HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - 2012.04.12 - 36623TOM MIDDLETON
Chairperson
SHELLEY TAUB
Vice Chairperson
DAVID WOODWARD
Minority Vice Chairperson April 12, 2012
Chairperson Middleton called the meeting of the Finance Committee to order at 9:00 a.m. in the Board
of Commissioners' Auditorium of the Commissioners' Auditorium Wing, County Service Center in
Pontiac, Michigan.
COMMITTEE MEMBERS PRESENT
Tom Middleton, Shelley Taub, David Woodward, Christine Long, David Potts, Jim Runestad,
Bill Dwyer, Helaine Zack, Tim Greimel
COMMITTEE MEMBERS ABSENT WITH NOTICE:
Kathy Crawford, Nancy Quarles
OTHERS PRESENT
EXECUTIVE OFFICE Bob Daddow, Deputy Executive
FACILITIES MANAGEMENT Art Holdsworth, Director
Mike Hughson, Property Specialist
HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES George Miller, Director
HOMELAND SECURITY Ted Quisenberry, Manager
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY Pat Coates, Administrator
MANAGEMENT & BUDGET Laurie Van Pelt, Director
EQUALIZATION Dave Hieber, Manager
FISCAL SERVICES Tim Soave, Manager
Lynn Sonkiss, Chief
Leo Lease, Analyst
Prentiss Malone, Analyst
Antonio Pisacreta, Analyst
SHERIFF Mike McCabe, Undersheriff
Dale Cunningham, Business Manager
YOUTH IN GOVERNMENT DAY (see attached list)
PARTICIPANTS
WATER RESOURCES COMMISSIONER Joe Colaianne, Insurance Administrator
Steve Korth,
CITY OF AUBURN HILLS Doreen Olko, Police Chief
PLANTE & MORAN, PLLC Beth Bailey
William Brickey
Timothy St. Andrew
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Jim Ver Ploeg, Administrative Director
Harvey Wedell, Sr. Analyst
Helen Hanger, Sr. Committee Coordinator
OAKLAND COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
1200 N. TELEGRAPH ROAD, PONTIAC, MI 48341-0475
Telephone (248) 858 -0100 FAX (248) 858-1572
FINANCE COMMITTEE
Christine Long
David Potts
Jim Runestad
Kathy Crawford
Bill Dwyer
Helaine Zack
Tim Greimel
Nancy Quarles
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PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Chairperson Middleton led the Pledge of Allegiance.
Commissioner Middleton welcomed students and faculty from around the county who were participating
in today’s Youth In Government activities.
APPROVAL OF THE PREVIOUS MINUTES
Taub moved approval of the previous minutes o f March 15, 2012 as printed. Supported by
Zack.
Motion carried on a voice vote.
AGENDA
The agenda stood as printed.
PUBLIC COMMENT
Commissioner Long read into the minutes a proclamation recognizing Student Government Day in Oakland
County and its participants.
FY 2012 CONTINGENCY REPORT
The Fiscal Year (FY) 2012 Contingency Fund balance of $319,745 will remain unchanged by today’s
actions.
Dwyer moved to receive and file the FY 2012 Contingency Report dated April 4, 2012. Supported
by Runestad.
Motion carried on a voice vote.
CONSENT AGENDA
1a. MR #12066 – SHERIFF’S OFFICE – MARINE PATROL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH THE
TOWNSHIP OF ADDISON - 2012
The Sheriff is requesting authorization to contract with the Township of Addison to provide marine patrol
services for the period of May 21, 2012 through September 30, 2012 at rates outlined in Attachment A to
the resolution. The rates for 2012 have increased by $0.19 per hour from $31.18 to $31.37 (marine deputy
with boat). At the request of the Township one Ge neral Fund/General Purpose part -time non -eligible 125
hours/year Marine Safety Deputy I position will continue. The Second Quarter Forecast will amend the FY
2012 Budget based on projected usage and to reflect the rate increase. The FY 2013 -FY 2015 County
Executive Recommended Budget will include an adjustment for this contract.
1b. MR #12067 – SHERIFF’S OFFICE – MARINE PATROL SERVICES AGREEMENT IN THE
CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF COMMERCE - 2012
The Sheriff is requesting authorization to contract with the Cha rter Township of Commerce to provide
marine patrol services for the period of May 21, 2012 through September 30, 2012 at rates outlined in
Attachment A to the resolution. The rates for 2012 have increased by $0.19 per hour from $31.18 to
$31.37 (marine deputy with boat). At the request of the Township one General Fund/General Purpose part-
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time non -eligible 250 hours/year Marine Safety Deputy I position will continue. The Second Quarter
Forecast will amend the FY 2012 Budget based on projected usage and t o reflect the rate increase. The
FY 2013-FY 2015 County Executive Recommended Budget will include an adjustment for this contract.
