting no, all others voting yes. Absent: Commissioner Schor. The following resolution was introduced by County Services and Finance Committees:

RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING A CONTRACT WITH TYLER TECHNOLOGIES – EAGLE DIVISION TO UPGRADE THE E-RECORDING SOFTWARE FOR THE COUNTY CLERK’S

OFFICE

RESOLUTION #07-021

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WHEREAS, Tyler Technologies - Eagle Division has developed an upgrade to their application currently used by the Ingham County Clerk to receive, record, and return documents to and from the constituents of Ingham County; and WHEREAS, the Ingham County Clerk, with the concurrence of the Management Information Services Department, is recommending that the upgrade to the application be purchased for use in Ingham County; and WHEREAS, this upgrade has been budgeted in the 2007 Capital Improvement Plan. THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Commissioners authorize entering into a contract with Tyler Technologies – Eagle Division to upgrade the eRecording software for the County Clerk’s Office. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the authorized purchase price for the license fee and professional services will not to exceed $98,100. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the annual support and maintenance fees will be as specified in Eagle’s Quote, beginning with the first year’s cost of $15,825. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board Chairperson and County Clerk are authorized to sign any necessary agreements after approval as to form by the County Attorney. COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: De Leon, Tennis, Copedge, Nolan, Severino, Dougan Nays: None Absent: None Approved 2/6/07 FINANCE: Yeas: Celentino, Weatherwax-Grant, Grebner, Hertel, Soule, Dougan Nays: None Absent: None Approved 2/7/07 Adopted as part of the consent agenda. The following resolution was introduced by the County Services and Finance Committees:

RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING A CONTRACT EXTENSION WITH SHERIDAN LAND CONSULTING TO PROVIDE TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE TO THE INGHAM COUNTY

AGRICULTURAL PRESERVATION BOARD

RESOLUTION #07-022 WHEREAS, Ingham County desires to provide for the effective long-term protection and preservation of farmland in Ingham County from the pressure of increasing residential and commercial development; and WHEREAS, the Ingham County Board of Commissioners adopted the Ingham County Farmland Purchase of Development Rights Ordinance in July 2004; and WHEREAS, the Ingham County Farmland Purchase of Development Rights Ordinance authorized the establishment of the Ingham County Agricultural Preservation Board to oversee the Farmland Preservation Program; and

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WHEREAS, the Board of Commissioners was under contract with Sheridan Land Consulting for technical assistance for the implementation of the Farmland Purchase of Development Rights Ordinance through December 2006; and WHEREAS, the Agricultural Preservation Board has recommended the contract with Sheridan Land Consulting to provide technical assistance be continued through December 2007; and WHEREAS, funding for this contract is included in the 2007 Ingham County Budget. THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners shall continue a contract with Sheridan Land Consulting in an amount not exceeding $35,000 for technical assistance to the Ingham County Agricultural Preservation Board through December 2007. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board Chairperson and County Clerk are authorized to sign contract documents consistent with this resolution after approval as to form by the County Attorney. COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: De Leon, Tennis, Copedge, Nolan, Severino, Dougan Nays: None Absent: None Approved 2/6/07 FINANCE: Yeas: Celentino, Weatherwax-Grant, Grebner, Hertel, Soule, Dougan Nays: None Absent: None Approved 2/7/07 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 TRAINING AGREEMENT WITH THE MICHIGAN 4C ASSOCIATION

RESOLUTION #07-023

WHEREAS, the Office for Young Children (OYC) has provided training for child care providers and supported the recruitment and training of potential child care providers for many years; and WHEREAS, the Michigan 4C Association has been awarded a contract from the Early Childhood Development Corporation to deliver such services statewide, and proposes to subcontract for OYC services in the four county Ingham Region for the period October 1, 2006 through September 30, 2008; and WHEREAS, the Health Officer has advised that these funds have been anticipated in the 2007 Budget and has recommended that the Board of Commissioners authorize the subcontract with the Michigan 4C Association. THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorizes a subcontract with the Michigan Community Coordinated Child Care (4C) Association for the purpose of delivering child care training services through the Office for Young Children. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the period of the subcontract shall be October 1, 2006 through September 30, 2008.

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BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Michigan 4C Association shall pay Ingham County up to $54,800 for child care training services. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board Chairperson is authorized to sign the subcontract after review by the County Attorney. HUMAN SERVICES: Yeas: Hertel, Grebner, Bahar-Cook, Schor, Tennis, Severino Nays: None Absent: None Approved 2/5/07 FINANCE: Yeas: Celentino, Weatherwax-Grant, Grebner, Hertel, Soule, Dougan Nays: None Absent: None Approved 2/7/07 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 THE REGENTS OF THE UNIVERSITY

OF MICHIGAN FOR THE PROVISION OF DENTAL SERVICES

RESOLUTION #07-024 WHEREAS, the Health Department’s Community Health Center Network provides preventive and comprehensive dental services to over 4,100 individuals; and WHEREAS, the University of Michigan School of Dentistry (UMSD) desires to provide services at the Health Department’s Community Health Center Network as an outreach and training program for its students; and WHEREAS, the Health Department desires to secure UMSD students to assist it in delivering its oral health services; and WHEREAS, the Primary Care Director has negotiated with the UMSD and recommends that an agreement be authorized for the period of June 1, 2007 through May 31, 2008; and WHEREAS, the Community Health Center Board of Directors has considered the operational merit of this agreement and recommends that an agreement be authorized for the period of June 1, 2007 through May 31, 2008. THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorizes a dental services agreement with the Regents of the University of Michigan for professional dental services for the period June 1, 2007 through May 31, 2008. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that services shall include forty hours of dental health care services per week for approximately thirty-three weeks per year and that Ingham County shall compensate the UMSD $28,832.00 per year. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board Chairperson is authorized to sign the Agreement after review by the County Attorney. HUMAN SERVICES: Yeas: Hertel, Bahar-Cook, Schor, Tennis, Severino

