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1200 N. Telegraph Road, Bldg. 12 East, Pontiac, MI 48341
Board of Commissioners
David T. Woodward
February 16, 2023 at 7:52 PM
MINUTES
1. Call Meeting to Order
Chair David T. Woodward called the meeting of the Board of Commissioners to order
at 06:17 PM in the Commissioners' Auditorium, 1200 N. Telegraph Road,
12E, Pontiac MI 48341.
2. Roll Call
MEMBERS PRESENT: Karen Joliat, Robert Hoffman, Gwen Markham, Philip Weipert,
Kristen Nelson, Michael Gingell, Ajay Raman, Gary McGillivray, Charles Cavell,
Yolanda Smith Charles, Janet Jackson, Penny Luebs, Marcia Gershenson, David
Woodward, William Miller III, Angela Powell, Michael Spisz (17)
MEMBERS ABSENT WITH NOTICE: Christine Long, Brendan Johnson (2)
3. Invocation - Marcia Gershenson
4. Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag
5. Approval of Minutes
a. Clerk/Register of Deeds - Minutes dated January 26, 2023
Resolution #2023-2592 _
Michael Gingell moved approval of the Minutes dated January 26, 2023, as
presented. Seconded by Gwen Markham.
Motion Passed.
Vote Summary (17-0-0)
Yes: David Woodward, Michael Spisz, Michael Gingell, Penny Luebs, Karen
Joliat, Kristen Nelson, Robert Hoffman, Philip Weipert, Gwen Markham, Angela
Powell, Marcia Gershenson, Janet Jackson, Gary McGillivray, William Miller III,
Yolanda Smith Charles, Charles Cavell, Ajay Raman
No: None
Abstain: None
6. Approval of Agenda
Penny Luebs moved approval of the agenda, as presented. Seconded by Gary
McGillivray.
Motion Passed.
Vote Summary (17-0-0)
Yes: David Woodward, Michael Spisz, Michael Gingell, Penny Luebs, Karen Joliat,
Kristen Nelson, Robert Hoffman, Philip Weipert, Gwen Markham, Angela Powell,
Marcia Gershenson, Janet Jackson, Gary McGillivray, William Miller III, Yolanda Smith
Charles, Charles Cavell, Ajay Raman
No: None
Abstain: None
7. Communications
a. Board of Commissioners - Proclamation - Earl Burton
Resolution #2023-2504 _
Chair David Woodward addressed the Board to introduce Commissioner Cavell.
Commissioner Cavell addressed the Board to present a proclamation honoring
the life and contributions of Earl Burton. Although Mr. Burton spent much of his
adult life in prison, he dedicated himself to fighting for the rights of those
incarcerated.
b. Board of Commissioners - Presentation - Black Excellence Awards
Resolution #2022-2441 _
Commissioners Powell, Jackson, Markham, Gershenson, Smith Charles, and
Raman addressed the Board to present the 2023 Black Excellence Awards to
the following recipients:
Tameka Ramsey
Ebony Bagley
Tiffany Cartwright
Brigitte Hall
Tia Marie Sanders
c. Board of Commissioners - Presentation - Oakland Community Health
Network Update
Resolution #2022-2437 _
Chair David Woodward addressed the Board to introduce Dana Lasenby, CEO,
Oakland Community Health Network.
Dana Lasenby, CEO, Oakland Community Health Network, addressed the
Board to give a presentation entitled: Oakland Community Health Update.
d. Board of Commissioners - CE Appointment - M. Tariq, Deputy Executive I
Resolution #2023-2636 _
Fred Miller, Deputy Oakland County Clerk/Register of Deeds addressed the
Board to read a communication from David Coulter, Oakland County Executive,
appointing Madiha Tariq as Deputy Executive I, effective February 13, 2023
e. Board of Commissioners - CE Appointments - Oakland County Brownfield
Redevelopment Authority Board of Directors - D. Woodward, M. Spisz, A.
Jamieson, B. Rasegan, G. Trigger, P. Webster
Resolution #2023-2595 _
Fred Miller, Deputy Oakland County Clerk/Register of Deeds addressed the
Board to read a communication from David Coulter, Oakland County Executive,
reappointing the following to the Oakland County Brownfield Redevelopment
Authority Board of Directors:
1 Year Terms - David Woodward, Michael Spisz
2 Year Term - Anne Jamieson
3 Year Terms - Bret Rasegan, Grant Trigger, Peter Webster
f. Board of Commissioners - Appointments to Tax Increment Financing
District Ad Hoc Review Committee - B. Rasegan, T. Colbeck
Resolution #2023-2654 _
Fred Miller, Deputy Oakland County Clerk/Register of Deeds addressed the
Board to read a communication from Bret Rasegan, Manager, Oakland County
Planning and Local Business Development, appointing himself as
Representative and Tim Colbeck as Alternate Representative to the Tax
Increment Financing District Ad Hoc Review Committee for the 2023-2024 term.
g. Board of Commissioners - Appointment - Healthy Aging Oakland County
Ad Hoc Committee - M. Gershenson
Resolution #2023-2626 _
Fred Miller, Deputy Oakland County Clerk/Register of Deeds addressed the
Board to read a communication from Chair David Woodward appointing
Commissioner Marcia Gershenson to the Healthy Aging Oakland County Ad
Hoc Committee.
h. Board of Commissioners - Grant Exception - EGLE Dam Risk Reduction
Program, FY 2023 Local Law Enforcement Crime Gun Intelligence Center
Integration Initiative, and Pontiac Integrated Urgent Care
Resolution #2023-2627 _
Fred Miller, Deputy Oakland County Clerk/Register of Deeds, addressed the
Board to read a communication from Chair David Woodward notifying the Board
that he has authorized the following grant applications:
Name: EGLE Dam Risk Reduction Program
Department: Parks and Recreation Commission
Amount: $1,000,000
Grant Application Deadline: January 31, 2023
Name: FY 2023 Local Law Enforcement Crime Gun Intelligence Center
Integration Initiative
Department: Sheriff's Office
Amount: $696,303
Grant Application Deadline: February 13, 2023
Name: Pontiac Integrated Urgent Care
Department: Health and Human Services
Amount: $5,000,000
Grant Application Deadline: February 3, 2023
Michael Gingell moved to receive and file Board of Commissioners -
Communications Grant Exception - EGLE Dam Risk Reduction Program,
FY 2023 Local Law Enforcement Crime Gun Intelligence Center Integration
Initiative, and Pontiac Integrated Urgent Care. Seconded by Charles Cavell.
Motion Passed.
