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COUNTY MICHIGAN
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
1200 N. Telegraph Road, Bldg, 12 East, Pontiac, MI 48341
Board of Commissioners
David T. Woodward
February 3, 2022 at 6:00 PM
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1. Call Meeting to Order
Chairperson David T. Woodward called the meeting of the Board of Commissioners to
order at 06:18 PM in 1200 N. Telegraph Road Bldg. 12E, Pontiac MI 48341.
2. Roll Call
MEMBERS PRESENT: Thomas Kuhn, William Miller 111, Michael Gingell, Chuck Moss
Robert Hoffman, Charles Cavell, Gary McGillivray, Philip Weipert, Eileen Kowall,
Christine Long, David Woodward, Angela Powell, Yolanda Smith Charles, Penny
Luebs, Karen Joliat, Janet Jackson, Michael Spisz, Kristen Nelson, Marcia
Gershenson, Gwen Markham (20)
MEMBERS ABSENT WITH NOTICE: Adam Kochenderfer (1)
3. Invocation -Yolanda Charles
4. Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag
5. Approval of Minutes
Michael Gingell moved approval of the January 20, 2022 minutes, as presented.
Seconded by Kristen Nelson.
Vote Summary (20-0-0)
Yes: David Woodward, Michael Gingell, Michael Spisz, Karen Joliat, Kristen Nelson,
Eileen Kowall, Christine Long, Philip Weipert, Gwen Markham, Angela Powell, Thomas
Kuhn, Chuck Moss, Marcia Gershenson, William Miller III, Yolanda Smith Charles,
Charles Cavell, Penny Luebs, Janet Jackson, Gary McGillivray, Robert Hoffman
No: None
Abstain: None
a. Clerk/Register of Deeds - Minutes Draft Minutes dated January 20, 2022
6. Approval of Agenda
Kristen Nelson moved to amend the Agenda as follows: add item 11f,, entitled: Budget
Amendment to Increase the Salary Grade for the Classifications of Lifeguard and
Parks & Recreation Program Leader to the Consent Agenda. Seconded by Karen
Joliat.
Motion Passed.
Vote Summary (20-0-0)
Yes: David Woodward, Michael Gingell, Michael Spisz, Karen Joliat, Kristen Nelson,
Eileen Kowall, Christine Long, Philip Weipert, Gwen Markham, Angela Powell, Thomas
Kuhn, Chuck Moss, Marcia Gershenson, William Miller III, Yolanda Smith Charles,
Charles Cavell, Penny Luebs, Janet Jackson, Gary McGillivray, Robert Hoffman
No: None
Abstain: None
Kristen Nelson moved to adopt the Agenda as amended. Seconded by Karen Joliat.
Motion Passed.
Vote Summary (20-0-0)
Yes: David Woodward, Michael Gingell, Michael Spisz, Karen Joliat, Kristen Nelson,
Eileen Kowall, Christine Long, Philip Welpert, Gwen Markham, Angela Powell, Thomas
Kuhn, Chuck Moss, Marcia Gershenson, William Miller 111, Yolanda Smith Charles,
Charles Cavell, Penny Luebs, Janet Jackson, Gary McGillivray, Robert Hoffman
No: None
Abstain: None
7. Communications
Board of Commissioners - Appointment CE Appointment - Oakland County
Brownfield Redevelopment Authority - D. Woodward, M. Spisz, S. Phillips
Fred Miller, Oakland County Deputy Clerk/Register of Deeds, addressed the
Board to read a communication from David Coulter, Oakland County Executive,
recommending the appointment of David Woodward and Michael Spisz, for a 1
year term and Solon Philips, for a 2 year term, as the Oakland County
Brownfield Development Authority Board of Directors.
Robert Hoffman moved to receive and file the attached Communications.
Seconded by Gary McGillivray.
Motion Passed.
Vote Summary (20-0-0)
Yes: David Woodward, Michael Gingell, Michael Spisz, Karen Joliat, Kristen
Nelson, Eileen Kowall, Christine Long, Philip Weipert, Gwen Markham, Angela
Powell, Thomas Kuhn, Chuck Moss, Marcia Gershenson, William Miller III,
Yolanda Smith Charles, Charles Cavell, Penny Luebs, Janet Jackson, Gary
McGillivray, Robert Hoffman
No: None
Abstain: None
b. Board of Commissioners - Appointment - Oxford Response Ad Hoc
Committee
Fred Miller, Oakland County Deputy Clerk/Register of Deeds, addressed the
Board to read a communication from David Woodward, Chairman, Oakland
County Board of Commissioners, notifying the Board of the appointment of
Commissioners Michael Spisz, David Woodward and William Miller III to the
Oxford Response Ad Hoc Committee.
Robert Hoffman moved to receive and file the attached Communications.
Seconded by Gary McGillivray.
Motion Passed.
Vote Summary (20-0-0)
Yes: David Woodward. Michael Gingell, Michael Spisz, Karen Joliat, Kristen
Nelson, Eileen Kowall, Christine Long, Philip Weipert, Gwen Markham, Angela
Powell, Thomas Kuhn, Chuck Moss. Marcia Gershenson, William Miller III,
Yolanda Smith Charles, Charles Cavell, Penny Luebs, Janet Jackson, Gary
McGillivray, Robert Hoffman
No: None
Abstain: None
c. Board of Commissioners - Communications Legislative Affairs and
Government Operations Leadership Change
Fred Miller, Oakland County Deputy Clerk/Register of Deeds, addressed the
Board to read a communication from David Woodward, Chairman, Oakland
County Board of Commissioners, notifying the Board that Commissioner Karen
Joliat, will replace Commissioner Adam Kochenderfer, as Vice Chairperson of
the Legislative Affairs and Government Operations Committee for the remainder
of the term.
Robert Hoffman moved to receive and file the attached Communications.
Seconded by Gary McGillivray.
Motion Passed.
Vote Summary (20-0-0)
Yes: David Woodward, Michael Gingell, Michael Spisz, Karen Joliat, Kristen
Nelson, Eileen Kowall, Christine Long, Philip Weipert, Gwen Markham, Angela
Powell, Thomas Kuhn, Chuck Moss, Marcia Gershenson, William Miller III,
Yolanda Smith Charles, Charles Cavell, Penny Luebs, Janet Jackson, Gary
McGillivray, Robert Hoffman
No: None
Abstain: None
Public Comment (three minutes max per speaker, related only to items on the
agenda)
The following people addressed the Board during Public Comment #1: Mark Forshee
and Sandra Carolan.
Reports of Standing Committees
CONSENTAGENDA
Yolanda Smith Charles moved item 11b., entitled: Designating February 2022 as
African American History Month in Oakland County, be moved from the Consent
Agenda to the Regular Agenda, as item 15c. There were no objections.
Gary McGillivray moved to recommend approval of the attached resolutions on the
Consent Agenda. Seconded by Philip Weipert.
Motion Passed.
Vote Summary (20-0-0)
Yes: David Woodward, Michael Gingell, Michael Spisz, Karen Joliat, Kristen Nelson,
Eileen Kowall, Christine Long, Philip Weipert, Gwen Markham, Angela Powell, Thomas
Kuhn, Chuck Moss, Marcia Gershenson, William Miller 111, Yolanda Smith Charles,
Charles Cavell, Penny Luebs, Janet Jackson, Gary McGillivray, Robert Hoffman
No: None
Abstain: None
9. ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND INFRASTRUCTURE COMMITTEE — WILLIAM
MILLER
Board of Commissioners - Road Improvement Fiscal Year 2022
Appropriation with the Charter Township of Waterford for Tri-Party Road
Improvement Program — Project No. 56051
Gary McGillivray moved to adopt the attached Road Improvement: Fiscal Year
2022 Appropriation with the Charter Township of Waterford for Tri-Party Road
Improvement Program — Project No. 56051. Seconded by Philip Welpert.
Motion Passed.
MISCELLANEOUS RESOLUTION #22-020
Sponsored By: Karen Joliat
IN RE: Fiscal Year 2022 Appropriation with the Charter Township of
Waterford for Tri-Party Road Improvement Program — Project No. 56051
WHEREAS since the 1970s, the Oakland County Board of Commissioners has
authorized the Tri-Party Road Improvement Program to assist Oakland
County's cities, villages and townships (CVTs) with the construction,
maintenance and repair of roads under the supervision, direction and control of
the Road Commission for Oakland County (RCOC), and
WHEREAS on September 29, 2021, the Oakland County Board of
Commissioners approved Miscellaneous Resolution #21378, which
appropriated $2,000,000 for the FY 2022 Tri-Party Road Improvement Program
allocation for projects managed by the RCOC; and
WHEREAS the Charter Township of Waterford, along with the RCOC, has
identified a project and said project is ready to be undertaken immediately; and
WHEREAS the project meets the terms and conditions of the Tri-Party Road
Improvement Program and the local cost participation agreement.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Oakland County Board of
Commissioners hereby approves the project submitted by the Charter Township
of Waterford and authorizes the transfer of Tri-Party Road Improvement
Program funds in the amount of $16,667 from Non -Departmental Transfers
appropriation (9090101).
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED additional project costs, not greater than 15%
from the original agreement, which are consistent with the project as originally
approved, will be paid when invoiced and appropriated in the quarterly forecast
resolution.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that additional project costs exceeding 15% of
the original agreement will require a separate resolution.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Oakland County Clerk is requested to
forward copies of this resolution to the Road Commission for Oakland County,
Oakland County Fiscal Services, and the Charter Township of Waterford.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the FY 2022 budget shall be amended as
described in the attached Schedule A — Budget Amendment.
Vote Summary (20-0-0)
Yes: David Woodward, Michael Gingell, Michael Spisz, Karen Joliat, Kristen
Nelson, Eileen Kowall. Christine Long, Philip Weipert, Gwen Markham, Angela
Powell, Thomas Kuhn, Chuck Moss, Marcia Gershenson, William Miller III,
Yolanda Smith Charles, Charles Cavell, Penny Luebs, Janet Jackson, Gary
McGillivray, Robert Hoffman
No: None
Abstain: None
Attachments:
1. Schedule A - Budget Amendment Project No. 56051
2. 56051 Tri-Party - Waterford Township Agreement
b. Board of Commissioners - Road Improvement Fiscal Year 2022
Appropriation with the Charter Township of Waterford for Tri-Party Road
Improvement Program — Project No. 56451
Gary McGillivray moved to adopt the attached Road Improvement: Fiscal Year
2022 Appropriation with the Charter Township of Waterford for Tri-Party Road
Improvement Program — Project No. 56451. Seconded by Philip Weipert.
Motion Passed.
