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OAKLArl) COUNTY
'oard Of Commissioners
METING
March 1, 1979
Meeting called to order by Chairperson Wallace F. Gabler, Jr., at 9:35 A.M. in the Court
House Auditorium, 1200 North Telegraph Road. Pontiac, Michigan.
Invocation given by Robert H. Corsi ins.
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
Roll called.
PRESENT: Aaron, DiGiovanni, Deyon, Fortino, Fabler, Gorsline, Hobart, Kasper, Kelly,
Lewand, McConnell, McDonald, Moffitt. Aontante. Moore, Murphy, Page, Patterson, Perinoff, Pernick,
Peterson, Price, Roth, Wilcox. (24)
ABSENT: Dunaskiss, Hoot, Moxley. (3)
Quorum present.
Moved by IcConnell supported by Murphy the minutes of February 1, 1979 be approved as
printed.
A sufficient majority having voted therefor. the motion carried.
Moved by Gorsline supported by Fortino the agenda be amended as follows: "Under Finance
Committee Item G - Miscellaneous Resolution 28773 - Establishment or Classification and Salary for
Workers Compensation Specialist, will no repore.ed out under the Personnel Committee".
A sufficient majority having voted there''or, the motion carried.
Clerk read letter from Jack H. Watson, Jr., The White House, Washington regarding the
County's efforts to stem inflation. (Placed on file.)
Clerk read letter from John E. Lobbia, Manager, Oetroit Edison regarding' the changes in
rates. (Placed on file.)
Clerk read card of thanks from John R. DiGiovanni. (Placed on file.)
Clerk read letter of resignation from John R. DiGiovanni as a member of the Sanitary Code
Board of Review. (Referred to General Government Committee.)
Daniel T. Murphy, County Executive, presented his State of the County Message 1979.
Mr. Chairman, Members of the Board of Commissioners, Citizens of Oakland County:
We have jusi ended a year of extreme confusion and uncertainty about government, and its
role in our society --- Americans of all ages and walks of life expressed increasingly negative
attitudes toward all governmental institutions while continuing to rely heavily on them to solve
society's problems.
Opinion polls showed, for example, that 72 percent of the people think the Federal Govern-
ment is too strong yet 85 percent of those same people want the government to help provide low-cost
Medical Care.
On one hand, 32 percent of those questioned think the Federal Government is spending too
much. But, on the other hand, 90 percent think more should be spent on improving and protecting
the environment.
Public trust in the ability of all types of major institutions to perform as expected
plunged again in 1978. with less than half the populace expressing confidence in the leadership of
the fields of medicine, higher education, the military, large companies, organized labor, and, at
the bottom of the list, government.
By every measurement, Americans were richer than ever before, but they felt poorer, less
happy, and more fearful of the future. In the words of Charles Dickens, "It Was the best of times,
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it was the worst of time
With a fury that surprised most political observers, citizens here and elsewhere used
their right of initiative to place measures on the ballot that would strike down high taxes. But
then, in Michigan and some other places, they voted against the proposals which seemed to be the
harshest. Voters universally railed against Congress - and then returned 399 Congressmen to office
while defeating only 26,
Against this background, many observers found it easy to forget these words spoken many
years ago by the noted political scientist, V.0, Key: "Voters are not fools... in the large, the
electorate behaves about as rationally and responsibly as we should expect."
Many, in the press, in business, and in government, threw up their hands in despair of
ever knowing or understanding the message being sent by the voters.
This government avoided that trap. In Oakland County, we remembered that voters are not
fools, and we realized that the message in 1978 fundamentally was the same as in 1977 and in every
previous year. Beneath the confusion and apparently conflicting signals lay this simple fact:
In government, thrift is income. Not rising tax rates, not spiraling property values, but
thrift accompanied by hard work, sacrifice, careful management, sound planning and unquestioned
fiscal integrity.
This is how the people believe the government should operate. The citizens know their
governments can give them more for their money, and in 1978 they showed their determination to have
just that.
In Oakland County, the voters approved fixed millage in August --- not because they
wanted to curtail government services and revenues, --- but because they wanted a better bargain
and the ability to more directly determine the level of their own taxes.
In November, the voters approved the Headlee Amendment of which the Oakland County
Executive was among the first public officials to support. They rejected the Tisch Amendment,
again opting for the better bargain and proving, in the process, how difficult they are to fool.
And they watched with approval as we constructed the first tornado warning system in
Michigan history. The system now covers between 70 and 75 percent of the people in Oakland County.
Upon receiving the monies from the Federal Government for the additional 30 sirens, 90 percent
of all the people in the county will be covered by the siren tornado warning system.
They watched as we went forward with an Emergency Medical Service System which scorns
the temptation to spend tax dollars on services which can better be provided by the private sector.
Since 1974 when I first ran for County Executive, I publicly campaigned for a Solid
Waste System. I have recognized and promoted in the County a prompt yet thorough solution to
this problem. Since that time, the Solid Waste Advisory Committee was formed, completed their
task, and reported to the County Executive and the Board of Commissioners... a consulting engineer
has been hired ... and the County Executive will be bringing a contract to this Board within a
matter of weeks. As much as I want a Solid Waste System --- we must be sure that it will have the
latest technology and conform to all Federal requirements. To that end, I pledge and ask you to
pledge our determined effort to make a Solid Waste System a reality in this County.
The Energy Conservation Program instituted by the County Executive in 1977 for County
Government, had a savings of 5235,000 in '77 and $437,000 in '78.
Last spring, the citizens of Oakland County looked on with pride as their Board of
Commissioners and the County Executive combined to negotiate the return of some of our fair share
of Mass Transit tax dollars. And they remembered that epic struggle last October, when the first
fruits of our victory - the Oakland County Advanced Reservation Transit System - began operation.
All of the buses that will be in the system are yet not here but will be so that we can say by the
end of 1979 the System is up and running to capacity. To date, we have had some citizens calling
to say how well the system is functioning and how they appreciate having the system. We also have
some citizens who call with problems. Although those are to be expected in any new system, as we
get them, we immediately sat down with SEMTA to try and work out any improvements that may be
necessary. I'm positive that the people do appreciate the OCART system and will even more when it
is at its total capacity. .
Finally, we can all take great pride in the fact that the 1979 Budget reflected the
spirit and intent of the tax revolt year of 1978 as well as any comparable measure approved by any
legislative body in the land. With the inflation rate running at nearly 10 percent for the year,
the County Executive and the Board of Commissioners held the Budget increase to roughly half that
amount. How many private businesses did that well in 1978? How many labor unions?
And let us not forget - or permit the citizens to forget - that the employees of this
government have accepted wage increases well below the inflation rate.
Our employees and our officials, regar-Iless of their political affiliation, are following
President Jimmy Carter's wage and price control guidelines to the letter. Is any other group or
organization trying harder to be responsible about inflation?
This government has set an example for others to follow, and we should not be at all shy
or reticent on this point. To those who criticise government spending we should say, show us how
you, as an individual or organization, have done better than we have done.
Before you throw stones at us, prove i,at your house is not built of glass, that you have
accepted wage increases far below the in rate, that you have will sacrificed for the
common good.
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As you may have noticed, the inflation rate for the last quarter has given the UAW employees
a 13 cent per hour raise. It is obvious that the inflation'rate does not let up and doe's not appear
to be letting up and that more cost of living allowances will be given to union .members before the
year is out. It will be interesting to see just how Nell the labor unions will react to the
President's request for holding the line. If they do not, it may be necessary for the Executive to
come back to this Board witnan interim salary increase for the employees of Oakland County just to
make it possible to meet the food bill ohligations caused by in
The closing of the 79 year for County Government will again this year bring to the County
Board the knowledge of a surplus. With the unforeseen actions of the ledislAture having to do with
the Headlee Amendment and with the consequences of the Headlee Amendment itself, I am recommending
to this Board that money be placed in a special Contingency Fund for the purposes of using it in
1990. Until after we know what the effect of the Headlee Amendraent is -.-- after court and legislative
action --- I am hoping that this Board saes the wisdom of putting those additional dollars away until
it has been determined exactly how many dollars we are going to have to operate County Government in
1980.
Last January, in my annual address to this 'Body, I suggested a number of items for the Board
of Commissioners 1973 agenda. I would like to now take a few moments to comment on our progress with
those items,
First was the adoption of government spending parameters, I said, and I quote, "I suggest
that our goal be to hold government spending as close to the inflation rate as possible." As 1 have
already pointed out, that goal was met and exceeded.
The second item concerned the .;ize of Government, the number of new employees added to our
payrolls. fixcept For the size increases Forced upon us by the Michigan Legislature, success occurred
in this area as well. We deployed Our manpower well during the year, using existing employees to
meet demands wherever possible, And did not add to the total number of budgeted positions.
The third item was the matter of employee productivity. There can be little doubt that
productivity improved again in 1978, based on the fact that we met increased demands without in-
creasing our work force.
The fourth item I mentioned last January was passage of the fixed millage which, as we all
know, met with eminent success.
Fifth was the estabiisihment ef a rainy day fund to be established by Legislative Act.
Again quoting from that address, il.supgested that such a fund would allow us to build an adequate
reserve so that temporary downturns in the economy could be weathered without tax increases or
deficit spending, and to Meet unforeseen catastrophic emergencies."
No sensible businessman would operate such a reserve, and it IS foolish for government to
attempt a businesslike approach to its affairs without havinp some means to smooth out the peaks and
valleys of income and expenditure.
Another agenda item I proposed last year was the relationship between Oakland County and
the City of Detroit.
I called then - as I have many times since assuming this office - for a full and equal
partnership with Detroit, and I pledged that,' with the cooperation and support of this Board of
Commissioners, I would continue to maintain this partnership as we work toward achievement of common
goals for southeast Michigan.
Today I renew that call. In doing so, I emphasize that I am by no means suggesting that
this Board of Commissioners should agree with or endorse every proposal for the betterment of
Detroit. On the contrary, every significant proposal affecting Detroit and southeast Michigan
should be subjected to spirited discussion and debate, for only in this way can sound public policy
be devised,
What I am suggesting is that we never forget that our role in these debates should be that
of the loyal opposition, when we disagree, and that of energetic, even zealous advocates when we
find ourselves in agreement with measures to improve Detroit. We must never forget that Detroit's
future is our future. We cannot exist in our present form without Detroit. We cannot remain strong
and vital unless Detroit remains strong and vital.
So much for the past --- now liat us turn to the future for as someone once said,--- 1
expect to spend the rest of my life there.
. First, with regard to this administration'S efforts In insure that the county develops and
matures in an orderly and economically sound manner, we are continuing our work in economic develop-
ment planning.
The overall Economic Development Program Committee which I appointed last April, developed',
approved, and submitted to the U.S. Department of Commerce an Oakland County Overall Economic
Development Program. This document was approved this week by the Commerce Department's Economic
Development Administration, thereby permitting funding of local public works projects. It now awaits
only Board of Commissioners' approval. This document provides a basis for establishing objectives
for the County's rational and efficient economic development.
In addition to the approval of the County Overall Economic Development Program and at the
urging of the Overall Economic Development Program Committee And the North Oakland Chamber of Commerce.
I will be appointing, in the near future, a Task Force' to wake a recommendation to me as to the
feasibility of forming a County Economic Development Corporation.
I will ask this task force to make their final report to me no later than June 1. The
Task Force's findings will aid us in determining the extent of the County's future involvement in
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economic -development planning. Our overriding goal in all these efforts is to insure Oakland's
orderly and (A,,,mi ly re. e.,•1 lopmente
to of t lo • ac: v'ty within two weeks, the owners of the National Foot-
ball League will meet to decide th- .te of the 1981 Sunerbowl. As you know, F• ro,iac, our County
seat and th- t- r• of the Silva-dome, .,Iong with Oakland County, the City of Octy,: t, other munici-
palities, th; St .te. o1' Michigan and innumerable husinesses have been work in ,e ther For nearly
two yea t , this major economic and snorts event to Southeast Michigan, Over fifty million
dollars ,,r g• ,,oncmic activity are at etike and the efforts of the committee have proven what 1
have .1 fi• A --- that a partnership can and does exist here in Southeast Mid -1i Ian And by putting
teag ,I, idual rc C 0 rat our separate areas - the sti7idium in Pent ,c. the hotel facilities
of Southfield and Troy and the nany otter cultural and ( i t a. '0, the entire
regi , , we are able to put forward an offer thal is pretty hard I. r( fusA, • nfident of the
outcona and am equally confident that we can al i work together to put 1 ,ur resources behind making
the largest economic event of its kind a success right here in Oakland County,
In 1979, we can expect the mass transit issue to return to the fore as a topic of heated
public debate. We can also expect that we will find ourselves in disagreement with Detroit on some
aspects of that issue. As this occurs, let us ledouble our efforts to live up to Oakland County's
reputat :41 for conscientious, responsible government. We know in advance that some compromise will
be n«., .!.,ry, for that is always true when hnpoitant public policy is being made. Let us pledge
oursek( to walk every step of every mile toward responsible compromise - compromise which always
respect' the interests of the citizens of Oaklard County while serving the greater common good -
and let us dedicate ourselves to the avoidance of shortsighted pettiness, in appearance, as well
as in actuality.
Related to the Detroit issue, as well as to many other matters facing us in Oakland
County government, is the need to improve Publii Act 139, the act under which we are governed.
Last year I expressed regret that the Michigan Legislature had not taken action on this matter
and, this year, unfortunately, I must again voiee that sentiment.
When the voters in 1974 approvod the Lounty Executive Act, they had the wisdom to
recognize the need for accountability, and the 'oresight to recocdnie the need for centralized
authority in county government and the understanding that this new form of government would give
them the kind of accountability that would help to forestall and, indeed, to prevent the kind of
turmoil, both fiscal and otherwise, that is taking place in our neighboring county to the south.
Since the advent of the County Executive form, we in Oakland County have been able to
produce budget surpluses while increasing services. This has been no accident; this has been, in
my judgment, a very direct result of the check and balance system and the accountability we have
here in Oakland County.
1 How that I am not alone in my thoughts on this matter.
I know that the major media in Southeast Michigan wholeheartedly support the efforts to
bring the state's largest county under County Executive form of government. I know that the
Governor of the State of Michigan has made a proposal to centralize and to make a more accountable
County Executive form a reality in Wayne County. I know that the voters in Bay County have
recently adopted and elected their first County Executive ... and I know that now over 50 million
people, including almost all of the nation's major urban counties, are governed by the County
Executive form of government.
Certainly, the County Executive form of government is here to stay. Efforts to weaken it,
efforts to dilute it, will be met with disfavor not only by the voting public, but by the careful
watchdogs in the media and responsible public officials.
The failure to improve Act 139 is a severe impediment to the forward thrust of Oakland
County Government. Our present status is --- a5 it was 100 years ago when our population was less
than 50,000 --- a situation in which we are not one government, but many. We remain fragmented
and divided. Our citizens are cheated in their just attempts to hold us accountable for our
actions. When a citizen has the time and perseverance to find out which of the Oakland County
governments is responsible for what, he or she all too frequently discovers that the particular
agency involved cannot be taken to task because the agency is beyond the reach of the voters.
In order to achieve success in the lesiglative arena in Lansing, on this and other
matters, a spirit of bipartisanship must prevail. Much has been said here in Oakland County
recently about bipartisanship.
1, for one, believe in bipartisanship. My 23 year record in county government, while
showing me to be a loyal Republican, will also show me to be aware of the need for bipartisan
effort and cooperation.