Vote Summary (17-0-0)
Yes: David Woodward, Michael Spisz, Michael Gingell, Penny Luebs, Karen
Joliat, Kristen Nelson, Robert Hoffman, Philip Weipert, Gwen Markham, Angela
Powell, Marcia Gershenson, Janet Jackson, Gary McGillivray, William Miller III,
Yolanda Smith Charles, Charles Cavell, Ajay Raman
No: None
Abstain: None
8. Public Comment
The following people addressed the Board during Public Comment #1: Theresa Rich,
Fred Cummins and Robert Pawlowski. Reports of Standing Committees
Consent Agenda
9. Economic Development & Infrastructure Committee – Yolanda Smith Charles
a. Economic Development - Aviation and Transportation - 2022 EGLE Airport
PFAS Grant
Resolution #2022-2405 _ 23-20
MR #23020
Grant Acceptance 2022 EGLE Airport PFAS Grant
Sponsored By: Yolanda Smith Charles
WHEREAS the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy
(EGLE) has awarded the Oakland County Department of Economic
Development/Aviation Division a Grant Contract No. PTK-PFAS 2022 for testing
and sampling of PFAS in the amount of $121,5008; and
WHEREAS the project consists of ongoing monitoring of storm-sewer out-flows
and additional groundwater sampling and monitoring well installation to
delineate Per- and Poly-Fluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) impacts at Oakland
County International Airport; and
WHEREAS the Airport Committee has reviewed the project and recommends
acceptance of the grant contract; and
WHEREAS the target date for project completion is December 31, 2025; and
WHEREAS the total cost of the project is $121,500, with no local match
required; and
WHEREAS the attached contract has completed the Grant Review Process in
accordance with Miscellaneous Resolution #19006.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Oakland County Board of
Commissioners accepts the EGLE Airport PFAS Grant 2022 in an amount not to
exceed $121,500, for a period through December 31, 2025.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the acceptance of this grant does not
obligate the County to any further commitment.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Chairperson of the Oakland County
Board of Commissioners is authorized to execute the grant contract.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED a budget amendment is not required.
Michael Gingell moved to adopt the attached 2022 EGLE Airport PFAS
Grant. Seconded by Penny Luebs.
Motion Passed.
Vote Summary (17-0-0)
Yes: David Woodward, Michael Spisz, Michael Gingell, Penny Luebs, Karen
Joliat, Kristen Nelson, Robert Hoffman, Philip Weipert, Gwen Markham, Angela
Powell, Marcia Gershenson, Janet Jackson, Gary McGillivray, William Miller III,
Yolanda Smith Charles, Charles Cavell, Ajay Raman
No: None
Abstain: None
Attachments:
1. REVISED.EGLEGrant Review SignOff.1.26.23
2. 2022-11-10 EGLE Grant Agreement for Oakland County Intl Airport
b. Water Resources Commissioner - Establishment of Normal Level for Vhay
Lake
Resolution #2023-2506 _ 23-21
MR #23021
Resolution Establishment of Normal Level for Vhay Lake
Sponsored By: Yolanda Smith Charles
WHEREAS Vhay Lake is an inland lake of approximately 14 acres located in
the City of Bloomfield Hills, Oakland County, Michigan; and
WHEREAS the Oakland County Water Resources Commissioner was
presented with a petition from the property owners abutting Vhay Lake
requesting that a normal level be established; and
WHEREAS the procedures for establishing the normal level of an inland lake
and the powers and duties of the delegated county authority are found in Part
307 of Act 451 of the Public Acts of 1994, as amended, MCL 324.30701 et seq.,
("Part 307"); and
WHEREAS the petition alleges that a normal level is necessary to protect the
public health, welfare and safety, preserve the natural resources of the State of
Michigan, and protect the value of properties developed around Vhay Lake; and
WHEREAS Section 30702 of Part 307 (MCL 324.30702) provides that the
County Board of Commissioners shall, within 45 days of receipt of a petition to
establish a normal level of an inland lake, proceed with the necessary steps to
have a normal level of an inland lake determined by a circuit court; and
WHEREAS Part 307 provides that all costs associated with establishing a
normal level shall be assessed as a cost to all benefiting property owners within
a special assessment district to be established for Vhay Lake.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Commissioners
hereby acknowledges receipt of a petition for the establishment of a normal
level for Vhay Lake.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Water Resources Commissioner is
appointed as the delegated authority under Part 307 and is directed to initiate
action to take all necessary steps to cause to be determined the normal level of
Vhay Lake.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that Oakland County’s Corporation Counsel is
authorized to initiate proceedings in the name of the County in the Sixth Judicial
Circuit Court for the County of Oakland for a determination of a "normal" level
for Vhay Lake and consistent with the provisions of Part 307.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that no budget amendment is necessary.
Michael Gingell moved to adopt the attached Establishment of Normal Level
for Vhay Lake. Seconded by Penny Luebs.
Motion Passed.
Vote Summary (17-0-0)
Yes: David Woodward, Michael Spisz, Michael Gingell, Penny Luebs, Karen
Joliat, Kristen Nelson, Robert Hoffman, Philip Weipert, Gwen Markham, Angela
Powell, Marcia Gershenson, Janet Jackson, Gary McGillivray, William Miller III,
Yolanda Smith Charles, Charles Cavell, Ajay Raman
No: None
Abstain: None
Attachments:
1. 2023-02-08 Vhay Lake Memo
2. 2022-10-25_LKL_Vhay_Signatures for lake level BOC
3. 2023-01-12_LKL_Vhay_Lake Petition Signatures Complete
c. Economic Development - Interlocal Agreement Between Western Oakland
Transportation Authority (WOTA) and Oakland County for Local Public
Transportation Services
Resolution #2023-2587 _ 23-22
MR #23022
Interlocal Agreement Interlocal Agreement Between Western Oakland
Transportation Authority (WOTA) and Oakland County for Local Public
Transportation Services
Sponsored By: Yolanda Smith Charles
WHEREAS voters passed the Oakland County Public Transportation Millage in
2022 to be levied at a maximum rate of .95 mills (95 cents per $1,000 in taxable
value) for a period of 10 years extending through 2031 which replaces the local
Oakland County Public Transportation Authority millage; and
WHEREAS an estimated $66,163,000 will be collected in Fiscal Year 2023 that
has been allocated towards supporting and expanding countywide public
transportation services; and
WHEREAS millage funds will be disbursed to support current public
transportation services in Oakland County, to create and extend new routes to
connect local communities, increase hours of operation and frequency of
service, to fund related capital improvements, and improve transit opportunities
for Transportation disadvantaged individuals.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Oakland County Board of
Commissioners hereby approves the attached Interlocal Agreement between
Oakland County and Western Oakland Transportation Authority authorizing an
appropriation in an amount not to exceed $3,418,407 from the Oakland County
Public Transportation Millage.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that WOTA shall be responsible for the
administration of all contractual arrangements necessary to provide transit
services including oversight of contracted work, inspections, enforcement,
resolution of any disputes with contractors and payment to contractors for work
that has been completed and approved in conformance with federal, state, and
local legal requirements, Oakland County policies and procedures, and millage
obligations.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that Oakland County shall have no operational
control over the manner in which WOTA administers or manages the
Transportation Services it provides, and that this Agreement does not, nor is
intended to modify or supersede WOTA’s governing documents in any respect,
particularly with regard to whether and how any new communities serviced
under the Agreement may become WOTA members, nor does the County
assert any legal authority to do so.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Agreement does not, nor is intended to
create in or transfer to the County any ownership or possessory rights of any
kind with regard to any of WOTA’s assets, equipment or property, nor does the
County assert any legal authority to do so.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Oakland County Department of
Economic Development shall serve as the administrator for the interlocal
agreement.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED the Department of Economic Development shall
submit quarterly reports to the Economic Development and Infrastructure
Committee as a communication that includes, ridership, expenses, and other
relevant information associated with the interlocal agreement.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Oakland County Board of
Commissioners authorizes the Chairperson of the Board to execute the
Interlocal Agreement on behalf of Oakland County.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the FY 2023 budget shall be amended as
reflected in the attached Schedule A – Budget Amendment.
Michael Gingell moved to adopt the attached Interlocal Agreement Between
Western Oakland Transportation Authority (WOTA) and Oakland County
for Local Public Transportation Services. Seconded by Penny Luebs.
Motion Passed.