MISCELLANEOUS RESOLUTION #22-021
Sponsored By: Eileen Kowall, Kristen Nelson, Karen Joliat
IN RE: Fiscal Year 2022 Appropriation with the Charter Township of
Waterford for Tri-Party Road Improvement Program — Project No. 56451
WHEREAS since the 1970s. the Oakland County Board of Commissioners has
authorized the Tri-Party Road Improvement Program to assist Oakland
County's cities, villages and townships (CVTs) with the construction,
maintenance and repair of roads under the supervision, direction and control of
the Road Commission for Oakland County (RCOC); and
WHEREAS on September 29, 2021, the Oakland County Board of
Commissioners approved Miscellaneous Resolution #21378 which appropriated
$2,000,000 for the FY 2022 Tri-Party Road Improvement Program allocation for
projects managed by the RCOC; and
WHEREAS the Charter Township of Waterford, along with the RCOC, has
identified a project and said project is ready to be undertaken immediately; and
WHEREAS the project meets the terms and conditions of the Tri-Party Road
Improvement Program and the local cost participation agreement.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Oakland County Board of
Commissioners hereby approves the project submitted by the Charter Township
of Waterford and authorizes the transfer of Tri-Party Road Improvement
Program funds in the amount of $400,000 from Non -Departmental Transfers
appropriation (9090101).
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED additional project costs, not greater than 15%
from the original agreement, which are consistent with the project as originally
approved, will be paid when invoiced and appropriated in the quarterly forecast
resolution.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that additional project costs exceeding 15% of
the original agreement will require a separate resolution.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Oakland County Clerk is requested to
forward copies of this resolution to the Road Commission for Oakland County,
Oakland County Fiscal Services, and the Charter Township of Waterford.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the FY 2022 budget shall be amended as
described in the attached Schedule A — Budget Amendment.
Vote Summary (20-0-0)
Yes: David Woodward, Michael Gingell, Michael Spisz, Karen Joliat, Kristen
Nelson, Eileen Kowall. Christine Long, Philip Weipert, Gwen Markham, Angela
Powell, Thomas Kuhn, Chuck Moss, Marcia Gershenson, William Miller III,
Yolanda Smith Charles, Charles Cavell, Penny Luebs, Janet Jackson, Gary
McGillivray, Robert Hoffman
No: None
Abstain: None
Attachments:
I . Schedule A - Budget Amendment Project No. 56451
2. 56451 Tri-Party - Waterford Township Agreement
10. FINANCE COMMITTEE — GWEN MARKHAM
a. Information Technology - Interlocal Agreement BlueHill Contract Renewal
Gary McGillivray moved to adopt the attached Contract - IT Related: BlueHill
Contract Renewal. Seconded by Philip Weipert.
Motion Passed.
MISCELLANEOUS RESOLUTION #22-022
Sponsored By: Gwen Markham
IN RE: BlueHill Contract Renewal
WHEREAS the Department of Information Technology is entering into a new
contract with Computer Technologies USA LLC for five (5) years to provide
hosting. licensing and support of the legacy Mainframe Hosting Environment;
and
WHEREAS the Purchasing Terms and Conditions in Section 2400.6 Duration of
Contracts and under Procedure states "The Board of Commissioners shall
approve contracts beyond five years".; and
WHEREAS the current 5-year contract (#005815) expired on 12/31/2021 and
the new contract will run from January 01, 2022 to December 31, 2026 at an
anticipated cost of $1,500,000.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Oakland County Board of
Commissioners approves the new Contract with Computer Technologies USA
LLC for the period January 01, 2022 — December 31, 2026.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED a budget amendment is not required at this time
as the existing Information Technology Fund budget includes the support of the
mainframe hosting environment.
Vote Summary (20-0-0)
Yes: David Woodward, Michael Gingell, Michael Spisz, Karen Joliat, Kristen
Nelson, Eileen Kowall, Christine Long, Philip Weipert, Gwen Markham, Angela
Powell, Thomas Kuhn; Chuck Moss, Marcia Gershenson, William Miller III;
Yolanda Smith Charles, Charles Cavell, Penny Luebs, Janet Jackson, Gary
McGillivray, Robert Hoffman
No: None
Abstain: None
Attachment:
1. Blue Hill Contract
b. Treasurer's Office - Resolution Approval to Waive Interest and Fees for
Certain Qualifying Taxpayers from March 1, 2022 - April 30, 2022
Gary McGillivray moved to adopt the attached Resolution: Approval to Waive
Interest and Fees for Certain Qualifying Taxpayers from March 1, 2022 - April
30, 2022. Seconded by Philip Weipert.
Motion Passed.
MISCELLANEOUS RESOLUTION #22-023
Sponsored By: Gwen Markham
IN RE: Approval to Waive Interest and Fees for Certain Qualifying
Taxpayers from March 1, 2022 - April 30, 2022
WHEREAS the Treasurer's Office is requesting approval to waive interest and
fees for certain qualifying taxpayers from March 1, 2022 - April 30, 2022, and
WHEREAS pursuant to MCL 211.44(3), a local unit of government may waive
penalty and interest for eligible taxpayers; and
WHEREAS eligible taxpayers are defined in Section 211.44(3) as "a senior
citizen, paraplegic, quadriplegic, hemiplegic, eligible serviceperson, eligible
veteran, eligible widow or widower, totally and permanently disabled person, or
blind person," and
WHEREAS provided a taxpayer has not received the credit before February 15,
a written claim must be made by that date with the local unit treasurer pursuant
to Section 211.44(3); and
WHEREAS Section 211.59(3) allows the County Board of Commissioners to
also waive any interest, fee or penalty for eligible taxpayers through April 30;
and
WHEREAS some qualified taxpayers may not receive their Homestead
Property Tax Credit checks in time to make their property tax payments at their
city or township; and
WHEREAS the waiver of County interest and fees through April 30, 2022 will
have minimal impact on General Fund revenues.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Oakland County Board of
Commissioners hereby authorizes the Oakland County Treasurer to waive all
County interest and fees (for the 2021 property tax collections) through April 30,
2022, for eligible taxpayers who have qualified at their city or township for a
local exemption under Section 211 A4(3).
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the County Treasurer is hereby authorized
to notify by mail those who are eligible for this exemption pursuant to Section
211.44(3) of Michigan Compiled Laws.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that no budget amendment is required.
Vote Summary (20-0-0)
Yes: David Woodward, Michael Gingell, Michael Spisz, Karen Joliat, Kristen
Nelson, Eileen Kowall, Christine Long, Philip Weipert, Gwen Markham, Angela
Powell, Thomas Kuhn, Chuck Moss, Marcia Gershenson, William Miller III,
Yolanda Smith Charles, Charles Cavell, Penny Luebs, Janet Jackson, Gary
McGillivray, Robert Hoffman
No: None
Abstain: None
11. LEGISLATIVE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS COMMITTEE —
KRISTEN NELSON
a. Board of Commissioners - Resolution Designating February 17, 2022, as
National Random Acts of Kindness Day in Oakland County
Gary McGillivray moved to adopt the attached Resolution: Designating February
17, 2022, as National Random Acts of Kindness Day in Oakland County.
Seconded by Philip Weipert.
Motion Passed.
MISCELLANEOUS RESOLUTION #22-024
Sponsored By: Penny Luebs
IN RE: Designating February 17, 2022, as National Random Acts of
Kindness Day in Oakland County
WHEREAS in 1982, with a simple gesture, Anne Herbert scrawled the words
"practice random acts of kindness and senseless acts of beauty" on a place mat
in the restaurant she worked; and
WHEREAS these heartwarming words have spread across America, as they
give us hope; and
WHEREAS on February 17th we recognize and celebrate National Random
Acts of Kindness Day; and
WHEREAS it is celebrated by individuals, groups and organizations,
Nationwide, to encourage acts of kindness; and
WHEREAS this day is a favorite day to many, as people everywhere are
enjoying doing simple Acts of Kindness — Smile, Hold a door open, Give an
honest compliment, Offer help to someone, Be a good listener, Treat someone
to a coffee or tea. Compliment a co-worker or stranger, Thank someone who
you appreciate; Acts of Kindness are Endless; and
WHEREAS scientific evidence shows us the positive effects of doing kind acts
for others as well as receiving or even witnessing kindness. Acts of Kindness
boosts happiness, decreases stress, increases serotonin, and inspires more
kindness: and
WHEREAS Random Acts of Kindness may seem insignificant, such as a
stranger helping another stranger, yet it can impact the rest of someone's life
with this small gesture: and
WHEREAS when we tune into kindness happening around us, the day seems a
little bit brighter and the week seems a little more manageable; and
WHEREAS everyone can use more kindness in their lives, be a world changer
every day, be kind and give hope, as even the smallest Act of Kindness can
change a life.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED the Oakland County Board of
Commissioners recognizes February 17, 2022, as National Random Acts of
Kindness Day in Oakland County.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED the Board of Commissioners encourages
everyone to explore the good of Random Acts of Kindness and make kindness
an everyday norm.
Vote Summary (20-0-0)
Yes: David Woodward, Michael Gingell, Michael Spisz, Karen Joliat, Kristen
Nelson, Eileen Kowall, Christine Long, Philip Weipert, Gwen Markham, Angela
Powell, Thomas Kuhn, Chuck Moss, Marcia Gershenson, William Miller III,
Yolanda Smith Charles, Charles Cavell, Penny Luebs, Janet Jackson, Gary
McGillivray, Robert Hoffman
No: None
Abstain: None
b. Parks & Recreation - Contract Lease with the City of Madison Heights for
George W. Suarez Friendship Woods (Red Oaks Nature Center)
Gary McGillivray moved to adopt the attached Contract: Lease with the City of
Madison Heights for George W. Suarez Friendship Woods (Red Oaks Nature
Center). Seconded by Philip Weipert.
Motion Passed.
MISCELLANEOUS RESOLUTION #22-025
Sponsored By: Kristen Nelson
IN RE: Lease with the City of Madison Heights for George W. Suarez
Friendship Woods (Red Oaks Nature Center)
WHEREAS the Oakland County Parks and Recreation Commission is entering
into an updated lease agreement with the City of Madison Heights to continue
to operate the George W. Suarez Friendship Woods Park (operated as the Red
Oaks Nature Center); and
WHEREAS the lease has a 25-year term and will commence upon execution by
the Chairperson or his designee and will expire on December 31, 2046; and
WHEREAS the lease has no monthly fee but provides guidelines for shared
capital and maintenance project expenses at the park between the Oakland
County Parks and Recreation Commission and the City of Madison Heights;
and
WHEREAS approval of the lease will result in the Oakland County Parks and
Recreation Commission continuing to operate the Red Oaks Nature Center in
Madison Heights for the benefit of the residents of Oakland County, providing
trails, nature programming and interpretive services for local residents, families,
and visitors.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Oakland County Board of
Commissioners hereby approves the 25-year lease with the City of Madison
Heights for the George W. Suarez Friendship Woods (Red Oaks Nature
Center).