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Nays: None Absent: Grebner Approved 2/5/07 FINANCE: Yeas: Celentino, Weatherwax-Grant, Grebner, Hertel, Soule, Dougan Nays: None Absent: None Approved 2/7/07 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 THE

MICHIGAN DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES TO PROVIDE SUPPORT FOR THE JUMPSTART EARLY ADVANTAGE PROGRAM

RESOLUTION #07-025

WHEREAS, the Ingham County Health Department operates the JumpStart Program, intended to improve maternal and child health and prevent child abuse and neglect; and WHEREAS, the JumpStart Program is supported by funding from several grants, with the principal grant from the Michigan Department of Human Services (DHS) which requires local matching funds; and WHEREAS, the Ingham County DHS proposes to commit $11,250 for this purpose during the period January 1, 2007 through September 30, 2007; and $15,000 for the period of October 1, 2007 through September 30, 2008; and $15,000 for the period of October 1, 2008 through September 30, 2009. WHEREAS, the Health Officer has recommended that the Board of Commissioners authorize an agreement with the Michigan Department of Human Services (Ingham County) for the purpose of providing financial support to the JumpStart Program THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorizes an agreement with the Michigan Department of Human Services to provide financial support to the operation of the JumpStart Program operated by the Ingham County Health Department. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the period of the agreement shall be January 1, 2007 through September 30, 2009 and that the Michigan Department of Human Services shall provide up to $41,250 to Ingham County to support activities identified in the agreement. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board Chairperson is authorized to sign the agreement after review by the County Attorney. HUMAN SERVICES: Yeas: Hertel, Bahar-Cook, Schor, Tennis, Severino Nays: None Absent: Grebner Approved 2/5/07 FINANCE: Yeas: Celentino, Weatherwax-Grant, Grebner, Hertel, Soule, Dougan Nays: None Absent: None Approved 2/7/07 Adopted as part of the consent agenda. The following resolution was introduced by the Human Services and Finance Committees:

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RESOLUTION TO AMEND RESOLUTION #06-281 – 2006-2007 MOVING OUR COMMUNITY TOWARD HEALTH GRANT

RESOLUTION #07-026

WHEREAS, the Ingham County Board of Commissioners adopted Resolution #06-281, authorizing a $58,000 Moving Our Community Toward Health grant from the Michigan Department of Community Health; and WHEREAS, the Ingham County Health Department received notification from Michigan Department of Community Health (MDCH) and Michigan State University Extension (MSUE) announcing that the Moving Our Community Toward Health grant award had been increased to $100,000; and WHEREAS, a new work plan reflecting the additional funds has been approved by the funding entities; and WHEREAS, the additional grant money necessitates amending some of the contracts authorized in Resolution #06-281 as well as authorization for new contracts. THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners amends Resolution #06-281 Authorizing a Moving Our Community Toward Health grant. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, MDCH and MSUE will provide Ingham County with $100,000 to implement the initiative. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that $60,000 of the grant funding shall be included in the 2006-2007 CPBC Agreement with the MDCH, covering the period October 1, 2006 through September 30, 2007. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that an additional $40,000 of grant funding shall be made available through a Food Stamp Nutrition Education: Supporting Community Coalitions to Promote Healthy Lifestyles Through Improved Diet Quality and Increased Activity Grant from MSUE. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the following subcontracts are amended in the specified amounts with the following organizations: Allen Neighborhood Center-$12,000. South Lansing Community Development Association-$6,000. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the following subcontracts are authorized in the specified amounts with the following organizations: Lansing Neighborhood Council-$3,000. NorthWest Initiative-$18,000. Family & Community Development Services-$9,000. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that $2,000 of grant funds will be used to assist up to five planning units of local government that have agreed to participate in the Health Impact Assessment Tool to purchase equipment associated with the field testing effort. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Controller is authorized to amend the Health Department’s 2007 Budget to implement the amended resolution.

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BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board Chairperson is authorized to sign the grant agreement and the subcontracts after review by the County Attorney. HUMAN SERVICES: Yeas: Hertel, Grebner, Bahar-Cook, Schor, Tennis, Severino Nays: None Absent: None Approved 2/5/07 FINANCE: Yeas: Celentino, Weatherwax-Grant, Grebner, Hertel, Soule, Dougan Nays: None Absent: None Approved 2/7/07 Adopted as part of the consent agenda. The following resolution was introduced by the Human Services, County Services and Finance Committees:

RESOLUTION APPOINTING THE INGHAM COUNTY HEALTH OFFICER

RESOLUTION #07-027

WHEREAS, Bruce Bragg has retired from his position as the Ingham County Health Officer; and WHEREAS, it is necessary for the Ingham County Health Department to have a Health Officer, to act as the administrative head of the Health Department, and to carry out the Health Department’s delegated functions to protect the public health and prevent disease; and WHEREAS, pursuant to MCL 333.2428(1), the Board of Commissioners has the responsibility to appoint a new Health Officer to succeed Bruce Bragg; and WHEREAS, the Ingham County Board of Commissioners conducted a search process for a qualified Health Officer; and WHEREAS, the Human Services Committee recommends Dean Sienko, M.D., M.S., as qualified for appointment as a Medical Health Officer for the Ingham County Health Department, by virtue of the following credentials and experience: Board-certified in public health and general preventive medicine. THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners hereby accepts the Human Services Committee’s recommendation, and appoints Dean Sienko, M.D., M.S., to the permanent full-time position of Ingham County Health Officer, with all the duties and responsibilities inherent in that position, effective as of the date of this Resolution. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that Dr. Sienko’s final compensation will be recommended by the Human Resources Department as part of the Health Department’s administration reorganization plan that is to be presented to the Board of Commissioners for adoption by resolution. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a copy of this Resolution, together with Dr. Sienko’s curriculum vitae, shall be forwarded to the Michigan Department of Community Health (Local Health Services). HUMAN SERVICES: Yeas: Hertel, Grebner, Bahar-Cook, Schor, Tennis, Severino Nays: None Absent: None Approved 2/5/07

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COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: De Leon, Tennis, Copedge, Nolan, Severino, Dougan Nays: None Absent: None Approved 2/6/07 FINANCE: Yeas: Celentino, Weatherwax-Grant, Grebner, Hertel, Soule, Dougan Nays: None Absent: None Approved 2/7/07

Adopted as part of the consent agenda. The following resolution was introduced by the Judiciary Committee:

RESOLUTION HONORING KENNETH JAMES-ALBERT WINDSAND

RESOLUTION #07-028 WHEREAS, Kenneth James-Albert Windsand has achieved the rank of Eagle Scout as a culmination of many productive years as a student, scout, citizen and family member; in all of these areas, Kenneth has been thoughtful and responsible, becoming a young adult capable of providing leadership far into the future; and WHEREAS, Kenneth has earned the highest rank in scouting—a rank that is achieved by only a small percentage of scouts, the Eagle Scout rank is achieved through hard work and outstanding performance over the years as a scout progresses through the ranks; and WHEREAS, as Kenneth demonstrated his outdoor and leadership skills it became clear that he was Eagle Scout caliber, whether he was earning merit badges or participating in troop activities, Kenneth was able to improve his own personal skills while at the same time being helpful to fellow members of Haslett Boy Scout Troop 97; and WHEREAS, Kenneth’s attitudes and skills enabled him to advance to the rank of Eagle Scout, through his Eagle Project--the construction of a meditation garden at a community church--Kenneth took a leadership role to develop a concept, lay out the work plan, and direct a team of fellow scouts to carry out the job resulting in an outdoor respite area that will be enjoyed by visitors to the church, offering a haven for reflection and meditation. THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners, extend congratulations to Kenneth James-Albert Windsand as he achieves Eagle Scout Rank and progresses to an adult life in which he is clearly able to take leadership roles and be a guide for others. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board extends its best wishes to Kenneth as he continues his education, his career, community service and all the rewarding activities that life has to offer. JUDICIARY: Yeas: Bahar-Cook, Schor, Weatherwax-Grant, Holman, Nolan, Schafer Nays: None Absent: None Approved 2/1/07 Adopted as part of the consent agenda. The following resolution was introduced by the Judiciary Committee:

RESOLUTION HONORING NERVY OLIVER

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RESOLUTION #07-029 WHEREAS, Nervy Oliver began his career with Ingham County in March 1985 as the Juvenile Home Superintendent for the Ingham County Probate Court, currently known as Circuit Court, Family Division; and WHEREAS, in November 1988 his title changed to Youth Center Director; and WHEREAS, in February 2002 he was appointed to the position of Assistant Administrator, Court Services; and WHEREAS, in October 2003 his title changed to Juvenile Division Administrator and changed again in March 2006 to Deputy Court Administrator; and WHEREAS, Nervy Oliver served on numerous community and state-wide projects with the goal of developing the best resources for our youth and families; and WHEREAS, Nervy Oliver has always possessed the finest leadership qualities which served to motivate the staff he led; and WHEREAS, Nervy Oliver exemplifies the best in public service through his caring commitment to his responsibilities and duties, and through his desire to improve the systems, programs, and people involved in the juvenile justice system; and WHEREAS, Nervy Oliver is truly a humanitarian, demonstrating those values in his professional and personal life; and WHEREAS, Nervy Oliver has given the Ingham County Circuit Court, Family Division and the residents of Ingham County over 22 years of quality service. THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners hereby honors Nervy Oliver for his many years of dedicated service to the County of Ingham and for the contributions he has made to the Circuit Court, Family Division. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board wishes him continued success in all of his future endeavors. JUDICIARY: Yeas: Bahar-Cook, Schor, Weatherwax-Grant, Holman, Nolan, Schafer Nays: None Absent: None Approved 2/1/07 Adopted as part of the consent agenda. The following resolution was introduced by the Law Enforcement Committee:

RESOLUTION HONORING GARY RAYMOND SCOTT, JR.