Vote Summary (17-0-0)
Yes: David Woodward, Michael Spisz, Michael Gingell, Penny Luebs, Karen
Joliat, Kristen Nelson, Robert Hoffman, Philip Weipert, Gwen Markham, Angela
Powell, Marcia Gershenson, Janet Jackson, Gary McGillivray, William Miller III,
Yolanda Smith Charles, Charles Cavell, Ajay Raman
No: None
Abstain: None
Attachments:
1. OC_Transit - Interlocal Agreement with WOTA_Sch. A
2. z.WOTA Agreement 2.3.23 FINAL
3. z.WOTA ExhibitA 2.1.23 FINAL
4. z.WOTA ExhibitB 2.1.23 FINAL
5. z.WOTA ExhibitC 2.3.23 FINAL
6. z.WOTA ExhibitD 2.3.23 FINAL
d. Economic Development - Interlocal Agreement Between the Rochester
Hills-Oakland-Rochester Older Persons’ Commission (OPC) and Oakland
County for Local Public Transportation Services
Resolution #2023-2588 _ 23-23
MR #23023
Interlocal Agreement Interlocal Agreement Between the Rochester Hills-
Oakland-Rochester Older Persons’ Commission (OPC) and Oakland
County for Local Public Transportation Services
Sponsored By: Yolanda Smith Charles
WHEREAS voters passed the Oakland County Public Transportation Millage in
2022 to be levied at a maximum rate of .95 mills (95 cents per $1,000 in taxable
value) for a period of 10 years extending through 2031 which replaces the local
Oakland County Public Transportation Authority millage; and
WHEREAS an estimated $66,163,000 will be collected in Fiscal Year 2023 that
has been allocated towards supporting and expanding countywide public
transportation services; and
WHEREAS millage funds will be disbursed to support current public
transportation services in Oakland County, to create and extend new routes to
connect local communities, increase hours of operation and frequency of
service, to fund related capital improvements, and improve transit opportunities
for Transportation disadvantaged individuals.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Oakland County Board of
Commissioners hereby approves the attached Interlocal Agreement between
Oakland County and the Older Persons’ Commission authorizing an
appropriation in an amount not to exceed $1,928,600 from the Oakland County
Public Transportation Millage.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that OPC shall be responsible for the
administration of all contractual arrangements necessary to provide transit
services including oversight of contracted work, inspections, enforcement,
resolution of any disputes with contractors and payment to contractors for work
that has been completed and approved in conformance with federal, state, and
local legal requirements, Oakland County policies and procedures, and millage
obligations.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that Oakland County shall have no operational
control over the manner in which OPC administers or manages the
Transportation Services it provides, and that this Agreement does not, nor is
intended to modify or supersede OPC’s governing documents in any respect,
particularly with regard to whether and how any new communities serviced
under the Agreement may become OPC members, nor does the County assert
any legal authority to do so.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Agreement does not, nor is intended to
create in or transfer to the County any ownership or possessory rights of any
kind with regard to any of OPC’s assets, equipment or property, nor does the
County assert any legal authority to do so.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Oakland County Department of
Economic Development shall serve as the administrator for the interlocal
agreement.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED the Department of Economic Development shall
submit quarterly reports to the Economic Development and Infrastructure
Committee as a communication that includes ridership, expenses, and other
relevant information associated with the interlocal agreement.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Oakland County Board of
Commissioners authorizes the Chairperson of the Board to execute the
Interlocal Agreement on behalf of Oakland County.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the FY 2023 budget shall be amended as
reflected in the attached Schedule A – Budget Amendment.
Michael Gingell moved to adopt the attached Interlocal Agreement Between
the Rochester Hills-Oakland-Rochester Older Persons’ Commission (OPC)
and Oakland County for Local Public Transportation Services. Seconded
by Penny Luebs.
Motion Passed.
Vote Summary (17-0-0)
Yes: David Woodward, Michael Spisz, Michael Gingell, Penny Luebs, Karen
Joliat, Kristen Nelson, Robert Hoffman, Philip Weipert, Gwen Markham, Angela
Powell, Marcia Gershenson, Janet Jackson, Gary McGillivray, William Miller III,
Yolanda Smith Charles, Charles Cavell, Ajay Raman
No: None
Abstain: None
Attachments:
1. OC_Transit - Interlocal Agreement with OPC_Sch. A
2. OPC Agreement 2.3.23 FINAL
3. OPC ExhibitA 2.3.23 FINAL v2
4. OPC ExhibitB 2.3.23 FINAL
5. OPC ExhibitC 2.3.23 FINAL
6. OPC ExhibitD 2.3.23 FINAL
e. Economic Development - Interlocal Agreement Between North Oakland
Transportation Authority (NOTA) and Oakland County for Local Public
Transportation Services
Resolution #2023-2589 _ 23-24
MR #23024
Interlocal Agreement Interlocal Agreement Between North Oakland
Transportation Authority (NOTA) and Oakland County for Local Public
Transportation Services
Sponsored By: Yolanda Smith Charles
WHEREAS voters passed the Oakland County Public Transportation Millage in
2022 to be levied at a maximum rate of .95 mills (95 cents per $1,000 in taxable
value) for a period of 10 years extending through 2031 which replaces the local
Oakland County Public Transportation Authority millage; and
WHEREAS an estimated $66,163,000 will be collected in Fiscal Year 2023 that
has been allocated towards supporting and expanding countywide public
transportation services; and
WHEREAS millage funds will be disbursed to support current public
transportation services in Oakland County, to create and extend new routes to
connect local communities, increase hours of operation and frequency of
service, to fund related capital improvements, and improve transit opportunities
for Transportation disadvantaged individuals.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Oakland County Board of
Commissioners hereby approves the attached Interlocal Agreement between
Oakland County and North Oakland Transportation Authority authorizing an
appropriation in an amount not to exceed $2,847,605 from the Oakland County
Public Transportation Millage.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that NOTA shall be responsible for the
administration of all contractual arrangements necessary to provide transit
services including oversight of contracted work, inspections, enforcement,
resolution of any disputes with contractors and payment to contractors for work
that has been completed and approved in conformance with federal, state, and
local legal requirements, Oakland County policies and procedures, and millage
obligations.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that Oakland County shall have no operational
control over the manner in which NOTA administers or manages the
Transportation Services it provides, and that this Agreement does not, nor is
intended to modify or supersede NOTA’s governing documents in any respect,
particularly with regard to whether and how any new communities serviced
under the Agreement may become NOTA members, nor does the County assert
any legal authority to do so.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Agreement does not, nor is intended to
create in or transfer to the County any ownership or possessory rights of any
kind with regard to any of NOTA’s assets, equipment or property, nor does the
County assert any legal authority to do so.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Oakland County Department of
Economic Development shall serve as the administrator for the interlocal
agreement.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED the Department of Economic Development shall
submit quarterly reports to the Economic Development and Infrastructure
Committee as a communication that includes ridership, expenses, and other
relevant information associated with the interlocal agreement.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Oakland County Board of
Commissioners authorizes the Chairperson of the Board to execute the
Interlocal Agreement on behalf of Oakland County.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the FY 2023 budget shall be amended as
reflected in the attached Schedule A – Budget Amendment.
Michael Gingell moved to adopt the attached Interlocal Agreement Between
North Oakland Transportation Authority (NOTA) and Oakland County for
Local Public Transportation Services. Seconded by Penny Luebs.
Motion Passed.