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that no budget amendment is required as the
existing Parks and Recreation Fund (#50800) budget reflects the terms of this
lease agreement.
Vote Summary (20-0-0)
Yes: David Woodward, Michael Gingell, Michael Spisz, Karen Joliat, Kristen
Nelson, Eileen Kowall, Christine Long, Philip Weipert, Gwen Markham, Angela
Powell, Thomas Kuhn, Chuck Moss, Marcia Gershenson, William Miller III,
Yolanda Smith Charles, Charles Cavell, Penny Luebs, Janet Jackson, Gary
McGillivray, Robert Hoffman
No: None
Abstain: None
Attachment:
1. 01-03-21 Red Oaks Nature Center Lease
C. Board of Commissioners - Resolution Appropriating Funding to
Commemorate Elizabeth Denison Forth as the First African American
Landowner in Oakland County
Gary McGillivray moved to adopt the attached Resolution: Appropriating
Funding to Commemorate Elizabeth Denison Forth as the First African
American Landowner in Oakland County. Seconded by Philip Weipert.
Motion Passed.
MISCELLANEOUS RESOLUTION #22-019
Sponsored By: Angela Powell, Gwen Markham, Marcia Gershenson, Charles
Cavell, Penny Luebs, Michael Spisz, Kristen Nelson, Janet Jackson
IN RE: Appropriating Funding to Commemorate Elizabeth Denison Forth
as the First African American Landowner in Oakland County
WHEREAS in 1825, Elizabeth Denison Forth purchased 48.5 acres of land in
Pontiac from the Pontiac Company: and
WHEREAS one hundred and sixty-seven years later, a Michigan Historical
Marker honoring Ms. Forth was placed at the site of her former property, now
part of Pontiac's Oak Hill Cemetery: and
WHEREAS Ms. Forth was inducted into the Michigan Women's Hall of Fame in
2017; and
WHEREAS enslaved in the Michigan Territory, Ms. Forth's story is one of
freedom and triumph of an African American woman in the late eighteenth
century; and
WHEREAS her history —shared in Oakland, Macomb, and Wayne counties -
marks the importance, and rare narrative, of how an enslaved Black woman
challenged the Territory's legal system, self -emancipated to Canada, and
returned years later as a free woman of color; and
WHEREAS while slavery persisted in the Michigan Territory, Ms. Forth was
able to build personal wealth from a combination of financial investments,
including the land she purchased in Oakland County; and
WHEREAS one-time funding of $5,000 is available in the Board of
Commissioners' FY 2022 Budget Professional Services Account (#731458) to
create two memorial historical signs and one memorial street sign in the City of
Pontiac.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Oakland County Board of
Commissioners authorizes one-time funding of up to $5,000 from General Fund
(#10100) Board of Commissioners' Professional Service Account (#731458) to
Commemorate Elizabeth Denison Forth as the first African American landowner
in Oakland County.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Board of Commissioners recognizes that
by commemorating Ms. Forth, we provide an opportunity for all residents in
Oakland County to understand the legacy of slavery in our County, and to
appreciate how Ms. Forth's efforts opened opportunities for future African
American landowners.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a FY 2022 budget amendment is not
required at this time.
Vote Summary (20-0-0)
Yes: David Woodward, Michael Gingell, Michael Spisz, Karen Joliat, Kristen
Nelson, Eileen Kowall, Christine Long, Philip Weipert, Gwen Markham, Angela
Powell, Thomas Kuhn, Chuck Moss, Marcia Gershenson, William Miller III,
Yolanda Smith Charles, Charles Cavell, Penny Luebs, Janet Jackson, Gary
McGillivray, Robert Hoffman
No: None
Abstain: None
d. Board of Commissioners - Resolution Establishing a Regional Partnership
between Oakland, Wayne, and Macomb Counties for Broadband Equity
and Water Infrastructure
Gary McGillivray moved to adopt the attached Resolution: Establishing a
Regional Partnership between Oakland, Wayne. and Macomb Counties for
Broadband Equity and Water Infrastructure. Seconded by Philip Weipert.
Motion Passed.
MISCELLANEOUS RESOLUTION #22-016
Sponsored By: David Woodward, Marcia Gershenson, Michael Spisz, Charles
Cavell. Yolanda Smith Charles, Michael Gingeli, Robert Hoffman, Janet
Jackson, Karen Joliat, Adam Kochenderfer, Eileen Kowall, Thomas Kuhn,
Christine Long, Penny Luebs, Gwen Markham, Gary McGillivray, William Miller
III, Chuck Moss, Kristen Nelson, Angela Powell, Philip Weipert
IN RE: Establishing a Regional Partnership between Oakland, Wayne, and
Macomb Counties for Broadband Equity and Water Infrastructure
WHEREAS internet and broadband accessibility and water infrastructure issues
are economic and social challenges which are regional in nature and are most
effectively addressed by cooperation across jurisdictional boundaries; and
WHEREAS the County Commissions of Oakland, Wayne and Macomb
Counties convened at the 2021 Tri-County Summit on November 12, 2021, to
gain insight and collaborate toward finding regional solutions to common issues;
and
WHEREAS a sustainable future is one built on meeting today's needs without
compromising the ability of future generations to meet their needs, and must
encompass the triple bottom line of integrity, prosperity and equity; and
WHEREAS this objective can best be achieved through joint partnerships
between the County Commissions of Oakland, Wayne and Macomb; and
WHEREAS these partnership groups, to be called the Regional Partnership for
Broadband Infrastructure and Equity and the Regional Partnership for Water
Infrastructure, will establish a framework for dealing with a wide range of
internet and broadband accessibility and water infrastructure challenges facing
the Southeast Michigan region; and
WHEREAS these two partnership groups are substantive outcomes of the 2021
Tri-County Summit, as well as entities through which government, business and
institutions within the region can work together to craft desired goals which
result in sound solutions for a successful future; and
WHEREAS Oakland County is confident that this collaborative commitment
from Tri-County communities will prove to be a model for regional growth and
sustainability.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Oakland, Wayne and Macomb
County Commissions hereby recognize the significant benefit of regional
cooperation and join together to establish the Regional Partnership for
Broadband Infrastructure and Equity and the Regional Partnership for Water
Infrastructure.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that two steering committees shall be formed
with bi-partisan (as appropriate) voting representatives each from the
Commissions of Oakland. Wayne, and Macomb Counties to provide direction
and oversight; the steering committees may include non -voting members
representing county departments and subject matter experts.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Commissions of Oakland, Wayne, and
Macomb Counties shall vote regarding the establishment of the Partnerships for
Broadband Infrastructure and Equity and Water Infrastructure at a meeting in
early 2022; and, providing the partnership groups are established, convene the
first meeting of the steering committees by February 25, 2022,
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Partnership groups will have an
approximate six-month duration during which information, studies and
recommendations for action will be gathered and created which will culminate in
a presentation to be made at the 2022 Tri-County Summit.
Vote Summary (20-0-0)
Yes: David Woodward, Michael Gingell, Michael Spisz, Karen Joliat, Kristen
Nelson, Eileen Kowall, Christine Long, Philip Weipert, Gwen Markham, Angela
Powell, Thomas Kuhn, Chuck Moss, Marcia Gershenson, William Miller Ill,
Yolanda Smith Charles, Charles Cavell, Penny Luebs, Janet Jackson, Gary
McGillivray, Robert Hoffman
No: None
Abstain: None
Parks & Recreation - Budget Amendment to Increase the Salary Grade for
the Classifications of Lifeguard and Parks & Recreation Program Leader
Gary McGillivray moved to adopt the attached Budget Amendment: to Increase
the Salary Grade for the Classifications of Lifeguard and Parks & Recreation
Program Leader. Seconded by Philip Weipert.
Motion Passed.
MISCELLANEOUS RESOLUTION #22-026
Sponsored By: Kristen Nelson
IN RE: to Increase the Salary Grade for the Classifications of Lifeguard
and Parks & Recreation Program Leader
WHEREAS with more than 6,700 acres and 70 miles of trails, Oakland County
Parks and Recreation's 14 parks provide healthy outdoor recreational
experiences and adventures for residents and guests; and
WHEREAS Oakland County Parks and Recreation's programs, services and
facilities are made possible by millage funds supported by Oakland County
taxpayers; and
WHEREAS Oakland County Parks and Recreation's operations are supported
by more than 650 seasonal and part-time employee positions; and
WHEREAS more than 200 of these positions remained unfilled throughout the
2021 season despite extensive efforts to attract candidates; and
WHEREAS labor shortages during the 2021 season had a major impact on
operations throughout the park system, resulting in the reduction of park
services and recreation programs. Lack of adequate lifeguard staff resulted in
the closure of the Waterford Oaks Waterpark for the entire season and reduced
operations at the Red Oaks Waterpark; and
WHEREAS the lack of adequate staff to support recreation programming
resulted in reduced mobile recreation and nature education services; and
WHEREAS the Oakland County Parks and Recreation Commission has
requested an increase in salary grade for the classifications of Lifeguard and
Parks & Recreation Program Leader to support ongoing efforts to recruit and
retain quality staff for the upcoming 2022 season; and
WHEREAS the impact to the Parks and Recreation Fund (#50800) is estimated
at $51,410 per year.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Oakland County Board of
Commissioners authorizes the change in salary grade for the following
classifications:
Classification From Grade To Grade
Lifeguard 203 205
Parks & Recreation Program Leader 202 205
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the FY 2022-2024 Budget be amended as
detailed in the attached Schedule A - Budget Amendment.
Vote Summary (20-0-0)
Yes: David Woodward, Michael Gingell, Michael Spisz, Karen Joliat, Kristen
Nelson, Eileen Kowail, Christine Long, Philip Weipert, Gwen Markham, Angela
Powell; Thomas Kuhn, Chuck Moss, Marcia Gershenson, William Miller III,
Yolanda Smith Charles, Charles Cavell, Penny Luebs, Janet Jackson, Gary
McGillivray, Robert Hoffman
No: None
Abstain: None
Attachments:
1. Schedule A - Budget Amendment
2. Hrwriteuplifeguardsprksprgrmldr
12. PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY COMMITTEE— PENNY LUEBS
a. Sheriff's Office - Resolution Extending Temporary Increase in the Rate of
Overtime Pay to Reduce Employee Mandatory Overtime Hours
Gary McGillivray moved to adopt the attached Resolution: Extending Temporary
Increase in the Rate of Overtime Pay to Reduce Employee Mandatory Overtime
Hours. Seconded by Philip Weipert.
Motion Passed.