1c. MR #12068 – SHERIFF’S OFFICE – MARINE PATROL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH THE
TOWNSHIP OF HIGHLAND - 2012
The Sheriff is requesting authorization to contract with the Township of Addison to provide marine patrol
services for the period of May 21, 2012 through September 30, 2012 at rates outlined in Attachment A to
the resolution. The rates for 2012 have increased by $0.19 per hour from $31.18 to $31.37 (marine deputy
with boat). At the request of the Township one General Fund/General Purpose part -time non -eligible 250
hours/year Marine Safety Deputy I position will continue. The Second Quarter Forecast will amend the FY
2012 Budget based on projected usage and to reflect the rate increase. The FY 2013 -FY 2015 County
Executive Recommended Budget will include an adjustment for this contract.
1d. MR #12069 – SHERIFF’S OFFICE – MARINE PATROL SERVICES AGREEMENT IN THE
CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF INDEPENDENCE - 2012
The Sheriff is requesting authorization to contract with the Charter Township of Independence to provide
marine patrol services for the period of May 21, 2012 through September 30, 2012 at rates outlined in
Attachment A to the resolution. The rates for 2012 have increased by $0.19 per hour from $31.18 to
$31.37 (marine deputy with boat). At the request of the Township one General Fund/General Purpose part-
time non -eligible 125 hours/year Marine Safety Deputy I position wi ll continue. The Second Quarter
Forecast will amend the FY 2012 Budget based on projected usage and to reflect the rate increase. The
FY 2013-FY 2015 County Executive Recommended Budget will include an adjustment for this contract.
1e. MR #12070 – SHERIFF’S OFFICE – MARINE PATROL SERVICES AGREEMENT IN THE CITY
OF ORCHARD LAKE VILLAGE - 2012
The Sheriff is requesting authorization to contract with the City of Orchard Lake Village to provide marine
patrol services for the period of May 21, 2012 through Se ptember 30, 2012 at rates outlined in Attachment
A to the resolution. The rates for 2012 have increased by $0.19 per hour from $31.18 to $31.37 (marine
deputy with boat). At the request of the City one General Fund/General Purpose part -time non-eligible 250
hours/year Marine Safety Deputy I position will continue. The Second Quarter Forecast will amend the FY
2012 Budget based on projected usage and to reflect the rate increase. The FY 2013 -FY 2015 County
Executive Recommended Budget will include an adju stment for this contract.
1f. MR #12071 – SHERIFF’S OFFICE – MARINE PATROL SERVICES AGREEMENT IN THE CHARTER
TOWNSHIP OF ORION - 2012
The Sheriff is requesting authorization to contract with the Charter Township of Orion to provide marine
patrol services for the period of May 21, 2012 through September 30, 2012 at rates outlined in Attachment
A to the resolution. The rates for 2012 have increased by $0.19 per hour from $31.18 to $31.37 (marine
deputy with boat). At the request of the Township one Gener al Fund/General Purpose part-time non-
eligible 640 hours/year Marine Safety Deputy I position will continue. The Second Quarter Forecast will
amend the FY 2012 Budget based on projected usage and to reflect the rate increase. The FY 2013 -FY
2015 County Ex ecutive Recommended Budget will include an adjustment for this contract.
1g. MR #12072 – SHERIFF’S OFFICE – MARINE PATROL SERVICES AGREEMENT IN THE
CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF WEST BLOOMFIELD- 2012
The Sheriff is requesting authorization to contract with the Ch arter Township of West Bloomfield to provide
marine patrol services for the period of May 21, 2012 through September 30, 2012 at rates outlined in
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Attachment A to the resolution. The rates for 2012 have increased by $0.19 per hour from $31.18 to
$31.37 (marine deputy with boat). At the request of the Township two General Fund/General Purpose part-
time non-eligible 1,700 hours/year Marine Safety Deputy I position s will continue. The Second Quarter
Forecast will amend the FY 2012 Budget based on projected u sage and to reflect the rate increase. The
FY 2013-FY 2015 County Executive Recommended Budget will include an adjustment for this contract.
