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Board of
Commissioners Minutes
CALHOUN COUNTY
PROCEEDINGS OF THE
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
August 21, 2003
The Regular Session of the Calhoun County Board of Commissioners
convened at 7:02 p.m., Thursday, August 21, 2003 in the Commissioners'
Meeting Room, County Building, Marshall, Michigan.
Roll Call: Present: Comrs. Austin, Frederick, Ivey, Miller. Excused:
Comrs. Segal and Strowbridge. Temporarily Excused: Comr. Moore (Arrived
at 7:10 p.m.).
INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
A Moment of Personal Prayer was observed; followed by the Pledge of
Allegiance, led by Comr. Miller.
Chairman Austin introduced Assistant Prosecuting Attorney Kate
Miller.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA:
“Motion by Comr. Miller, supported by Comr. Ivey, adopt the
following: Resolved by the Calhoun County Board of Commissioners approve
the August 21, 2003 agenda as presented.”
Voice Vote: Motion CARRIED
SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS:
Special Tribute to Youth Engaged in Service
Chairman Austin advised that the tribute was presented last week.
Res. 138-2003
“Motion by Comr. Miller, supported by Comr. Frederick, resolved by
the Calhoun County Board of Commissioners approve the following
Special Tribute:
WHEREAS, Youth Engaged in Service (YES) is a summer volunteer and
career exploration program for youth ages 13 to 23 sponsored by the
Volunteer Center of Battle Creek in partnership with the Calhoun
County Chapter of the American Red Cross; and
WHEREAS, YES helps youth to learn the importance of volunteer
services, make a difference in their community, gain experience in
career fields, learn new skills and make friends; and
WHEREAS, YES can provide opportunities as diverse as working in an
office, playing with children, planting trees, working with animals or
assisting patients which this summer included, but was not limited to,
working in the new Children's Garden at Leila Arboretum, sorting food
at the Food Bank, helping with day camps at the Cheff Center, and work
with Big Brothers, Big Sisters, In One Accord, Community Action Agency
of South Central Michigan, Salvation Army, Volunteer Center of Battle
Creek, Minority Health Partnership, Yes We Can!, and the Urban League
of Battle Creek.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Calhoun County Board of
Commissioners honor the students of Youth Engaged in Service and thank
them for their effort and dedication in making Calhoun County a better
place for its citizens.”
Voice Vote: Motion CARRIED
Special Tribute to Dr. Robert S. Simpson
Res. 139-2003
“Motion by Comr. Miller, supported by Comr. Frederick, resolved by
the Calhoun County Board of Commissioners approve the following
Special Tribute:
This resolution from the Calhoun County Board of Commissioners
honors Dr. Robert S. Simpson on his 100th Birthday.
WHEREAS, Dr. Robert S. Simpson, born in Aberdeen, Scotland
immigrated to the United States at the age of 10 where he later
attended a nearby college and went on to medical school because he
wanted to make a contribution to the health of his community.
Dr. Simpson graduated from Battle Creek Central High School in
1921, Albion College in 1925, and the University of Michigan Medical
School in 1929; and
WHEREAS, Dr. Robert Simpson in 1930, following an internship in
Grand Rapids, moved back to Battle Creek as a school doctor for Battle
Creek Public Schools and during his 2 year tenure organized the first
public school mass-immunization program against diphtheria.
Dr. Simpson returned to the University of Michigan Medical School
to complete his residency in pediatrics, then finished his studies at
the University of Illinois Research and Education Hospital; and
WHEREAS, Dr. Simpson in 1935 became Battle Creek’s first full time
pediatrician; and
WHEREAS, Dr. Simpson enlisted his services during World War II as a
medical technician teaching at Fort Benjamin Harrison and later was
assigned Chief of Contagious Wards in Allach and Dachau Concentration
Camps among other locations; and
WHEREAS, Dr. Simpson again returned to Battle Creek after the War
and took care of the children of Battle Creek, and in addition to his
private practice had privileges at both Community and Leila Hospitals,
and served as Chief of Staff at Community; and
WHEREAS, Dr. Robert S. Simpson shall be celebrating his 100th
birthday on August 24, 2003. A party is planned in his honor on August
24 at the Burnham Brook Center from 2:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m.