However, bipartisanship is a two-way street. We have only to look at the last two years
in our legislative effort with respect to Public Act 139. During the last two years, this Board
voted 21 - 6, a strong bipartisan vote, ro request the legislature to amend a particular piece of
legislation that affected this county's government. It is unfortunate that, when this Board speaks
with a strong bipartisan voice as it did in this matter, that partisanship is not set aside so the
will of the majority can prevail. Hopefully, the future will bring forth a more mature, enlightened
attitude on the part of all parties.
Now, in conclusion, last year, as in [he past five years, Oakland County's government
has experienced continued and growing success. As for the future, I pledge to this Board of Commis-
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sioners my full cooperation in the furtherance of our mutual desires for a strong, progressive
county government. I further pledge to you my respect for your role as the legislative branch in
our government and I trust that with your cooperation and with your understanding of the Executive's
role, we can move forward together in a continuation of quality representation for our one million
constituents.
Moved by Gorsline supported by Murphy the Message be made part of the records.
A sufficient majority having voted therefor, the motion carried.
John King from Bloomfield Hills requested to address the Board.
Mr. King addressed the Board.
REPORT
By Mr. Murphy
IN RE: MISCELLANEOUS RESOLUTION #8814 - AUTHORIZATION FOR INVESTMENT OF SURPLUS COUNTY FUNDS
To the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
Mr. Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
The Finance Committee has reviewed Miscellaneous Resolution #8814 and recommends its
adoption.
FINANCE COMMITTEE
Dennis L. Murphy, Chairperson
"Misc. 8814
By Mr. Murphy
IN RE: AUTHORIZATION FOR INVESTMENT OF SURPLUS COUNTY FUNDS
To the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
Mr. Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
WHEREAS Act 500 of the Public Acts of 1978 amends Act 66 of the Public Acts of 1977
provides in part as follows:
"Sec. 1. The ... governing body of a county,...by resolution may authorize its treasurer..
to invest surplus funds belonging to and under the control of the.. .county as follows:
(b) In certificates of deposit, savings accounts or depository receipts of... a savings
and loan association which is a member of the Federal Savings and Loan Insurance Corporation or a
credit union which is insured by the National Credit Union administration."
and
WHEREAS the County Treasurer requests the approval of the County Board of Commissioners to
invest County funds in these investment securities.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the County Treasurer is hereby authorized to invest
surplus county funds in the following investment securities: certificates of deposits, savings
accounts or depository receipts of a Savings and loan association which is a member of the Federal
Savings and Loan Insurance Corporation or a credit union which is insured by the National Credit
Union administrations
The Finance Committee, by Dennis L. Murphy, Chairperson, moves the adoption of the foregoing
resolution.
FINANCE COMMITTEE
Dennis L. Murphy, Chairperson"
Moved by Murphy supported by Hobart the report be accepted and Resolution #8814 be adopted.
Moved by Murphy supported by Hobart the resolution be amended in the NOW THEREFORE BE IT
RESOLVED paragraph by placing a period after the word "corporation" and deleting the rest of the
paragraph.
Discussion followed.
Vote on amendment .:
AYES: Lewand, McConnell, McDonald, Moffitt, Montante, Murphy, Page, Patterson, Peterson,
Roth, Wilcox, DiGiovanni, Fortino, Gabler, Gorsline, Hobart. (16)
NAYS: Moore, Pernick, Price, Aaron, Doyon, Kelly. (6)
A sufficient majority having voted therefor, the amendment carried.
Vote on resolution as amended:
AYES: McConnell, McDonald, Moffitt, Montante, Moore, Murphy, Page, Patterson, Pernick,
Peterson, Roth, Wilcox, Aaron, DiGiovanni, Doyon, Fortino, Gabler, Gorsline, Hobart, Kelly, Lewand.
(21)
NAYS: None. (0)
PASS: Price. (1)
A sufficient majority having voted therefor. the report was accepted and Resolution #8814
as amended, was adopted.
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REPORT
By Mr. Murphy
IN RE: MISCELLANEOUS RESOLUTION #8808 - HEADLEE TAX LIMITATION AMENDMENT
To the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
Mr. Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
The Finance Committee has reviewed MIscellaneous Resolution 118808 and recommends its
adoption.
FINANCE COMMITTT[
Dennis L. Murphy, Chairperson
"REPORT
By Mr. Murphy
IN RE: MISCELLANEOUS RESOLUTION //8808 - HEADLEE TAX LIMITATION AMENDMENT
To the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
Mr. Chairperson, Ladies and- Gentlemen:
The Finance Committee has reviewed Miscellaneous Resolution #8808 and recommends its
approval with the deletion of the third section of the NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED.
FINANCE COMMITTEE
Dennis L. Murphy, Chairperson"
"REPORT
By Mr. Gorsline
IN RE: MISCELLANEOUS RESOLUTION #8808 - HEADLEE TAX LIMITATION AMENDMENT
To the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
Mr. Chairperson, Ladies and-Gentlemen;
The General Government Committee has reviewed Miscellaneous Resolution 118808 and
recommends its approval, in agreement with the Finance Committee, with the deletion of the third
section of the NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED.
The Genera] Government Committee, by Robert H. Gorsline, Chairperson, moves the acceptance
of the foregoing report.
GENERAL GOVERNMENT COMMITTEE
Robert H. Gorsline, Chairperson"
"Misc. 8808
By Mr. Page
IN RE: HEADLEE TAX LIMITATION AMENDMENT
To the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
Mr. Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
WHEREAS the Oakland County Board of Commissioners is concerned about the rapidly rising
values of Residential Property; and
WHEREAS on December 22, 1978, the Headlee Tax Limitation Amendment took effect; and
WHEREAS it appears that the intent of Section 31 is to limit the growth of property
taxes on existing property in a taxing unit to the rate of inflation; and
WHEREAS there appears to be confusion in the interpretation of the rollback provisions
by many; and
WHEREAS the Oakland County Board of Commissioners recognize the importance of the
Headlee Tax Limitation Amendment to all taxpayers both young and old; and
WHEREAS all input to the Michigan State Legislature concerning the millage rollback
procedures appears critical at this time to affect fair and accurate interpretation;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Oakland County Board of Commissioners be on record
supporting the following:
I. That the Consumer Price Index factor for the 1979 Taxing Year means that percentage
difference between the average General Price Level in 1977 and the average General Price Level in
1978. This computes to 7.7.,
2. That any rollback necessary be affected from last year's spreading rate.
3. That this millage rollback may he restored in years where the adjustment does not
exceed the Consumer Price Index factor, the authorized rate or the local charter limitation.
Mr. Chairperson, I move the adoption of the foregoing resolution.
Robert W. Page, Commissioner - District #13"
Moved by Murphy supported by Fortino the report be accepted and Resolution #8808 as
amended, be adopted.
Moved by Page supported by Hobart that action on the resolution be postponed, and a
Public Hearing be held on March 22, 1979 at 10:00 A.M.
AYES: McDonald, Moffitt, Montantc, Moore, Page, Patterson, Pernick, Peterson, Price,
Wilcox, Aaron, DiGiovanni, Doyon, Gabler, Gorsline, Hobart, Kelly, Lewand, McConnell. (19)
NAYS: Murphy, Roth, Fortino. (3)
A sufficient majority having voted therefor, the motion carried.
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Mr. Wilcox stated at this time a Public Hearing is now called. Legal Notice of the Hearing
was published in the Oakland Press on February 14, 1979.
"Misc. 8787
By Mr. Wilcox
IN RE: CHANGE "LAWRENCE LAKE" TO "HUFF LAKE"
To the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
Mr. Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:.
WHEREAS the Board of Commissioners has received a request Itom Brandon Township to change
the name of "Lawrence Lake" to 'Huff Lake," and
WHEREAS the reason for the request is to reflect the present ownership and to clarify
records; and
WHEREAS Lawrence Lake is located in Section 29 on Ortonville Road (M-15) between West
Seymour Lake Road and East Seymour Lake Road; and
WHEREAS it is desired that the name adopted be used in future maps, reports and documents
that may be published by the State of Michigan and the United States government.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the name of "Lawrence Lake," located in Section 29 of
Brandon Township, Oakland County, Michigan, be and the same is hereby changed to "Huff Lake."
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the County Clerk forward a certified copy of this resolution,
together with a map showing the particular geological feature affected, to the Geological Survey
Division of the Department of Natural Resources, Lansing, Michigan.
The Planning and Building Committee, by Richard R. Wilcox, Chairperson, moves the adoption
of the foregoing resolution.
PLANNING AND BUILDING COMMITTEE
Richard R. Wilcox, Chairperson"
Copy of Map on Page 38 of February 1, 1979 meeting.
The Chairperson asked if any person wished to speak on the Name Change.
Leslie L. Wright, Supervisor of Brandon Township spoke in favor of the Name Change.
No other persons requested to speak and the Public Hearing was declared closed.
Mr. Wilcox stated he had heard there is another Lake in Oakland County by the same name,
so requested the resolution be referred back to the Planning and Building Committee. There were no
objections.
Misc. 8828
By Mr. Murphy
IN RE: COMMITMENT OF COUNTERCYCLICAL . FUNDS
To the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
Mr. Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
WHEREAS the County has received countercyclical funds under the Public Works Act of
1976; and
WHEREAS the Antirecession Assistance Regulations require units of local government to
obligate these funds and the interest earned thereon within a six month period following receipt
of said funds; and
WHEREAS $5,900.76 interest on countercyclical funds has not been previously committed;
WHEREAS countercyclical funds and interest may be used to maintain existing programs; and
WHEREAS the Sheriff's Department lost use of one of its helicopters due to a "blown
engine"; and
WHEREAS replacement of this engine will cost approximately $6,000 and was not budgeted
for.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED the 1979 Budget be amended by increasing the revenue portion-
countercyclical funds by $5,900.76 and increasing the appropriation for equipment repairs and main-
tenance in the Sheriff Department's Helicopter Unit by $5,900.76.
The Finance Committee, by Dennis L. Murphy, Chairperson, moves the adoption of the
foregoing resolution.
FINANCE COMMITTEE
Dennis L. Murphy, Chairperson
Moved by Murphy supported by Roth the resolution be adopted.
AYES: Moffitt, Monlante, Moote, Murphy, Page ., Patterson, Peterson, Price, Roth,
DiGiovanni, Doyort, Fortino, Gabler, Gorsline, Hobart, Kelly, Lewand, McConnell. (18)
NAYS: None. (0)
A sufficient majority having voted therefor, the resolution was adopted.
and and
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Misc. 8829
By Mr. Murphy
IN RE: TRAVEL RE1MBURsEMENT RATES
To the Oakland ( ,fhty ,ard of Commissioners
Mr. Chairpor h f nd Gentlemen:
WHEEI• 111, rd of CommHnionorn hy Miscellaneous Resolution ///344 adopted Travel
Regulations :4 ,r ,libe travel reimbursement ',des; and
WHERL, th,se rates were last ,ilodified in February, 1978 by Miscellaneous Rr;solution
#8316 and have since experienced considerable inflationary pressure; and
WHEREAS the administration of the current Travel Regulations is becoming more and more
difficult due to an ever increasing number of exceptions, .
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED the rates allowed be increased with the schedule below:
Normal Travel
Lodging 130,00 Plus Tax
Breakfast 2.50
Lunch 3.50
Dinner 7.00
National or State Conventions, Conferences or Seminars
Lodging $50.00
Breakfast 3.50
Lunch 4.50
Dinner 9.50
The Finance Committee, by Dennis L. Murphy, Chairperson, moves the adoption of the
foregoing resolution.
FINANCE COMMITTEE
Dennis L. Murphy, Chairperson
Copy of Survey of Reimbursement Rates for Travel on file in the County Clerk's Office.
Moved by Murphy supported by Moore the resolution be adopted.
AYES: Montante, Moore, Murphy, Page, Patterson, Peterson, Price, Roth, Wilcox, Aaron,
DiGiovanni, Doyon, Fortino, Gabler, Hobart, Kelly, Lewand, McConnell, Moffitt. (19)
NAYS: None. (0)
A sufficient majority having voted therefor, the resolution was adopted.
Misc. 8830
By Mr. Murphy
IN RE: RETENTION OF OUTSIDE LEGAL COUNSEL IN ROAD COMMISSION ET AL V. DANIEL MURPHY ET AL
To the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
Mr. Chairperson, Ladie and Gentlemen:
WHEREAS by Miscellaneous Resolution #8032 the Board required the retention of outside
legal counsel to be reviewed and approved by Civil Counsel; and
WHEREAS Miscellaneous Resolution #8082 required Board approval before outside counsel
could be reimbursed; and
WHEREAS the subject case in the opinion of Civil Counsel, required retention of outside
counsel; and
WHEREAS cost of legal services in the above mentioned case through January 9, 1979 is
$9,246.75.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED $9,246.75 be transferred from the Contingent Fund to the
Professional Services line-item in the County Executive Administration budget - said funds to be
used to retain Harding, Gortz, Heath and Baumbart - Attorneys at Law.
The Finance Committee, by Dennis L. Murphy, Chairperson, moves the adoption of the
foregoing resolution.
FINANCE COMMITTEE
Dennis L. Murphy, Chairperson
Moved by Murphy supported by Patterson the resolution be adopted.
AYES: Murphy, Page, Patterson, Peterson, Roth, Wilcox, DiGiovanni, Gabler, Gorsline,
Hobart, Kelly, McConnell, McDonald, Moffitt, Montante. (15) ,
NAYS: Moore, Pernick, Price, Aaron, Doyon, Fortino, Lewand. (7)
A sufficient majority having voted therefor, the resolution was adopted.
Commissioners Minutes Continued: March I, 1979 104
Misc. 8831
By Mr. Murphy
IN RE: ADDITIONAL VEHICLE FOR PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT
To the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
Mr. Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
WHEREAS pursuant to Miscellaneous Resolution 117393 of December 18, 1975 the Oakland
County Board of Commissioners adopted a "County policy on assignment of County Vehicles"; and
WHEREAS the policy for additional vehicles requires the affirmative recommendation of the
County Executive and the approval of the Finance Committee; and
WHEREAS the policy also states that the Finance Committee shall recommend to the Board of
Commissioners an appropriation sufficient to cover the acquisition cost plus monthly lease charges
for the balance of the current year; and
WHEREAS there are outside agencies which have in the past and are presently leasing cars
from the Oakland County Garage; and
WHEREAS the Oakland County Board of Commissioners has no budgetary control over these
outside agencies; and
WHEREAS the Oakland County Parks and Recreation Department has made a request to lease
an additional vehicle from the Oakland County Garage; and
WHEREAS the Finance Committee feels that Section "G" of the County Car Policy should not
apply in this instance.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Commissioners authorize the use of the one
(1) vehicle requested by Parks and Recreation.
The Finance Committee, by Dennis L. Murphy, Chairperson, moves the adoption of the
foregoing resolution.
FINANCE COMMITTEE
Dennis L. Murphy, Chairperson
Moved by Murphy supported by Fortino the resolution be adopted.
AYES: Murphy, Page, Patterson, Pernick, Peterson, Price, Roth, Wilcox, Aaron, DiGiovanni,
Doyon, Fortino, Gabler, Gorsline, Hobart, Kasper, Kelly, Lewand, McConnell, McDonald, Moffitt,
Montante, Moore. (23)
NAYS: None. (0)
A sufficient majority having voted therefor, the resolution was adopted.
