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OAKLAND COUNTY
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
MINUTES
September 9, 2004
Meeting called to order by Chairperson Thomas Law at 9:40 a.m. in the Courthouse Auditorium, 1200 N.
Telegraph Road, Pontiac, Michigan.
Roll called.
PRESENT: Bullard, Coleman, Coulter, Crawford, Douglas, Gregory, Hatchett, Jamian,
Knollenberg, Kowall, Law, Long, McMillin, Middleton, Moffitt, Moss, Palmer, Patterson, Potter,
Rogers, Scott, Suarez, Webster, Wilson, Zack. (25)
ABSENT: None. (0)
Quorum present.
Invocation given by Eileen Kowall.
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
Moved by Knollenberg supported by Coulter the minutes of the August 26, 2004 Board Meeting be
approved.
A sufficient majority having voted therefore, the minutes were approved as printed.
Moved by Webster supported by Rogers the rules be suspended and the agenda be amended by moving
Finance Committee, item (f) and General Government Committee, item (c) from the Consent Agenda to
the Regular Agenda. In addition, the agenda be further amended by referring General Government
Committee, item (e) to the Public Services Committee in addition to the Personnel Committee and the
Finance Committee.
Vote on agenda as amended:
AYES: Bullard, Coulter, Crawford, Douglas, Gregory, Jamian, Knollenberg, Kowall, Law, Long,
McMillin, Middleton, Moffitt, Moss, Palmer, Patterson, Potter, Rogers, Scott, Suarez, Webster,
Wilson, Zack. (23)
NAYS: None. (0)
A sufficient majority having voted therefore, the motion to suspend the rules and amend the Agenda
carried.
Commissioners Minutes Continued. September 9, 2004
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Chairperson Thomas A. Law made the following statement: “A Public Hearing is now called on Planning
and Economic Development Services Division Resolution Approving Project Plan (Pratt & Miller
Engineering & Fabrication, Inc. Project) – Lyon Charter Township. Are there any persons present who
wish to speak?” No persons requested to speak and the Chairperson declared the Public Hearing closed.
The following people addressed the board: Angela Riley, President of Riley Dance Studio; Bobbie
Krajca, Executive Director of Riley Dance Studio; and Sally Ward
Deputy Clerk/Register of Deeds James H. VanLeuven read a communication from Michael J. Bouchard
Oakland County Sheriff appointing Ann Russell, Corrections Administrator as his representative to the Jail
Population Management Task Force. In her absence, Major Douglas Eader will be the alternate
representative.
Deputy Clerk/Register of Deeds James H. VanLeuven read a communication from William E. Bolle Chief
Judge stating he will represent the 52nd District Court in matters concerning Miscellaneous Resolution
#04179. He also designated Jim Ver Ploeg, his Court Administrator, to act in his place on occasions
when he is unable to do so.
Deputy Clerk/Register of Deeds James H. VanLeuven read a communication from Cathy Shaughnessy
thanking Chairperson Thomas A. Law and all the other members of the Board for her recent appointment
to the Oakland County Sanitary Code and Food Service Appeal Boards.
Moved by Kowall supported by Zack the resolutions on the Consent Agenda be adopted (with
accompanying reports being accepted). (The vote for this motion appears on page 456.) The resolutions
on the Consent Agenda follow (annotated by an asterisk {*}):
*MISCELLANEOUS RESOLUTION #04223
BY: Eric S. Wilson, District #3
IN RE: ENVIRONMENTAL INFRASTRUCTURE FUND REIMBURSEMENT FOR PROJECT IN THE
VILLAGE OF LAKE ORION – FISCAL YEAR 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002 AND 2003 ALLOCATIONS
To the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
WHEREAS the Oakland County Board of Commissioners established an Environmental Infrastructure
Funds and Disbursement Policy per Miscellaneous Resolution #99093 in an effort to increase the share
of dollars flowing into infrastructure projects for the County and its cities, villages and townships (CVTs);
and
WHEREAS pursuant to the Disbursement Policy, the Village of Lake Orion has submitted a resolution of
authorization to the County for reimbursement of expenses incurred in connection with an eligible
environment remediation of improvement project; and
WHEREAS the Village of Lake Orion is requesting reimbursement for expenses directly related to replace
the North Shore Bridge and provide storm water catch basins; and
WHEREAS the authorized amount of funding for the Village of Lake Orion is $11,453.23 annually from
the Environmental Infrastructure Fund for Fiscal Year 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002 and 2003 as repayment to
the Village of Lake Orion for expenses incurred in connection with environmental remediation or
improvement project.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Oakland County Board of Commissioners approves the
project submitted by the Village of Lake Orion as eligible for reimbursement from the Environmental
Infrastructure Fund.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Board authorizes the Fiscal Year 1999, Fiscal Year 2000, Fiscal
Year 2001, Fiscal Year 2002 and Fiscal Year 2003 annual appropriations in the amount of $11,453.23
from the Environmental Infrastructure Fund (Account #90-263219-41000-3985) to repay the Village of
Lake Orion for expenses incurred in connection with the North Shore Bridge Replacement/Storm water
catch basin project, once proper invoices are presented.