1h . MR #12073 – SHERIFF’S OFFICE – MARINE PATROL SERVICES AGREEMENT IN THE
CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF WHITE LAKE - 2012
The Sheriff is requesting authorization to contract with the Charter Township of White Lake to provide
marine patrol services for the period of May 21, 2012 through September 30, 2012 at rates outlined in
Attachment A to the resolution. The rates for 20 12 have increased by $0.19 per hour from $31.18 to
$31.37 (marine deputy with boat). At the request of the Township one General Fund/General Purpose part -
time non -eligible 250 hours/year Marine Safety Deputy I position will continue. The Second Quarter
Forecast will amend the FY 2012 Budget based on projected usage and to reflect the rate increase. The
FY 2013-FY 2015 County Executive Recommended Budget will include an adjustment for this contract.
1i. MR #12074 – SHERIFF’S OFFICE – MARINE PATROL SERVICES AGREEMENT IN THE CHARTER
TOWNSHIP OF WATERFORD- 2012
The Sheriff is requesting authorization to contract with the Charter Township of Waterford to provide marine
patrol services for the period of May 21, 2012 through September 30, 2012 at rates outline d in Attachment
A to the resolution. The rates for 2012 have increased by $0.19 per hour from $31.18 to $31.37 (marine
deputy with boat). The Township is requesting creation of one General Fund/General Purpose part -time
non-eligible 250 hours/year Marine Safety Deputy I position. The FY 2012 Budget will be amended as
outlined in the Fiscal Note. The FY 2013-FY 2015 County Executive Recommended Budget will include an
adjustment for this contract.
2. MR #12076 – BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS – TRI-PARTY ROAD IM PROVEMENT PROGRAM
FISCAL YEAR 2012 APPROPRIATION – CITY OF BLOOMFIELD HILLS – LONG LAKE ROAD AT
EPPING LANE – PROJECT NO. 51221
Introduced by Commissioner Potts, the resolution approves the project submitted by the City of Bloomfield
Hills as eligible for Tri-Party Road Improvement Program funding and authorizes the release of the
County’s one -third share of funding from the General Fund Designated Fund Balance. The program
consists of paved approach improvements on Long Lake Road at Epping Lane. A copy of the Cost
Participation Agreement between the Road Commission for Oakland County and the City is included. A
budget amendment of $10,000 will be made as outlined in the Fiscal Note.
Long moved to recommend approval of the attached suggested Fiscal Not es. Supported by
Runestad.
Motion carried unanimously on a roll call vote with Crawford and Quarles absent.
REGULAR AGENDA
3. FY 2011 AUDIT PRESENTATION OF OAKLAND COUNTY FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE
YEAR ENDED SEPTEMBER 30, 2011
Ms. Bailey introduced herself and members of the audit team.
Mr. Buckley reported that several weeks ago a letter going into greater detail was sent to all commissioners
regarding the audit. The audit report s an unqualified opinion, the highest achievable, has again been
received by Oakland County. Two documents were distributed to the Finance Committee, one containing
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graphics and the other containing a presentation outline on the report. The independent auditors’ report is
included in the County’s Comprehensive Ann ual Financial Report (CAFR) and relays the auditors’ main
deliverable, indicating that everything is in compliance. The auditors are required to communicate with the
individuals charged with governance and so report annually to the Board of Commissioners’ Finance
Committee. The Report dated March 20, 2012 to the Finance Committee outlines key aspects of the audit,
explaining that the auditors use the County’s internal controls to determine procedures and review
methodologies for coming up with estimates for sensitive funds. The most sensitive estimates affecting the
financial statements include unbilled water and sewer fees, liabilities for accrued workers’ compensation
claims, general liability claims and judgments, incurred but not reported health costs , unbilled legal fees,
property tax refunds and retiree health care. The audit of federal grants is ongoing and will be delivered on
the required due date June 30. Adoption of GASB 54 required that certain Special Revenue funds were
rolled into and reported within the General Fund and fund balance classifications in the governmental fund
financial statements were changed to reflect the required five new classifications .
Mr. Buckley explained that the area of property taxes looked very different than it did five years ago.
Equalization has done a good job in mapping out and coming up with a delinquent percentage of taxes.
Data from the last several years can be used along with what is currently outstanding to project this figure.
Previously there was no need to report anything but the economy has changed that.
Mr. Soave stated that if the committee wished to go through the CAFR in depth at another meeting or had
individual questions to contact him or call the auditors.
Taub moved to receive and file the reports of the auditors . Supported by Runestad.