NOW, THEREFORE, WE, the Calhoun County Board of Commissioners, do
hereby honor Dr. Robert S. Simpson on his 100th Birthday and thank him
for his faithful service to the citizens of the Battle Creek
community.”
Voice Vote: Motion CARRIED
CONSENT AGENDA:
Res. 140-2003
“Motion by Comr. Miller, supported by Comr. Ivey, adopt the
following: Resolved by the Calhoun County Board of Commissioners
approve the following August 21, 2003 Consent Agenda as presented:
A. Petitions, Communications, Reports:
(1) Resolution received from Berrien County supporting the
AccuVote Voting System across the State of Michigan. (Referred to
the Legislative Liaisons)
(2) Resolution received from Bay County urging all counties to
request local government participation in the State’s pharmaceutical
drugs purchasing program. (Referred to the Legislative Liaisons)
(3) Resolution received from Newaygo County requesting no further
State revenue sharing reductions. (Referred to the Legislative
Liaisons)
(4) Notice of a public hearing scheduled for August 4, 2003 for
review and action on an Industrial Facilities Exemption Certificate
received from Albion Township. (Received and placed on file, with a
copy provided to Interim Equalization Director Jeanne Cortright)
(5) Notice of a public hearing scheduled for August 13, 2003
regarding rezoning of 31.4 + acres of vacant land within Marshall
City received from the City of Marshall. (Received and placed on
file, with a copy provided to Interim Equalization Director Jeanne
Cortright)
(6) Notice of a public hearing scheduled for August 19, 2003
regarding granting an Industrial Facilities Exemption Certificate to
II Stanley Company received from Battle Creek City. (Received and
placed on file, with a copy provided to Interim Equalization
Director Jeanne Cortright)
B. Resolutions:
(1) Area Agency on Aging Governing Board of Directors Appointment
(Term Expires December 31, 2005)
{a} Barbara Mason -- At Large Member
(2) Calhoun County Youth Council Appointments
{a} Amanda Tucker -- Battle Creek Central High School
{b} Nicole Donley – Bellevue High School”
Voice Vote: Motion CARRIED
WORKSHOP/COMMITTEE REPORTS:
Substance Abuse Coordinating Agency Workshop
Comr. Miller reported that the Workshop has met twice and that
discussion is on-going. Comr. Miller advised that there are some
questions that the State of Michigan needs to answer, therefore, a
meeting has been scheduled in two weeks to meet with the State Director
of Community Health.
UNFINISHED AND OLD BUSINESS
District Court Remote Credit Card Service Agreement:
County Administrator/Controller Greg Purcell stated that the
agreement had been tabled as Commissioner Moore noted that there was
only one attachment for fines for the final agreement, and the previous
agreement included three attachments.
Mr. Purcell advised that the agreement first presented had only been
a sample agreement. Mr. Purcell stated that the Court cannot accept
credit cards for bail and does not have fees; therefore, the only
schedule that applies to the Court is the schedule for fines. Mr.
Purcell advised that Atty. Mullett requested a termination clause, and
the clause has been added.
Comr. Frederick inquired regarding privacy of credit card
information. Mr. Purcell advised that Item No. 10 of the agreement is a
confidentiality and non-disclosure provision.
Res. 141-2003
“Motion by Comr. Moore, supported by Comr. Miller, adopt the
following: Resolved by the Calhoun County Board of Commissioners
remove from table an Agreement between Tenth District Court and
Government Payment Service, Inc.”
Voice Vote: Motion CARRIED
Res. 141-A-2003
“Motion by Comr. Miller, supported by Comr. Moore, adopt the
following: Resolved by the Calhoun County Board of Commissioners
approve the Agreement between Tenth District Court and Government
Payment Service, Inc., Agreement Number MI073103TENTHDC01, for the
purpose of processing payments by credit card for fines; and authorize
the District Court Administrator to execute said Agreement on behalf
of the Tenth District Court.”
| Roll call vote: |
Yes - 5 (Comrs. Frederick, Ivey, Miller, Moore and
Austin) |
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Excused - 2 (Comrs. Segal and Strowbridge) |
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Motion CARRIED |
PETITIONS AND NEW BUSINESS:
County Administrator/Controller’s Report
FY 2003-2004 Child Care Fund Annual Plan and Budget
Mr. Purcell advised that the annual plan and budget shall provide
almost $2.5 Million for the Child Care Program.