Vote Summary (17-0-0)
Yes: David Woodward, Michael Spisz, Michael Gingell, Penny Luebs, Karen
Joliat, Kristen Nelson, Robert Hoffman, Philip Weipert, Gwen Markham, Angela
Powell, Marcia Gershenson, Janet Jackson, Gary McGillivray, William Miller III,
Yolanda Smith Charles, Charles Cavell, Ajay Raman
No: None
Abstain: None
Attachments:
1. OC_Transit - Interlocal Agreement with NOTA_Sch. A
2. NOTA Agreement 2.7.23 REVISED v2
3. z.NOTA ExhibitA 2.3.23 FINAL
4. z.NOTA ExhibitB 2.3.23 FINAL
5. z.NOTA ExhibitC 2.3.23 FINAL
6. z.NOTA ExhibitD 2.3.23 FINAL
f. Economic Development - Interlocal Agreement Between Suburban
Mobility Authority for Regional Transportation (SMART) and Oakland
County for Countywide Public Transportation Services
Resolution #2023-2594 _ 23-25
MR #23025
Interlocal Agreement Interlocal Agreement Between Suburban Mobility
Authority for Regional Transportation (SMART) and Oakland County for
Countywide Public Transportation Services
Sponsored By: Yolanda Smith Charles
WHEREAS voters passed the Oakland County Public Transportation Millage in
2022 to be levied at a maximum rate of .95 mills (95 cents per $1,000 in taxable
value) for a period of 10 years extending through 2031 and replaces the local
Oakland County Public Transportation Authority millage; and
WHEREAS an estimated $66,163,000 will be collected in Fiscal Year 2023 that
has been allocated towards supporting and expanding countywide public
transportation services; and
WHEREAS millage funds will be disbursed to support current public
transportation services in Oakland County, create and extend new routes to
connect local communities, increase hours of operation and frequency, fund
related capital improvements, and improve transit opportunities for
Transportation disadvantaged individuals.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Oakland County Board of
Commissioners hereby approves the attached Interlocal Agreement between
Oakland County and Suburban Mobility Authority for Regional Transportation
and authorizes an appropriation in an amount not to exceed $41,700,000 from
the Oakland County Public Transportation Millage.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that SMART shall be responsible for the
administration of all contractual arrangements necessary to provide transit
services including oversight of contracted work, inspections, enforcement,
resolution of any disputes with contractors and payment to contractors for work
that has been completed and approved in conformance with federal, state, and
local legal requirements, Oakland County policies and procedures, and millage
obligations.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Oakland County Department of
Economic Development shall serve as the administrator for the interlocal
agreement.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED the Department of Economic Development shall
submit quarterly reports to the Economic Development and Infrastructure
Committee as a communication that includes ridership, expenses, and other
relevant information associated with the interlocal agreement.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Oakland County Board of
Commissioners authorizes the Chairperson of the Board to execute the
Interlocal Agreement on behalf of Oakland County.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the FY 2023 budget shall be amended as
reflected in the attached Schedule A – Budget Amendment.
Michael Gingell moved to adopt the attached Interlocal Agreement Between
Suburban Mobility Authority for Regional Transportation (SMART) and
Oakland County for Countywide Public Transportation Services. Seconded
by Penny Luebs.
Motion Passed.
Vote Summary (17-0-0)
Yes: David Woodward, Michael Spisz, Michael Gingell, Penny Luebs, Karen
Joliat, Kristen Nelson, Robert Hoffman, Philip Weipert, Gwen Markham, Angela
Powell, Marcia Gershenson, Janet Jackson, Gary McGillivray, William Miller III,
Yolanda Smith Charles, Charles Cavell, Ajay Raman
No: None
Abstain: None
Attachments:
1. OC_Transit - Interlocal Agreement with SMART_Sch. A
2. SMART Agreement 2.4.23 FINAL v2
3. SMART ExhibitA 2.9.23 FINAL
4. SMART ExhibitB 2.4.23 FINAL v2
5. SMART ExhibitC 2.4.23 FINAL
6. SMART ExhibitD 2.4.23 FINAL
7. SMART ExhibitE 2.4.23 FINAL
g. Economic Development - Authorization for the 2023 Interim Local
Transportation Reimbursement Program
Resolution #2023-2590 _ 23-26
MR #23026
Resolution Authorization for the 2023 Interim Local Transportation
Reimbursement Program
Sponsored By: Yolanda Smith Charles
WHEREAS on November 8, 2022, the citizens of Oakland County approved the
transit millage to be levied at a maximum rate of .95 mills for a period of 10
years beginning in 2022 that will generate $66,163,000 in the first year; and
WHEREAS the County recognizes that all communities are not presently served
by SMART, NOTA, WOTA, or OPC and need reliable and dependable public
transportation services to access jobs, health care, community resources,
educational institutions, and recreational opportunities and
WHEREAS Oakland County is committed to offering safe, affordable, and
equitable transportation options for residents and visitors to improve quality of
life, promote vibrant communities, and encourage economic vitality in local
cities, villages and townships; and
WHEREAS Oakland County is seeking to offer a program to provide
reimbursement funds to maintain existing public transportation services in
Oakland County municipalities that meet the following criteria: i) are not served
by a SMART fixed route, ii) do not receive Community Credits from SMART,
and iii) are not currently served by NOTA, WOTA, or OPC; more specifically:
Brandon, Clarkston, Groveland, Holly Twp, Village of Holly, Independence, Lake
Angelus, City of Novi, Novi Twp, Ortonville, Rose, Springfield, Commerce, Lyon,
Milford Twp, Village of Milford, South Lyon, Wixom and Wolverine Lake,
Northville (portion); and
WHEREAS the Program will assist eligible municipalities by offering Oakland
County Public Transportation Millage funds as a reimbursement for qualified
expenses that are under a current contract or currently budgeted for public
transportation for services provided between January 1, 2023, through
December 31, 2023; and
WHEREAS participating municipalities will be required to submit semi-annual
reimbursement requests with performance reports detailing the ridership,
services provided and expenditures utilizing Program funding that is approved
by Oakland County Economic Development staff prior to receiving
reimbursement.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Oakland County Board of
Commissioners approves the creation of the 2023 Interim Local Transportation
Reimbursement Program and hereby authorizes a one-time appropriation of
$500,000 from the County’s Public Transportation Millage Fund Balance
Account for the purpose of establishing the 2023 Interim Local Transportation
Reimbursement Program to continue current transportation services in
northwest and southwest Oakland County.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the 2023 Interim Local Transportation
Reimbursement Program shall be administered in conformance with federal,
state, and local legal requirements, Oakland County Policies and Procedures.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Oakland County Department of
Economic Development shall serve as the program administrator and shall
distribute the allocated funds to the participating municipalities for expenditures
incurred that meet the eligibility requirements for the 2023 Interim Local
Transportation Reimbursement Program.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Oakland County Department of
Economic Development shall provide a report back to the Economic
Development and Infrastructure Committee and the Board of Commissioners no
later than January 30, 2024, detailing the performance metrics of the program.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the FY 2023 budget shall be amended as
reflected in the attached Schedule A – Budget Amendment.
Michael Gingell moved to adopt the attached Authorization for the 2023
Interim Local Transportation Reimbursement Program. Seconded by Penny
Luebs.
Motion Passed.
Vote Summary (17-0-0)
Yes: David Woodward, Michael Spisz, Michael Gingell, Penny Luebs, Karen
Joliat, Kristen Nelson, Robert Hoffman, Philip Weipert, Gwen Markham, Angela
Powell, Marcia Gershenson, Janet Jackson, Gary McGillivray, William Miller III,
Yolanda Smith Charles, Charles Cavell, Ajay Raman
No: None
Abstain: None
Attachments:
1. OC_Transit - Local Transportation Reimbursement Program_Sch. A
2. LocalTransitReimbursementProgramMemo02062023
10. Finance Committee – Gwen Markham
a. Treasurer's Office - Interlocal Agreement with Oakland County Land Bank
Authority
Resolution #2023-2471 _
Report
Contract Interlocal Agreement with Oakland County Land Bank Authority
Sponsored By: Gwen Markham
Approve the attached interlocal agreement with the Oakland County Land
Band Authority.