Misc. 8832
By Mr. Gorsline
IN RE: ESTABLISHING PER DIEM FOR AREA AGENCY ON AGING
To the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
Mr. Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
WHEREAS the Board of Commissioners by Miscellaneous Resolution 116969 of 1975 did establish
the per diem rate for boards, commissions and authorities at $35.00 unless otherwise established
by law; and
WHEREAS of the six counties in the Area Agency on Aging, Region 1-B, four counties pay
their members per diem and mileage.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Oakland County Board of Commissioners does hereby
authorize payment of per diem at 535.00 and mileage to the Board of Commissioners' delegate to the
Area Agency on Aging 1-B or the alternate when attending in place of the delegate.
The General Government Committee, by Robert H. Gorsline, Chairperson, moves the adoption
of the foregoing resolution.
GENERAL GOVERNMENT COMMITTEE
Robert H. Gorsline, Chairperson
Moved by Gorsline supported by McConnell the resolution be adopted.
, The Chairperson referred the re,,olution to the Finance Committee. -there more no objections.
Moved by Gorsline supported by Pei -nick the rules be suspended for immediate consideration
of the appointments to the Mental Health Board.
AYES: Page, Patterson, Pernick, Peterson, Price, Roth, Wilcox, Aaron, DiGiovanni, Doyon,
Fortino, Gabler, Gorsline, Hobart, Kasper, Kelly, Lewand, McConnell, McDonald, Moffitt, Montante,
Moore, Murphy. (23)
NAYS: None. (0)
A sufficient majority having voted therefor, the motion carried.
Mr. Gorsline nominated Paul Averill, Hubert Price, Jr„, Thomas 3anaS and Edgar Geist, M.D.
as members of the Mental Health Board for terms ending December 31, 1981.
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There were no further nominations.
The vote was as follows:
I n Aver 11, B(,n(s, Geist, M.D., Price
F Ave '11, B(.na „ Geist, M.D., Price
(n - Ave ill, B( i•• , teist, M.D., Price
Pri(e - Averill, B.c., Ceist, M.D.,
Fs.th - Aver ill, Be,, Ceist, M.D., Price
Wilcox - Averill, Ceist, M.D., Price
Aaron - Averill, E.,, Ceist, M.D., Price
DiGiovanni - Ave rill, E r Ceist, M.D., Price
Deyon - Averill, j Geist, M.D., Price
Fortino Averill, En , Geist, M.D., Price
Gabler - Averill, B- :s, Geist,. M.D., Price
Corsline Averill, Geist, M.D., Price
Hobart - Averill, Banas, Geist, M.D., Price
Kasper - Averill, Banas, Geist, M.D., Price
Kelly - Averill, Banas, Geist, M.D., Price
Lewand - Averill, Ban as, Geist, M.D., Price
McConnell - Averill, Banas, Geist, m.p., Price
McDonald - Averill, Banas, Geist, M.D., Price
Moffitt Averill, Banas, Geist, M.D., Price
Montante - Averill, Banas, Geist, M.D., Price
Moore Averill, Banas, Geist, M.D., Price
Murphy Averill, Banes, Geist, M.D., Price
Page - Averill, Banas, Geist, M.D., Price
The result of the roll call vote was:
Paul Averill - 23
Thomas Bands - 23
Edgar Geist, M.D. - 23
Hubert Price, Jr. - 22
Paul Averill, Thomas Banas, Edgar Geist, M.D., and Hubert Price, Jr., each having
received sufficient votes were declared elected members of the Mental Health Board for terms
ending December 31, 1981.
Misc. 8833
By Mr. Peterson
IN RE: AREA AGENCY ON AGING - INCREASE IN LOCAL MATCH FUNDING
To the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
Mr. Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
WHEREAS the Area Agency on Aging is a regional organization engaged in planning and
coordination of services to older people in a six county area including Oakland County; and
WHEREAS the County of Oakland has provided local match funds to the Area Agency on Aging
in the amount of $9,900.00 annually for both 1977 and 1978; and
WHEREAS the 1979 final budget presentation provides for local match funding of S10,600.00
to the Area Agency on Aging based on recommendations from the Finance Committee and the County
Executive; and
WHEREAS your Health and Human Resources Committee has reviewed and approved a request by
the Area Agency on Aging to increase the 1979 Oakland County local match funding to $13,452.00 to
provide for additional administration expenses.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Oakland County Board of Commissioners authorize
1979 calendar year local match funding in the amount of $13,452.00 to the Area Agency on Aging
The Health and Human Resources Committee, by John J. Peterson, Chairperson, moves the
adoption of the foregoing n solution.
HEALTH AND HUMAN RESOURCES COMMITTEE
John H- Peterson, Chairperson
Moved by Peterson 'iupported by Roth the resolution be adopted.
The Chairperson referred the resolution to the Finance Committee. There were no objections.
misc. 8834
By Mr. Peterson
IN RE: INCREASE IN FOSTER HOME RATES - JUVENILE COURT
To the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
Mr. Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
WHEREAS the State Department of Social Services has established new foster care rates
for children placed in licensed foster home facilities, such rates effective as of October 1, 1978;
and
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WHEREAS the Juvenile Division of the Probate- Court has recommended that an increase from
the present rate range and the annual clothing allowance be made in the Foster Home Rate in order
that licensed foster homes may remain in operation.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED tht your Committee recommends that effective October 1, 1978,
the following Foster fare Rates and year l clothing allowance be applicable:
ESTER BOARD CARE RATES
AGE OLD RATE NEW RATES INCREASE
3.72 .73
7-12 4.62 5.51 .89
13 and Up 7.02 7.44 .42
Increase per diem per child
INITIAL CLOTHING RATES
0-6 97.00 103.00 6.00
7-12 151.00 160.00 9.00
13 and Up 217.00 230.00 13.00
ANNUAL CLOTHING ALLOWANCE
0-6 185.50 207.75 22.25
7-12 232.20 258.45 26.25
13 and Up 272.20 289.50 17.30
The Health and Human Resources Committee, by John H. Peterson, Chairperson, moves the
adoption of the foregoing resolution.
HEALTH AND HUMAN RESOURCES COMMITTEE
John H. Peterson, Chairperson
Moved by Peterson supported by Montante the resolution be adopted.
The Chairperson referred the resolution to the Finance Committee. There were no objections.
Misc. 8835
By Mr. Peterson
IN RE: ALTERNATIVE TO HOSPITAL PILOT PROGRAM - PONTIAC GENERAL HOSPITAL
To the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
Mr. Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
WHEREAS your Health and Human lesources Committee has reviewed and approved a proposal by
the Community Mental Health Division, Hui in Services Department for the establishment of an
Alternative Treatment Pilot program whict is designed as an alternative to hospitalization for
the severely, emotionally disturbed adult who has already been clinically judged as in need of
inpatient hospitalization; and
WHEREAS the Alternative Treatmcdt Pilot (ATP) will be operated by the Pontiac General
Hospital Community Mental Health Clinic wider a contract with the Community Mental Health Division
and will provide a diverse range of outpwient mental health services to clients referred from
Clinton Valley Center in an effort to demonstrate the effectiveness of such community based services
as an alternative to inpatient care for clinically suitable patients; and
WHEREAS services offered by the ATP will include individual and group psychotherapy,
medication, case management and addlt foster care facilities placement, short-term shelter,
resocialization, crisis intervention on a twenty-four (24) hour basis and coordination of adjunctive
services from the community; and
WHEREAS clients referred to the ATP will generally receive two to three months of intensive
therapy, followed by maintenance therapy, follow-up and crisis intervention as needed; and
WHEREAS the State Departuent of Mental Health is now prepared to fund the ATP for a two
(2) year period commencing approxitotely foril 1, 1979; and
WHEREAS such two (2) year perioc includes a six month phase-up period corresponding to the
last half of the State fiscal year during which a limited number of referrals from Clinton Valley
Center will be accepted.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED thet the Oakland County Board of Commissioners approve in
concept the two year alternative to hospital pilot program to be operated by the Pontiac General
Hospital Community Mental Health Clinic under a contract with the Community Mental Health Division,
Human Services Department; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Oakland County Board of Commissioners approve funding for
the April 1 - December 31, 1979 program period in the amount of $8305.00.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that any 1980 calendar year funding considerations be dependent
upon the evaluation and success of the 1979 program period.
The Health and Human Resources Committee, by John H. Peterson. Chairperson, moves the
adoption of the foregoing resolution.
HEALTH AND HUMAN RESOURCES COMMITTEE
John H. Peterson, Chairperson
Moved by Peterson supported by Fortino the resolution be adopted.
The Chairperson referred the resolution to the Finance Committee. There were no objections.
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Misc. 88"LE
By Mr. F(E•
IN RE: CONVIL I'M Of PART-TIME CONTRACT PATHOLOGIST TO FULL-TIME SALARIED POSITION IN MEDICAL
EXAMINCP DIvl Is 1, HUMAN SERVICE'S OFPARTMEN1
To the kl n1 ,unly Board of Conaissioners
Mr. Chairp Im, Ladies and Gentlemen:
OUELLEAS your Health and Human Resources Committee has reviewed and approved the proposal
for conversion of a part-time contract pathologist to a full-time salaried position at the Medical
Examiner Division; and
WHEREAS the overall increase in autopsies performed by the Medical Examiner Division over
the past several years together with necessary increases in the contract fee for autopsies performed
by the contract pathologist has resulted in a 1978 expenditure for contract autopsies of $60,400
or $14,672 over budget in that line item (Exhibit 1, attached); and
WHEREAS conversion of the contractual arrangement to a full-time salaried pathologist
position would result in an annual cost at 1979 rates of $48,568 including fringes or $11,832 less
than the 1978 actual cost; and
WHEREAS substantial advantages would accrue from having a full-time salaried pathologist
on staff in addition to the Medical Examiner; such advantages to include:
1. Quicker service for families, funeral homes and law enforcement agencies with reduced
cost vs. 1978 actual expense.
2. Increased opportunity for pathologist to be present at scene of crime where appropriate.
3. Increased opportunity to utilize expertise of Medical Examiner for laboratory improve-
ment/cost reduction efforts at Public Health Division and Medical Care Facility; and
WHEREAS the present contract pathologist has expressed a willingness to serve in the full-
time salaried position.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Oakland County Board of Commissioners approve the
creation of one full-time salaried pathologist position at the currently established annual salary
for that classification of $40,295.
The Health and Human Resources Committee, by John H. Peterson, Chairperson, moves the
adoption of the foregoing resolution.
HEALTH AND HUMAN RESOURCES COMMITTEE
John H. Peterson, Chairperson
Copy of Exhibit 1 on file in the County Clerk's Office.
Moved by Peterson ;upported by Pernick the resolution be adopted.
The Chairperson referred the resolution to the Finance Committee and Personnel Committee.
There were no objections.
Misc. 8837
By Mr. Peterson
IN RE: ACCEPTANCE OF SECOND YEAR FUNDING FOR THE WOMEN, INFANTS AND CHILDREN GRANT
To the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
Mr. Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
WHEREAS the Health and Human Resources Comnittee in accordance with the Federal and State
Grant procedures has approved acceptance of the second year funding for the supplemental food
program for Women, Infants and Children; and
WHEREAS 100 percent of the funding for theWomen, Infants and Children Grant is provided
by the United States Department of Agriculture through the State of Michigan as shown on the attached
financial analysis.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that second year funding for the Women, Infants and Children
Grant program in the amount of $1,357,547 be accepted by the Oakland County Board of Commissioners.
The Health and Human Resources Committee, by John H. Peterson, Chairperson, moves the
adoption of the foregoing resolution.
HEALTH AND HUMAN RESOURCES COMMITTEE
John H. Peterson, Chairperson
Moved by Peterson supported by Aaron the rules be suspended for immediate consideration
of the resolution.
AYES: Perinoff, Pernick, Peterson, Price, Roth, Wilcox, Aaron, DiGiovanni, Doyon, Fortino,
Gabler, Gorsline, Hobart, Kasper, Kelly, fewand, McConnell, McDonald, Moffitt, Montante, Moore, Page,
Patterson. (23)
NAYS: None. (0)
A sufficient majority having voted therefor, the motion carried.
Moved by Peterson supported by Fortino, Kelly and Montante the resolution be adopted.
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AYES: Peterson, Price, Roth; Wilcox, Aaron, DiGiovanni, Doyon, Fortino, Gabler, Gorsline,
Hobart, Kasper, Kelly, Lewand, McConnell, McDonald, Moffitt, Montante Moore, Page, Patterson,
Perinoff. (22)
NAYS: None. (0)
A sufficient majority having voted therefor, the resolution was adopted.
Misc. 8838
By Mr. McDonald
IN RE: ESTABLISHMENT OF CLASSIFICATION AND SALARY 'RANGE OF FIRST ASSISTANT CIVIL COUNSEL
To the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
Mr. Chairperson, Laiies and Gentlemen:
WHEREAS in recent years the Civil Counsel has received an ever increasing number of
requests for legal opinions from the Board of Commissioners and for Merit Rule interpretations and
Act 139 opinions from Elected Officials and Department Heads; and
WHEREAS the Civil Counsel now spends the majority of his time responding to the large
number of requests for interpretations and opinions directed specifically to the Civil Counsel and
in attendance at Board of Commissioners meetings and other boards and committees; and
WHEREAS the workload of the As' istant Civil Counsels has increased by the expansion of
County properties, an increasing amount of litigation and an obligation to represent petitioners
in Mental Health hearings; and
WHEREAS the Civil Counsel has requested the new classification of First Assistant Civil
Counsel to coordinate the day-to-day activities of the office, assign and review the caseload of
the other Assistant Civil Counsels and provide necessary training and technical guidance in addition
to carrying a regular caseload; and
WHEREAS the Personnel Committee has reviewed this request and concurs,
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the classification of First Assistant Civil Counsel be
established with the following salary range:
BASE 6 MONTH 1 YEAR 18 MONTH 2 YEAR O.T.
29,970 30,775 31,52 32,388 33,195 No
AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that one current Senior Assistant Civil Counsel position be
reclassified to First Assistant Civil Counsel.
The Personnel Committee, chaired by John J. McDonald, Chairperson, moved the adoption
of the foregoing resolution.
PERSONNEL COMMITTEE
John J. McDonald, Chairperson
Moved by McDonald suppcirted by Lewand the resolution be adopted.
The Chairperson referred the resolution to the Finance Committee. There were no objections.
Misc. 8839
By Mr. McDonald
IN RE: SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT - CREATE THREE- (3) STUDENT POSITIONS
To the Oakland County Board of Commissioners ,t
Mr. Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
WHEREAS there has been an increasing volume of paperwork in the Administration Division
of the Sheriff's Department; and
WHEREAS a C.E.T.A. Typist II position assigned to this Division has been vacant since
June, 1978 due to the freeze on filling C.E.T.A. positions; and
WHEREAS monthly reports involving juvenile cases are required to be filed by the Community
Services Unit for which statistical data must be gathered; and
WHEREAS a C.E.T.A. Police Para-rofessional position has been vacant in the Community
Services Unit since September, 1973 due to the freeze on filling C.E.T.A. positions; and
WHEREAS police officers assigned to thetCommunity Services Unit are currently collecting
data and typing required reports; and
WHEREAS there is currently no one in the Community Services office to answer phone calls
and take messaqes when officers an' investigating cases; and
WHEREAS a Typist 1 position assfaled to the Civil Unit was transferred to the Records
Unit in 1973 and has never been replaced; end
WHEREAS the Civil Unit has realised a significant increase in workload since 1976 in
processing criminal subpoenas as we as civil subpoenas,
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the following budgeted positions be created, one each in
the Administrative, Civil and Corrective, Services Units of the Sheriff's Department:
three (3) - Student
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that preference be given to those qualified applicants for the
positions who are economically disadvantaged.