Chairperson, I move the adoption of the foregoing resolution.
ERIC WILSON
Commissioners Minutes Continued. September 9, 2004
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Copy of Environmental Infrastructure Fund Reimbursement Request, and Attachments A, B, and C on file
in County Clerk’s office.
FISCAL NOTE (MISC. #04223)
BY: Finance Committee, Chuck Moss, Chairperson
IN RE: ENVIRONMENTAL INFRASTRUCTURE FUND REIMBURSEMENT FOR PROJECT IN THE
VILLAGE OF LAKE ORION - FISCAL YEAR 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002 AND 2003 ALLOCATIONS
To the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
Pursuant to Rule XII-C of this Board, The Finance Committee has reviewed the above referenced
resolution and finds:
1. Annual funding of $11,453.23 is available in the Environmental Infrastructure Fund for
Fiscal Year 1999, Fiscal Year 2000, Fiscal Year 2001, Fiscal Year 2002 and Fiscal Year
2003 to reimburse the Village of Lake Orion for this project; no additional appropriation is
required.
2. The Committee recommends adoption of this resolution.
FINANCE COMMITTEE
(The vote for this motion appears on page 456.)
*MISCELLANEOUS RESOLUTION #04229
BY: Commissioner William R. Patterson, District #1
IN RE: ENVIRONMENTAL INFRASTRUCTURE FUND REIMBURSEMENT FOR PROJECT IN THE
CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF OXFORD – FISCAL YEAR 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002 AND 2003
ALLOCATIONS
To the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
WHEREAS the Oakland County Board of Commissioners established an Environmental Infrastructure
Funds and Disbursement Policy per Miscellaneous Resolution #99093 in an effort to increase the share
of dollars flowing into infrastructure projects for the County and its cities, villages and townships (CVTs);
and
WHEREAS pursuant to the Disbursement Policy, the Charter Township of Oxford has submitted a
resolution of authorization to the County for reimbursement of expenses incurred in connection with an
eligible environment remediation of improvement project; and
WHEREAS the Charter Township of Oxford is requesting reimbursement for expenses directly related to
improving its municipal groundwater supply system; and
WHEREAS the Fiscal Year 1999, Fiscal Year 2000, Fiscal Year 2001, Fiscal Year 2002 and Fiscal
Year 2003 authorized amount of funding for the Charter Township of Oxford is $40,178.73 annually from
the Environmental Infrastructure Fund as repayment to the Charter Township of Oxford for expenses
incurred in connection with environmental remediation or improvement projects.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Oakland County Board of Commissioners approves the
project submitted by the Charter Township of Oxford as eligible for reimbursement from the
Environmental Infrastructure Fund.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Board of Commissioners authorizes the Fiscal Year 1999, Fiscal
Year 2000, Fiscal Year 2001, Fiscal Year 2002 and Fiscal Year 2003 appropriations in the amount of
$40,178.73 annually from the Environmental Infrastructure Fund (Account #90-263220-41000-3985) to
repay the Charter Township of Oxford for expenses incurred in connection with improving its municipal
groundwater supply system, once proper invoices are presented.
Chairperson, I move the adoption of the foregoing resolution.
WILLIAM PATTERSON
Copy of Environmental Infrastructure Fund Reimbursement Request, and Attachments A, B, and C on file
in County Clerk’s office.
Commissioners Minutes Continued. September 9, 2004
448
FISCAL NOTE (MISC. #04229)
BY: Finance Committee, Chuck Moss, Chairperson
IN RE: ENVIRONMENTAL INFRASTRUCTUE FUND REIMBURSEMENT FOR PROJECT IN THE
CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF OXFORD – FISCAL YEAR 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002 AND 2003
ALLOCATIONS
To the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
Pursuant to Rule XII-C of this Board, the Finance Committee has reviewed the above referenced
resolution and finds:
1. Annual funding of $40,178.73 is available in the Environmental Infrastructure Fund for Fiscal
Year 1999, Fiscal Year 2000, Fiscal Year 2001, Fiscal Year 2002 and Fiscal Year 2003 to
reimburse the Charter Township of Oxford for this project; no additional appropriation is
required.