Family Court Administrator Michael Boltz advised that the Court must
submit an annual plan and budget to the Michigan Family Independence
Agency. Mr. Boltz pointed out that the budget is higher than the Court’s
budget for next year to ensure there will be sufficient funding.
Res. 142-2003
“Motion by Comr. Miller, supported by Comr. Ivey, adopt the
following: Resolved by the Calhoun County Board of Commissioners
approve the 2003-2004 Child Care Fund Annual Plan and Budget as
presented, and authorize the Board Chairman to execute the Plan
documents on behalf of Calhoun County.”
| Roll call vote: |
Yes - 5 (Comrs. Ivey, Miller, Moore, Austin and
Frederick) |
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Excused - 2 (Comrs. Segal and Strowbridge) |
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Motion CARRIED |
Human Resource Department Staff Reorganization Request
Asst. County Administrator Wendee Woods introduced Human Resource
Director Alexander Lamm.
Mr. Lamm advised that he is Russian, graduated from Michigan State
University in 1997, worked for 3M, and then in the public sector. Mr.
Lamm stated that he believes he can make a contribution to the Human
Resource Department and has enjoyed the assistance and insights
provided.
Mr. Lamm stated that he would like to consolidate two part-time
positions into one full-time Administrative Assistant position.
Res. 143-2003
“Motion by Comr. Miller, supported by Comr. Frederick, adopt the
following: Resolved by the Calhoun County Board of Commissioners grant
the Human Resource Department’s request to replace two {2} Part-Time
positions with one {1} Full-Time Administrative Assistant position.”
| Roll call vote: |
Yes - 5 (Comrs. Miller, Moore, Austin, Frederick
and Ivey) |
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Excused - 2 (Comrs. Segal and Strowbridge) |
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Motion CARRIED |
July 2003 Financial Statements
Finance Director James Latham reported that during the first seven
months the general fund balance is below last year’s pace, which was a
good year. Mr. Latham advised that the revenues are $1,526,000 less,
however, pointed out that the major difference is the $1 Million
transfer from the Delinquent Tax Fund. Mr. Latham stated that the
remaining revenue differences are items that are behind last year’s pace
which he anticipates shall make the proposed budget.
Mr. Latham continued that the Clerk’s Office is collecting more
revenue than expected from title companies, however, that there is a
revenue shortfall from the courts which the Department is in the process
of making projections for the remainder of the year.
Mr. Latham advised that the Department has the department’s 2004
budget requests and are proceeding in preparing the information for the
2004 Budget Workshop. Mr. Latham further advised that the county is
continuing to spend less than budgeted; and that jail bed revenue has
been removed from the watch list. Mr. Latham stated that the Department
is continuing to watch the Child Care Fund, court fines and penalties,
and state revenue sharing.
CITIZENS’ TIME:
Mr. John LaPietra, Marshall resident, presented information regarding
voting and election reform.
COMMISSIONERS’ TIME:
Comr. Moore reported that Prosecutor Hallacy won the miniature golf
match by five strokes. Comr. Moore stated that the Sexual Assault
Services and the Child Advocacy Center miniature golf outing had been
for a very good cause and commended all the county staff that
participated in the event.
Comr. Miller reported that Commissioner Moore and he had the
opportunity to speak with students at Clear Lake Camp, and that he
received a number of thank you notes from those students. Comr. Miller
stated that one note addressing the county’s crappy roads had been
especially amusing.
CLAIMS PAYABLE LISTINGS:
Res. 144-2003
“Motion by Comr. Moore, supported by Comr. Miller, adopt the
following: Resolved by the Calhoun County Board of Commissioners
approve payment of the list of claims against the county in the total
amount of $407,056.86 for the week of August 5, 2003; further, approve
payment of the list of claims against the county in the total amount
of $50,022.77 for the week of August 7, 2003; and finally, approve
payment of the list of claims against the county in the total amount
of $1,021,569.97 for the week of August 12, 2003.”
| Roll call vote: |
Yes - 5 (Comrs. Moore, Austin, Frederick, Ivey and
Miller) |
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Excused - 2 (Comrs. Segal and Strowbridge) |
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Motion CARRIED |
RECESS:
The meeting recessed at 7:38 p.m. at the call of the Chair.
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