The Personnel Committee', by John J. McDonald, Chairperson, moves the adoption of the
foregoing resolution.
PERSONNEL COMMITTEE
John J. McDonald, Chairperson
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Moved by McDonald supported by Moore the resolution be adopted.
The Chairperson referred the resolution to the Finance Committee. There were no
objections.
Misc. 8840
By Mr. McDonald
IN RE: SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT - CREATE TWO (2) DETENTION OFFICER POSITIONS
To the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
Mr. Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
WHEREAS the Sheriff's Department has the responsibility of operating the Court Detention
section of the Oakland County Courthouse; and
WHEREAS the State of Michigan mandated that three (3) new judges be added to the Oakland
County Circuit Court, effective January 1, 1979; and
WHEREAS the Sheriff has cited increased trial activity and an increase in the number of
requests for transport to state penal institutions and other such institutions; and
WHEN:, the Sheriff has also cited that additional help is required to adequately secure
the three (3) h,w aurtrooms, due to their locations; and
WHE.F . the amount of overtime worked during 1978 by Detention Officers in the Circuit
Court Unit equ lcd 2.35 positions,
NOW IdEREFORE BE It RESOLVED that the following budgeted positions be created in the
Sheriff's Department, Correciive Services Division for court detail work:
two (2) - Detention Officer
The Personnel Committee, by John J. McDonald, Chairperson, moves the adoption of the
foregoing resolution.
PERSONNEL COMMITTEE
John J. McDonald, Chairperson
Moved by McDonald supported by Fortino the resolution be adopted.
The Chairperson referred the resolution to the Finance Committee. There were no objections.
Misc. 8841
By Mr. McDonald
IN RE: PROSECUTOR'S OFFICE - CREATE ONE (1) ASSISTANT PROSECUTOR III POSITION
To the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
Mr. Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
WHEREAS the Prosecutor has been charged with the responsibility of appearing on behalf
of the People of the State of Michigan in all felony cases pending before the Oakland County Circuit
Court; and
WHEREAS this responsibility necessitates the assignment of Prosecuting Attorneys to each
judge of the Circuit Court; and
WHEREAS the State of Michigan mandated that three (3) new judges be added to the Oakland
County Circuit Court, effective January I, 1979; and
WHEREAS the necessity of assigning additional Assistant Prosecutors to the new Circuit
Courts to handle the resulting increased caseload has shortchanged other divisions within the
Prosecutor's Office,
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the following budgeted position be created:
One (1) -- Assistant Prosecutor 111
The Personnel Committee, by John J. McDonald, Chairperson, moves the adoption of the
foregoing resolution.
PERSONNEL COMMITTEE
John J. McDonald, Chairperson
Moved by McDonald supported by Lewand the resolution be adopted.
The Chairperson referred the resolution to the Finance Committee. There were no objections.
Misc. 8842
By Mr. McDonald
IN RE: 1978-1980 LABOR AGREEMENT FOR EMPLOYEES REPRESENTED BY THE OAKLAND COUNTY COURT REPORTERS
ASSOCIATION
To the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
Mr. Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
WHEREAS a labor agreement covering the Court Reporter 111's of the Oakland County Circuit
Court has been negotiated with the Oakland County Court Reporters Association; and
WHEREAS a two and one-half (2-1/2) year agreement has been reached with the Association
for the period July 1, 1978 through December 31, 1980, and said agreement has been reduced to
writing; and
WHEREAS your Personnel Committee has reviewed the agreement covering employees represented
by the Association and recommends approval of the agreement;
President
DATED:
Fred Mester, Court Administrator on
behalf of the Circuit Court
SUBJECT TO BOARD APPROVAL
Commissioners Minutes Continued. March 1, 1979 110
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the agreement between the Oakland County Circuit Court,
the County of Oakland, and the Oakland County Court Reporters Association be and the same is hereby
approved, and that the Chairperson of this Board, on behalf Of the County of Oakland, be and is
hereby authorized to execute said agreement, a copy of which is attached hereto.
The Personnel Committee, by John J. McDonald, Chairperson, moves the adoption of the
foregoing resolution.
PERSONNEL COMMITTEE
John J. McDonald, Chairperson
AGREEMENT
This Agreement is entered into between the Circuit Court for the Sixth Judicial Circuit of
Michigan (hereinafter referred to as Employer) and Oakland County Court Reporters Association (here-
inafter referred to as Association).
1) PURPOSE - The general purpose of this Agreement is to set forth certain terms and
conditions of employment.
2) RECOGNITION - Pursuant to and in accordance with all applicable provisions of Act 379 of
the Public Act of 1965, the Employer recognizes the Association as the sole and exclusive collective
bargaining representative for all Circuit Court Stenographers.
3) RULES - During the period of this Agreement the members of the Association shall
continue to enjoy the economic fringe benefits received by all County employees, including but not
limited to hospitalization insurance, dental insurance, retirement pension, group life insurance,
service increments, social security, and workman's compensation supplemental pay and shall, through-
out the term of this contract receive all other new fringe benefits, excluding general salary increases
received by other County employees. For rurposes of figuring non-economic fringe benefits including
but not limited to annual leave, sick leave, and death leave, members of the Association shall be
considered non-Merit System Employees.
4) SALARY - For the duration of the Agreement the Circuit Court Reporters 111's shall be
paid a minimum flat annual salary according to the following schedule:
July 1, 1978 through December 31, 1978
Classification Flat Rate Overtime Percentage Increase Over Previous Flat Rate
Court Reporter 111 $18,816 None
January 1, 1979 through December 31, 1979
Classification Flat Rate Overtime Percentage Increase Over Previous Flat Rate
Court Reporter 111 $20,227 , None
January 1, 1980 through December 31, 1980
Classification Flat Rate Overtime Percentage Increase Over Previous Flat Rate
Court Reporter 111 $21,441 -None
If the County employees who are members of AFSCME Locals 1998 and 2437 receive a general
salary percentage increase greater than the minimum set out above for any respective period for
the duration of the Agreement, the members of the Association shall receive the higher percentage
increase.
" 5) DUTIES - Each Judge shall have the right to hire and to terminate the employment of his
or her reporter. At all times relevant hereto under this Agreement the members of the Association
are subject to and shall be required to perform on, under, and subject to the instruction, direction.
and control of the particular Judge employing the particular member. The members of the Association
shall be avilable for work seven days a week, twenty-four hours a day, at the direction of the Judge
by whom the particular member is employed.
The Chief Judge shall have the right to hire and terminate the employment of the swing
reporter. The swing reporter shall be assigned by the Chief Judge to a particular Judge from time
to time and once assigned, shall be under the direction and control of the Judge to whom he or she
has been assigned as if employed by that Judge.
6) LENGTH OF AGREEMENT - This Agreement is to be effective retroactively, from July 1, 1978
to December 31, 1980.
, IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have set their hands:
ASSOCIATION EMPLOYER
By: ' By:
Daniel Murphy, County Executive Wallace F. Gabler, Chairman of the
Board of Commissioners
Moved by McDonald supported by Aaron the resolution be adopted.
The Chairperson referred the resolution to the Finance Committee. There were no objections.
Misc. 8843
By 'Mr. McDonald
IN RE: EXTENDING THE MANAGER OF DA:A PROCESSING SYSTEMS AND PROGRAMMING POSITION THROUGH JUNE 1, 1979
To the Oakland County Board of Commisso ionors
Mr. Chairperson, Ladies atp Gentlemen:
WHEREAS the Board has resolved that certain management classes in the Computer Services
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Division be del , •, I e.r , • tive April 1, 1979 in anticipation of the County Executive's recommendations
regarding thc , ! of the incumbents; and
WHLRiAl Lo I such recommendations have been presented to the Per Committee on all
but one position which will he forthcoming presently; and
WHEREAS the board and Committee calendars will not readily accomodate the processing of
this final recommendet on be ore April 1, 1979,
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Manager - Data Processing Systems and Programming
position be extended an additional 90 days to Juno 1, 19/9.
The Personnel Conmittee, by John J. McDonald, Chairperson, moves the adoption of the
Foregoing resolution.
PERSONNEL COMMITTEE
John J. McDonald, Chairperson
Moved by McDonald supported by Kelly the resolution be adopted.
The Chairperson referred the resolution to the Finance Committee. There were no objections.
Misc. 8844
By Mr. McDonald
IN RE: ESTABLISHMENT OF THE CLASSIFICATION OF CHIEF OF INSTITUTIONAL AND ALIMONY ACCOUNTING
To the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
Mr. Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
WHEREAS in recent years the Accounting Division has assumed total accounting responsibili-
ties formerly assigned to the Drain Commissioner, Division of Sewer, Water, and Solid Waste, Friend
of the Court - Alimony, and the Medical Care Facility; and
WHEREAS these additional responsibilities have placed a heavy burden on the existing
supervisory staff; and
WHEREAS the State of Michigan has recently changed the reporting requirements and format
for all Health Department accounting; and
WHEREAS this will mean yet an additional increase in the work of the Accounting Division
which cannot be adequately absorbed with current staff,
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the classification of Chief of Institutional and Alimony
Accounting be established with the following salary range:
BASE 1 YEAR 2 YEAR 3 YEAR In YEAR 0/T
23,006 24,315 25,620 26,910 28-,165 No
and that one budgeted Chief of Institutional and Alimony Accounting position be established in the
Accounting Division.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the current Manager of Data Processing Operations be placed in
the new position of Chief of Institutional and Alimony Accounting and that the incumbent remain at
his current annual salary of $29,437 until such time that the salary range of the classification of
Chief of Institutional and Alimony Accounting equals or exceeds that amount.
The Personnel Committee, by John J. McDonald, Chairperson, moves the adoption of the
foregoing resolution.
PERSONNEL COMMITTEE
. John J. McDonald, Chairperson
Moved by McDonald supported by Perinoff the resolution be adopted.
The Chairperson referred the resolution to the Finance Committee. There were no objections.
Misc. 8845
By Mr. McDonald
IN RE: CREATION OF A CLASSIFICATION AND POSITION OF PROGRAM EVALUATION OFFICER
To the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
Mr. Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
WHEREAS the need for a systematic evaluation of many County programs and services has been
recognized for some time; and
WHEREAS prior efforts to achieve such a systematic or comprehensive evaluation through
existing resources have only been partially succetsful; and
WHEREAS the methodology. and technology or comprehensive program evaluations has been de-
veloped and tested by numerous agencies of the feTeral government as well as many local units across
the country; and
WHEREAS the benefits to the County in terms of certainty of decision regarding program
efficiency and effectiveness will more than justily the proposed program evaluation concept.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the classification of Program Evaluation Officer be
established with the following salary range:
BASE 1 YEAR 2 YEAR 3 YEAR 4 YEAR 0/T
2775-6-5 29,745 30,926 32,105 33,286 No
and that one budgeted position of Program Evaluation Officer be created.
The Personnel Committee, by John J. McDonald, Chairperson, moves the adoption of the fore-
going resolution.
PERSONNEL COMMITTEE
John J. McDonald, Chairperson
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Moved by McDonald supported by Price the resolution be adopted.
The Chairperson referred the resolution to the Finance Committee. There were no objections.
Misc. 8846
By Mr. McDonald
IN RE: THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A CLASSIFICATION OF GRANT DEVELOPMENT ADMINISTRATOR
To the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
Mr. Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
WHEREAS the amount of Federal and State funds received by the County has increased many
fold in recent years; and
WHEREAS the complexity of the guidelines and operational requirements associated with
Federal grants have increased greatly; and
WHEREAS the broad scope of many grants is well beyond the function or responsibility of
individual operating departments or local units of government thus seriously limiting the thorough
and proper evaluation of need, utility, and long term financial impact of such erants; and
WHEREAS the classification of Federal and State Aid Coordinator does not describe the
increased responsibility inherent in modern grant administration or the ever increasing importance
of grants to the County.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED Hat the classification of Grant Developw.nt Administrator
be established with the following salary range:
BASE 1 YEAR 2 YEAR 3 YEAR It YEAR 0/T
211770 29,909 31,195 32,457 33,721 No
and that one budgeted position of Grant Development Administrator be created.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the existing classification and budgeted position of Federal
and State Aid Coordinator be deleted.
The Personnel Committee, by John J. McDonald, Chairperson, moves the adoption of the fore-
going resolution.
PERSONNEL COMMITTEE
John J. McDonald, Chairperson
Moved by •McDonald supported by Aaron the resolution be adopted.
The Chairperson referred the resolution to the Finance ComMittec. There were no objections.
Misc. 8847
By Mr. McDonald
IN RE: CREATION OF TYPIST II POSITION IN THE LEGAL RECORDS UNIT OF THE COUNTY CLERK'S OFFICE
To the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
Mr. Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
WHEREAS Public Act 279 of 1977 requires the County Clerk to collect a motion fee on all
motions filed; and
WHEREAS Public Act 318 of 1978 permits defendants to arrange bond releases through the
County Clerk's office; and
WHEREAS three new Circuit Court Judges took office January 1, 1979; and
WHEREAS there has been a resultant increase in the clerical workload in the Clerk's office,
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED to create one (1) budgeted Typist 11 position to be utilized
in the Legal Records Unit of the County Clerk's office.
The Personnel Committee, by John J. McDonald, Chairperson, moves the adoption of the
foregoing resolution.
PERSONNEL COMMITTEE
John J. McDonald, Chairperson
Moved by McDonald supported by Aaron the resolution be adopted.
The Chairperson referred the resolution to the Finance Committee. There were no objections.
Misc. 8848
By Mr. McDonald
IN RE: ADJUSTMENT TO SEWAGE TREATMENT SUPERVISOR 1 AND SEWAGE TREATMENT SUPERVISOR 11 SALARY RANGES
To the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
Mr. Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
WHEREAS increasing legal requirements and public attention on the treatment of sewage as
it relates to the quality of water in neighboring lakes and streams has placed an increasing emphasis
on licensing requirements with resulting supply and demand problems for licensed operators; and
WHEREAS the County classification of Sewage Treatment Supervisor 11 requires an "A" level
of state certification, a license particularly limited in number statewide; and
WHEREAS analysis of recent salary information indicates the Sewage Treatment Supervisor 1
salary range and Sewage Treatment Supervisor 11 salary range to be below the agency average for these
classifications; and
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WHEREAS the present N pest adjusts th il y ranges 'of the Sewage Treatment Supervisor
1 and Sewage Treatmere Supervise 11 classef ; ;o the survey im and
WHEREAS --V ries for sTwage Treatmen t r 1 and 11 c, n t bi . addressed at this time
as these are unica 1 ifications who ratio' • st IF bardained; ,d
WHEREAS y io r.ennel Committee h, r, ew• I this reuuest Ahd concurs,
NOW THERE. hl BE IT RESOLVED that tI .d r. nge of the Sewage Treatment Supervisor 1
and Sewage Treatment upervisor 11 classifica ,ions be .Tjust d . ae following manner:
BA. e. 1 Yted 2 3 YEAR 4 YEAR
SEWAGE TREATMENT SUPERVISOR 1 18,757 19,607
SEWAGE TREATMENT SUPERVISOR 11 21,489 22,711 23,931 25,127 26,307 -
FE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Sewage Treatment Supervisor 11 classification be removed
from overtime eligibility and that the Sewage Treatment Supervisor 1 classification be adjusted
to "Exceptional" overtime eligibility.