Michael Gingell moved to approve the attached interlocal agreement with
the Oakland County Land Band Authority. Seconded by Penny Luebs.
Motion Passed.
Vote Summary (17-0-0)
Yes: David Woodward, Michael Spisz, Michael Gingell, Penny Luebs, Karen
Joliat, Kristen Nelson, Robert Hoffman, Philip Weipert, Gwen Markham, Angela
Powell, Marcia Gershenson, Janet Jackson, Gary McGillivray, William Miller III,
Yolanda Smith Charles, Charles Cavell, Ajay Raman
No: None
Abstain: None
Attachment:
1. Final Services Agreement with Land Bank submitted to BOC 1.6.2023
b. Information Technology - 1st Quarter Development Report
Resolution #2023-2554 _
Report
Budget Amendment 1st Quarter Development Report
Sponsored By: Gwen Markham
Approve the First Quarter 2023 appropriation transfer as specified on the
attached Schedule; further, that the respective departmental Fiscal Year 2023
budgets are to be amended as specified in the attached detailed Schedule.
Michael Gingell moved to approve the First Quarter 2023 appropriation
transfer as specified on the attached Schedule; further, that the respective
departmental Fiscal Year 2023 budgets are to be amended as specified in
the attached detailed Schedule. Seconded by Penny Luebs.
Motion Passed.
Vote Summary (17-0-0)
Yes: David Woodward, Michael Spisz, Michael Gingell, Penny Luebs, Karen
Joliat, Kristen Nelson, Robert Hoffman, Philip Weipert, Gwen Markham, Angela
Powell, Marcia Gershenson, Janet Jackson, Gary McGillivray, William Miller III,
Yolanda Smith Charles, Charles Cavell, Ajay Raman
No: None
Abstain: None
Attachment:
1. IT Development Report - 1st Quarter 2023
c. Information Technology - Interlocal Agreement with Governmental Bodies
for Comprehensive IT Services
Resolution #2023-2542 _
Report
Contract Interlocal Agreement with Governmental Bodies for
Comprehensive IT Services
Sponsored By: Gwen Markham
Authorize the Chairman of the Board to execute Comprehensive Information
Technology Service Agreements including the following Exhibits for services
with the following Public Bodies: (1) Tuscola County Central Dispatch – Exhibit
VII and X and (2) Lapeer County Animal Control – Exhibit X. Further that upon
receipt of final, executed agreements from the designated agents or governing
body of the public bodies requesting services, the Oakland County Board of
Commissioners authorizes the Chairperson to execute and enter into these
Agreements on behalf of the County of Oakland. Be it further resolved that a
copy of any such signed, fully executed, Interlocal Agreement shall be provided
to the Elections Division of the Oakland County Clerk for transmission to the
Office of the Great Seal of Michigan and that the Department of Information
Technology will provide a list of all public bodies agreeing to the attached
Interlocal Agreement along with its quarterly report to the Economic
Development & Infrastructure Committee.
Michael Gingell moved to authorize the Chairman of the Board to execute
Comprehensive Information Technology Service Agreements including
the following Exhibits for services with the following Public Bodies: (1)
Tuscola County Central Dispatch – Exhibit VII and X and (2) Lapeer County
Animal Control – Exhibit X. Further that upon receipt of final, executed
agreements from the designated agents or governing body of the public
bodies requesting services, the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
authorizes the Chairperson to execute and enter into these Agreements on
behalf of the County of Oakland. Be it further resolved that a copy of any
such signed, fully executed, Interlocal Agreement shall be provided to the
Elections Division of the Oakland County Clerk for transmission to the
Office of the Great Seal of Michigan and that the Department of
Information Technology will provide a list of all public bodies agreeing to
the attached Interlocal Agreement along with its quarterly report to the
Economic Development & Infrastructure Committee. Seconded by Penny
Luebs.
Motion Passed.
Vote Summary (17-0-0)
Yes: David Woodward, Michael Spisz, Michael Gingell, Penny Luebs, Karen
Joliat, Kristen Nelson, Robert Hoffman, Philip Weipert, Gwen Markham, Angela
Powell, Marcia Gershenson, Janet Jackson, Gary McGillivray, William Miller III,
Yolanda Smith Charles, Charles Cavell, Ajay Raman
No: None
Abstain: None
Attachments:
1. Lapeer County Animal Control IT-CLEMIS Agreement (for BOC
Signatures)
2. Tuscola County Central Dispatch IT-CLEMIS Agreement (For BOC
Signatures)
d. Board of Commissioners - Elimination of Financial Burden of Reduced
Price Meals for Students in Oakland County
Resolution #2023-2603 _
Report
Special Project Elimination of Financial Burden of Reduced Price Meals
for Students in Oakland County
Sponsored By: Marcia Gershenson, David Woodward, Gwen Markham
Approve a one-time appropriation of $100,000 from non-departmental transfers
General Fund Special Projects to the Board of Commissioners General Fund
Special Projects line-item budget to sponsor the elimination of the financial
burden of reduced price meals for students in Oakland County; further, a budget
amendment appropriating funds for the one-time incentive payment to Oakland
Schools will be included in a subsequent quarterly forecast report and that the
Oakland County Board of Commissioners authorize the Chair of Board to
execute the agreement on behalf of Oakland County.
Michael Gingell moved to approve a one-time appropriation of $100,000
from non-departmental transfers General Fund Special Projects to the
Board of Commissioners General Fund Special Projects line-item budget
to sponsor the elimination of the financial burden of reduced price meals
for students in Oakland County; further, a budget amendment
appropriating funds for the one-time incentive payment to Oakland
Schools will be included in a subsequent quarterly forecast report and
that the Oakland County Board of Commissioners authorize the Chair of
Board to execute the agreement on behalf of Oakland County. Seconded by
Penny Luebs.
Motion Passed.
Vote Summary (17-0-0)
Yes: David Woodward, Michael Spisz, Michael Gingell, Penny Luebs, Karen
Joliat, Kristen Nelson, Robert Hoffman, Philip Weipert, Gwen Markham, Angela
Powell, Marcia Gershenson, Janet Jackson, Gary McGillivray, William Miller III,
Yolanda Smith Charles, Charles Cavell, Ajay Raman
No: None
Abstain: None
11. Legislative Affairs & Government Operations Committee – Gary R. McGillivray
a. Parks & Recreation - FY 22 Parks and Recreation Grants/Community
Projects
Resolution #2023-2527 _ 23-27
MR #23027
Resolution FY 22 Parks and Recreation Grants/Community Projects
Sponsored By: Gary McGillivray
WHEREAS voter approval of a .10 mill increase to Oakland County Parks
and Recreation’s operating millage has afforded an opportunity to provide
increased financial assistance to support local park and trail improvement
projects and to take a more active role in addressing high-priority natural
resources stewardship needs throughout the County; and
WHEREAS in FY 22, the Parks and Recreation Commission authorized
more than $1.29 million in grant awards to provide financial assistance for
local park and trail improvements and planning projects located in 22
Oakland County municipalities; and
WHEREAS in FY 22 the Parks and Recreation Commission approved a list
of 29 high-priority invasive species management and natural resources
stewardship projects, including invasive species control, habitat
restoration, native plant distribution and tree planting.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Oakland County Board of
Commissioners accepts the report and affirms the award of grant funding
from the Oakland County Parks and Recreation Commission on the Grants
and Community Projects authorized in FY 22 (Schedule 1).