Motion carried unanimously on a voice vote.
4. ESTABLISHMENT OF OAKLAND COUNTY 9 -1-1 CHARGE RATE (FORMERLY TELEPHONE
SURCHARGE) RATE FOR THE PERIOD JULY 1, 2012 TO JUNE 30, 2013
The resolution would authorize extension of the County 9 -1-1 charge on billable devices, as defined by
State statute, for the period of July 1, 2012 through June 30, 2013 to cover operations, construction and
necessary provisions of the Radio Communications Fund at a rate of $.20 per billable device. The previous
rate for July 1, 2011 through June 30, 2012 was $.23 and the originating surcharge was $.57 per wireline
under MR #99279 . The County 9-1-1 charge revenue anticipated through September 30, 2014 was
developed based on the $.23 rate and so will be reduced. A budget amendment to the Radio
Communications Fund for FY 2012 -2014 will be made to reflect the decrease as outlined in the resolution.
Mr. Daddow explained that the reduction in the charge would result in an annua l estimated savings to
taxpayers of $531,000. The original legislation was based on wirelines, was re-written to include wireless,
and amended in 2008 to “billable devices” to include cell phones. The system has been fully operational
for over a year, providing the Administration with estimates to project ongoing costs. Work to improve
coverage by addressing communication “holes” is diminishing with about 12 or so to deal with but will
continue as needed. Individual projects built into estimates includ e funding of depreciation, equipment
replacement and rewriting computer aided dispatch software . In May the City of Warren will go online and
include 300 officers. The initial surcharge of $.57 was to construct the system and the second piece was to
move to operating status. The Administration is looking to reduce the fee again by1% next year and
another one 1% the following year .
Dywer moved approval of the attached suggested Resolution. Supported by Zack.
Motion carried unanimously on a roll call vote with Crawford and Quarles absent.
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5. MR #12064 – SHERIFF’S OFFICE – CONTRACT FOR AUXILIARY DEPUTY SERVICES IN THE
CITY OF ORCHARD LAKE 2012
The Sheriff is requesting authorization to contract with the City of Orchard Lake Village to provide auxi liary
deputy services for the period April 1, 2012 through December 31, 2012, for special events, including the
St. Mary’s Festival. Services will be provided on an overtime basis and require continuation of one General
Fund/General Purpose part-time, non-eligible 240 hours/year Mounted Deputy position. No budget
amendment is required.
Taub moved approval of the attached suggested Fiscal Note. Supported by Runestad.
Motion carried unanimously on a roll call vote with Crawford and Quarles absent.
6. MR #12065 – SHERIFF’S OFFICE – PAINT CREEK TRAILWAYS CONTRACT FOR LAW
ENFORCEMENT SERVICES FOR THE 2012, 2013 AND 2014 SEASONS
The Sheriff is requesting au thorization to contract with Paint Creek Trailways to provide Law Enforcement
Mounted Patrol Servic es for the 2012, 2013 and 2014 seasons . Two GF/GP PTNE Mounted Deputy
positions at 1,150 hours/year and one GF/GP PTNE Mounted Deputy position at 1,200 hours/year will be
continued. Rates are consistent with rates established by MR #11244 for Parks and R ecreation Contracts.
Revenue and expenditures for this contract are included in the FY 2012 Budget and will be included in the
County Executive Recommended Budget for FY 2013 -2015. No budget amendment is necessary.
Dwyer moved approval of the attached suggested Fiscal Note. Supported by Long.
Motion carried unanimously on a roll call vote with Crawford and Quarles absent.
7. MR #12063 – DEPARTMENT OF FACILITIES MANAGEMENT/SHERIFF’S OFFICE – APPROVAL
AND ACCEPTANCE OF LEASE AGREEMENT WITH AERODYNAMICS INCORPORATED FOR USE OF
HANGAR SPACE FOR STORAGE OF HELICOPTERS AT 6544 HIGHLAND ROAD, WATERFORD,
MICHIGAN
On behalf of the Sheriff, Facilities Management is recommending a lease agreement with Aerodynamics
Corporation for storage of two helicopters, fuel, equipment and office space for aviation staff. The lease will
be effective May 1, 2012 for a period of three years at a rate of $425.00 per month per helicopter or
$10,200 per year. The County will also have the option to extend the initial term of the lease an additional
three years at the rate of $475.00 per month per helicopter. The agreement also provides the option to
purchase fuel but does not include the cost of fuel for the helicopters. Funding is included in the FY 2012 -
2014 budget. Line item budgets for Rent and Gasoline expense will be reviewed and adjusted during the
FY 2013-2015 budget process. No budget amendment is recommended at this time.