The Personnel Committee, by John J. McDonald, Chairperson, moves the adoption of the
foregoing resolution.
PERSONNEL COMMITTEE
John J. McDonald, Chairperson
Moved by McDonald supported by Kelly the resolution be adopted.
AYES: Price, Roth, Wilcox, Aaron, Doyon, Fortino, Gabler, Corsline, Hobart, Kelly,
McConnell, McDonald, Moffitl, Moore, Murphy, Page, Patterson, Perinoff, Peterson. (19)
NAYS: None. (0)
A sufficient majol ity having voted therefor, the resolution was adopted.
Misc. 8849
By Mr. McDonald
IN RE: ESTABLISHMENT OF SUMMER SALARY RATES FOR 1979
To the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
Mr. Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
WHEREAS the Beard with the adoption of the 1979 Budget has again approved funds for
this year's Summer Program; and
WHEREAS changes in the Minimum Wage Law effective January 1, 1979 necessitate the
revision of certain summer rates; and
WHEREAS this program has been particularly effective in addressing the County's staffing
needs for seasonal work, summer recreational activities, special projects and general vacation
relief; and
WHEREAS this program has accomplished these objectives in a most cost effective manner
as well as benefiting the students employed,
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the hourly rates for the following Summer Classifications
be revised as follows:
STEP A STEP B
Summer Employee - Level 1 $2.90 $3.15
Summer Employee - Level 111 3.10 3.50
Summer Employee - Level IV 3.50 4.10
and that the classification of Summer Employee - Level 11 (Summer Laborer and Summer Groundskeeper
Aide titles) be reestablished at the following salary range:
STEP A STEP B
Summer Employee - Level 11 $3.10 $3.35
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that Step B of all Summer Employee Levels be paid to students
returning for a second summer or more.
The Personnel Committee, by John J. McDonald, Chairperson, moves the adoption of the
Foregoing resolution.
PERSONNEL COMMITTEE
John J. McDonald, Chairperson
Moved by McDonald supported by Moore the resolution be adopted.
Moved by Moore supported by Price the resolution be amended in the BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED
paragraph by adding "and that preference be given to the economically disadvantaged".
Discussion followed.
AYES: Doyon, Lewand, Moore, Murphy, Perinoff, Pernick, Price. (7)
NAYS: Wilcox, Aaron, DiGiovanni, Fortino, Gabler, Gorsline, Hobart, Kelly, McConnell,
McDonald, Moffitt, Page, Patterson, Peterson. (14)
A sufficient majority not having voted therefor, the amendment failed.
Commissioners Minutes Continued. March 1, 1979 114
Vote on resolution:
AYES: Aaron, DiGiovanni, Doyon, Fortino, Gorsline, Hobart, Kelly, Lewand, McConnell,
McDonald, Moffitt, Montante, Moore, Murphy, Page, eatterson, Perinoff, Pernick, Peterson, Price,
Wilcox. (21)
NAYS: Gabler. (1)
A sufficient majority having voted therefor, the resolution was adopted,
Misc. 8850
By Mr- McDonald
IN RE: AMENDMENT TO RETIREMENT SYSTEM - COST-OF-LIVING
To the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
Mr. Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
WHEREAS by Miscellaneous Resolution 7388 adopted December 18, 1975, the Oakland County
Board of Commissioners provided the retirees from the Oakland County Employees' Retirement System
with their last cost of living adjustment benefit effective January 1, 1976; and
WHEREAS the cost of living -lncreases since January 1, 1976, have accelerated sharply; and
WHEREAS to compensate for the accelerated cost of living increase since January 1, 1976,
persons who have retired on or before January 1, 1979, should be granted a post retirement cost of
living increase benefit; and
WHEREAS the necessary funds to cover the cost of this benefit will be provided from a
Special Reserve Account of the Oakland County Employees Retirement System and will not require an
appropriation from the County,
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Oakland County Employees' Retirement System be
amended by adding a new sub-paragraph (0 to Section 34.1 to read as follows:
Post Retirement Benefit Increases:
Section 34.1
(f) For a monthly benefit which became effective before January 1, 1979, beginning
with the monthly benefit payment, if any, for the month of January, 1979, the amount of the monthly
benefit shall be increased by 1/6 of 15 of the amount of the benefit otherwise payable for each full
month (excluding any fraction of a month) for the period from the effective date of the benefit to
January 1, 1979; the increase shall be limited to no more than seventy-five dollars per month.
The Personnel Committee, by John J. McDonald, Chairperson, moves the adoption of the
foregoing resolution.
PERSONNEL COMMITTEE
John J. McDonald, Chairperson
Moved by McDonald supported by Gorsline the resolution be adopted.
Discussion followed.
AYES: DiGiovanni, Doyon, Fortino, Gabler, Gorsline, Hobart, Kelly, Lewand, McConnell,
McDonald, Moffitt, Montante, Moore, Murphy, Page, Patterson, Perinoff, Pernick, Peterson, Price,
Wilcox, Aaron. (22)
NAYS: None. (0)
A sufficient majority having voted therefor, the resolution was adopted.
Misc. 8851
By Mr. McDonald
IN RE: ESTABLISHING THE CLASSIFICATION AND SALARY RANGE OF ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT - EMS AND
DISASTER CONTROL
To the Oakland County Board of Commissionels
Mr. Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
WHEREAS the position and classification of EMS Educational Program Coordinator was
established by this Board in May of 1977 based upon a priority need identified and recommended
by the Oakland County Council for Emergency Medical Services; and
WHEREAS since the merger of the Emergency Medical Services and the Disaster Control and
Civil Defense divisions two years ago it has become necessary to utilize the position of EMS
Educational Program Coordinator in the areas of disaster control and civil defense because of the
need to have additional personnel experienced and prepared to coordinate or assist in coordinating
responses to disaster situations and the need to update and improve County disastercontrol and
civil defense programs' including advising and counseling governmental units, private agencies and
volunteer groups on specific phases of disaster control and civil defense matters; and
WHEREAS the proposed class specification designates the Administrative Assistant - EMS
and Disaster Control to assume supervision and responsibility for the division in the absence of
the Manager of EMS and Disaster Control; and
WHEREAS your Peronne I Committee has reviewed [his request .1nd concur!;,
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the classilication Administrative Assistant - EMS and
Disaster Control be established with the following salary range:
BASE 1 YEAR 2 YEAR 3 YEAR 0.T. —
17,-761 18,217 19,033 19,847 Exceptional
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BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the current EMS Educational Program Coordinator position be
reclassified to Administrative Assistant - EMS and Disaster Control with the incumbent placed at
the two (2) year step of the salary range for the remainder of 1979 ., and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the classification EMS Educational Program Coordinator be
deleted.
The Personnel Committee, by John J. McDonald, Chairperson, moves the adoption ol the
foregoing resolution.
PERSeNNLL COMMIT-HA
John J. McDonald, Chairperson
The Chairperson vacated the Chair. Vice Chairperson Lillian V. Moffitt took the Chair.
Moved by McDonald supported by Peterson the resolution be adopted.
The Vice Chairperson referred the resolution to the Finance Committee. There were no
objections.
REPORT
By Mr. McDonald
IN RE: MISCELLANEOUS RESOLUTION 7/8809 - SALARY ADJjSTMENTS AND NEW POSITIONS
To the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
Mr. Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
The Personnel Committee, by John J. McDonald, Chairperson, having reviewed Miscellaneous •
Resolution #8809, Salary Adjustments and New Positions, reports with the recommendation that the
resolution be adopted.
ThePersonnel Committee, by John J. McDonald, Chairperson, moves the acceptance of the
foregoing report.
PERSONNEL COMMITTEE
John J. McDonald, Chairperson
"Misc. 8809
By Mr. Peterson
IN RE: SALARY ADJUSTMENTS AND NEW POSITIONS
To the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
Mr. Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
WHEREAS previous Oakland County Boards of Commission have had a policy wherein requests
for equity increases that were not included in a department's original budget request would not be
considered until the first of July following the adoption of the previous year's budget; and
WHEREAS it is good budget practice to consider only during the budget process compensation
and position changes; and
WHEREAS this policy decreased significantly the number of resolutions being considered
by the Personnel Committee.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Personnel Committee and the Board of Commissioners
go on record as establishing a policy whereby requests for salary adjustments or new positions be
considered only during the annual budget review process as a part of departmental budget requests
and that such items shall not appear on the Personnel Committee agenda unless it is with the con-
currence of the majority of the members of the Personnel Committee.
I, John Peterson, move the adoption of the foregoing resolution.
John H. Peterson, Commissioner - District #6"
Moved by McDonald supported by Peterson the report be accepted.
A sufficient majority having voted therefor, the motion carried.
Moved by McDonald supported by Peterson that Resolution #8809 be adopted.
AYES: Doyon, Fortino, Gorsline, Hobart, Kelly, Lewand, McConnell, McDonald, Moffitt,
Montante, Moore, Murphy, Page, Patterson, Perinoff, Pernick, Peterson, Price, Wilcox, Aaron,
DiGiovanni. (21)
NAYS: None. (0)
A sufficient majority having voted therefor, Resolution 118809 was adopted.
The Chairperson returned to the Chair.
FINANCE COMMITTEE REPORT
By Mr. Murphy
IN RE: MISCELLANEOUS RESOLUTION #8778 - ESTABLISHMENT OF A CLASSIFICATION AND SALARY RANGE OF
WORKER'S COMPENSATION SPECIALIST
To the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
Mr. Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
Pursuant to Rule XI-C of this Board, the Finance Committee has reviewed Miscellaneous
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Resolution #8778 and finds $15,940 necessary to fund the salary cost of the Worker's Compensation
Specialist position for the remainder of 1979. The Finance Committee finds $15,940 available from
the Contingent Fund. Said funds are to be transferred to the salary line item in the Central Services
Administration Division Insurance and Safety unit budget.
FINANCE COMMITTEE
Dennis L. Murphy, Chairperson
REPORT
By Mr. Gorsline
IN RE: MISCELLANEOUS RI SOLUTION #8778 - VSTABLISHMENT Of A CLASSIFICATION AND SALARY RANGE OF
WORKERS' COMPENSATION sPECIALIST
To the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
Mr. Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
The General Government Committee, having review Miscellaneous Resolution #8778, reports
without recommendation
The General Government Committee, by Robert H. Gorsline, Chairperson, moves the acceptance
of the foregoing report.
GENERAL GOVERNMENT COMMITTEE
Robert H. Gorsline, Chairperson
REPORT
By Mr. Wilcox
IN RE: MISCELLANEOUS RESOLUTION #8778 - ESTABLISHMENT OF CLASSIFICATION AND SALARY FOR WORKERS'
COMPENSATION SPECIALIST
To the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
Mr. Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
The Planning and Building Committee, by Richard R. Wilcox, Chairperson, having reviewed
Miscellaneous Resolution #8778, Establishment of Classification and Salary for Workers' Compensation
Specialist, reports with the recommendation that the resolution be adopted.
The Planning and Building Committee, by Richard R. Wilcox, Chairperson, moves the acceptance
of the foregoing report.
PLANNING AND BUILDING COMMITTEE
Richard R. Wilcox, Chairperson
''Misc. 8778
By Mr. McDonald
IN RE: ESTABLISHMENT OF A CLASSIFICATION AND SALARY RANGE OF WORKERS' COMPENSATION SPECIALIST
To the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
Mr. Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
WHEREAS the State of Michigan Workers' Compensation Act of 1969 mandates that the County,
under subsection 41$.115, be covered for workers' compensation claims; and
WHEREAS the County Executive has instituted a self—insured Workers' Compensation Program
in order to meet County responsibilities in administering this program at a minimum cost; and
WHEREAS to implement a Workers' Compensation Program the Director of Central Services has
requested that a position of Workers' Compensation Specialist be added to examine compensation
requests, estimate and monittor lost time expenses to control County costs, and recommend to County
departments improved accident prevention procedures; and
WHEREAS projected investment income from a self-insured Workers' Compensation Program
would offset the costs of this administrative position, associated fringe benefits and legal counsel;
and
WHEREAS your Personnel Committee recommends the establishment of this Workers' Compensation
Specialist classification and salary range,
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the classification of Workers' Compensation Specialist
be established with the following salary range:
BASE 1 YEAR 2 YEAR 3 YEAR 0/T
18,217 19,033 19,847 Reg.
AND BE ET FURTHER RESOLVED that one (1) budgeted position of Workers' Compensation
Specialist be created in the Insurance and Safety Unit of Central Services Administration.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Personnel Committee receive a report on the work of the
Workers' Compensation Specjalist and the self-insured fund on a quarterly basis.
The Personnel Committee, by John J. McDonald, Chairperson, moves the adoption of the
foregoing resolution.
PERSONNEL COMMITTEE
John J. McDonald, Chairperson"
Moved by McDonald supported by Aaron the reports be accepted and Resolution #8778 be
adopted.
AYES: Fortino, Gabler, Gorsline, Hobart, Kelly, Lewand, McConnell, McDonald, Moffitt,
Montante, Moore, Murphy, Page, Patterson, Perinoff, Pernick, Peterson, Price, Wilcox, Aaron, Doyon.
(21)
NAYS: DiGiovanni. (1)
A sufficient majority having voted therefor, the reports were accepted and Resolution
#8778 was adopted.
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Misc. 8852
By Mr. Wilcox
IN RE: SOU hi DETENTION FALILITY AGREEMENT
To the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
Mr. Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
WHERfIs the Oakland County Board ol Commissioners by Miscellaneous Resolution #8607,
dated October 10, 1978, authorized the negotation of on agreement with the City of out for
the purpose c: ( unty operating a thirty-si7 (36) cell detention facility located in the City
of Southfield ' t, Building; and
WHERE , the County of Oakland requires additional joil ,icoOMR• J ions for female.
prisoners since the existing jail facility is inadequate to provide th p.cessary housing for
female prisoners; and
WHEREAS your Committc• has reviewed the attached Southfield Detention Facility Agreement.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RL DIVED that the Oakland County Board of Commissioners hereby
authorizes the Chairperson of th( Board of Commissioners to execute the necessary agreement with
the City of Southfield for the i as-ration of a thirty-six (36) cell detention facility in the City
of Southfield Safety Building.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that Oakland County Sheriff prepare written quarterly progress
reports on inmate population and characteristics which are to be presented to the Public Services
Committee.
The Planning and Building Committee, by Richard R. Wilcox, Chairperson, moves the
adoption of the foregoing resolution.
PLANNING AND BUILDING COMMITTEE
Richard R. Wilcox, Chairperson
SOUTHFIELD DETENTION FACILITY
AGREEMENT
THIS AGREEMENT, made and entered into this day of i 1 979, by
and between the COUNTY OF OAKLAND, a Michigan Constitutional Corporation, hereinafter called
OAKLAND, and the CITY OF SOUTHFIELD, a Michigan Municipal Corporation, hereinafter called SOUTH-
FIELD:
WHEREAS Southfield r-id Oakland are •interested in entering into a contractual arrangement
for the purpose of operating a thirty-six (36) cell detention facility which has been constructed
and is located in and COkh Hd to the Southfield Public Safety Building; and
WHEREAS Oakland pr ,•atly operates a major detention facility at the Oakland County
Service Center and has loon toll experience in the operation of such facilities; and
WHEREAS the parties hereto find it to be in the best interest of law enforcement services
and the efficient carrying out of governmental functions to cooperate in this endeavor;
NOW THEREFORE in consideration of the mutual promises made herein, the parties agree as
follows:
1. SOUTHFIELD AGREES:
A. To complete and nointain the detention facility to meet existing Stale of Michigan
Department of Corrections specifications in effect as of the date of the opening of the facility
and certification as a jail rather than a lock-up.