MISCELLANEOUS RESOLUTION #22-027
Sponsored By: Penny Luebs
IN RE: Extending Temporary Increase in the Rate of Overtime Pay to
Reduce Employee Mandatory Overtime Hours
WHEREAS Miscellaneous Resolution #21403 approved a temporary increase
in the rate of overtime pay to twice the normal employee's salary for overtime
worked on Saturday and Sunday over an eight (8) week period for the following
classifications in the Oakland County Sheriff's Office: Corrections Deputy I,
Corrections Deputy 11. Deputy I, Deputy II, Dispatch Specialist, Dispatch
Specialist Shift Leader, and Fire Investigator; and
WHEREAS Miscellaneous Resolution #21528 was approved on December 30,
2021 to extend the temporary increase through January 31, 2022; and
WHEREAS the COVID-19 pandemic has placed extraordinary pressure upon
the entire operation of the Sheriff's Office, particularly Deputies assigned to the
jail and civilian employees assigned to Emergency Communications &
Operations (9-1-1 Dispatch Center); and
WHEREAS the temporary increase in the rate of overtime for the initial eight (8)
week trial period was extremely successful, bringing the average instances of
forced overtime down from fifty-three (53) instances per weekend across the
Sheriff's Office (dispatch, jail, and patrol services) down to one (1) per weekend
and the data supported extending the temporary increase; and
WHEREAS due to a worldwide outage with UKG Telestaff, the Sheriffs Office is
unable to pull additional data showing the instances of forced overtime, but
based on previous success an additional eight (8) week extension is being
requested; and
WHEREAS resignations and the most recent spike in COVID cases have
contributed to the continued high rate of vacancies; and
WHEREAS the Human Resources Department and the Sheriff's Office, in
conjunction with the Oakland County Deputy Sheriff's Association (OCDSA),
are recommending the extension in the rate of overtime for an additional eight
(8) weeks for limited classifications experiencing the most significant mandated
overtime requirements, at a rate of two times the hourly salary for overtime
worked on Saturdays and Sundays; and
WHEREAS the additional eight (8) week period would cover all weekends in
February and March of 2022, and
WHEREAS the estimated cost to extend the temporary rate increase of
overtime for an additional eight (8) week period is $302,704; and
WHEREAS the funding for an eight (8) week extension of the temporary rate
increase of overtime pay will be covered by the FY 2021 Sheriff's Office
personnel favorability, which fell to the fund balance of the General Fund, and
therefore, the $302,704 will be appropriated from the General Fund equity.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Oakland County Board of
Commissioners approves an extension to the temporary increase in the rate of
overtime pay to twice the normal employee's salary for overtime worked on
Saturday and Sunday for the following classifications in the Oakland County
Sheriffs Office: Corrections Deputy I, Corrections Deputy II, Deputy I, Deputy II,
Dispatch Specialist, Dispatch Specialist Shift Leader, and Fire Investigator. The
extension to the temporary increase in the rate of overtime pay shall be
effective for an eight (8) week period covering the months of February and
March 2022.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that Deputy County Executive Lynch is
authorized to update the Memorandum of Understanding with the Oakland
County Deputy Sheriff's Association for terms of this program extension.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that for the purposes of extending the temporary
increase in the rate of overtime pay, the Board of Commissioners authorizes an
exception to the provisions of Merit Rule 2.10.3.1.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the FY 2022 budget is amended as reflected
in the attached Schedule A document.
Vote Summary (20-0-0)
Yes: David Woodward, Michael Gingell, Michael Spisz, Karen Joliat, Kristen
Nelson, Eileen Kowall, Christine Long, Philip Weipert, Gwen Markham, Angela
Powell, Thomas Kuhn, Chuck Moss, Marcia Gershenson, William Miller III,
Yolanda Smith Charles, Charles Cavell, Penny Luebs, Janet Jackson, Gary
McGillivray, Robert Hoffman
No: None
Abstain: None
Attachment:
1. EXTENSION of Temp Increase In OT Pay Schedule A
b. Sheriff's Office - Grant Application with the Michigan Department of
Treasury for the FY 2022 First Responder Training and Recruitment
Gary McGillivray moved to adopt the attached Grant Application: with the
Michigan Department of Treasury for the FY 2022 First Responder Training and
Recruitment. Seconded by Philip Weipert.
Motion Passed.
MISCELLANEOUS RESOLUTION #22-028
Sponsored By: Penny Luebs
IN RE: with the Michigan Department of Treasury for the FY 2022 First
Responder Training and Recruitment
WHEREAS the Oakland County Sheriff's Office (OCSO) is applying for Fiscal
Year (FY) 2022 First Responder Training and Recruitment Grant funding in the
amount of $79,570 from the Michigan Department of Treasury; and
WHEREAS the grant period is February 15, 2022 through September 30, 2022;
and
WHEREAS the OCSO's Training Unit coordinates and implements both
mandatory and optional training sessions for all personnel, including 900 sworn
officers: and
WHEREAS the Training Unit has an experienced "in-house" instructional staff,
augmented by simulation training and specialized vendor training; and
WHEREAS although classroom instruction and in-house training courses are
beneficial. simulation training has proven to be the most effective learning
experience; and
WHEREAS by policy and direct order of the Sheriff, OCSO Deputies are
expected to respond to calls safely and efficiently using the least amount of
force necessary to resolve high stress incidents; and
WHEREAS to meet this clearly defined directive, the OCSO Training Unit has
been tasked with providing the most realistic scenario -based training available;
and
WHEREAS training that is strictly repetition based, using the same target profile
or scenario, leads to de-escalation and force failures when encountered with a
dynamic situation. When these types of training deficiencies occur in real -world
scenarios, the consequences for the Deputy and the individual can be
catastrophic; and
WHEREAS grant funding is being requested to upgrade the current VirTra
training simulator platform, with newer technology, better equipment. upgrades
to the visual and audio support components and new scenario content; and
WHEREAS the current system is at the recommended age for a system
upgrade to guarantee optimal performance; and
WHEREAS the grant application has completed the Grant Review Process in
accordance with the Grants Policy approved by the Board at their January 21,
2021 meeting.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Oakland County Board of
Commissioners approves the submission of the grant application to the
Michigan Department of Treasury in the amount of $79,570 for the period of
February 15, 2022 through September 30, 2022.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that application and future acceptance of this
grant does not obligate the County to any future commitment and continuation
of this program is contingent upon continued future levels of grant funding.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED a budget amendment is not required at this
time.
Vote Summary (20-0-0)
Yes: David Woodward. Michael Gingell, Michael Spisz, Karen Joliat, Kristen
Nelson, Eileen Kowali, Christine Long, Philip Weipert, Gwen Markham, Angela
Powell, Thomas Kuhn, Chuck Moss, Marcia Gershenson, William Miller 111,
Yolanda Smith Charles, Charles Cavell, Penny Luebs, Janet Jackson, Gary
McGillivray, Robert Hoffman
No: None
Abstain: None
Attachments:
1. Grant Review Sign -Off
2. First Responder Grant Application
3. First Responder Training and Recruitment Grant - Proposal Narrative
4. First Responder Training and Recruitment Grant - Proposal Budget
5. Oakland County - V300 system upgrade purchase quote
Circuit Court - Grant Acceptance with the Michigan State
Police/Community Services Division for FY 2022 Coronavirus Emergency
Supplemental Funding
Gary McGillivray moved to adopt the attached Grant Acceptance: with the
Michigan State Police/Community Services Division for FY 2022 Coronavirus
Emergency Supplemental Funding. Seconded by Philip Weipert.
Motion Passed.
MISCELLANEOUS RESOLUTION #22-029
Sponsored By: Penny Luebs
IN RE: with the Michigan State Police/Community Services
Division for FY 2022 Coronavirus Emergency Supplemental Funding
WHEREAS the Circuit Court applied for and was awarded the FY 2022
Coronavirus Emergency Supplemental Funding (CESF) grant with the Michigan State
Police (MSP), Grants and Community Services Division (GCSD), from the U.S.
Department of Justice, Office of Justice Programs, Bureau of Justice
Assistance, with a grant period of January 1, 2022 through December 31, 2022;
and
WHEREAS the total program funding is $50,000; and
WHEREAS the court intends to use these funds to purchase evidence
presentation software to assist in jury trials; and
WHEREAS this evidence presentation software will provide a better way for
case parties and court staff to present exhibits, share files with jurors, and sign
documents; and
WHEREAS the grant award has completed the Grant Review Process in
accordance with the Board of Commissioners' Grant Acceptance Procedures
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Oakland County Board of
Commissioners accepts the FY 2022 Coronavirus Emergency Supplemental
Funding Grant in the amount of $50,000 from the Michigan State Police (MSP),
for the period of January 1, 2022 through December 31, 2022.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Oakland County Board of
Commissioners is authorized to execute the contract agreement and that the
Chairperson may approve amendments and extensions up to fifteen (15%)
percent variance from the award, consistent with the original agreement
approved.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that acceptance of this grant does not obligate
the County to any future commitment and continuation of the positions in the
grant is contingent upon continued future levels of grant funding.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the FY 2022 budget is amended as detailed
in the attached Schedule A.
Vote Summary (20-0-0)
Yes: David Woodward, Michael Gingell, Michael Spisz, Karen Joliat, Kristen
Nelson, Eileen Kowall, Christine Long, Philip Weipert, Gwen Markham, Angela
Powell, Thomas Kuhn. Chuck Moss, Marcia Gershenson, William Miller III,
Yolanda Smith Charles, Charles Cavell, Penny Luebs, Janet Jackson, Gary
McGillivray, Robert Hoffman
No: None
Abstain: None
Attachment:
1. FY2022 CESF Grant Acceptance Packet
d. Emergency Management & Homeland Security - Grant Acceptance and
Approval of an Interlocal Agreement with Macomb County for the 2020
Homeland Security Grant Program
Gary McGillivray moved to adopt the attached Grant Acceptance: and Approval
of an Interlocal Agreement with Macomb County for the 2020 Homeland
Security Grant Program. Seconded by Philip Weipert.