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Oakland County Board of
Commissioners authorizes the Chair of the Parks and Recreation
Commission to enter into agreements necessary for the implementation of
the projects and grant awards detailed in Schedule 1.
Michael Gingell moved to adopt the attached FY 22 Parks and Recreation
Grants/Community Projects. Seconded by Penny Luebs.
Motion Passed.
Vote Summary (17-0-0)
Yes: David Woodward, Michael Spisz, Michael Gingell, Penny Luebs, Karen
Joliat, Kristen Nelson, Robert Hoffman, Philip Weipert, Gwen Markham, Angela
Powell, Marcia Gershenson, Janet Jackson, Gary McGillivray, William Miller III,
Yolanda Smith Charles, Charles Cavell, Ajay Raman
No: None
Abstain: None
Attachments:
1. MemotoBOC23grantprograms
2. Schedule 1_2022 OCPR Community Grants Summary
b. Board of Commissioners - Interlocal Agreement with Rochester Hills
Public Library for Library Services
Resolution #2023-2525 _
Report
Interlocal Agreement Interlocal Agreement with Rochester Hills Public
Library for Library Services
Sponsored By: Gary McGillivray
Approve an interlocal agreement with Rochester Hills Public Library for Library
for the Visually and Physically Impaired services in an amount not to exceed
$150,840 annually with a 3% annual increase with a term of January 1, 2023 to
December 31, 2027 and authorizing the Chair of the Oakland County Board of
Commissioners to execute the agreement.
Michael Gingell moved to approve an interlocal agreement with Rochester
Hills Public Library for Library for the Visually and Physically
Impaired services in an amount not to exceed $150,840 annually with a 3%
annual increase with a term of January 1, 2023 to December 31, 2027 and
authorizing the Chair of the Oakland County Board of Commissioners to
execute the agreement. Seconded by Penny Luebs.
Motion Passed.
Vote Summary (17-0-0)
Yes: David Woodward, Michael Spisz, Michael Gingell, Penny Luebs, Karen
Joliat, Kristen Nelson, Robert Hoffman, Philip Weipert, Gwen Markham, Angela
Powell, Marcia Gershenson, Janet Jackson, Gary McGillivray, William Miller III,
Yolanda Smith Charles, Charles Cavell, Ajay Raman
No: None
Abstain: None
Attachment:
1. Agreement
12. Public Health & Safety Committee – Penny Luebs
a. Health & Human Services - Neighborhood and Housing Development -
Position Deletion and Creation
Resolution #2023-2546 _ 23-28
MR #23028
Staffing Modification Position Deletion and Creation
Sponsored By: Penny Luebs
WHEREAS the Neighborhood & Housing Development Division has
reviewed the overall operations and has determined that the budget and
responsibilities for the Neighborhood & Housing Development team has
greatly increased; and
WHEREAS it has been determined that an Officer Neighborhood &
Housing Development position is more appropriate due to increasing
responsibilities and funding oversight..
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Oakland County Board of
Commissioners approves to delete one (1) Special Revenue FTE Manager
Neighborhood & Housing Development position (P00014809) within the
Neighborhood & Housing Development Division.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED to create a new merit system classification
titled Neighborhood & Housing Development Officer to be placed at salary
grade UNI/131, FLSA Exempt.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED to create one (1) SR FTE Neighborhood &
Housing Development Officer within the Neighborhood & Housing
Development Administration unit (#1060701).
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the FY2023 – FY2025 budget is amended
as detailed in the attached Schedule A.
Michael Gingell moved to adopt the attached Position Deletion and
Creation. Seconded by Penny Luebs.
Motion Passed.
Vote Summary (17-0-0)
Yes: David Woodward, Michael Spisz, Michael Gingell, Penny Luebs, Karen
Joliat, Kristen Nelson, Robert Hoffman, Philip Weipert, Gwen Markham, Angela
Powell, Marcia Gershenson, Janet Jackson, Gary McGillivray, William Miller III,
Yolanda Smith Charles, Charles Cavell, Ajay Raman
No: None
Abstain: None
Attachments:
1. PH&S_NHD Staffing Modification - Schedule A
2. NHD - FY 23 Staffing Modification Write up (2)
3. DRAFT - NHD Officer - 2022-12-12
b. Sheriff’s Office - Interlocal Agreement Amendment #1 to the 2022-2024
Law Enforcement Services Agreement with the Charter Township of Orion
Resolution #2023-2533 _ 23-29
MR #23029
Interlocal Agreement Amendment Interlocal Agreement Amendment #1 to
the 2022-2024 Law Enforcement Services Agreement with the Charter
Township of Orion
Sponsored By: Penny Luebs
WHEREAS the Charter Township of Orion has requested an amendment to
the agreement by adding one (1) Deputy II (no-fill) position beginning on
February 25, 2023.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Oakland County Board of
Commissioners approves and authorizes its Chairperson to sign
Amendment #1 to the original Oakland County Sheriff's Office 2022 – 2024
Law Enforcement Services Agreement with the Charter Township of Orion.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED to create one (1) GF/GP full-time eligible
Deputy II position in the Sheriff’s Office, Patrol Services Division, Orion
Unit (#4030625).
BE IF FURTHER RESOLVED that one (1) marked patrol vehicle with mobile
radio, MDC, and Video Camera be added to the County fleet to satisfy the
requirements of Amendment #1.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that one (1) cell phone, one (1) body-worn
camera and one (1) prep radio be added to inventory to satisfy the
requirements of Amendment #1.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the future level of service, including the
continuation of position(s), is contingent upon the level of funding
associated with this agreement.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that this amendment will take effect February
25, 2023 and continue until the current agreement expires or is
terminated.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the FY 2023 – 2025 budgets are amended
as detailed in the attached Schedule A.
Michael Gingell moved to adopt the attached Interlocal Agreement
Amendment #1 to the 2022-2024 Law Enforcement Services Agreement
with the Charter Township of Orion. Seconded by Penny Luebs.
Motion Passed.
Vote Summary (17-0-0)
Yes: David Woodward, Michael Spisz, Michael Gingell, Penny Luebs, Karen
Joliat, Kristen Nelson, Robert Hoffman, Philip Weipert, Gwen Markham, Angela
Powell, Marcia Gershenson, Janet Jackson, Gary McGillivray, William Miller III,
Yolanda Smith Charles, Charles Cavell, Ajay Raman
No: None
Abstain: None
Attachments:
1. Sheriff Amendment #1 LES Agreement with Orion Schedule A
2. Sheriff's Office -Orion Amendment #1 to 2022-2024 LES
3. Sheriff's Office - Orion Amendment #1 to 2022-2024 LES HR Write Up
4. Orion Township Request to add a Patrol Deputy Position 01252023
c. Sheriff’s Office - Grant Application with the Michigan Department of
Natural Resources for the 2023 Marine Safety Program
Resolution #2023-2567 _ 23-30
MR #23030
Grant Application Grant Application with the Michigan Department of
Natural Resources for the 2023 Marine Safety Program
Sponsored By: Penny Luebs
WHEREAS the Sheriff's Office is applying to the Michigan Department of
Natural Resources for Public Act 451 funding administered through the
Marine Safety Grant Program to conduct Marine Safety activities; and
WHEREAS the 2023 grant application funding request is $625,907; and
WHEREAS the program period for state funding is January 1, 2023
through December 31, 2023 and the program period for federal funding is
January 1, 2023 through September 30, 2023; and
WHEREAS this is the 48th year of the grant application; and
WHEREAS last year the Sheriff’s Office was awarded $166,600 in grant
funding; and
WHEREAS there is no match requirement for federal funding and a 25%
match requirement for state funding, which will be met by Marine Safety
Program expenses budgeted in the Sheriff's Office General Fund.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Oakland County Board of
Commissioners approves the submission of the 2023 Marine Safety Grant
Application from the Michigan Department of Natural Resources, for the
period January 1, 2023 through December 31, 2023, in the amount of
$625,907.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLOVED that 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 that no budget amendment is required at this
time.