B. To furnish all maintenance and custodial services, including rubbish and trash
removal, for the facility and provide and pay for all utilities including heat, air conditioning,
power and water.
C. To purchase, install, and maintain communications equipment (except external
telephone service) and electronic surveillance equipment reasonably necessary for prisoner security
and protection.
D. To install and maintain all necessary outside building signs.
E. To provide fire, extended coverage, public liability, and property damage
insurance policies covering the leased premises except as provided for in Article 11, H, hereof.
F. To provide not more than eleven (11) detention personnel to be selected and
employed by the City of Southfield and assigned to work at the facility under the supervision of
the Oakland County Sheriff or his designate.
G. To make available to the facility and its inmates its library service and such
other similar available resources or services which may be helpful in carrying out a prisoner
rehabilitation program.
11. OAKLAND AGREES:
A. To be responsible for the day to day operation of the facility with the
responsibility for 'inmate care and security.
B. To provide the necessary supervisory personnel to include five (5) Sergeants-
Corrections, together with such other personnel as may be necessary for the safe and orderly oper-
ation of the facility.
C. To provide a rehabilitation program and such other services as may be required by
the Michigan Department of Correction.
D. To provide and assume the cot for all food, clothing, bedding, medical services.
WITNESS:
Sigmund A. Beras /s/
Sigmund A. Beras
Gloria F. Wajda /s/
Gloria F. Wajda
STATE OF MICHIGAN)
) SS
COUNTY OF OAKLAND)
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and other inmate care that may be required.
F. To house and maintain a monthly average of a maximum of sixteen (16) prisoners
daily from Southfield at no cost to the City of Southfield.
F. To charge, or assume all costs, for prisoner care at the same daily rate as at the
Oakland County Jail for prisoners from other communities or prisoners from the City of Southfield
that exceed 16 in number as provided for under Article 11, E, hereof.
G. To provide and maintain such signs within the facility as may be necessary for its
operation.
H. To provide liability insurance coverage and such other insurance protection for the
operation of the facility as is comparable to that which is maintained for the Oakland County Jail,
except as provided in Article I, E, hereof.
1.
That prisoners who are considered by the City to constitute a severe security risk
will not be housed at the Southfield Detention Facility.
111, BOTH PARTIES AGREE:
A. That the facility is to be known as Southfield Detention facility.
B. That the facility will be used principally for female prisoners.
C. That they will work together cooperatively to assure the security of the facility
including protected ingress and egress of prisoners and activities related to prisoner visitation.
D. That the Oakland County Sheriff or his designate is responsible for the operation
of the detention facility and supervision of personnel assigned to the detention facility, in
cooperation with the Southfield Police Department which shall have overall responsibility for the
Public Safety Building.
E. That revenues generated for prisoner care will be credited to Oakland County,
subject to Article 11, Sections E and F, hereof.
F. That a coordinating committee shall be as to meet at least quarterly,
or as often as may be desireable, to establish such additional policies and procedures as may be
necessary for the efficient and orderly operation of the facility. Said Committee shall be comprised
of the Oakland County Sheriff, the Di rectal of Public Safety, and the Chief of Police of the City
of Southfield, and a representative from the Southfield Building Authority. Other persons may be
designated to assist the committee upon request, as appropriate to the committee's work.
G. That the term of this Agreement shall begin on the date of the opening of the
facility and shall remain in full force and effect for a period of three (3) years from said date
of opening unless cancelled as provided for under Article 111, H, hereof.
H. This agreement may be cancelled by formal action by the policy making body of either
party upon the giving of ninety (90) days written notice thereof, by certified mail, to the Oakland
County Clerk, if cancelled by Southfield, or to the Southfield City Clerk, if cancelled by Oakland
County.
WITNESS: COUNTY OF OAKLAND, a Michigan
Constitutional Corporation
By: Wallace F. Gabler, Jr., Chairman
Oakland County Board of Commissioners
CITY OF SOUTHFIELD, a Michigan
Municipal Corporation
Donald F. Fracassi /s/
By: Donald F. Fracassi, Mayor
Patrick G. Flannery /s/
By: Patrick G. Flannery, Clerk
On this day 1979, personally appeared Wallace F. Gabler, Jr.,
and did say that he is the Chairman of the Oakland County Board of Commissioners and as such has
affixed his signature to the foregoing Agreement, and that said instrument was signed on behalf of
said County of Oakland, by authority of its Miscellaneous Resolution No. dated
1979, and he acknowledged said instrument to be the free act and deed of said County
of Oakland.
Notary Public
County, Michigan
Date
My Commission Expires
STATE OF MICHIGAN)
) SS
COUNTY OF OAKLAND)
On this 1st day of February, 1979, blare me a Notary Public in and for said County.
personally appeared DONALD F. FRACASSI and PATRICK G. FLANNERY, to me personally known, who being
by me duly sworn, did each for himself say that he is the Mayor and Clerk, respectively, of the
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CITY OF SOUTHFIELD, a Michigan Municipal Corpot tion, th , .1 runt ,tier named in and which executed
the within instruMent and that said instrument s., ioraM Hal , 1 ' in behalf of said corporation
by authority of its City Council, and said DON/I . Ira( I n ,I i , TRICK G. FLANNERY acknowledged
said instrument to be the tree act and deed of oid municirst 1,0ration.
Siahmnd A. bfere_
Notary Public, Sigmund A. Beras
Oakland Count Michigan
Date
My Commissi( I.t 1 2- 1-978--2
Moved by Wilcox supported by Perinoff the resoluti,n be adopted.
The Chairperson referred the resolution to the Finance Committee. There were no objections.
REPORT
By Mr„ Wilcox
IN RE: MISCELLANEOUS RESOLUTION 118811 - ROAD COMMISSION BORROWING
To the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
Mr. Chairperson, Ladies. and Gentlemen:
The Planning and Building Committee, by Richard R. Wilcox, Chairperson, having reviewed
Miscellaneous Resolution 1/8811 - Road Commission Borrowing, reports with the recommendation that
the resolution be adopted. The Committee further recommends that the Road Commission not sell the
bonds unless the gas and weight tax are rolled back.
The Planning and Building Committee, by Richard R. Wilcox, Chairperson, moves the acceptance
of the foregoing report.
PLANNING AND BUILDING COMMITTEE
Richard R. Wilcox, Chairperson
"Misc. 8811
By Mr. Wilcox
IN RE: ROAD COMMISSION BORROWING
To the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
Mr. Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
WHEREAS 1943 PA 143, as amended, authorizes the Board of County Road Commissioners to
borrow money for certain purposes and to issue its note in anticipation thereof, and to pledge for
payment thereof, future revenue derived from State collected taxes returned to the County for
County Road purposes, the maximum amount which may be borrowed to be previously authorized by the
Board of County Commissioners.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of County Road Commissioners of the County of
Oakland is hereby authorized to borrow a sum of money not to exceed $4,000,000.00 to provide funds
for the construction, improvement, maintenance and repair of County Roads, and to issue its notes
therefor, pursuant to said Act 143, at an interest rate not to exceed the maximum rate of interest
permitted by law at the time of sale; pledging for the payment thereof future revenues derived
from State collected taxes returned to the County For County Road purposes. The full faith and
credit of the County shall not be pledged for the payment of such notes.
The Planning and Building Committee, by Richard R. Wilcox, Chairperson, moves the adoption
of the foregoing resolution.
PLANNING AND BUILDING COMMITTEE
Richard R. Wilcox, Chairperson"
Moved by Wilcox supported by Moore the raport be accepted.
A sufficient majority having voted therefor, the motion carried.
Moved by Wilcox supported by Perinoff thit Resolution #8811 be adopted.
Moved by McConnell supported by Patterson the resolution be amended by adding "The
bonds shall not be sold unless the gas and weight taxes are rolled back".
A sufficient majority having voted therefor, the amendment carried.
Vote on resolution as amended:
AYES: Gabler, Gorsline, Hobart, Kasper, (elly, Lewand, McConnell, morritt, Montante,
Moore, Murphy, Page, Patterson, Pen nail Pernick, Peterson, Price, Wilcox, Aaron, Doyon, Fortino,
NAYS: None. (0)
A sufficient majority having voted therefor, Resolution 118811 as amended, was adopted.
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Misc. 8853
By Mr. Patterson
IN RE: DISPOSITION OF PROPERTY HELD BY SHERIFF
To the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
Mr. Chairperson. Ladies and Gentlemcht
WHERE/SS the Sheriff of Dakland County, by letter dated December 11, 1978, has requested
authority from this Board to dispose of recovered stolen property which has been unclaimed for
six months or more after recovery, such authority being necessary pursuant to the provisions of
Act 54 of the Public Acts of 1959, as no
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that authority to dispose of such unclaimed property be and
the same is hereby granted to the Sheriff of Oakland County, such unclaimed property to he disposed
of in the manner prescribed in Act 54 of the Public Acts of 1959, as amended. A list of the
recovered stolen properties is attached hereto.
The Public Services Committee, by Henry W. Hoot, Chairperson, moves the adoption of the
foregoing resolution.
PUBLIC SERVICES COMMITTEE
William T. Patterson, Vice Chairperson
List of stolen properties on file in the County Clerk's Office.
Moved by Patterson supported by Perinoff the resolution be adopted.
- AYES: Gorsline, Hobart, Kasper, Kelly, Lewand, McConnell, McDonald, Moffitt, Montante,
Moore, Murphy, Page, Patterson, Perinoff, Pernick, Peterson, Price, Wilcox, Aaron, Doyon, Fortino,
'Gabler, (22)
NAYS: None. (0)
A sufficient majority having voted therefor, the resolution was adopted.
Misc. 8854
By Mr. Patterson
IN RE: ADJUSTMENT FOR SOUTHFIELD COUNSELING INTAKE AGENCY FY78 BUDGET IN VARIANCE TO APPROVED
RESOLUTION
To the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
Mr. Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
WHEREAS the Oakland County Board of Commissioners by Miscellaneous Resolution 4546
applied for and was granted the designation as Prime Sponsor by the U.S. Department of Labor to
administer the provisions of the Compreheasive Employment and Training Act of 1973; and
WHEREAS the Southfield Counseling Intake Agency has successfully participated in C.E.T.A.,
programming for 2 years; and
WHEREAS the FY/8 operating budget for the Southfield Counseling Intake Agency as approved
by Miscellaneous Resolution #8212 totaled $70,400; and
WHEREAS due to additional clten services and supportive staff needed to aid in the
administration of the Youth Corp Program operated through OLSHA the Southfield Counseling Intake
Centers operating expenses amount 10 77,44C; and
WHEREAS the Berkley Counseling Intake Agency has forfeited $7,188.34 from their FY78
operating budget and provides funding for reallocation to the Southfield Counseling Intake Agency.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED the Oakland County Board of Commissioners approves the
additional FY78 operating budget monies fos the Southfield Counseling Intake Center in the amount
not to exceed $7,040.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Chairperson of the Board of Commissioners be and is hereby
authorized to sign said contract for Southfield Coupseling Intake Center.
The Public Services Committee, by Henry W. Hoot, Chairperson, moves the adoption of the
foregoing resolution.
PUBLIC SERVICES COMMITTEE
William T. Patterson, Vice Chairperson
Moved by Patterson supported by Pernick the resolution be adopted.
AYES: Hobart, Kasper, Kelly, Lewand, McConnell, McDonald, Montante, Moore, Murphy, Page,
Patterson, Perinoff, Pernick, Peterson, Price, Wilcox, Aaron, Doyon, Fortino, Gabler, Gorsline. (21)
NAYS: None. (0)
A sufficient majority having voted therefor, the resolution was adopted.
Misc. 8855
By Mr. Patterson
IN RE: ESTABLISHMENT OF STANDARD COST OF LoW ENFORCEMENT SERVICES AGREEMENTS - TOWNSHIP DEPUTIES
APRIL 1, 1979 - MARCH 1980
To the Oakland County Board of Commissionets
Mr. Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
WHEREAS it is the policy of the Oakland County Board of Commissioners to permit the
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Sheriff Deperfoent to enter into contracts with Townships for the purpo'e of providing Sheriff
Patrol Servi ald
WHIF. S Miscellaneous Resolution 117463 directed the i' r f Management and Budget
to establish r a ontract rates rot later than March I of ec.. I rii ; ar; and
wr!! !P. ach it have been established by thc PH . crt of Management and Budget for
the Townshir i cl year, April 1, 1979 through March 31, i so cans istent with the attached
schedules.
NOW THL-EFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the annual rate . S32,448 be established as the annual
cost per patrolman for the purpose of Law Enforcement Patrol Svrvices for the fiscal year beginning
April 1, 1979, such cost to he billed in monthly increwnts.
Tie Public Services Committee, by Henry W. Hoot, Chairperson, moves the adoption of the
foregoing resolution.
PUBLIC SERVICES COMMITTEE
William T. Patterson, Vice Chairperson
Copy of Schedules on file in the County Clerk's Office.
Moved by Patterson supported by Perinoff the resolution be adopted.
AYES: Kasper, Lewand, McConnell, McDonald, Moffitt, Montante, Moore, Murphy, Page,
Patterson, Perinoff, Pernick, Peterson, Price, Wilcox, Aaron, Doyon, Gabler, Gorsline, Hobart. (20)
NAYS: Fortino, Kelly. (2)
A sufficient majority having voted therefor, the resolution was adopted.
Misc. 8856
By Mr. Patterson
IN RE: 1979 JAIL BOARDING FEES
To the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
Mr. Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
WHEREAS the current daily rate of $13.75 per day for all local units of government and
$17.34 per day for Federal agencies, who use the Oakland County Jail for prisoner confinement was
established in 1978; and
WHEREAS your Committee has reviewed the current rates and finds projected costs sub-
stantiate a rate increase for Oakland County Jail Boarding fees (consistent with the attached
schedule); and
WHEREAS vour Committee also recognizes tie fact that Oakland County subsidizRs many
programs involving local communities who utilize stch services and wish to continue this policy
with the 1979 boarding fees.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Oal land County Board of Commissioners hereby
approve the 1979 Oakland County Jail Boarding fee increase from $17.34 per day to 319.53 per day
for Federal and State agencies who use the Oakland County Jail for prisoner confinement and that
the current rate of $13.75 per day charged to local units of government for prisoner confinement
in the Oakland County Jail remain unchanged, such rates to become effective immediately.
The Public Services Committee, by Henry W. Hoot, Chairperson, moves the adoption of the
foregoing resolution.
PUBLIC SERVICES COMMITTEE
William T. Patterson, Vice Chairperson
Copy of Schedule on file in the County Clerk's Office.
Moved by Patterson supported by Peterson the resolution be adopted.
Moved by Price supported by Moore the resolution be amended in the NOW THEREFORE BE IT
RESOLVED paragraph by changing the last rate of "$13.75" to read "$9.81".
Discussion followed.
Vote on amendment:
AYES: Kelly, Moore, Pernick, Price, Doyon, Fortino. (6)
NAYS: Lewand, McConnell, McDonald, Moffitt, Montante, Murphy, Page, Patterson, Perinoff,
Peterson, Wilcox, Aaron, Gabler, Gorsline, Hobart, Kasper. (16)
A sufficient majority not having voted therefor, the amendment failed.