Mr. Hughson explained that the Request for Proposal process resulted in 3 responses from han gar
providers. Aerodynamics bid was 50% lower than next lowest bidder. The County has had a good
relationship with this vendor.
Taub moved approval of the attached suggested Fiscal Note. Supported by Runestad.
Motion carried unanimously on a roll call vote with Crawford and Quarles absent.
8. DEPARTMENT OF MANAGEMENT AND BUDGET – 2012 EQUALIZATION REPORT
The resolution adopts the 2012 equalization, authorizes its certification by the Chairperson of the Board of
Commissioners and directs that it be entered on the County records and delivered to the appropriate
township or city official. The recommended 2012 total E qualized Valuation for Oakland County is
$50,839,024,966, a 3.08% decrease from the previous year; the Taxable Value is $49,235,953,993, a
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3.08% decrease from the previous year . A copy of the 201 2 Equalization Report is attached to the
resolution, placed on file and made available through Management and Budget/Equalization.
Mr. Heiber reported that he has not yet seen them but legislat ion have been introduced in Lansing
regarding personal property taxes, to exempt the first $40,000 and phase out the tax over time on
equipment.
He explained that local assessors determine whether property should remain agricultural or residential
which greatly depends on whether the land is being farmed.
Taub moved approval of the attached suggested Resolution. Supported by Potts.
Motion carried unanimously on a roll call vote with Crawford and Quarles absent.
9. MR #12062 – WATER RESOURCES COMMIS SIONER – REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES CONTRACT WITH BEN LEWIS, P.E. FORMER COUNTY EMPLOYEE
The Water Resources Commissioner is requesting authorization to enter into a professional services
contract with former employee Ben Lewis to prov ide professional engineering services related to review
and development of enhancements for major maintenance and capital improvements of water systems,
sewage systems and drainage districts. The contract period is April, 2012 through April 2014 in a not to
exceed amount of $294,500. The contract will be paid for through system reserves. A budget amendment
will be made as outlined in the Fiscal Note.
Mr. Colaianne provided information on the scoring resulting from the Request For Quotation (RFQ). WRC
senior engineering staff is assigned to the Oakland -Macomb interceptor project for the next several years
and there is a need to provide additional engineering services beyond the ability of remaining staff. Nine
responses to the RFQ were received and eval uated with Mr. Lewis receiving top ranking. MR #93300
requires that a formal professional services contract be had with former employees. Mr. Lewis worked for
the WRC from 1994 – 2000 and has extensive expertise in civil engineering. Rates with seven similar
engineering contracts currently with the WRC compared to those submitted through this RFQ show a 30%.
Cost savings.
Taub moved approval of the attached suggested Fiscal Note. Supported by Potts
Motion carried unanimously on a roll call vote with Crawford and Quarles absent.
10. HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES – HOMELAND SECURITY DIVISION – 2011-2012
HAZARDOUS MATERIALS EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS GRANT AGREEMENT
Homeland Security is requesting authorization to accept a $13,010 Hazardous Materials Emerge ncy
Preparedness Grant award from the Michigan Department of State Police, Emergency Management and
Homeland Security Division. The grant requires a 20% match of $3,253 for a total of $16,263. Funds will
be used by the Oakland County Local Emergency Plan ning Committee to enhance hazardous material
response planning. The 20% local match will be in -kind PTNE staff salary to support the LEPC planning
efforts. The FY 2012 budget includes costs associated with the program, therefore, no budget amendment
is recommended.
Dwyer moved to recommend approval of the attached suggested Fiscal Note. Supported by
Woodward.
Motion carried unanimously on a roll call vote with Crawford and Quarles absent.
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11. FACILITIES MANAGEMENT/FACILITIES PLANNING & ENGINEERIN G – 2012 ROOF
REPLACEMENT PROGRAM – ANIMAL CARE CENTER
Facilities Management is requesting authorization to transfer funding of $120,000 from the Capital
Improvement Program Building Fund to the Project Work Order Fund for the 2012 Roof Replacement
Program – Animal Care Center Project. Four bids were received and reviewed and the lowest responsible
bidder is Butcher & Butcher Construction of Rochester Hills in the amount of $97,116, including the bond
after acceptance of a deduct alternate. Total project costs of $120,000 including the award of contract,
lightning protection of $11,000 and contingency of $11,884. A budget amendment will be made as outlined
in the Resolution.