Michael Gingell moved to adopt the attached Grant Application with the
Michigan Department of Natural Resources for the 2023 Marine Safety
Program. Seconded by Penny Luebs.
Motion Passed.
Vote Summary (17-0-0)
Yes: David Woodward, Michael Spisz, Michael Gingell, Penny Luebs, Karen
Joliat, Kristen Nelson, Robert Hoffman, Philip Weipert, Gwen Markham, Angela
Powell, Marcia Gershenson, Janet Jackson, Gary McGillivray, William Miller III,
Yolanda Smith Charles, Charles Cavell, Ajay Raman
No: None
Abstain: None
Attachments:
1. Grant Review Sign-Off 2023
2. 2023 Marine Safety Applications Now Open
3. 2023 Marine Safety Grant Application
d. Sheriff’s Office - Grant Application with the Office of National Drug Control
Policy for the 2024 High Intensity Drug Trafficking Areas (HIDTA) Program
Resolution #2023-2574 _ 23-31
MR #23031
Grant Application Grant Application with the Office of National Drug
Control Policy for the 2024 High Intensity Drug Trafficking Areas (HIDTA)
Program
Sponsored By: Penny Luebs
WHEREAS the Oakland County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics Enforcement
Team (NET) is requesting 2024 High Intensity Drug Trafficking Areas
(HIDTA) Grant funding for the period January 1, 2024 through December
31, 2024; and
WHEREAS the total grant application request is $132,300 with no county
match required; and
WHEREAS the funding will allow partial overtime reimbursement of NET
Investigators in the amount of $118,000; and
WHEREAS the grant funding will also be used for communications
services in the amount of $14,300; and
WHEREAS Oakland County will issue subrecipient agreements to
reimburse partial overtime for investigations to the local units of
government that are part of the Narcotics Enforcement Team.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Oakland County Board of
Commissioners approves the submission of the 2024 High Intensity Drug
Trafficking Areas (HIDTA) Grant application, for the period January 1, 2024
through December 31, 2024, in the amount of $132,300.
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 that no budget amendment is required at this
time.
Michael Gingell moved to adopt the attached Grant Application with the
Office of National Drug Control Policy for the 2024 High Intensity Drug
Trafficking Areas (HIDTA) Program. Seconded by Penny Luebs.
Motion Passed.
Vote Summary (17-0-0)
Yes: David Woodward, Michael Spisz, Michael Gingell, Penny Luebs, Karen
Joliat, Kristen Nelson, Robert Hoffman, Philip Weipert, Gwen Markham, Angela
Powell, Marcia Gershenson, Janet Jackson, Gary McGillivray, William Miller III,
Yolanda Smith Charles, Charles Cavell, Ajay Raman
No: None
Abstain: None
Attachments:
1. 2024 HIDTA Grant Review Sign-Off
2. FW_ 2024 Initiative Description and Budget Proposal (IDBP) -
Enforcement Teams
3. Initiative Description and Budget Proposal 2024 - Enforcement
4. IDBP 2024 Supplemental - Enforcement
5. FMS Budget Sheet 2024
Regular Agenda
13. Legislative Affairs & Government Operations Committee – Gary R. McGillivray
a. Executive's Office - County Executive Appointment of Sunil Asija as
Director of Human Resources
Resolution #2023-2585 _
Report
Appointment County Executive Appointment of Sunil Asija as Director of
Human Resources
Sponsored By: Gary McGillivray
To concur with the County Executive’s appointment of Sunil Asija as the
Director of Human Resources, pursuant to Public Act 139 of 1973.
Gary McGillivray moved to to concur with the County Executive’s
appointment of Sunil Asija as the Director of Human Resources, pursuant
to Public Act 139 of 1973. Seconded by Robert Hoffman.
Motion Passed.
Vote Summary (16-0-0)
Yes: David Woodward, Michael Spisz, Michael Gingell, Penny Luebs, Kristen
Nelson, Robert Hoffman, Philip Weipert, Gwen Markham, Angela Powell, Marcia
Gershenson, Janet Jackson, Gary McGillivray, William Miller III, Yolanda Smith
Charles, Charles Cavell, Ajay Raman
No: None
Abstain: None
Attachments:
1. Sunil Asija Appointment Letter
2. Sunil Asija Resume
b. Board of Commissioners - Oakland Community Health Network
Resolution #2023-2528 _
Report
Appointment Oakland Community Health Network
Sponsored By:
That the following individuals be reappointed to the Oakland Community Health
Network Board for a three-year term beginning April 1, 2023, ending March 31,
2026, as detailed below:
Jonathan Landsman and Sarah May, representatives of the General Public
Christina Root, representative of agencies and occupations having a working
involvement with mental health services
Gary McGillivray moved to that the following individuals be reappointed to
the Oakland Community Health Network Board for a three-year term
beginning April 1, 2023, ending March 31, 2026, as detailed below:
Jonathan Landsman and Sarah May, representatives of the General Public
Christina Root, representative of agencies and occupations having a
working involvement with mental health services. Seconded by Penny
Luebs.
Motion Passed.
Vote Summary (16-0-0)
Yes: David Woodward, Michael Spisz, Michael Gingell, Penny Luebs, Kristen
Nelson, Robert Hoffman, Philip Weipert, Gwen Markham, Angela Powell, Marcia
Gershenson, Janet Jackson, Gary McGillivray, William Miller III, Yolanda Smith
Charles, Charles Cavell, Ajay Raman
No: None
Abstain: None
Attachments:
1. Landsman - ApplicationReappt
2. May - ApplicationReappt
3. Root - Application
4. Root-Resume
14. Public Health & Safety Committee – Penny Luebs
a. Public Services - Animal Shelter & Pet Adoption Center - Resolution
Appropriating American Rescue Plan Act – Local Fiscal Recovery Funds
for Staffing Modifications Positions Creation
Resolution #2023-2518 _ 23-32
MR #23032
Staffing Modification Resolution Appropriating American Rescue Plan Act
– Local Fiscal Recovery Funds for Staffing Modifications Positions
Creation
Sponsored By: Penny Luebs
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Oakland County Board of
Commissioners approves the creation of nine (9) GF/GP FTE Animal
Shelter Attendant positions and one (1) GF/GP FTE Animal Control Shelter
Leader position in the Animal Control Administration Unit (#1070801).
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the FY 2023 – FY 2025 budgets are
amended as reflected in the attached Schedule A budget amendment
document.
Penny Luebs moved to adopt the attached Resolution Appropriating
American Rescue Plan Act – Local Fiscal Recovery Funds for Staffing
Modifications Positions Creation. Seconded by Michael Gingell.
Motion Passed.