Vote on resolution:
AYES: Lewand, McConnell, McDonald, Moffitt, MonLonte, Moore, Murphy, Page, Patterson,
Perinoff, Pernick, Peterwn, Price, Wilcox, Aaron, Doyon, Fortino, Gobler, Gorsline. Hobart, Kasper,
Kelly. (22)
NAYS: None. (0)
A sufficient majority having voted therofor, the resolution was adopted.
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The Chairperson vacated the Chair. Vice Chairperson Lillian V. Moffitt took the Chair.
Moved by Price supported by Moore and Fortino the vote on Establishment of Standard Cost
of Law Enforcement Services Agreements - Township Deputies - April 1, 1979 - March 31, 1980, be
reconsidered.
AYES: Moore, Perinoff, Pernick, Price, Doyon, Fortino, Kelly, Lewand. (8)
NAYS: McConnell, McDonald, Moffitt, Montante, Murphy, Page, Patterson, Peterson, Wilcox,
Aaron, Gabler, Gorsline, Hobart, Kasper. (14)
A sufficient majority not having voted therefor, the motion failed.
The Chairperson returned to the Chair.
Misc. 8857
By Mr. Patterson
IN RE: 1579 JAIL BOARDING FEES AT THE TRUSTY CAMP
To the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
Mr. Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
WHEREAS the current daily rate of $21.00 per day for Federal prisoners housed at the
Sheriff's Department Trusty Camp has been reviewed by your Committee; and
WHEREAS projected cost at the Camp substantiates a rate increase for Oakland County
Boarding Fees at the Trusty Camp (consistent with the attached schedule.)
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Oakland County Board of Commissioners hereby
approve the Sheriff's Department Trusty Camp Boarding Fee increase from $21.00 per day to $22.67
per day for Federal prisoners housed at the Sheriff's Department Trusty Camp, such rates to become
effective immediately.
The Public Services Committee, by Henry W. Hoot, Chairperson, moves the adoption of the
foregoing resolution.
PUBLIC SERVICES COMMITTEE
William T. Patterson, Chairperson
Copy of Schedule on file in the County Clerk's Office.
Moved by Patterson supported by Perinoff the resolution be adopted.
AYES: McDonald, Moffitt, Montante, Moore, Patterson, Perinoff, Pernick, Peterson, Price,
Wilcox, Aaron, DiGiovanni, Doyon, Fortino, Gabler, Gorsline, Hobart, Kasper, Kelly, Lewand,
McConnell. (21)
NAYS: None. (0)
A sufficient majority having voted therefor, the resolution was adopted.
Misc. 8858
By Mr. Patterson
IN RE: RENEWAL OF CONTRACT FOR ASSISTANCE BY SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT AT PONTIAC SILVERDOME STADIUM
To the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
Mr. Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen7
WHEREAS the City of Pontiac, by and through its Department of Police is required to
provide police officers for traffic and security assignments during activities at the Pontiac
Silverdome Stadium and reasonable times immediately before and after such activities; and
WHEREAS the City of Pontiac, acting by and through the Department of Police, may need
assistance, and if such need arises, may request the Oakland County Sheriff's Department to
patrol officers to assist in traffic and security assignments at the Pontiac Silverdome Stadium;
and
WHEREAS the Oakland County Sheriff's Department, through the Oakland County Board of
Commissioners, have entered into agreements with the City of Pontiac, Department of Police, to
provide needed assistanceon an overtime availability of Sheriff Deputies as requested by the City
of Pontiac, such overtime cost payable by the City of Pontiac; and
WHEREAS the County of Oakland has offered the attached renewal agreement to the City
of Pontiac, Department of Police for the period January 1, 1979 through December 31, 1979.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Chairperson of the Board of Commissioners is
hereby authorized and directed to execute the attached contract in the name of Oakland County,
consistent with the provisions contained therein.
The Public Services Committee, by Henry W. Hoot, Chairperson, moves the adoption of the
foregoing resolution.
PUBLIC SERVICES COMMITTEE
William T. Patterson, Vice Chairperson
written.
WITNESSES: COUNTY OF OAKLAND, a Michigan
Constitutional Corporation
By
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AGREF,MENT
ThE ad entered into this ist day of January, 1979, by and between the
COUNTY OF 0AhLAT . Michi r tcnstitutional Corporation, her called "COUNTY", and the
CITY OF PONTIAC, a Mi filfaa Municipal Corporatioa. hereinafter called "C!TY";
WHEREAS the City of Fe .fiac by and fti tilt its Department of Police is required to provide
police officers for traffic and curity a i ,t during activities at the Pontiac Stadium and
reasonable times immediately — e after suck activities; and
WHEREAS the City at lc dfc , acting y and through the Department of ilice, may need
assistance, and if such need or may request rhr Oakland County Sheriff's I •. r Jent to supply
patrolmen to as at in ti and urity assignments at the Pontiac Stadium;
WHEREAS the County is a a Lie to provide the number of officers that the Oakland County
Sheriff's Departrent may have avail, ' 'e for such purposes for the consideration he set
forth.
NOW THEREFORE in consideration of the mutual promises of the parties hereto, it is agreed
as follows:
1. The County during activities at the Pontiac Stadium and reasonable time immediately
before and after such activities, will provide, upon the request of the City, patrolmen to assist
in traffic and security assignments at the Pontiac Stadium.
2. The City shall pay to the County for such services the sum of $14.70 per hour for
each deputy furnished by the County.
3. The City shall supply to the Oakland County patrolmen at its own expense, all the
necessary flares, barriers, barricades and other dpvices to be used in traffic control and
security assign ants
4. The County shall bill the City for such services at the Department of Police,
Attention: Chief of Police, 110 East Pike, Pontiae, Michigan 48058, on a monthly basis at the
end of each month, and the City shall pay each bill within fifteen (15) days after the date of
billing.
5. The County, through its Sheriff's Department, by letter addressed to the Chief of
the Department of Police, will designate an officer in the Oakland County Sheriff's Department who
shall be notified by the City as to the number of officers desired by the City. Such notification
may be by telephone or in writing.
6. This contract shall be effective January 1, 1979 through December 31, 1979. The City
may renew said contract for one year periods at rates established by the County by notifying the
County of intention to renew at least 45 days prior to the expiration date. Said notice is to be
sent to the Oakland County Executive and the Oakland County Sheriff, and be it provided further
that either party hereto may elect not to renew same contract by giving notice thereof to the
opposite party at least 45 days prior to the expiration date.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Parties hereto have set their hands the day and date first above
Wallace F. Gabler, Jr.
Chairman, Board of Commissioners
CITY OF PONTIAC
By:
7. The Provisions of the foregoingAgreement are concurred in by:
Daniel T. Murphy
Oakland County Executive
Johannes F. Spreen
Oakland County Sheriff
Moved by Patterson supported by Gorsline the resolution be adopted.
AYES: Moffitt, Montante, Murphy, Page, Patterson, Perinoff, Pernick, Peterson, Price,
Wilcox, Aaron, DiGiovanni, Doyon, Fortino, Gabler, Gorsline, Hobart, Kasper, Kelly, Lewand,
McConnell, McDonald. (22)
NAYS: Moore. (1)
A sufficient majority having voted therefor, the resolution was adopted.
Misc. 8859
By Mr. Patterson
IN RE: RENEWAL OF CONTRACT FOR ASSISTANCE BY SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT AT PINE KNOB MUSIC THEATRE
To the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
Mr. Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
WHEREAS the operators of Pine Knob Music Theatre have requested the Oakland County Sheriff's
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Department to supply deputies for crowd control within the theatre grounds for the upcoming 1979
season; and
WHEREAS the Sheriff's Department has agreed to supply such deputies on an availability
overtime hourly basis, the number of man hours to be determined by the operators of Pine Knob Music
Theatre; and
WHEREAS the County of Oakland shall be reimbursed for such services by the operator of
Pine Knob Theatre at on hourly rate as established by the Oakland County Board of Commissioners.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED thiL the Chairperson of the Board of Commissioners is hereby
authorized and directed to execute the attached contract in the name of Oakland County, consistent
with the provisions contained therein.
The Public Services Committee, by Henry W. Hoot, Chairperson, moves the adoption of the
foregoing resolution. PUBLIC SERVICES COMMITTEE
William T. Patterson, Vice Chairperson
AGREEMENT
THIS AGREEMENT made and entered IITtO this Rt -TaTy- of January, 1979, by and between the COUNTY
OF OAKLAND, a Michigan Constitutional Corporation, hereinafter called "County", and PINE KNOB THEATRE,
INC., hereinafter called "Pine Knob";
WHEREAS Pine Knob is the operator of a summer theatre facility in Independence Township; and
WHEREAS all or certain of the performances may require crowd control within the theatre
grounds; and
WHEREAS Pine Knob desires to utilize that number of deputies at various times in accord-
ance with their evaluation of their requirements; and
WHEREAS Pine Knob agrees to notify the County in advance of its requirements for such
deputies and may the sum of $14.70 per hour, per deputy worked, to the County, said sum to be paid
monthly; and
WHEREAS the County agrees that it Shall furnish deputies from the Oakland County Sheriff's
Department and such equipment as shall be determined necessary for crowd control during the 1979
theatre season.
NOW THEREFORE, for and in consideration of the mutual promises of the parties hereto, it
is agreed as follows:
1. During the 1979 season at Pine Knob, for each theatre performance, the County shall
provide sheriff's Deputies as required by Pine Knob as set forth above, to provide for the
reasonable control and maintenance of order within the theatre grounds. The County takes no
responsibility for estimating the number of deputies necessary.
2. The County shall bill Pine Knob, whose address is: Pine Knob Theatre, Inc., c/o Fisher
Theatre, Fisher Building, Detroit, Michigan 48202, Attention: Donald Brown, for such service, on
a monthly basis at the end of each month beginning June 30, 1979, and Pine Knob shall pay such bill
fifteen (15) days after billing. Interest of one (1%) per month shall be paid on any outstanding
balance from and after due date until paid.
3.. County shall comply with all laws, ordinances, rules, regulations and order of any
public authority bearing on the performances of the work to be performed by the County.
4. County shall be responsible for all the acts and omissions of its deputies which it
acknowledges and agrees are in the status of independent contractors and not employees or agents
as to Pine Knob.
5. County shall indemnify and hold harmless Pine Knob and its principals, agents and
employees, from and aginst all claims, suits, damages, losses and expenses whatsoever, including
attorneys fees, arising out of or resulting from the performance of its deputies' work on the
theatre grounds pursuant to the terms of this Agreement.
6. County agrees to pay all taxes in connection with the work of its deputies pursuant
to this Agreement and to provide and pay for all Workmen's Compensation, hospitalization and other
related employee benefits of its deputies.
7. This Agreement shall terminate at the end of the 1979 season or at any time that
Pine Knob shall be in default.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have set their hands the day and date first above
written.
WITNESSES: COUNTY OF OAKLAND, a Michigan
Constitutional Corporation
Wallace F. Gabler, Jr.
Chairman, Board of Commissioners
PINE KNOB, INC.
By:
W. The Provisions of the foregoing Agreement are concurred in by:
Daniel T. Murphy
Oakland County Executive
Johannes F. Spreen
Oakland County Sheriff
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ME I by Patterson support( i by Moffitt the resolution be adopted.
AYE. • Montante, Murphy, , Fa, erson, Perinoff. Fernick, Peterson, Price, Wilcox,
Aaron, Doyon, Fortino, Gabler, Car 1', K c, Kelly, Lewand. McConnell, McDonald, Moffitt. (20)
NAYS: Hobart. (1)
A sufficient majority having voted therefor, the resolution was adopted.
Misc. 8860
By Mr. Pattereon
IN RE: ESTAIELLAMENT OF 1979 I (N TRACT RATE FOR USE OF SHERIFF DEPUTIES
To the. OH (ounty Neat .1 C -mr:issioners
Mr. Chairp(, pe, Ladies and ' ,Aiemen:
WHH PAS it is the pc a.' of the Oakland County Board of Commissioners to permit the
Sheriff Department to enter inta contractual agreements with various communities and organizations
for the purpc es of providing deputies for traffic and security assignments for various activities
and events; '
WI-TTE the Sheriff Department provides the assistance. on an overtime availability of
Sheriff Del: JS requested, such overtime cost to be billed back to the requesting community
or organiLei - et rates established by the Board of Commissioners; and
WEE EAS such rates for 1979 have been established by the Department of Management and
Budget, consistent with the attached schedule.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the hourly overtime rate of $14.70 be established as
the hourly rate charged for each deputy used for the purpose of traffic and security assignments
as contracted for. This would cover the period January 1, 1979 through December 31, 1979.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that each contract entered into between the Sheriff Department
and Community or or!..onization, must be approved by the Board of Commissioners prior to implementa-
tion of said agreement.
The Public Services Committee, by Henry W. Hoot, Chairperson, moves the adoption oF the
foregoing resolution.
PUBLIC SERVICES COMMITTEE
William T. Patterson, Vice Chairperson
Copy of Schedule on file in the County Clerk's Office.
Moved by Patterson supported by Pernick the resolution be adopted.
AYES. Murphy, Page, Patterson, Perinoff, Peterson, Price, Wilcox, Aaron, DiGiovanni,
Doyon, Gabler, Gorsline, Hobart, Kasper, Kelly, Lewand, McConnell, McDonald, Moffitt, Montante.
(20)
NAYS: None. (0)
A sufficient majority having voted therefor, the resolution was adopted.
Misc. 8861
By Mr. Patterson
IN RE: C.E.T.A. TITLE 1 ON-THE-JOB TRAINING CONTRACTS (PHASE 4C and 5C)
To the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
Mr. Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
WHEREAS the Oakland County Board of Commissioners by Miscellaneous Resolution #6546
applied for and was granted the designation by the U.S. Department of Labor of Prime Sponsor to
administer the provisions of Title 1 of the Comprehensive Employment and Training Act of 1973;
and
WHEREAS On-the-Job Training represents a major component in Oakland County's approved
Manpower Program; and
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Oakland County Board of Commissioners approves
the award of Phases 4C and 5C of C.E.T.A. Title 1 On-the-Job Training contracts in the total
amount of $96,941.00 consistent with the attached budget; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Chairperson of the Board of Commissioners be and is
hereby authorized to sign said On-the-Job TrainirtE contracts for an amount not to exceed that
indicated in the attached budgets.
The Public Services Committee, by Henry W. Hoot, Chairperson, moves the adoption of the
foregoing resolution.
PUBLIC SERVICES COMMITTEE
William T. Patterson, Vice Chairperson
Copy of Budgets on file in the County Clerk's Office.
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Moved by Patterson supported by Moore the resolution be adopted.
AYES: Murphy, Page, Patterson, Perinoff, Pernick, Peterson, Price, Wilcox, Aaron,
DiGiovanni, Doyon, Gabler, Gors line, Hobart, Kasper, Kelly, fewand, McConnell, McDonald, Moffitt,
Montante, Moore. (22)
NAYS: None. (0)
A sufficient majority having voted therefor, the resolution was adopted.
Misc. 8862
By Mr. Patterson
IN RE: C.E.T.A. TITLE 111 HIRE 11 ON-THE-JOB TRAINING CONTRACTS (PHASES 4H and 5H)
To the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
Mr. Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
WHEREAS the Oakland County Board of Commissioners by Miscellaneous Resolution #6546 applied
for and was granted the designation by the U.S. Department of Labor or Prime Sponsor to administer
the provisions of Title 1 of the Comprehensive Employment and Training Act of 1973; and
WHEREAS HIRE 11 On-the-Job Training represents a major component in Oakland County's
approved Manpower Program; and
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Oakland County Board of Commissioners approved the
award of Phases 4H and 5H of C.E.T.A. TITLE 111 HIRE 11 On-the-Job Training contracts in the total
amount of $58,365.00 consistent with the attached budget; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Chairperson of the Board of Commissioners be and is
hereby authorized to sign said contracts for On-the-Job Training contracts for an amount not to
exceed that indicated in the attached budgets.