RESOLUTION #07-030 WHEREAS, Gary Raymond Scott, Jr., of Haslett’s Troop 77 has successfully completed all the requirements for Eagle Scout, the highest rank in Scouting; and

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WHEREAS, in his scouting activities, community service and as an exemplary student, Gary has stepped into adulthood as an individual who has much to offer others; and WHEREAS, Gary has fulfilled the requirements in areas of leadership, skill in the outdoors and service by completing his Eagle project which consisted of constructing amphitheater seating around the campfire pit at the Harris Nature Center in Meridian Township, he planned the project and united the work crew of fellow scouts who worked over 200 hours to bring this special feature to the Center; and WHEREAS, over the years, Gary has risen through the scouting ranks, earning merit badges and participating in activities that have honed his skills, taught him a great deal about many subjects, and enriched his life; and WHEREAS, in his school life, Gary also made the most of his school years by participating in numerous musical ensembles including the school choir and band, he was also a member of the French Club and the National Honor Society; and WHEREAS, Gary also showed his appreciation of the importance of helping others by volunteering at the Haslett Kids Connection, S.M.A.R.T., and as an Algebra tutor. THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners recognizes Gary Raymond Scott, Junior for his personal achievements and attainment of the rank of Eagle Scout. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board extends its sincere appreciation to Gary for his many accomplishments and wishes him the very best in his future endeavors. LAW ENFORCEMENT: Yeas: Copedge, Soule, Celentino, De Leon, Holman, Schafer Nays: None Absent: None Approved 2/1/07 Adopted as part of the consent agenda. The following resolution was introduced by the Law Enforcement Committee:

RESOLUTION HONORING THE SHERIFF’S OFFICE AND PROSECUTING ATTORNEY’S

OFFICE FOR THEIR WORK ON THE INVESTIGATION AND PROSECUTION IN THE RICKY HOLLAND CASE

RESOLUTION #07-031

WHEREAS, on July 2, 2005 one of the most comprehensive criminal investigations in the history of Ingham County began; and WHEREAS, 7 year old Ricky Holland was reported missing from his Williamston home sparking a ten day search that included hundreds of citizen volunteers as well as law enforcement officials; and WHEREAS, the hunt for Ricky received national attention, with sightings reported across the State, resulting in the discovery of a different body in the Swartz Creek area; and WHEREAS, much to the dismay of all those involved and the community, the search for Ricky Holland ended on January 27, 2006 when Tim Holland led law enforcement officials to Ricky’s remains in rural Ingham County, leading to the arrest of Tim and Lisa Holland; and

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WHEREAS, thousands of staff hours were spent investigating and interviewing hundreds of individuals, the skill of the investigators was invaluable, the work from the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office was the finest experienced, and community effort was exemplary; and WHEREAS, during this investigation and prosecution, which ended with the successful prosecution of Lisa Holland, many individuals worked well beyond the call of duty due to their convictions and belief of what needed to be done to honor this young child. THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners hereby honors the staff of the Sheriff’s Office and the staff of the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office on their outstanding dedication and work on the investigation and prosecution in the Ricky Holland case. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board extends its sincere appreciation to all those involved in the search, investigation and prosecution of this case and their commitment to insure that Ricky Holland received justice. LAW ENFORCEMENT: Yeas: Copedge, Soule, Celentino, De Leon, Holman, Schafer Nays: None Absent: None Approved 2/1/07 Moved by Commissioner Copedge, supported by Commissioner Schafer to adopt the resolution. Motion carried unanimously. Absent: Commissioner Schor. The following resolution was introduced by the Law Enforcement and Finance Committees:

RESOLUTION TO EXTEND THE CANTEEN INMATE COMMISSARY CONTRACT FOR ONE YEAR

RESOLUTION #07-032

WHEREAS, the contract for inmate commissary expires February 28, 2007; and WHEREAS, the Sheriff’s Office has devoted extensive efforts to establish and insure that the Jail Commissary operates effectively; and WHEREAS, the Sheriff’s Office has been pleased with the relationship with Canteen Services; and WHEREAS, this contract extension meets with the approval of the Ingham County Purchasing Department. THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorizes the Ingham County Sheriff’s Office to extend the contract under the same terms and conditions with Canteen Services from March 1, 2007 through February 28, 2008. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorizes the Board Chairperson and the County Clerk to sign any necessary contract documents to extend the current contract subject to the approval as to form by the County Attorney. LAW ENFORCEMENT: Yeas: Copedge, Soule, Celentino, De Leon, Holman, Schafer Nays: None Absent: None Approved 2/1/07

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FINANCE: Yeas: Celentino, Weatherwax-Grant, Grebner, Hertel, Soule, Dougan Nays: None Absent: None Approved 2/7/07 Adopted as part of the consent agenda. The following resolution was introduced by the Law Enforcement and Finance Committees:

RESOLUTION TO CONTINUE THE SOLUTION AREA PLANNER POSITION UNDER THE

MICHIGAN DEPARTMENT OF STATE POLICE, EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT DIVISION 2006 STATE HOMELAND SECURITY GRANT/LAW ENFORCEMENT TERRORISM PREVENTION

PROGRAM

RESOLUTION #07-033 WHEREAS, the Ingham County Sheriff’s Office, Emergency Operations Division has applied for and has been approved to receive grant funding from the Department of State Police, Emergency Management Division to prevent, deter, respond, and recover from threats and incidents of terrorism. WHEREAS, this grant will provide funding for a solution area planner, in support of the County’s homeland security efforts as identified in the County’s homeland security assessment and strategy; and WHEREAS, the Ingham County Sheriff’s Office, Emergency Operations Division in cooperation with the Ingham County Local Planning Team has identified the need for the solution area planner support funding through this grant; and WHEREAS, the grant will be distributed to the Region One Board with the City of Lansing serving as the fiduciary agent for the region who will authorize the necessary sub-contract. THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the current Ingham County solution area planner position be continued under this grant under the same terms and conditions for the time period of February 1, 2007 through February 1, 2008, at a total cost of $58,000. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorizes the Board Chairperson and the County Clerk to sign any necessary subcontract documents with the City of Lansing that are consistent with this resolution and approved as to form by the County Attorney. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners directs the Controller to make the necessary budget adjustments in the Ingham County Sheriff’s Office, Emergency Operations for the budgets covering the time period of February 1, 2007 through February 1, 2008 as necessary. LAW ENFORCEMENT: Yeas: Copedge, Soule, Celentino, De Leon, Holman, Schafer Nays: None Absent: None Approved 2/1/07 FINANCE: Yeas: Celentino, Weatherwax-Grant, Grebner, Hertel, Soule, Dougan Nays: None Absent: None Approved 2/7/07 Adopted as part of the consent agenda. Introduced by Commissioner Debbie De Leon and Commissioner Marc Thomas:

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RESOLUTION APPOINTING THE INGHAM COUNTY CONTROLLER/ADMINISTRATOR

RESOLUTION #07-034

WHEREAS, in its effort to fill the vacant County Controller/Administrator position, a search firm was utilized to assist in the identification and selection of candidates; and WHEREAS, after advertising, screening, and interviewing, the most qualified applicant has been selected; and WHEREAS, the selection subcommittee consisting of Board Leadership is recommending the appointment of Matthew J. Myers as Ingham County Controller/Administrator. THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners hereby appoints Matthew J. Myers as County Controller/Administrator for the County of Ingham. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this appointment will take effect March 5, 2007, pursuant to MCLA 46.13 (b) with salary of $113,752, as determined by the Chairperson of the Board of Commissioners and Chairperson of the County Services Committee, within the salary range ($108,676 - $130,445) as stated in the Managerial Salary Plan. SS\ Commissioner Debbie De Leon, Commissioner Marc Thomas Moved by Commissioner De Leon, supported by Commissioner Schafer to adopt the resolution. Motion carried unanimously. Absent: Commissioner Schor. SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY: Chairperson Thomas requested the appointment of Ingham County Drain Commissioner Patrick Lindemann, or his designee, to the Timberland RC&D Committee. Moved by Commissioner Severino, supported by Commissioner Weatherwax-Grant to confirm the appointment. Motion carried unanimously. Absent: Commissioner Schor. PUBLIC COMMENT: Scott Carliyle, Williamston, congratulated the Commissioners and thanked them for the job they do. COMMISSIONER ANNOUNCEMENTS: Commissioner Hertel spoke regarding the appointments of Dr. Matthew Myers and Dr. Dean Sienko. Commissioner Bahar-Cook invited everyone to attend the Susan B Anthony Dinner on Thursday at the Lansing Country Club. The dinner is sponsored by the Ingham County Women’s Foundation. Commissioner De Leon acknowledged the hard work of the Ingham County Youth Commission. Commissioner Holman acknowledged Donna Rummel and the members of the Youth Commission for their work. Commissioner Nolan reminded everyone of the Ingham County Democratic Party Fundraiser, Mardi Gras, on Friday, February 16th at the Ingham County Fairgrounds Community Building.

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CONSIDERATION AND ALLOWANCE OF CLAIMS: Moved by Commissioner Weatherwax-Grant, supported by Commissioner Schafer to approve payment of the claims submitted by the County Clerk and the Financial Services Department in the amount of $31,918,063.45. Motion carried unanimously. Absent: Commissioner Schor. ADJOURNMENT: There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 8:17 p.m. _______________________________________ ________________________________________________ MARC THOMAS, CHAIRPERSON MIKE BRYANTON, INGHAM COUNTY CLERK _______________________________________________ Teresa Borsuk, Deputy Clerk

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FEBRUARY 27, 2007 Agenda Item No. 7

Introduced by the County Services and Finance Committees of the:

INGHAM COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS

RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT TO CONTRACT WITH THE TRI-COUNTY OFFICE ON AGING TO PROVIDE HUMAN RESOURCES SERVICES

RESOLUTION #07-

WHEREAS, the retirement of Ms. Phyllis Lehman, Tri-County Office on Aging Human Resources Director, provided an opportunity to review and evaluate the organizational personnel functions; and WHEREAS, Tri-County Office on Aging recognized the desirability of utilizing the existing Human Resources knowledge and expertise, and entered service delivery feasibility discussions with Ingham County Human Resources to provided the required services; and WHEREAS, Tri-County Office on Aging is interested in contracting with the Ingham County Human Resources Department to provide the required services. THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorizes a contract to be prepared for the Ingham County Human Resources Department to provide the Tri-County Office on Aging with Human Resources services from March 1, 2007 through December 31, 2007, to be renewed automatically each year on an annual basis thereafter as long as the two entities agree to maintain the contractual services and that a report is submitted to the County Services Committee annually regarding the status of the contract. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a contractual part-time .50 FTE Employment Specialist M-7 will be created and funded through the Tri-County Office on Aging contract to assist the Human Resources Department to perform these Human Resources services. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the 2007 contract period for personnel, supplies, one-time furniture, phone, personal computer expenses will not exceed $34,073 with the subsequent costs to be adjusted annually during the budget process. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorizes the Board Chairperson and the County Clerk to sign any necessary contract documents subject to the approval as to form by the County Attorney. COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: Tennis, Copedge, Nolan, Severino, Dougan Nays: None Absent: De Leon Approved 2/20/07 FINANCE: Yeas: Celentino, Grebner, Hertel, Soule, Dougan Nays: None Absent: Weatherwax-Grant Approved 2/21/07