2. The Committee recommends adoption of this resolution.
FINANCE COMMITTEE
(The vote for this motion appears on page 456.)
*MISCELLANEOUS RESOLUTION #04238
By: Finance Committee, Chuck Moss, Chairperson
IN RE: TREASURER'S OFFICE - AUTHORIZATION TO FORM LOCAL GOVERNMENT
INVESTMENT POOL
To the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
Chairperson, Ladies and Gentleman:
WHEREAS the Treasurer of Oakland County ("County Treasurer") is authorized upon resolution of the
County Board of Commissioners to establish a Local Government Investment Pool ("investment pool")
pursuant to Section 4 of Public Act 121 of 1985, the Local Government Investment Pool Act, and to
contract with local units of government ("local units") for the deposit of funds in the investment pool; and
WHEREAS the Treasurer or chief financial officer of the local unit, upon resolution of the governing body
of the local unit, is authorized to enter into a contract with the County Treasurer for deposit of money in
the investment pool pursuant to Section 3 of the Local Government Investment Pool Act; and
WHEREAS Section 5 of the Local Government Investment Pool Act requires the parties to set forth the
terms and conditions regarding the deposit of money in the investment pool in a written contract; and
WHEREAS Section 5 of the Local Government Investment Pool Act requires the County Treasurer to
submit a proposed uniform contract for use with the local units of government within Oakland County to
the Michigan Department of Treasury for approval.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the County Treasurer is hereby authorized to form a local
government investment pool under the Local Government Investment Pool Act and to submit a uniform
contract to the Department of Treasury in the form of the Investment Pool Agreement attached hereto as
Exhibit A.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the County Treasurer is hereby authorized and directed to enter into
contracts with local units and to accept money for deposit in the investment pool, subject to the following
conditions:
(1) The proposed uniform contract is approved by the Department of Treasury; and
(2) The local unit is authorized, by resolution of its governing body, to contract with
the County Treasurer.
Chairperson, on behalf of the Finance Committee, I move the adoption of the foregoing resolution.
FINANCE COMMITTEE
Copy of Agreement between the County of Oakland and Participating Jurisdiction on file in County Clerk’s
office.
(The vote for this motion appears on page 456.)
Commissioners Minutes Continued. September 9, 2004
449
*MISCELLANEOUS RESOLUTION #04239
BY: Finance Committee, Chuck Moss, Chairperson
IN RE: TREASURER’S OFFICE – POLICY FOR COUNTY PARTICIPATION IN LOCAL
DEVELOPMENT FINANCE AUTHORITIES (LDFA’s) WITH TAX INCREMENT FINANCING
To the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
WHEREAS the Oakland County Board of Commissioners strongly supports the economic growth of
Oakland County; and
WHEREAS one of the tools used to promote this economic growth is Tax Increment Financing, used in
conjunction with Downtown Development Authorities (DDAs) and Local Development Finance Authorities
(LDFAs); and
WHEREAS twenty-eight (28) of the County’s cities, villages and townships use Tax Increment Financing
as a tool to promote their economic growth; and
WHEREAS the Board of Commissioners, through adoption of Miscellaneous Resolutions #90144,
#97157, #99010, #01002, and #01193, established the current Oakland County Tax Increment Financing
program; and
WHEREAS pursuant to Miscellaneous Resolution #03081, this Board of Commissioners approved a
revised policy for County participation in Downtown Development Authorities with Tax Increment
Financing and noted that a similar policy should be established for County participation in Local
Development Finance Authorities; and
WHEREAS an LDFA is empowered to develop plans and acquire and construct public facilities for the
purpose of encouraging local development so as to prevent conditions of unemployment and
underemployment; and
WHEREAS upon recommendation by the Tax Increment Financing District Review Policy Ad Hoc Review
Committee (Ad Hoc Committee), the proposed policy should be applied in circumstances in which the
County is considering participation in LDFAs with Tax Increment Financing.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Oakland County of Commissioners, upon
recommendation of the Ad Hoc Review Committee, hereby adopts the attached policy for County
participation in Local Development Authorities (LDFAs) with Tax Increment Financing.
Chairperson, on behalf of the Finance Committee, I move the adoption of the foregoing resolution.
FINANCE COMMITTEE
Copy of Policy for County Participation in Local Development Finance Authorities with Tax Increment
Financing on file in County Clerk’s office.
(The vote for this motion appears on page 456.)