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MISCELLANEOUS RESOLUTION #22-030
Sponsored By: Penny Luebs
IN RE: and Approval of an Interlocal Agreement with Macomb County for
the 2020 Homeland Security Grant Program
WHEREAS funding was released from the United States Department of
Homeland Security. Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to the
State of Michigan for the 2020 Homeland Security Grant Program (HSGP); and
WHEREAS the State of Michigan has awarded a 2020 Homeland Security
Grant to Region 2 which includes, but is not limited to, the City of Detroit and
the counties of Macomb, Monroe, Oakland, St. Clair, Washtenaw, and Wayne;
and
WHEREAS the Michigan Homeland Protection Board created Regional
Homeland Security Planning Boards throughout the State to identify and
prioritize how the grant funds will be used: and
WHEREAS Macomb County was voted and approved to act as the Fiduciary
Agent and Subgrantee for the Region 2 Homeland Security Planning Board for
the Fiscal Year (FY) 2020 HSGP; and
WHEREAS Macomb County has entered into a grant agreement with the State
of Michigan as the subgrantee; and
WHEREAS in the previous FY, Oakland County was awarded $40,919 from the
State Homeland Security Grant Program (SHSGP), $511,008 from the UASI
and $240,000 for regional projects for a total award of $791,927: and
WHEREAS in the current FY, Oakland County is awarded $39,376 from the
SHSP, $536,333 from the UASI and $240,000 for regional projects for a total
award of $815,709, an increase of $23,782 from the previous FY; and
WHEREAS the regional funding will continue to fund two (2) Homeland Security
— Regional SAP positions (#1110101-10296 and #1110101-10520) and two (2)
Special Revenue Intelligence Analyst positions in the Sheriff's Office,
Emergency Response and Preparedness Division Admin Unit (#4030501-11083
and #4030501-14715); and
WHEREAS Oakland County Corporation Counsel has reviewed and approved
the attached Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) — Transfer/Acceptance of
Equipment for all purchased equipment by Oakland County to be used for the
2020 HSGP; and
WHEREAS the MOU will be signed every time a piece of equipment is given to
an Oakland County special response team or community to use under the
scope and intent of the grant; and
WHEREAS the Terms of 2020 HSGP Funding will be signed by a special
response team or community once a year for all training, conference or related
expenses funded by the grant; and
WHEREAS the MOU — Transfer of Equipment and the Terms of 2020 HSGP
Funding documents will be kept on file with the required grant reimbursement
paperwork within the Emergency Management Division; and
WHEREAS the grant agreement has completed the Grant Review Process in
accordance with the Board of Commissioners' Grant Procedures.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Oakland County Board of
Commissioners approves the attached Interlocal Grant Agreement along with
funding totaling $815,709 and authorizes its Chairperson to execute the
Agreement and all other related documents between Macomb County and
Oakland County.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Chairperson of the Board of
Commissioners is authorized to execute the Interlocal Agreement and to
approve any grant extensions or changes, within fifteen percent (15%) of the
original award, which are consistent with the original agreement as approved.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that acceptance of this grant does not obligate
the County to any future commitment and continuation of the special revenue
positions in the grant is contingent upon future levels of grant funding.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Oakland County Board of
Commissioners approves the attached Memorandum of Understanding —
Transfer/Acceptance of Equipment for all purchased equipment by Oakland
County to be used for the 2020 Homeland Security Grant Program.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Oakland County Board of
Commissioners approves the attached Terms of 2020 Homeland Security Grant
Program Funding for all training, conferences or related expenses for the
special response teams or communities.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Director or Chief of the Emergency
Management and Homeland Security Department — Emergency Management
Division are authorized to approve each Memorandum of Understanding and
Terms of 2020 Homeland Security Grant Program Funding issued to a
community or special response team.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the FY 2022 - FY 2023 budget is amended
per the attached Schedule A to reflect the grant award of $815,709.
Vote Summary (20-0-0)
Yes: David Woodward, Michael Gingell, Michael Spisz, Karen Joliat, Kristen
Nelson, Eileen Kowall, Christine Long, Philip Weipert, Gwen Markham, Angela
Powell, Thomas Kuhn, Chuck Moss, Marcia Gershenson, William Miller III,
Yolanda Smith Charles, Charles Cavell, Penny Luebs, Janet Jackson, Gary
McGillivray, Robert Hoffman
No: None
Abstain: None
Attachments:
1. Grant Review Sign -Off
2. PH&S EMHS Oakland 2020 HSGP Interloc Schedule A.v2
3. Homeland Security Grant Program Funding 2021 Final
4. HSGP - Equipment MOU_2021_Final
5. Memo - 2020 Interloca€ Oakland 11292021
6. Oakland 2020 Interlocal HSGP Funding Agreement with attachments
e. Emergency Management & Homeland Security - Grant Application with the
Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) for the Building Resilient
Infrastructure in Communities Grant
Gary McGillivray moved to adopt the attached Grant Application: with the
Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) for the Building Resilient
Infrastructure in Communities Grant. Seconded by Philip Weipert.
Motion Passed.
MISCELLANEOUS RESOLUTION #22-031
Sponsored By: Penny Luebs
IN RE: with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) for the
Building Resilient Infrastructure in Communities Grant
WHEREAS on September 20, 2020, the Oakland County Board of
Commissioners approved Miscellaneous Resolution (MR) #20325 for a
feasibility study for a new combined Emergency Operations Center (EOC)/911
Dispatch Center; and
WHEREAS on August 5, 2021, the Board accepted a report, via MR #21319,
from the study group to move ahead with the feasibility study vendor as
recommended by the bid evaluation committee; and
WHEREAS the Department of Emergency Management and Homeland
Security recommends the submission of an application to the Federal
Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) for the Building Resilient
Infrastructure in Communities (BRIC) Grant to help reduce County costs
associated with the feasibility study for the EOC/911 Dispatch Center; and
WHEREAS this funding will be used in part for a scoping project as part of a
feasibility study for the new EOC/911 Dispatch Center; and
WHEREAS the total project cost is $580,000, which includes a 25% County
match of $145,000; and
WHEREAS the 25% match requirement in the amount of $145,000 will be met
by funds already approved for this project; and
WHEREAS the purpose of the program is to assist the County in reducing or
eliminating future property damages and loss of life from natural hazards such
as floods, tornadoes, and storms in a facility that must be staffed regardless of
the type of hazard, and
WHEREAS the grant performance period is 36 months based on a to -be -
determined start date (estimated to August 2022); and
WHEREAS the grant application has completed the Grant Review Process
according to the Board of Commissioners' Grant Procedures.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Oakland County Board of
Commissioners approves the submission of the Building Resilient Infrastructure
in Communities Grant Application in the amount of $580,000 with an in -kind
grant match of $145,000 to the Federal Emergency Management Agency for
the period of 36 months with an estimated starting August of 2022 through
August of 2025.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the submission of this grant application does
not obligate the County to any future commitment and continuation of this grant
is contingent upon future levels of grant funding.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED a budget amendment is not required at this time.
Vote Summary (20-0-0)
Yes: David Woodward, Michael Gingell, Michael Spisz, Karen Joliat, Kristen
Nelson, Eileen Kowall, Christine Long, Philip Weipert, Gwen Markham, Angela
Powell, Thomas Kuhn; Chuck Moss, Marcia Gershenson, William Miller III,
Yolanda Smith Charles, Charles Cavell, Penny Luebs, Janet Jackson, Gary
McGillivray, Robert Hoffman
No: None
Abstain: None
Attachments:
1. GRANT REVIEW SIGN OFF
2. FEMA Go BRIC Saferoom Application
f. Emergency Management & Homeland Security - Grant Application with the
Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) for the Hazard Mitigation
Grant for DR-4494-MI
Gary McGillivray moved to adopt the attached Grant Application: with the
Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) for the Hazard Mitigation
Grant for DR-4494-MI. Seconded by Philip Weipert.
Motion Passed.
MISCELLANEOUS RESOLUTION #22-032
Sponsored By: Penny Luebs
IN RE: with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) for the
Hazard Mitigation Grant for DR-4494-M1
WHEREAS on September 20, 2020, the Oakland County Board of
Commissioners (BOC) approved Miscellaneous Resolution #20325 for a
feasibility study for a new combined Emergency Operations Center (EOC)/911
Dispatch Center; and
WHEREAS on August 5. 2021, the BOC accepted report #21319 from the study
group to move ahead with the feasibility study vendor as recommended by the
bid evaluation committee, and
WHEREAS the Department of Emergency Management and Homeland
Security recommends the submission of an application to the Federal
Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) for the Hazard Mitigation Grant for
DR-4494-MI to help reduce County costs associated with the feasibility study for
the EOC/911 Dispatch Center; and
WHEREAS this funding will be used in part for a scoping project as part of a
feasibility study for the new ECO/911 Dispatch Center; and
WHEREAS the total project cost is $580,000, which includes a 25% County
match of $145,000; and
WHEREAS the 25% match requirement in the amount of $145,000 will be met
by funds already approved for this project; and
WHEREAS the purpose of the program is to assist the County in reducing or
eliminating future property damages and loss of life from natural hazards such
as floods, tornadoes, and storms in a facility that must be staffed regardless of
the type of hazard; and
WHEREAS the grant performance period is 36 months based on a to -be -
determined start date (estimated to August 2022); and
WHEREAS the grant application has completed the Grant Review Process
according to the Board of Commissioners' Grant Procedures.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Oakland County Board of
Commissioners approves the submission of the Grant Application for the
Hazard Mitigation Grant for DR-4494-MI in the amount of $580,000, which
includes an in -kind grant match of $145,000 to the Federal Emergency
Management Agency for the period of 36 months with an estimated program
period of September 2022 through September 2025.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the submission of this grant application does
not obligate the County to any future commitment and continuation of this grant
is contingent upon future levels of grant funding.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED a budget amendment is not required at this time.
Vote Summary (20-0-0)
Yes: David Woodward, Michael Gingell, Michael Spisz, Karen Joliat, Kristen
Nelson, Eileen Kowall, Christine Long, Philip Weipert, Gwen Markham, Angela
Powell, Thomas Kuhn, Chuck Moss, Marcia Gershenson, William Miller III,
Yolanda Smith Charles, Charles Cavell, Penny Luebs, Janet Jackson, Gary
McGillivray, Robert Hoffman
No: None
Abstain: None
Attachments:
1. GRANT REVIEW SIGN OFF
2. FEMA Go Hazard Mitigation Saferoom Application
REGULAR AGENDA
13. ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND INFRASTRUCTURE COMMITTEE — WILLIAM
MILLER
a. Board of Commissioners - Resolution Sponsorship for the 2022
International Bocce Tournament at Palazzo Di Bocce
William Miller III moved to adopt the attached Resolution: Sponsorship for the
2022 International Bocce Tournament at Palazzo Di Bocce. Seconded by
Michael Gingell.
Discussion followed.
Motion Passed.