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FEBRUARY 27, 2007 Agenda Item No. 8

Introduced by the County Services Committee of the:

INGHAM COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS

RESOLUTION CLARIFYING THE RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE FAIR BOARD AND THE FAIR MANAGER

RESOLUTION #07-

WHEREAS, Ingham County has hosted the County Fair for 150 years; and WHEREAS, the Fair plays an important role in the community and the County; and WHEREAS, the Ingham County Board of Commissioners has appointed a Fair Board to serve in an advisory capacity to the Board of Commissioners on the operation of the Ingham County Fair and Fairgrounds with the roles and responsibilities of the Ingham County Fair Board contained within the By-Laws adopted by the Ingham County Board of Commissioners; and WHEREAS, the roles and responsibilities of the Fair Manager are also included in the By-Laws and in the Fair Manager job description; and WHEREAS, the Fair Manager position is currently vacant, providing an opportunity to re-establish the roles and responsibilities of both the Fair Board and Fair Manager. THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, the Ingham County Board of Commissioners appoints members of the Ingham County Fair Board in an advisory capacity to Board of Commissioners on the operation of a County resource, the Ingham County Fair and Fairgrounds. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the Ingham County Fair Board shall recommend appointment of the Fair Manager to the County Services Committee, which in turn will make a recommendation to the Board of Commissioners for appointment. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the Ingham County Fair Board establishes policies and procedures for the Ingham County Fair and Fairgrounds at the recommendation of the Fair Manager. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the County Controller/Administrator shall have day-to-day supervisory responsibility over the Fair Manager, and the Fair Manager is responsible for the implementation of Fair policies and procedures as passed by the Fair Board, and supervision of staff and the day-to-day operation of the Ingham County Fairgrounds within the framework of established Ingham County policies regarding procurement, personnel, and budget, as well as other duties as outlined in Article II, Section VII of the Fair Board Bylaws. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the Ingham County Fair Board or their designated representative will provide quarterly reports to the County Services Committee of the Ingham County Board of Commissioners effective upon the passage of this resolution. COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: Tennis, Copedge, Nolan, Severino, Dougan Nays: None Absent: De Leon Approved 2/20/07

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FEBRUARY 27, 2007 Agenda Item No. 9

Introduced by the Human Services and Finance Committees of the:

INGHAM COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS

RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING A 2007 AGREEMENT FOR THE CAPITAL AREA UNITED WAY

CENTRAL MICHIGAN 2-1-1 PROJECT

RESOLUTION #07- WHEREAS, the Capital Area United Way has operated a seven digit information and referral number since September 1, 2004 known as the “Capital Area Human Services Connection” – a place to give help and get help to serve County residents; and WHEREAS, the Capital Area United Way is proposing to migrate to a full service 2-1-1 system known as the Central Michigan 2-1-1 effective March 27, 2007; and WHEREAS, the Capital Area United Way has received an appropriation from Ingham County to partially fund the Capital Area United Way for the Central Michigan 2-1-1 Project in the 2007 budget; and WHEREAS, Capital Area United Way has fulfilled the requirements of Resolution #05-351 by providing a final viable plan and budget for the provision of 2-1-1 services to County residents. THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners hereby approves entering into a contract for up to $25,000 with the Capital Area United Way for the Central Michigan 2-1-1 Project, for the period of January 1, 2007, through December 31, 2007 for services to Ingham County residents. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Controller is authorized to re-appropriate up to $12,000 for 2-1-1 phone switches for this purpose as authorized by Resolution #05-351. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board Chairperson and the County Clerk are authorized to sign the necessary contracts consistent with this resolution as prepared by the County Attorney. HUMAN SERVICES: Human Services will meet 2/26/07 FINANCE: Yeas: Celentino, Grebner, Hertel, Soule, Dougan Nays: None Absent: Weatherwax-Grant Approved 2/21/07

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FEBRUARY 27, 2007 Agenda Item No. 10

Introduced by the Human Services and Finance Committees of the:

INGHAM COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS

RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE AMENDMENT #2 TO THE 2006-2007 COMPREHENSIVE PLANNING, BUDGETING AND CONTRACTING AGREEMENT WITH THE MICHIGAN

DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY HEALTH

RESOLUTION #07-

WHEREAS, the responsibility for protecting the public health is a shared responsibility between the State and County governments in Michigan; and WHEREAS, the Michigan Department of Community Health (MDCH) and Ingham County have historically entered into contracts to clarify the role and responsibility of each party in protecting the public health; and WHEREAS, the MDCH and Ingham County have entered into a 2006-2007 Agreement for the delivery of public health services under the Comprehensive, Planning, Budgeting and Contracting (CPBC) process to clarify roles and responsibilities, including funding relationships, authorized by Resolution #06-227 and amended by Resolution #06-330; and WHEREAS, the MDCH has proposed a second amendment to the 2006-2007 CPBC Agreement to adjust some grant funding levels and to make other changes; 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 #2 to the 2006-2007 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 III – Program Specific Assurances and Requirements; and 2) Revise information in Attachment I – Annual Budget Instructions and incorporate Attachment I – Annual Budget, Attachment II – Output Measures and Attachment IV – Funding/Reimbursement Matrix for the Local Public Health Operations (LPHO) and categorical budget detail, output measures and performance reimbursement criteria. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the net adjustment in state/federal funding shall be an increase of $2,917 from $4,542,303 to $4,545,220 and that the Controller is authorized to amend the Health Department’s 2007 Budget in order to implement this resolution. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board Chairperson is authorized to sign the amendment after review by the County Attorney. HUMAN SERVICES: Human Services will meet 2/26/07 FINANCE: Yeas: Celentino, Grebner, Hertel, Soule, Dougan Nays: None Absent: Weatherwax-Grant Approved 2/21/07