The Public Services Committee, by Henry W. Hoot, Chairperson, moves the adoption of the
foregoing resolution.
PUBLIC SERVICES COMMITTEE
William T. Patterson, Chairperson
Copy of Budgets on file in the County Clerk's Office.
Moved by Patterson supported by Price the resolution be adopted.
AYES: Page, Patterson, Perinoff, Pernick, Peterson, Price, Wilcox, DiGiovanni, Doyon,
Fortino, Gabler, Gorsline, Hobart, Kasper, Kelly, Lewand, McConnell, McDonald, Moffitt, Montante,
Moore, Murphy. (22)
NAYS: None. (0)
A sufficient majority having voted therefor, the resolution was adopted.
Misc. 8863
By Mr. Patterson
IN RE: FISCAL YEAR 1979 NON-FINANCIAL AGREEMENT
To the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
Mr. Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
WHEREAS the County Board of Commissioners by Miscellaneous Resolution #6546 applied for
and was granted the designation as Prime Sponsor by the United State Department of Labor to administer
the provisions of the Comprehensive Employment and Training Act of 1973; and
WHEREAS the Comprehensive Employment and Training Act of 1973 authorizes a Special
Governor's Grant to provide through the Department of Education vocational education and training
opportunities to economically disadvantaged persons in conjunction with the local Prime Sponsor; and
WHEREAS Oakland County has been notified by the Michigan Department of Education that the
non-financial agreement for fiscal year 1979 planning estimate allocation for Oakland County as Prime
Sponsor is $382,133.00; and
WHEREAS four programs have been recommended to provide vocational classroom training
through the non-financial agreement between Oakland County and the State of Michigan; and
WHEREAS these contract deliverers have previously been reviewed by the Manpower Planning
Council and the Public Services Committee in accordance with our established bidding procedure; and
WHEREAS the Prime Sponsor will provide the allowance payments to the participants in
accordance to the rules and regulations of the Department of Labor in an amount not to exceed
$176,175.00,
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Oakland County Board of Commissioners approves the
recommendations to the Michigan Department of Education for the classroom training programs listed
in Attachment A, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Oakland County Board of Commissioners hereby approves the
allowance budget for said vocational classroom training programs not to exceed $176,175.00, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a written quarterly report for review of performance objectives
will be submitted to the Public Services Committee and the Oakland County Board of Commissioners.
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The Public Services Committee, by Henry W. Hoot, ChairRersor, moves .the adoption of
the foregoing resolution.
PUBLIC SERVICES COMMITTEE
William T. Patterson, Vice Chairperson
Copy of Attachment A on file in the County Clerk's Office.
Moved by Patterson supported by Fortino the resolution be adopted.
AYES: Fattersor
Gabler, Gorsline, Hobart,
NAYS: None. (0)
rinoff, Pernick, Peterson, Price, Wilcox, DiGiovanni, Doyon, Fortino,
Kelly, Lewand, McConnell, McDonald, Moffitt, Montante, Moore. (20)
A sufficient majority having voted therefor, the resolution was adopted.
Misc. 8864
By Mr. Patterson
IN RE: 0.A .R. PROP' EEFORT AND CONTRACT RENEWAL
To the Oakland ;our,/u a of Commissioners
Mr. Cli I rpi r in I ci Gentlemen:
WHEREAS fix kland County Board of Commissioners by Miscellaneous Resolution #6546 applied
for and was granted the designation as Prime Sponsor by the U.S. Department of Labor to administer
the provisions et the Comprehensive Employment and Training Act of 1973; and
WHEREAS Oakland County experiences a great need for placement services for ex-offenders
who come from County, State and Federal penal institutions; and
WHEREAS the Offender Aid and Restoration Agency's primary goal is to provide placement
and supportive services for ex-offenders; and
WHEREAS the Offender Aid and Restoration Agency has presented a budget of 972,661 to be
expended between March 1, 1979 and February 28, 1980;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that Oakland County Board of Commissioners approve this
allocation of $72,661 for a Supportive Service contract for O.A.R. from Title 1 funds, consistent
with the attached budget.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a quarterly written report for review of performance objectives
will be submitted to the Public Services Committee and the Oakland County Board of Commissioners.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Chairperson of the Board of Commissioners be and is
hereby authorized to sign said contracts.
The Public Services Committee, by Henry W. Hoot, Chairperson, moves the adoption of the
foregoing resolution.
PUBLIC SERVICES COMMITTEE
William T. Patterson, Vice Chairperson
Copy of Budget on file in the County Clerk's Office.
Moved by Patterson supported by Moore thu resolution be adopted.
AYES: Perinoff, Pernick, Peterson, Price, Wilcox, Aaron, DiGiovanni, Doyon, Fortino,
Gabler, Gorsline, Hobart, Kasper, Kelly, Lewand, Mt Connell, McDonald, Montante, Moore, Page,
Patterson. (21)
NAYS: None. (0)
A sufficient majority having voted therefor, the resolution was adopted.
Misc. 8865
By Mr. Patterson
IN RE: AUDIT POLICIES FOR CETA PROGRAMS
To the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
Mr. Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
WHEREAS the Oakland County Board of Commissioners by Miscellaneous Resolution #6546
applied for and was granted the designation as Prime Sponsor by the U.S. Department of Labor to
administer the provisions of the Comprehensive Employment and Training Act of 1973; and
WHEREAS audit policies have been developed in response to the need for waiving question-
able costs identified in audits; and
WHEREAS there is no source of authority in audit guidelines or in the CETA Legislation
for waiver of costs.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Oakland County Board of Commissioners approve the
attached policies for determination of questioned costs from existing and future audits,
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a quarterly written report for the review of waived questioned
costs will be submitted to the Public Services Committee and the Oakland County Board of Commissioners.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Chairperson of the Board of Commissioners be and is hereby
authorized to sign said waivers.
Commissioners Minutes Continued. March 1, 1979 128
The Public Services Committee, by Henry W. Hoot, Chairperson, moves the adoption of the
foregoing resolution.
PUBLIC SERVICES COMMITTEE
William T. Patterson, Vice Chairperson
Copy of Policies on file in the County Clerk's Office.
Moved by Patterson supported by Fortino the resolution be adopted.
AYES: Pernick, Peterson, Price, Wilcox, Aaron, DiGiovanni, Doyon, Fortino, Gabler,
Gorsline, Hobart, Kasper, Kelly, Lewand, McConnell, McDonald, Moffitt, Montante, Moore, Murphy,
Page, Patterson, Perinoff. (23)
NAYS: None. (0)
A sufficient majority having voted therefor, the resolution was adopted.
Misc. 8866
By Mr. Patterson
IN RE: TORNADO SIREN PROGRAM - THIRD YEAR GRANT ACCEPTANCE
To the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
Mr. Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
WHEREAS the Oakland County Board of Commissioners by Miscellaneous Resolution 118664
authorized the filing of a Federal grant application for third year funding for the County's tornado
warning system; and
WHEREAS the application was consistent with the County's five year Tornado Siren Warning
System Program and adopted by Miscellaneous Resolution 1/7865; and
WHEREAS due to limited funds, the Federal Disaster Civil Preparedness Administration is
only able to award $16,000 to Oakland County; and
WHEREAS this award is the largest single award to any jurisdiction in the State of
Michigan; and
WHEREAS the request for sirens by local jurisdictions exceeds available resources.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Oakland County Board of Commissioners accept the
Tornado Siren Program third year grant award in the amount of $16,000 consistent with the attached
Program Summary and budget; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that expenditure of this appropriation is contingent upon written
agreement between the County and local units of government and the approval of the Oakland County
Board of Commissioners; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Chairperson of the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
is authorized to sign the grant agreement; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Manager of the Emergency Medical Services presents
written quarterly progress reports to the Public Services Committee.
The Public Services Committee, by Henry W. Hoot, Chairperson, moves the adoption of the
foregoing resolution.
PUBLIC SERVICES COMMITTEE
William T. Patterson, Vice Chairperson
Copy of Program Summary and Budget on file in the County Clerk's Office.
Moved by Patterson supported by Gorsline the resolution be adopted.
The Chairperson referred the resolution to the Finance Committee. There were no objections.
Mr. Perinoff gave notice that, at the next meeting of the Board on March 22, 1979, he will
make a motion to discharge the Public Services Committee from consideration of Miscellaneous
Resolution 118807 - Oakland County Organized Crime Strike Force.
Chairperson Wallace F. Gabler, Jr., stated he had appointed Robert Yares to the Oakland
County Cultural Council to fill the unexpired term vacated by Roy Slade, ending December 31, 1979.
Moved by Gorsline supported by McConnell the appointment be confirmed.
A sufficient majority having voted therefor, the appointment was confirmed.
Mr. Patterson presented the Oakland County Airport Committee 1978 Annual Report.
Copy of Report on file in the County Clerk's Office.
Moved by Patterson supported by DiGiovanni the report be accepted.
A sufficient majority having voted therefor, the motion carried.
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Commissioners Minutes Continued. March 1, 1979
Misc. 8867
By Mr. Pr m
N RE: WI 'H I ON
To the 0. 1, s ,1 • d • ' r r i ,;s ion
Mr. Cha ri
WE f• t h ,• I mu m State Legislaiure certain pending legislation to change
the current it « r c Id
fie:. c! • g I • ' .atisn on a wholesale or piecemeal basis would have
a substantiel • c. f. on to fi ss climate and the future of the jobs of the working
men and women if Mid I
WHEREA tie h' , • vstiees and employers of this State have a sul tantial and
continuing interest in ir n , LLble worker's compensation LI ri I I t 1. « and
WHEREAS the current s.t t is fraught with abuses which deprive legitilo.i( claimants of
reasonable benefits; urd
WHEREAS the cost of wor'cr feet ,esation insurance to some employors il. increased as
much as 100 over the last fur y , .n average of 302 to all employers since June 1, 1977.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED Jiff the Oakland County Board of Commissioners opposes the
passage of any legislation to improve belmfits, resulting in increased costs to employers, until
it addresses itself to the problem of correction c.4 the abuses in the current system.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the State Legislature initiate positive action immediately
to correct the flagrant abuses in the present system, and that copies of this resolution be sent
to the Governor, County's legislative representatives in Lansing and to the County's Legislative
Agent.
Mr. Chairperson, I move the adoption of the foregoing resolution.
Robert W. Page, Commissioner - District #13
The Chairperson referred the resolution to the General Government Committee. There were
no objections.
Misc. 8868
By Mr. Page
IN RE: OAKLAND COUNTY 1930 BUDGET REVIEW
To the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
Mr. Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
WHEREAS the upward trend in the number of employees added to the rolls and the concurrent
increase in dollars expended has reached a budget level of $78,600,000 in 1979; and
WHEREAS the continual annual increase in County expenditure should be arrested if govern-
ment is to contribute effectively toward the battle to control inflation; and
WHEREAS services to the citizens who are minors, elderly or physically or emotionally
disadvantaged should be given the highest budget priority while reductions should come from services
to those who can best do for themselves, particularly in those delivery systems which are least cost
effective; and
WHEREAS there exists a number of uncertainties with respect to the impact of the Headlee
amendment and the proposed State of Michigan expenditure level on the County Budget.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the level of expenditure for the County be established
at a base not to exceed the 1979 level or actual expenditures, whichever is lower.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that controls be instituted For a "hiring freeze" on open positions
to implement by attrition rather than by layoffs the establishment of the 1980 Budget.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the "zero base" budgeting concept be applied in the 1980 budget
reviews to ensure that activities expending county tax dollars are productive and cost effective.
• Mr. Chairperson, I move the adoption of the foregoing resolution.
Robert W. Page, Commissioner - District 13
The Chairperson referred the resolution to the Personnel Committee and the Finance Committee.
The reporting Committee will be Personnel Committee. There were no objections.
Misc. 8869
By Mr. Page
IN RE: INFLATION CONTROLS AND THE DEFENSE OF THE UNITED STATES
To the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
Mr. Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
WHEREAS there is a consensus among the majority of the American people that inflation with
its erosion of the welfare allowances of the poor, the income of the handicapped and the savings and
retirement income of the elderly is the number one problem of our society; and
WHEREAS it is generally recognized that inflation further erodes the standard of living of
all segments of society by discouraging the formation of capital to fund new enterprises to provide
jobs; and
WHEREAS government spending at all levels is contributing dramatically to inflation by con- .
tinuing expending levels which require more funds to accomplish the same thing, thereby resulting in
an insidious "cost push" type of inflation which is creating hardships throughout our society; and
Commissioners Minutes Continued. March I, 1979 130
WHEREAS came sea ,c, n' -f our so , iety who Like ler granted the bonefit: out personal
freedom, and fyn;o ecotsmic tiii uld sacrifice the security of our C., ry os defenses
against poweef ' r(aries in th t den belief that we can ignore or it t 'ooal dangers
to accommodate. cline for s a.ti at ,,tami far in exceiat now of who ill, k, rkin middle class
people of the Uni.ed States believe de ;irahle.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Oakland CcLunty Board of I ,mmissioners in an effort
to be a good example take a strong position to contain expenditures and thereby assist in controlling
inflation.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that by providing this good example the Oakland County Board of
Commissioners also support the Governor o - the State of Michigan in his efforts to control state
expenditures without reducing revenue sharing to local governments, and the President of the United
States in his strong stand to contain most Federal programs while still providing additional funding
for the defense of this country for if this bastion of democracy end emamawmic freedom falls, all
existing social programs will be meaningless and with the Nation w .1 wither and die.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that copis ( f this resolution 1, fet s rded to the County's legis-
lative representatives in Lansing, t2-aot-hur ci unties, to cur congr,. i 1 representatives in the
House of Representatives and Senate 0 W, ni m ad the Pr I, it of the United States.
Mr. Chairperson, I move the —adopfion of ti 1-; r-ii..n.gemre
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The Chairperson referred the resolution to the General Government CoTittee. There were
no objections.
Misc. 8870
By Mr. Doyon
IN RE: AUTHORIZATION FOR INVESTMENT OF SURPLUS COUNTY FUNDS IN CREDIT UNIONS
To the Oakland County bard of Commissioners
Mr. Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
WHEREAS Act 500 of the Public Acts of 1978 amends Act 66 of the Public Acts of 1977
provides in part as follows:
"Sec. 1. The... governing body o a county... by resolution may authorize its treasurer...
to invest surplus funds belonging to and under the control of the., county as follows:
(b) In certificates of deposit, savings accounts or depository receipts of... a credit
union which is insured by the national credit union administration."
and;
WHEREAS the County Treasurer requests the approval of the County Board of Commissioners
to invest County funds in these investment securities.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the County Treasurer is hereby authorized to invest
surplus county funds in the following investment securities: certificates of deposits, savings
accounts or depository receipts of a credit union which is insured by the national credit union
administration.
Mr. Chairperson, I move the adoi tion of the k)requing resolution.
James A. Doyon, Commissioner - District #10
The Chairperson referred the resolution to the Finance Committee. There were no objections.
Moved by Moffitt supported by Patterson the Board adjourn until March 22, 1979 at 9:30 A.M.
A sufficient majority having voted therefor, the motion carried.
The Board adjourned at 1:55 P.M.
Lynn D. Allen Wallace F. Gabler Jr.
Clerk Chairperson