MISCELLANEOUS RESOLUTION #22-015
Sponsored By: David Woodward, Michael Gingell, Penny Luebs, Michael Spisz,
Chuck Moss, Janet Jackson
IN RE: Sponsorship for the 2022 International Bocce Tournament at
Palazzo Di Bocce
WHEREAS the sport of Bocce represents one of the longest played ball games
known to mankind, with a history dating to ancient Egypt and Rome; and
WHEREAS Palazzo di Bocce, located in Lake Orion, was host to the 2005
World Bocce Championships, which was the first time the individual men and
women championships were held at one time in a single venue; and
WHEREAS the 2005 World Bocce Championships was a resounding success,
with Palazzo di Bocce playing host to 18 international countries and bringing the
contest to the United States for the first time in many years; and
WHEREAS Palazzo di Bocce had planned to build upon this tremendous
success as the host of the 2020 International Bocce Tournament, inviting
players from the United States, Canada, Italy, Brazil, Chile, San Marino, France,
Switzerland, Germany, Malta and Turkey to compete, and
WHEREAS the 2020 International Bocce Tournament was unfortunately
cancelled due to COVID-19, and the authorized sponsorship dollars were
returned to the County: and
WHEREAS Palazzo di Bocce is seeking to host the 2022 International Bocce
Tournament, which presents an opportunity to showcase and promote Oakland
County as a wonderful place to work, play and live before a large national and
international audience; and
WHEREAS in previous years, Oakland County sponsored this event in its
efforts to continually invest in opportunities to drive growth and development in
its local communities; and
WHEREAS one-time funding of $15,000 is available in the Board of
Commissioners' FY 2022 Budget, Professional Services (731458) Account, for
the sponsorship of the 2022 International Bocce Tournament at the Palazzo di
Bocce.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Oakland County Board of
Commissioners authorizes the one-time appropriation of $15,000 from the
General Fund (#10100) Board of Commissioners Professional Services
(#731458) Account for sponsoring the 2022 International Bocce Tournament at
the Palazzo di Bocce.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Board of Commissioners requests that
Corporation Counsel negotiate an Agreement with Palazzo Di Bocce and
authorizes the Board Chairperson, or his designee, to execute the Agreement
and any related documents between Oakland County and Palazzo Di Bocce.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a FY 2022 budget amendment is not
required at this time.
Vote Summary (19-1-0)
Yes: David Woodward, Michael Gingell, Michael Spisz, Karen Joliat, Eileen
Kowall, Christine Long, Philip Weipert, Gwen Markham, Angela Powell. Thomas
Kuhn, Chuck Moss, Marcia Gershenson, William Miller III, Yolanda Smith
Charles, Charles Cavell, Penny Luebs, Janet Jackson, Gary McGillivray, Robert
Hoffman
No: Kristen Nelson
Abstain: None
b. Board of Commissioners - Resolution Appropriation of American Rescue
Plan Act - Local Fiscal Recovery Funds for the 2022 Winter Blast Royal
Oak Festival Matching Grant
William Miller III moved to adopt the attached Resolution: Appropriation of
American Rescue Pan Act - Local Fiscal Recovery Funds for the 2022 Winter
Blast Royal Oak Festival Matching Grant. Seconded by Michael Gingell.
Discussion followed.
Motion Passed.
MISCELLANEOUS RESOLUTION #22-018
Sponsored By: David Woodward. William Miller III, Michael Spisz, Charles
Cavell, Yolanda Smith Charles, Michael Gingeli
IN RE: Appropriation of American Rescue Plan Act - Local Fiscal Recovery
Funds for the 2022 Winter Blast Royal Oak Festival Matching Grant
WHEREAS in January 2005, the festival known as Motown Winter Blast, kicked
off as the official countdown to Super Bowl XL in Detroit. The festival attracted
more than one million people to Detroit during the Super Bowl in 2006; and
WHEREAS for the past 15 years, Winter Blast has continued to attract Metro -
Detroit residents to the exciting, revitalized Downtown Detroit area; and
WHEREAS Organizers of the Southeast Michigan winter mainstay festival —
Winter Blast— announced that the festival will return in 2022 with a new home in
downtown Royal Oak, and with it comes a (snowy) mountain of
seasonal activities and so much is free, including admission; and
WHEREAS the inaugural Winter Blast Royal Oak will include winter-themed
experiences, family activities, a local music showcase and much more; and
WHEREAS the Winter Blast Festival supports local economic activity at a histori
c time of year that has low economic activity, supporting local businesses as
they emerge beyond the pandemic; and
WHEREAS the 2022 Winter Blast Royal Oak is scheduled for Friday, February
18. 2022 to Sunday. February 20, 2022 in downtown Royal Oak; and
WHEREAS the sponsorship expenditure of up to $50,000 for the 2022 Winter
Blast Royal Oak Festival promises to provide a strong return on investment in
attracting economic and cultural activity in Oakland County as
well as contributing measurably to improving the quality of life of
our residents: and
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED the Oakland County Board of
Commissioners authorizes the one-time expenditure of up to $50,000 in
American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Local Fiscal Recovery Funds for
sponsorship of the 2022 Winter Blast Festival in the City of Royal Oak.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
authorizes the appropriation of $50,000 of ARPA Local Fiscal Recovery Funds
for the purpose of sponsoring the 2022 Winter Blast Festival in the City of Royal
Oak.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED approval of appropriations of ARPA for programs
and services by Oakland County shall not obligate a commitment of the General
Fund, unless authorized by the Board of Commissioners.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Board of Commissioners shall act as the
contract administrator for the distribution of the matching funds. The Board
authorizes the Chairperson to execute an interlocal agreement with the City of
Royal Oak for the release of matching funds in an amount equal to the
contribution by the City of Royal Oak, but not to exceed $50,000.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED a FY 2022 budget amendment is detailed in the
attached Schedule A.
Vote Summary (18-2-0)
Yes: David Woodward, Michael Gingell, Michael Spisz, Karen Joliat, Eileen
Kowall, Christine Long, Philip Weipert, Gwen Markham, Angela Powell, Chuck
Moss, Marcia Gershenson, William Miller III, Yolanda Smith Charles, Charles
Cavell, Penny Luebs, Janet Jackson, Gary McGillivray, Robert Hoffman
No: Kristen Nelson, Thomas Kuhn
Abstain: None
Attachment:
1. BOC Winter Blast Festival Schedule A
14. FINANCE COMMITTEE — GWEN MARKHAM
There were no items to report on the Regular Agenda for the Finance Committee.
15. LEGISLATIVE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS COMMITTEE —
KRISTEN NELSON
Human Resources - Appointment Retirement Board Citizen Member
Confirmation
Kristen Nelson moved to confirm the attached Appointment: Retirement Board
Citizen Member Confirmation. Seconded by Yolanda Smith Charles.
Appointment Confirmed.
REPORT
Sponsored By: Kirsten Nelson
IN RE: Retirement Board Citizen Member Confirmation
The Legislative Affairs and Government Operations Committee, having
reviewed the recommendation by the Oakland County Retirement and Deferred
Compensation Board (OCRDC) of Dion Stephens as citizen member of the
OCRDC on January 25, 2022. reports to recommend confirmation of this
appointment for a four-year term ending December 31, 2025.
Vote Summary (20-0-0)
Yes: David Woodward, Michael Gingell, Michael Spisz, Karen Joliat, Kristen
Nelson, Eileen Kowall. Christine Long, Philip Weipert, Gwen Markham, Angela
Powell. Thomas Kuhn, Chuck Moss, Marcia Gershenson, William Miller III,
Yolanda Smith Charles, Charles Cavell, Penny Luebs, Janet Jackson, Gary
McGillivray, Robert Hoffman
No: None
Abstain: None
Attachments:
1. Retirement Board Citizen Member rec to BoC - Jan 2022
2. Retirement Board Citizen Member Email
b. Board of Commissioners -Appointment Oakland Community Health
Network Applications
Kristen Nelson moved to confirm the attached Appointments: Oakland
Community Health Network Applications. Seconded by Penny Luebs.
Appointments Confirmed.
REPORT
Sponsored By: Kirsten Nelson
IN RE: Oakland Community Health Network Applications
The Legislative Affairs and Government Operations (LAGO) Committee, having
considered the vacancies and expiring appointments on the Oakland
Community Health Network (OCHN) board on January 25, 2022, hereby
recommends the following individuals be appointed to the OCHN for three-year
terms, as detailed below:
PRIMARY CONSUMER (term from April 1, 2022 — March 31. 2025)
Malkia Newman
SECONDARY CONSUMER (term from April 1, 2022 — March 31, 2025)
John Young
GENERAL PUBLIC (term from April 1, 2022 — March 31, 2025)
John Paul Torres
Vote Summary (20-0-0)
Yes: David Woodward, Michael Gingell, Michael Spisz, Karen Joliat, Kristen
Nelson, Eileen Kowall. Christine Long, Philip Weipert, Gwen Markham, Angela
Powell, Thomas Kuhn. Chuck Moss, Marcia Gershenson, William Miller lll,
Yolanda Smith Charles, Charles Cavell, Penny Luebs, Janet Jackson, Gary
McGillivray, Robert Hoffman
No: None
Abstain: None
Attachments:
1. OCHN - Newman - Primary
2. OCHN - Newman - Resume
3. OCHN - Young - Secondary Consumer
4. OCHN - Young - Resume
5. OCHN - Torres - GenPub
C. Board of Commissioners - Resolution Designating February 2022 as Black
History Month in Oakland County
Moved by Yolanda Smith Charles to amend the resolution as follows: strike
"African American" and replace with 'Black" throughout the title and body of
resolution. Seconded by Charles Moss.
Vote Summary (20-0-0)
Yes: David Woodward, Michael Gingell, Michael Spisz, Karen Joliat, Kristen
Nelson, Eileen Kowall, Christine Long, Philip Weipert, Gwen Markham, Angela
Powell. Thomas Kuhn, Charles Moss, Marcia Gershenson, William Miller III,
Yolanda Smith Charles, Charles Cavell, Penny Luebs, Janet Jackson, Gary
McGillivray, Robert Hoffman
No: None
Abstain: None
Yolanda Smith Charles moved, as amended, the attached Resolution:
Designating February 2022 as Black History Month in Oakland County.
Seconded by Penny Luebs.
Motion Passed.
MISCELLANEOUS RESOLUTION #22-033
Sponsored By: Janet Jackson, Angela Powell
IN RE: Designating February 2022 as Black History Month in Oakland
County
WHEREAS the dream of freedom and equality is forever intertwined into the
American Dream. It is a dream that, today, is sustained because of the hope
and painstaking efforts of Americans who fanned the flames of fairness that has
been woven into the fabric of our Nation -- the everlasting universal values of
democracy -- caring, fairness, citizenship, respect, responsibility, and trust; and
WHEREAS the history of Black Americans unfolds across the canvas of
America, beginning before the arrival of the Mayflower and continuing to the
present; and
WHEREAS from port cities where Africans disembarked from slave ships to the
battlefields where their descendants fought for freedom, from the colleges and
universities where they pursued education to places where they created
communities during centuries of migration, the imprint of Americans of African
descent is deeply embedded in the narrative of the American past; and
WHEREAS the story of America cannot be told without preserving and
reflecting on the places where Black Americans have made history: the
Kingsley Plantation, DuSable's home site, the numerous stops along the
Underground Railroad, Seneca Village, Mother Bethel A.M.E. Church and
Frederick Douglass' home, as well as, the home of the father of black history,
Dr. Carter G. Woodson — to name just a few— are sites that keep alive the
eighteenth and nineteenth centuries in our consciousness and prompt us to
remember and over time became hallowed grounds; and
WHEREAS these landmarks retain and refresh the memories of our forebears'
struggles for freedom and justice, and their belief in God's grace and mercy.