Vote Summary (16-0-0)
Yes: David Woodward, Michael Spisz, Michael Gingell, Penny Luebs, Kristen
Nelson, Robert Hoffman, Philip Weipert, Gwen Markham, Angela Powell, Marcia
Gershenson, Janet Jackson, Gary McGillivray, William Miller III, Yolanda Smith
Charles, Charles Cavell, Ajay Raman
No: None
Abstain: None
Attachments:
1. Animal Control 2023 SCHEDULE A - Budget Amendment
2. Public Services - Animal Control Position Creations HR Write Up
Public Services - Animal Shelter & Pet Adoption Center - Luebs
Amendment #1
Resolution #2023-2642 _
Amendment: Luebs Amendment #1
Sponsored By: Penny Luebs
Motion to amend the resolution title to - Public Services - Animal Shelter & Pet
Adoption Center – Resolution Appropriating American Rescue Plan Act – Local
Fiscal Recovery Funds for Staffing Modifications Positions Creation.
Penny Luebs moved to adopt the attached Luebs Amendment #1. Seconded
by Michael Gingell.
Motion Passed.
Vote Summary (16-0-0)
Yes: David Woodward, Michael Spisz, Michael Gingell, Penny Luebs, Kristen
Nelson, Robert Hoffman, Philip Weipert, Gwen Markham, Angela Powell, Marcia
Gershenson, Janet Jackson, Gary McGillivray, William Miller III, Yolanda Smith
Charles, Charles Cavell, Ajay Raman
No: None
Abstain: None
b. Sheriff’s Office - Appropriating Additional Funding for Purposes of
Executing a New Contract to Provide Inmate Food Services at the Oakland
County Jail
Resolution #2023-2655 _ 23-33
MR #23033
Budget Amendment Appropriating Additional Funding for Purposes of
Executing a New Contract to Provide Inmate Food Services at the Oakland
County Jail
Sponsored By: Penny Luebs
WHEREAS the current contract with Aramark Correctional Services LLC to
provide inmate food services at the Oakland County Jail expires on
February 28, 2023; and
WHEREAS a request for proposal was placed on the Michigan Inter-
governmental Trade Network (MITN) resulting in three bid responses; and
WHEREAS the bids have been evaluated based on the following
categories: company qualifications, operational standards – food service,
operational standards - commissary, and pricing. Based on the pricing
included in the proposal, the Sheriff’s Office has insufficient funds in the
current FY2023-FY2025 budget to award a new contract.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Oakland County Board of
Commissioners approves an appropriation of up to $1,137,500.00 for
purposes of executing a new 2-year contract for inmate food services at
the Oakland County Jail.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the final contract be provided to the
Board of Commissioners.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the FY2023-FY2025 budget is amended
as detailed in the attached Schedule A.
Penny Luebs moved to adopt the attached Appropriating Additional
Funding for Purposes of Executing a New Contract to Provide Inmate
Food Services at the Oakland County Jail. Seconded by Gary McGillivray.
Motion Passed.
Vote Summary (15-1-0)
Yes: David Woodward, Michael Spisz, Michael Gingell, Penny Luebs, Robert
Hoffman, Philip Weipert, Gwen Markham, Angela Powell, Marcia Gershenson,
Janet Jackson, Gary McGillivray, William Miller III, Yolanda Smith Charles,
Charles Cavell, Ajay Raman
No: Kristen Nelson
Abstain: None
Attachments:
1. Contract for Inmate Food Services Jail SCHEDULE A Rev 2-8-2023
2. Aramark contract - v 2.10.23
3. DRAFT Inmate Food Services Scope of Work
15. New & Miscellaneous Business
a. Board of Commissioners - Honoring the Michigan Association of Counties
on its 125th Anniversary
Resolution #2023-2581 _ 23-34
MR #23034
Resolution Honoring the Michigan Association of Counties on its 125th
Anniversary
Sponsored By: David Woodward, Penny Luebs, Gary McGillivray, Brendan
Johnson, Michael Spisz, Michael Gingell, Robert Hoffman, Karen Joliat,
Angela Powell, Kristen Nelson, Marcia Gershenson, Christine Long, Philip
Weipert, Ajay Raman, Gwen Markham, William Miller III, Yolanda Smith
Charles, Janet Jackson, Charles Cavell
WHEREAS Michigan’s 83 county governments play a central role in the
proper delivery of, and oversight for, critical public services for the state’s
approximately 10 million residents; and
WHEREAS Michigan county governments are led by Boards of
Commissioners, who are elected from their communities; and
WHEREAS the State Association of Supervisors of Michigan was formed
by representatives of 16 counties on Feb. 1, 1898, in the Senate chamber
of the Michigan State Capitol in Lansing; and
WHEREAS the association’s name was changed to the Michigan
Association of Counties on July 17, 1969; and
WHEREAS the Michigan Association of Counties is the oldest association
representing local governments in Michigan; and
WHEREAS 48 of Michigan’s 83 counties have had at least one of their
commissioners (or supervisors prior to 1968) serve as president of the
association’s Board of Directors; and
WHEREAS the association created the Michigan Counties Workers’
Compensation Fund in 1979 to help county members provide workplace
safety and injury insurance services to its employees; and
WHEREAS the association created the Michigan Association of Counties
Service Corporation in 1986 to partner with service providers to help
counties save money on everything from health insurance to
telecommunications services; and
WHEREAS the association hosts two major conferences every year to
bring together county leaders for briefings on trending public policy
issues and to hear from state newsmakers and others; and
WHEREAS the association’s advocacy work in Lansing and beyond has
advanced the interests of county governments and the residents they
serve; and
WHEREAS no fewer than five association presidents have served or are
serving in the Michigan Legislature in the 21st century, a testament to the
culture of public service inculcated by the association.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Oakland County Board of
Commissioners wishes to commend and honor the Michigan Association
of Counties on its 125th Anniversary year.
William Miller III moved to suspend the rules and vote on the resolution
immediately. Seconded by Michael Spisz.
A sufficient majority having voted in favor, the rules were suspended for an
immediate vote.
William Miller III moved to adopt the attached Honoring the Michigan
Association of Counties on its 125th Anniversary. Seconded by Michael
Spisz.
Motion Passed.
Vote Summary (16-0-0)
Yes: David Woodward, Michael Spisz, Michael Gingell, Penny Luebs, Kristen
Nelson, Robert Hoffman, Philip Weipert, Gwen Markham, Angela Powell, Marcia
Gershenson, Janet Jackson, Gary McGillivray, William Miller III, Yolanda Smith
Charles, Charles Cavell, Ajay Raman
No: None
Abstain: None
16. Announcements
Marcia Gershenson addressed the Board to thank the Board of Commissioners staff
and the staff of Oakland Intermediate School District for all of their hard work on the
Elimination of Financial Burden of Reduced Price Meals for Students in Oakland
County resolution.
Penny Luebs addressed the Board to thank both Oakland County and the City of
Clawson for their support of the family of Alexandria Verner.
William Miller III addressed the Board to inform the Commissioners that the State of
Michigan has adopted the resolution to repeal the pension tax in Michigan.
Yolanda Smith Charles addressed the Board to wish Kristen Nelson and herself a
Happy Birthday.
Angela Powell addressed the Board to announce she will be hosting the Pontiac
Resource Fair for Current and Future Homeowners on February 18th.
Charles Cavell addressed the Board to inform the Commissioners that the Progressive
Organizing Summit will be held on February 25th.
17. Public Comment
The following person addressed the Board during Public Comment #2: Robert
Pawlowski
18. Adjournment to March 2, 2023 or the Call of the Chair
The meeting adjourned at 07:52 PM.