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FEBRUARY 27, 2007 Agenda Item No. 11

Introduced by the Human Services, County Services and Finance Committees of the:

INGHAM COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS

RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE A REORGANIZATION WITHIN THE BUREAU OF HEALTH PLAN MANAGEMENT

RESOLUTION #07-

WHEREAS, the Health Department has reorganized within the Bureau of Health Plan Management and the duties and responsibilities of several staff members have changed; and WHEREAS, the Human Resources Department has reviewed the revised duties and responsibilities of six positions within the Bureau and has recommended that the job descriptions of all positions be updated and that three positions be reclassified; and WHEREAS, the Health Officer has recommended that the Board of Commissioners implement the reorganization, including the reclassification of three positions, and has advised that the cost can be covered by the existing budget. THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorizes a reorganization within the Bureau of Health Plan Management. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the Health Department and the Human Resources Department will collaborate to update the job description of the six positions affected by the reorganization. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the following positions will be reclassified effective February 3, 2007:

Health Information Systems Coordinator (Position # 601061) from ICEA PRO 08 to ICEA PRO 09. Claims Management Coordinator (Position # 601066) from ICEA PRO 06 to ICEA PRO 08. Provider Relations Coordinator (Position # 601067) from ICEA PRO 06 to ICEA PRO 07.

HUMAN SERVICES: Human Services will meet 2/26/07 COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: Tennis, Copedge, Nolan, Severino, Dougan Nays: None Absent: De Leon Approved 2/20/07 FINANCE: Yeas: Celentino, Grebner, Hertel, Soule, Dougan Nays: None Absent: Weatherwax-Grant Approved 2/21/07

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FEBRUARY 27, 2007 Agenda Item No. 12

Introduced by the Judiciary Committee of the:

INGHAM COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS

RESOLUTION HONORING MATTHEW BIERWAGEN

RESOLUTION #07-

WHEREAS, Matthew Bierwagen is currently a senior at DeWitt High School where he has earned academic and attendance awards, and has also been taking CADD classes through Eaton Intermediate School District’s program at Lansing Community College; and WHEREAS, Matthew plans on pursuing an Associates Degree in CADD at Lansing Community College and upon completion, a Bachelor’s degree in Architectural Design and Engineering; and WHEREAS, Matthew has also participated in the past three annual CROP walks, helped with the Cooley Garden Spring Flower sale with Troop 411, assisted the Lansing Chapter of the American Legion with the setting of flags on Veteran’s gravesites at Mount Hope Cemetery, as well as many other community service projects; and WHEREAS, Matthew Bierwagen began serving as a Boy Scout in 1995 at Lansing’s Lewton Elementary School where he earned his Arrow of Light, then in 2000 he joined Troop 411, chartered by Christ United Methodist Church in Lansing; 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 and must also complete a service project for the benefit of his community, school or religious institution; and WHEREAS, Matthew’s service project consisted of building and installing Wood Duck boxes at Fenner Nature Center, where the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality will be monitoring the use of the boxes by the Wood Duck population; and WHEREAS, with 23 merit badges, Matthew has earned the rank of Eagle Scout. THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners hereby honors Matthew Bierwagen for achieving the Eagle Scout rank and wishes him continued success in his future endeavors. JUDICIARY: Yeas: Bahar-Cook, Schor, Weatherwax-Grant, Holman, Nolan, Schafer Nays: None Absent: None Approved 2/15/07

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FEBRUARY 27, 2007 Agenda Item No. 13

Introduced by the Judiciary Committee of the:

INGHAM COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS

RESOLUTION HONORING DONALD REISIG

RESOLUTION #07- WHEREAS, Donald Reisig began his tenure with Ingham County as Interim Friend of the Court from February 14, 2000 until July 14, 2000; and WHEREAS, he again joined the ranks of the Ingham County Friend of the Court as Deputy Court Administrator on April 2, 2001; and WHEREAS, he provided excellent leadership not only to the Friend of the Court but for the Juvenile Division as well; and WHEREAS, he provided this leadership during the time of many Judicial changes necessitating staff adjustment and training; and WHEREAS, he was instrumental in the almost flawless move from the Grady Porter Building to the Jackson National Life Building and the subsequent return back to the Grady Porter Building; and WHEREAS, the Friend of the Court converted to the State mandated CSES system in 2001 and later to the MiCSES system, with Don’s guidance both conversions were extremely successful; and WHEREAS, Don’s unique leadership style and personality will always be remembered by anyone who has worked with him; and WHEREAS, Don exemplifies the best in public service through his caring commitment to his responsibilities and duties; and through his desire to improve the systems, programs, and people involved in the Friend of the Court and Judicial systems. THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners hereby honors Donald Reisig for his many years of dedicated service to the County of Ingham, and for the contributions he has made to the Circuit Court, Family Division. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board wishes him continued success in all of his future endeavors. JUDICIARY: Yeas: Bahar-Cook, Schor, Weatherwax-Grant, Holman, Nolan, Schafer Nays: None Absent: None Approved 2/15/07

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Agenda Item No. 14 Introduced by the Judiciary Committee of the:

INGHAM COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS

RESOLUTION REQUESTING THE INGHAM COUNTY/CITY OF LANSING COMMUNITY COALITION FOR YOUTH TO ESTABLISH A TASK FORCE TO HELP FACILITATE THE

PLANNING OF THE “CONTINUUM OF CARE” FACILITY

RESOLUTION #07- WHEREAS, the voters of Ingham County approved and later renewed the Juvenile Justice Millage for the purpose of increasing Ingham County’s capacity to detain and house juveniles who are delinquent or disturbed, and to operate new and existing programs for the treatment of such juveniles; and WHEREAS, with the passage of the Millage, the Judiciary Committee of the Ingham County Board of Commissioners, proceeded to evaluate and choose juvenile justice system enhancements and allocate Juvenile Justice millage funds as was appropriate with regard to the millage language; and WHEREAS, the Ingham County Board of Commissioners has adopted a resolution to support the Community Coalition for Youth “Continuum of Care” Community-Wide Model for Preventing and Treating Delinquency and affirms its acceptance of working within the community-wide framework, offering a “Continuum of Care” for Ingham County youth; and WHEREAS, the Ingham County Board of Commissioners has adopted a resolution to appoint the Community Coalition for Youth as an advisory board to Ingham County regarding the prevention and treatment of delinquency; and WHEREAS, the Judiciary Committee, the Ingham County Circuit Court, the Ingham County Power of We Consortium and the Community Coalition for Youth have worked as partners in the planning process for juvenile justice system improvements including a “Continuum of Care” Facility as recommended by the Chinn Report. THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners hereby requests the Community Coalition for Youth to function as a Task Force to help facilitate the planning of the “Continuum of Care” Facility to work with the Circuit Court and various Community Partners to identify both the amount of space needed and the details of the programming to be provided by the various community partners at the “Continuum of Care” Facility. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that as the Task Force works with the Circuit Court and various Community Partners on the amount of space needed and the details of the programming to be provided by the various community partners at the “Continuum of Care” Facility, it should do so within the context of the budget limitations of the Juvenile Justice Millage/Child Care Funds available for this purpose. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this Task Force Report on the “Continuum of Care” Facility should be completed by the April 26, 2007 Judiciary Committee meeting.

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FEBRUARY 27, 2007 Agenda Item No. 14

RESOLUTION #07-

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners remains committed to partnering with the Ingham County Circuit Court, the Ingham County Power of We Consortium and the Community Coalition for Youth in developing a progressive juvenile justice system that will result in improving the lives of juveniles in our County. JUDICIARY: Yeas: Bahar-Cook, Schor, Weatherwax-Grant, Holman, Nolan, Schafer Nays: None Absent: None Approved 2/15/07

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FEBRUARY 27, 2007

Agenda Item No. 15 Introduced by the Law Enforcement and Finance Committees of the:

INGHAM COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS

RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE DISPOSITION OF COUNTY GRANT EQUIPMENT AND AUTHORIZING A CONTRACT WITH CRISTO REY COMMUNITY CENTER

RESOLUTION #07-

WHEREAS, the State Community Corrections Advisory Board, the Ingham County Board of Commissioners, and the City of Lansing approved the Ingham County/City of Lansing Community Corrections Comprehensive Plan; and WHEREAS, the State Community Corrections Advisory Board, the Ingham County Board of Commissioners, and the City of Lansing has approved annual Applications for State of Michigan Community Corrections Act Funds from FY1991-1992 through FY2006-2007; and WHEREAS, the County approved entering into Agreements from FY 1991-1992 through FY 2005-2006 with the State for CCAB Plans and Services funds which included funding for the Community Service program; and WHEREAS, equipment itemized in the Inventory List was purchased with State of Michigan Community Corrections Act funds for the operation of the Community Service program by the Cristo Rey Community Center; and WHEREAS, the State discontinued funding for the Community Service program for FY 2006-2007 fiscal year; and WHEREAS, the Cristo Rey Community Center has requested that they be allowed to continue to use this equipment for activities and programming provided through the Community Center that benefits Ingham County citizens; and WHEREAS, the State of Michigan has provided a written statement indicating that they have no interest in the return of the equipment and that it should be disposed of pursuant to County policy; and WHEREAS, the County has determined that the best use of the equipment will be to allow the Cristo Rey Community Center to continue to use the equipment for the benefit of Ingham County citizens. THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorizes an exception to the Disposition of Grant Equipment policy and authorizes a contract to be prepared for the Cristo Rey Community Center for the time period of October 1, 2006 through January 31, 2007, to be renewed automatically each year thereafter, as long as the equipment itemized in the Inventory List is being used for Cristo Rey Community Center activities and programming that benefit Ingham County citizens. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the contract will require the that Cristo Rey Community Center be responsible for all costs associated with the maintenance, repair, replacement and support for all the equipment that they receive through this contract.

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FEBRUARY 27, 2007 Agenda Item No. 15

RESOLUTION #07-

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the contract will provide the County with the first right of refusal of any equipment at such time as it ceases to be used for the benefit of Ingham County citizens or that is no longer useable for its intended purpose. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the contract will require the Cristo Rey Community Center to be responsible for the disposal or distribution of any equipment that, after being given first right of refusal, the County does not want returned. 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 ENFORCEMENT: Yeas: Copedge, Soule, Celentino, Holman, Schafer Nays: None Absent: De Leon Approved 2/15/07 FINANCE: Yeas: Celentino, Grebner, Hertel, Soule, Dougan Nays: None Absent: Weatherwax-Grant Approved 2/21/07