Similarly, the hallowed grounds of Mary McLeod Bethune's home in
Washington, D.C., 125th Street in Harlem, Beale Street in Memphis, and Sweet
Auburn Avenue in Atlanta tell the story of our struggle for equal citizenship
during the American century; and
WHEREAS our American history is enriched and enlightened due to the
inclusion and contributions of Black Americans who were pivotal in the struggle
for civil rights in America and equality of all humanity across the world; and
WHEREAS we remember the sacrifice of Black Americans who bravely served
their country in all of our country's wars, dating back to the Revolutionary War
until the present day, to protect and preserve freedom around the world; and
WHEREAS we celebrate the symbolism of America's democracy and the ability
of its people to stand up for justice, equality, equal employment opportunities,
equal protection under the law, along with social, economic and legal justice;
and
WHEREAS this year marks the 45th anniversary of the passage of Michigan's
Elliott -Larsen Civil Rights Act, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of
"religion, race, color, national origin, age, sex, height, weight, familial status, or
marital status" in employment, housing, education, and access to public
accommodations and reflects the continuation of America's democracy; and
WHEREAS as we reflect on the many sacrifices made and milestones reached
in our nation's struggle to eliminate legal and political inequality for all
Americans, regardless of race, we recognize that this important work continues
and that it is the responsibility of all citizens to be vigilant in combating
discrimination wherever it exists.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Oakland County Board of
Commissioners does hereby commemorate the contributions, sacrifices and
achievements of Black Americans by designating February 2022 as Black
History Month in Oakland County.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that we honor and continue to learn the lessons
of history to make our country a more perfect union, while continuing to create
and help manifest a reality for all people for full inclusion and human dignity.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that as we reflect, remember and are guided by
the words of Nelson Mandela, "I have walked that long road to freedom. I have
tried not to falter; I have made missteps along the way. But I have discovered
the secret that after climbing a great hill, one only finds that there are many
more hills to climb. I have taken a moment here to rest, to steal a view of the
glorious vista that surrounds me, to look back on the distance I have come. But
I can only rest for a moment, for with freedom come responsibilities, and I dare
not linger, for my long walk is not ended."
Vote Summary (20-0-0)
Yes: David Woodward, Michael Gingell, Michael Spisz, Karen Joliat, Kristen
Nelson, Eileen Kowall, Christine Long, Philip Weipert, Gwen Markham, Angela
Powell. Thomas Kuhn, Chuck Moss, Marcia Gershenson, William Miller III,
Yolanda Smith Charles, Charles Cavell, Penny Luebs, Janet Jackson, Gary
McGillivray, Robert Hoffman
No: None
Abstain: None
16. PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY COMMITTEE — PENNY LUEBS
Sheriff's Office - Budget Amendment Appropriating Funding for a Contract
with Wellpath LLC to Provide Medical Services at the Oakland County Jail
Penny Luebs moved to adopt the attached Budget Amendment: Appropriating
Funding for a Contract with Wellpath LLC to Provide Medical Services at the
Oakland County Jail. Seconded by Michael Gingell.
Motion Passed.
MISCELLANEOUS RESOLUTION #22-034
Sponsored By: Penny Luebs
IN RE: Appropriating Funding for a Contract with Wellpath LLC to Provide
Medical Services at the Oakland County Jail
WHEREAS the current contract with Wellpath LLC to provide medical services
at the Oakland County Jail expires on February 28, 2022; and
WHEREAS the Oakland County Sheriff's Office (OCSO) presented a notice of
intent to enter into a contract for services for the Jail Health Clinic — Inmate
Health Program to the Finance Committee on October 6, 2021; and
WHEREAS a request for proposal was placed on the Michigan Inter-
governmental Trade Network (MITN) resulting in two bid responses; and
WHEREAS the bids were evaluated based on the following categories: health
management system, medical/clinical staff management, corporate history and
experience, contract administration, and pricing; and
WHEREAS only one bid response, Wellpath LLC, included a complete turnkey
health program for the jail; and
WHEREAS the Oakland County Sheriff's Office recommends awarding the jail
medical services contract to Wellpath LLC for $20,205,364 covering a three-
year period, March 1, 2022 through February 28, 2025, (Year 1 $6,537,049,
Year 2 $6,733,160 and Year 3 S6,935,155); and
WHEREAS approximately 7% of the increased cost in Year 1 is attributed to
staffing and the need to offer competitive wages in order to maintain a skilled
medical staff. Recruitment and retention are increasingly difficult as seen in
medical facilities around the country; and
WHEREAS the annual increase to the jail medical services contract has
historically been 3%; and
WHEREAS the Sheriff's Office Contracted Services budget (Account 730373)
does not have sufficient funding to cover the new contract costs and OCSO is
requesting to increase the FY2022 budget by $548,195, increase the FY2023
budget by $744,306 and increase the FY2024 by $946,301 to support medica
services at the Oakland County Jail.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Oakland County Board of
Commissioners authorizes an appropriation of additional funding to the FY 2022
- 2024 Sheriff's Office Contracted Services Account (#730373) for the purposes
of entering into a contract with Wellpath LLC for services for the Jail Health
Clinic - Inmate Health Program.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the 3-year contract for jail medical services
will be awarded, pending a separate Board of Commissioners' resolution; to Wellpath LLC
beginning March 1. 2022 in the amount of $20,205,364.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the FY 2022 - 2024 budget shall be
amended as reflected in the attached Schedule A - Budget Amendment.
Vote Summary (19-1-0)
Yes: David Woodward, Michael Gingell, Michael Spisz, Karen Jaliat, Kristen
Nelson, Eileen Kowall. Christine Long, Philip Weipert, Gwen Markham, Angela
Powell, Thomas Kuhn, Chuck Moss, Marcia Gershenson, William Miller III,
Yolanda Smith Charles, Penny Luebs, Janet Jackson, Gary McGillivray; Robert
Hoffman
No: Charles Cavell
Abstain: None
Attachments:
1. Jail Medical Services - Wellpath - Schedule A
2. MemoProfServices Jail Health Services
3. Wellpath Part 1
4. Wellpath Part 2
5. Wellpath Part 3
Board of Commissioners - Amendment - BOC STAFF ONLY Amendment
#1
Charles Cavell moved to adopt the attached Amendment - Amendment #1.
Seconded by Yolanda Smith Charles.
Motion Failed.
Sponsored By: Charles Cavell
IN RE: Amendment #1
WHEREAS the current contract with Wellpath LLC to provide medical services
at the Oakland County Jail expires on February 28, 2022; and
WHEREAS the Oakland County Sheriff's Office (OCSO) presented a notice of
intent to enter into a contract for services for the Jail Health Clinic — Inmate
Health Program to the Finance Committee on October 6, 2021; and
WHEREAS a request for proposal was placed on the Michigan Inter-
governmental Trade Network (MITN) resulting in two bid responses; and
WHEREAS the bids were evaluated based on the following categories: health
management system, medical/clinical staff management, corporate history and
experience, contract administration, and pricing; and
WHEREAS only one bid response, Wellpath LLC, included a complete turnkey
health program for the jail; and
WHEREAS the Oakland County Sheriffs Office recommends awarding the jail
medical services contract to Wellpath LLC for $20,205,364 covering a three-
year period, March 1, 2022 through February 28, 2025, (Year 1 $6,537,049,
Year 2 $6,733,160 and Year 3 $6,935,155); and
WHEREAS approximately 70% of the increased cost in Year 1 is attributed to
staffing and the need to offer competitive wages in order to maintain a skilled
medical staff. Recruitment and retention are increasingly difficult as seen in
medical facilities around the country; and
WHEREAS the annual increase to the jail medical services contract has
historically been 3%; and
WHEREAS the Sheriffs Office Contracted Services budget (Account 730373)
does not have sufficient funding to cover the new contract costs and OCSO is
requesting to increase the FY2022 budget by $548,195, increase the FY2023
budget by $744,306 and increase the FY2024 by $946,301 to support medical
services at the Oakland County Jail.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Oakland County Board of
Commissioners authorizes an appropriation of additional funding to the FY 2022
- 2024 Sheriffs Office Contracted Services Account (#730373) for the purposes
of entering into a contract with Wellpath LLC for services for the Jail Health
Clinic - Inmate Health Program.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the 3-year contract for jail medical services
will be awarded, pending a separate Board of Commissioners' resolution, to
Wellpath LLC beginning March 1, 2022 in the amount of $20,205,364.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Board requests the county
administration, working with the Sheriffs Office, to contract with an independent
3rd party to conduct a market analysis and cost analysis, on services currently
outsourced. The objective of the analysis is to provide verification of whether
the current services should continue to be outsourced in whole or in part. The
report should be provided to the BOC by July 31, 2022.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the FY 2022 - 2024 budget shall be
amended as reflected in the attached Schedule A - Budget Amendment.