Zack moved to recommend approval of the attached suggested Resolution. Support ed by Taub.
Motion carried unanimously on a roll call vote with Crawford and Quarles absent.
12. DEPARTMENT OF FACILITIES MANAGEMENT – 2012 BIO -BASED PRODUCT
REIMBURSEMENT PROGRAM – GRANT ACCEPTANCE
Facilities Management is requesting authorization to accept an award to receive samples of soy -based
cleaning products valued up to $962.50 from the Clean Energy Coalition (CEC) of Ann Arbor, Michigan as
part of the Bio-Based Product Reimbursement Program funded by the United Soybean Board. The award
is part of a program to improve availability and use of bio -based products by providing sample materials to
municipalities for use in operations. The grant period is for one year beginning April, 2012. There is no
county match and no requirement to continue u se of the products after testing. No budget amendment is
required.
Commissioner Zack asked for feedback on this program.
Mr. Holdsworth explained that they would be providing feedback to the CEC by September so he would
share this information with the Committee. He indicated that they so far had selected about $600 worth of
products.
Commissioner Taub explained to the students that the County has a grant procedure that must be followed
regardless of the size of the award.
Taub moved to recommend app roval of the attached suggested Fiscal Note. Supported by
Runestad
Motion carried unanimously on a roll call vote with Crawford and Quarles absent.
12. DEPARTMENT OF MANAGEMENT AND BUDGET – FISCAL YEAR 2012 FIRST QUARTER
FINANCIAL REPORT AND BUDGET AMENDMENTS
The resolution would accept the Fiscal Year 2012 First Quarter Financial Report and transfer $1.5 million in
FY 2013 and $3.0 million in FY 2014 from the General Fund Assigned Fund Balance for Technology
Replacement/Hardware to the Information Te chnology Fund to support equipment replacement,
appropriate $41,518 from the FY 2012 Assigned Fund Balance for Tri -Party Road Improvement Projects for
projects as identified, write-off uncollectible debts as recommended by the Department of Management and
Budget an detailed in the schedules and make FY 2012 budget amendments as outlined in the resolution
and schedules A and B.
Mr. Soave explained that the fiscal year-end forecasted favorability of $9 .5 mi ’llion consisted of reduced
revenue received of 0.8 9% less than budgeted and expenditures of 3.13% less than budgeted. The
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Administration is in negotiation on the lease for the 52 -1 Court in Novi and is considering other options as
well. This is a 5-year lease with 3 years remaining. The Motor Pool rate structure was adjusted several
years ago for fuel and depreciation. As a result funds transferred from the General Fund to the Motor Pool
previously for vehicle replacements are being returned.
Ms. Van Pelt explained that a memo went out to encourage use of the Motor Pool rather than use of
personal mileage which is actually more expensive.
For the benefit of student government participants, Commissioner Runestad explained that last year one of
the agencies that determines the county’s bond rating sta ted that Oakland County was the best run county
in the nation and recognized Mr. Soave, Ms. Van Pelt, etc . He explained that Oakland County is the only
County that uses a 3 -year budget which is continually modified and is one of the few that has funded its
retirement and pension obligations.
Taub moved to recommend approval of the attached suggested Resolution. Supported by
Runestad
Motion carried unanimously on a roll call vote with Crawford and Quarles absent.
COMMUNICATIONS
A. Notice of Public Hearing on 03/19/12 RE: Request for New Industrial Facilities Exemption
Certificate for Teijin Advanced Composites America, Inc for Facility Located at 1200 Harmon
Road, Auburn Hills, Michigan 48326
B. Oakland County Road Commission – Tri-Party Program Distribution Formula for Funding for
Road Improvement Projects
C. Prosecuting Attorney – FY 2013 Prosecutor’s Victim Advocacy Program Grant Application
Runestad moved to receive and file the communications. Supported by Woodward.
Motion carried on a voice vote.
OTHER BUSINESS/ADJOURNMENT
Commissioner Runestad explained to the audience that although this meeting went rather quickly many of
these issues can be frequently debated for an extended period of time.
Chairperson Middleton explained that many of these items had been through other committees and that
once they make it through Finance they are sent to the Board of Commissioners for a final vote.
There being no other business to come before the committe e, the meeting was adjourned at 10:05 a.m.
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Helen A. Hanger Jim Ver Ploeg
Senior Committee Coordinator Administrator Director
NOTE: The foregoing minutes are subject to Committee approval.