Vote Summary (9-11-0)
Yes: David Woodward, Kristen Nelson, Gwen Markham, Angela Powell, Marcia
Gershenson, William Miller III, Charles Cavell, Penny Luebs, Janet Jackson
No: Michael Gingell, Michael Spisz, Karen Joliat, Eileen Kowall, Christine Long,
Philip Weipert, Thomas Kuhn, Charles Moss, Yolanda Smith Charles, Gary
McGillivray, Robert Hoffman
Abstain: None
17. Reports of Special Committees
18. Special Order of Business
19. Unfinished Business
20. New & Miscellaneous Business
a. Board of Commissioners - Resolution Appropriating American Rescue
Plan Act - Local Fiscal Recovery Funds for the Oakland Together Housing
Security Initiative
The Chairperson referred the resolution to the Public Health and Safety
Committee and the Finance Committee. There were no objections,
MISCELLANEOUS RESOLUTION #22-035
Sponsored By: Charles Cavell
IN RE: Appropriating American Rescue Plan Act - Local Fiscal Recovery
Funds for the Oakland Together Housing Security Initiative
WHEREAS the United States Treasury allocated Oakland County
$244,270,949 of Local Fiscal Recovery Funds (LFRF)
established under the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) of
2021:and
WHEREAS under the initial guidance of the Interim Final Rule, the County
may use these funds at their discretion to support eligible
investments in public health expenditures, address negative
economic impacts caused by the public health emergency;
replace lost public sector revenue; provide premium pay for
essential workers; and invest in water, sewer, and broadband
infrastructure: and
WHEREAS the devastating impacts of the COVID-19 health pandemic
has exacerbated the limited or uncertain availability of stable,
safe, adequate, and attainable housing in Oakland County;
and
WHEREAS Oakland County has a need of 11,582 additional units of
worker housing needing to be created over the next decade;
and
WHEREAS there are roughly 3,000 homeless Oakland County residents;
and
WHEREAS there are only 172 permanent year-round emergency shelter
beds able to serve roughly 1,000 homeless Oakland County
residents annually; and
WHEREAS of the more than 150,000 renters in Oakland County, 41 A%
are cost burdened, paying more than 30% of their income in
rent; and
WHEREAS the average wait for a Housing Choice Voucher in Oakland
County is 26 months; and
WHEREAS over 69,000 privately owned homes are cost burdened,
paying more than 30% of their monthly income toward
housing costs; and
WHEREAS a worker in Oakland County who earns the minimum wage of
$9.65 per hour would need to work 65 hours per week in order
to afford a modest 2-bedroom rental home at Fair Market Rent
in Oakland County; and
WHEREAS the proposed Oakland Together Housing Security Initiative will
provide safe, attainable and accessible housing to residents
impacted by the COVID-19 health pandemic and the negative
economic impacts in our communities and will be designed to
meet LFRF eligibility and reporting requirements; and
WHEREAS an appropriation of S29,100,000 is requested to proceed with
the Oakland Together Housing Security Initiative.
NOW that the Oakland County Board of Commissioners authorizes
THEREFORE an appropriation in the amount of $29,100,000 in American
BE IT Rescue Plan Act - Local Fiscal Recovery Funds assigned to
RESOLVED the Oakland Together Housing Security Initiative. The
OTHSI funding shall be allocated into the following programs
as detailed in the attached exhibits:
$20,000,000 to create the Oakland Together
Attainable Housing Trust Fund. This fund will be used
to increase available attainable rental and homeowner
occupied housing throughout Oakland County. See
attached Exhibit A.
• $7,000,000 for the creation of a Shelter Capacity
Fund. Funds are to be used to increase the number of
available emergency shelter beds for both individuals
and families experiencing homelessness in our
community and to de -congregate currently available
units to improve safety and privacy. See attached
Exhibit B.
• $2,000,000 to re-establish the Roofs, Ramps and
Repairs program. This program offers critical home
repairs to residents throughout Oakland County. See
attached Exhibit C.
• $$100,000 for the Community and Home Improvement
Division to conduct a comprehensive scan of all
Oakland County communities zoning policy and
processes.
BE IT that the Attainable Housing Trust Fund shall be administered
FURTHER by the Neighborhood & Housing Development Division at the
RESOLVED oversight of the Attainable Housing Trust Fund Task Force.
The Task Force will consist of 12 members, to oversee the
evaluation and distribution of the Attainable Housing Trust
Fund. The Attainable Housing Trust Fund Task Force shall
consist of the following members:
• Two (2) Neighborhood & Housing Development
Division staff appointed by the County Executive;
• Three (3) citizen members appointed by the
Chairperson of the Board of Commissioners;
• One (1) nonprofit developer appointed by the
Chairperson of the Board of Commissioners;
• One (1) for -profit developer appointed by the
Chairperson of the Board of Commissioners;
• One (1) Statewide Community Development Financial
Institution (CDFI) member appointed by the
Chairperson of the Board of Commissioners;
• Two (2) Community Reinvestment Act (CRA)
appointees from financial institutions appointed by the
County Executive;
• Two (2) County Commissioners, and an alternate.
BE IT that unless otherwise stated in this resolution, the
FURTHER Neighborhood & Housing Development Division shall act as
RESOLVED contract administrator for the Oakland Together Housing
Security Initiative and shall be authorized to enter into a
contract for services for program administration, subject to
review by the Purchasing Division and Corporation Counsel.
BE IT that quarterly reports detailing expenditures and performance
FURTHER metrics for Oakland Together Housing Security Initiative shall
RESOLVED be forwarded to the Board of Commissioners. Public Health
and Safety Committee.
BE IT that approval of appropriations of American Rescue Plan Act —
FURTHER Local Fiscal Recovery Funds for programs and services by
RESOLVED Oakland County shall not obligate a commitment of the
General Fund unless authorized by action of the Board of
Commissioners.
BE IT that the FY 2022 budget shall be amended as reflected in the
FURTHER attached Schedule A —Budget Amendment.
RESOLVED
Chairperson, the following Commissioners are sponsoring the foregoing
Resolution: Charles Cavell.
Attachments:
1. Exhibit A - Oakland Together Attainable Housing Trust Fund
2, ARPA Programs - Exhibit B_Shelter Capacity Fund
3. ARPA Programs - Exhibit C_Roofs, Ramps, & Repair Program
b. Board of Commissioners - Resolution Recognizing February 2022 as
Oxford Strong Month
Michael Spisz moved to adopt the attached Resolution: Recognizing February
2022 as Oxford Strong Month. Seconded by Michael Gingell.
Motion Passed.
Vote Summary (20-0-0)
Yes: David Woodward, Michael Gingell, Michael Spisz, Karen Joliat, Kristen
Nelson, Eileen Kowall, Christine Long, Philip Weipert, Gwen Markham, Angela
Powell, Thomas Kuhn, Charles Moss, Marcia Gershenson, William Miller III,
Yolanda Smith Charles, Charles Cavell, Penny Luebs, Janet Jackson, Gary
McGillivray, Robert Hoffman
No: None
Abstain: None
MISCELLANEOUS RESOLUTION #22-036
Sponsored By: Michael Spisz, Marcia Gershenson, David Woodward, Michael
Gingell, Charles Cavell, Eileen Kowall, Yolanda Smith Charles, William Miller 111,
Charles Moss, Karen Joliat, Thomas Kuhn, Janet Jackson, Jawun Nelson,
Adam Kochenderfer. Philip Weipert, Penny Luebs, Gary McGillivray, Kristen
Nelson, Christine Long, Gwen Markham
IN RE: Recognizing February 2022 as Oxford Strong Month
WHEREAS on November 30, 2021, Oxford High School was gripped by tragedy
after 4 students lost their lives in a school shooting: and
WHEREAS this tragedy was felt throughout the community and across the
State and country, bringing communities together; and
WHEREAS it is critical in time of a tragedy to ensure that victims feel connected
to their communities in the aftermath of mass violence and that they have
ongoing support available to them; and
WHEREAS following this tragedy, the phrase "Oxford Strong" was adopted;
and
WHEREAS the goal of "Oxford Strong" is to help the community heal together,
rebuild and enhance their social connections and community support; and
WHEREAS in an effort of continued support, February 2022 has been declared
"Oxford Strong Month" by the Michigan High School Athletic Association
(MHSAA); and
WHEREAS the "Oxford Strong" slogan has been a phrase that many have used
to rally in support of those impacted by the tragic Oxford High School shooting,
including students, families, teachers, first responders, medical personnel, and
the community as a whole; and
WHEREAS communities across the state are encouraged to show their support
at "Oxford Strong" sporting events during the month of February.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Oakland County Board of
Commissioners supports this show of unity for the students, families, teachers,
and communities affected by the Oxford High School tragedy and hereby
recognizes February 2022 as Oxford Strong Month.
Vote Summary (20-0-0)
Yes: David Woodward, Michael Gingell, Michael Spisz, Karen Joliat, Kristen
Nelson, Eileen Kowa[], Christine Long, Philip Weipert, Gwen Markham, Angela
Powell, Thomas Kuhn, Charles Moss, Marcia Gershenson, William Miller III,
Yolanda Smith Charles, Charles Cavell, Penny Luebs, Janet Jackson, Gary
McGillivray, Robert Hoffman
No: None
Abstain: None
C. Board of Commissioners - Resolution Re -Establishing the Oakland
County Native Plants Initiative
The Chairperson referred the following resolution to the Legislature and
Government Operations Committee. There were no objections.
MISCELLANEOUS RESOLUTION #22-037
Sponsored By: Kristen Nelson, Gwen Markham, Penny Luebs
IN RE: Re -Establishing the Oakland County Native Plants Initiative
WHEREAS restoring native plant habitat is vital to preserving biodiversity
because native plants are the key elements for ecosystem restoration; and
WHEREAS the 2020 Oakland County Native Plants Initiative was established
through Miscellaneous Resolution #20191 and appropriated $32,000 to bring
awareness to how vital and beneficial native plants are to our ecosystem; and
WHEREAS on October 16, 2020, in partnership with Oakland County Parks and
Recreation, the Native Plants Initiative hosted the "Native Plant Scatter and
Grow" event at the Oakland County Farmers Market, where approximately 84
kits were distributed to residents throughout Oakland County; and
WHEREAS after the success of the 2020 event, the Native Plants Initiative was
Re -Established for the spring of 2021, in partnership with Oakland County
Parks and Recreation, through MR #21053, and 702 kits were distributed at the
Oakland County Farmers Market and Red Oaks County Park; and
WHEREAS to build on the success of the Native Plants Initiative, $50,000 is
proposed for the Native Plants Initiative for 2022 to continue restoring native
plant habitats throughout Oakland County; and
WHEREAS the Native Plants Initiative will continue to be planned and executed
in partnership with Oakland County Parks and Recreation; and
WHEREAS the purpose of this program is to bring awareness to Oakland
County residents of the vital importance and benefit of native plants to our
ecosystem and to increase the number of native plants throughout the County
through the help of its residents.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Oakland County Board of
Commissioners hereby authorizes the re-establishment of the Oakland County
Native Plants Initiative program for 2022 from Board of Commissioner's to
Parks and Recreation to continue to manage and bring awareness to Oakland
County residents on the benefits of native plants to Oakland County and its
local ecology, including in the fight against invasive species.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED the Native Plants Initiative will continue to be
planned and executed in partnership with Oakland County Parks and
Recreation.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Legislative Affairs and Government
Operations Committee will be the oversight body for this Initiative with a final
report being submitted at the conclusion of the program.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Oakland County Board of
Commissioners authorizes one-time funding not to exceed $50,000.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the FY 2022 budget shall be amended as
reflected in the attached Schedule A — Budget Amendment.
Chairperson, the following Commissioners are sponsoring the foregoing
Resolution: Kristen Nelson.
Attachment:
1. Schedule A - Budget Amendment - Native Plant Sale
21. Announcements
22. Public Comment (three minutes max per speaker, any topic)
The following people addressed the Board during Public Comment #2: Nicolas
Skrzypczak, Sandra Carolan and Mark Forshee.
23. Adjournment to February 24, 2022 or the Call of the Chair
The meeting adjourned at 07:13 PM.