*MISCELLANEOUS RESOLUTION #04240
BY: Finance Committee, Chuck Moss, Chairperson
IN RE: DEPARTMENT OF MANAGEMENT AND BUDGET/PURCHASING DIVISION – REVISIONS TO
P-CARD POLICY
To the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
WHEREAS pursuant to Miscellaneous Resolution #99168 and revised in Miscellaneous Resolution
#01147, the Oakland County Board of Commissioners approved the "Oakland County Purchasing Card
Policy" in accordance with Public Act 266 of 1995; and
WHEREAS revisions have been recommended by the Department of Management and Budget, and the
Auditing Division, to modify the current purchase limits (see attachment A, section 3.7); and
WHEREAS revisions have been recommended by the Department of Management and Budget, and the
Auditing Division to allow P Card usage for the purchases of supplies for Public Meetings (see attachment
A, section 5); and
WHEREAS revisions have been recommended by the Department of Management and Budget, and the
Auditing Division to change the Cardholder Agreement (see attachment B) to reflect the designation of
the purchase limits placed upon each individual card holder; and
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WHEREAS revisions have been recommended by the Department of Management and Budget, and the
Auditing Division to permit further use of the P Card for authorized County travel expenses (see
attachment A, section 6).
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Oakland County Board of Commissioners approves of
the revisions to the Oakland County Procurement Card Policy as outlined in attachment A and Cardholder
Agreement as outlined in Attachment B.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Department of Management and Budget notify the County Elected
Officials, Department Directors, and Division Managers of the revised policy and effect the signing of the
new Cardholder Agreement form by each card holder.
Chairperson, on behalf of the Finance Committee, I move the adoption of the foregoing resolution.
FINANCE COMMITTEE
Copy of Attachments A and B on file in County Clerk’s office.
(The vote for this motion appears on page 456.)
*MISCELLANEOUS RESOLUTION #04241
BY: General Government Committee, William Patterson, Chairperson
IN RE: COUNTY EXECUTIVE/ARTS, CULTURE AND FILM – FISCAL YEAR 2004 MICHIGAN
COUNCIL FOR ARTS AND CULTURAL AFFAIRS ADMINISTRATION PROGRAM GRANT
ACCEPTANCE
To the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
WHEREAS the Michigan Council for Arts and Cultural Affairs has awarded Oakland County $7,450 for
administrative services relating to its Regional Regranting Program; and
WHEREAS this grant is awarded to cover administrative costs associated with the Regional Regranting
Program grant; and
WHEREAS a local in-kind match in the amount of $7,450 is required; and
WHEREAS the Fiscal Year 2003 Administrative services grant reflected funding in the amount of $13,700
which is a $6,250 (or 46%) reduction compared to the current agreement; and
WHEREAS Oakland County is self-insured for public liability and property damage and has satisfied the
insurance requirements in Section 8 of the contract; and
WHEREAS the acceptance of this grant does not obligate the County to any future commitment.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Commissioners approves the Michigan Council
for Arts and Cultural Affairs Fiscal Year 2004 Administrative Services Acceptance Agreement, and that
the Board Chairperson, on behalf of the County of Oakland, is authorized to execute said agreement as
attached.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that continuation of this program is contingent upon continued funding.
Chairperson, on behalf of the General Government Committee, I move the adoption of the foregoing
resolution.
GENERAL GOVERNMENT COMMITTEE
Copy of Contract Review – Office of Arts, Culture and Film, and Grant Agreement for Arts Services on file
in County Clerk’s office.
FISCAL NOTE (MISC. #04241)
BY: Finance Committee, Chuck Moss, Chairperson
IN RE: COUNTY EXECUTIVE/ARTS, CULTURE AND FILM – FISCAL YEAR 2004 MICHIGAN
COUNCIL FOR ARTS AND CULTURAL AFFAIRS ADMINISTRATION PROGRAM GRANT
ACCEPTANCE
To the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
Pursuant to Rule XII-C of this Board, the Finance Committee has reviewed the above referenced
resolution and finds:
1. The Michigan Council for Arts and Cultural Affairs has awarded Oakland County $7,450
for administrative services relating to its Regional Regranting Program.
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2. The total funding amount of $7,450 is a decrease of $6,250 (or 46%) from the previous
Fiscal Year 2003 grant award.
3. The County anticipated Fiscal Year 2004 funding in the amount of $14,700.
4. A local in-kind match in the amount of $7,450 is required. The match consists of salary
costs expended by the County Executive/Arts, Culture and Film general fund.
5. The funding period is from October 1, 2003 through October 31, 2004.
6. The County has received this grant award since 1986.
7. A budget amendment to the Fiscal Year 2004 Special Revenue budget is recommended
as follows:
Revenue FY 2004
11-276-100899-41000-0859 Regranting Oper. Support ($7,250)
Expenditures
11-276-200899-41000-3196 Miscellaneous ($7,250)
$ -0-
FINANCE COMMITTEE
(The vote for this motion appears on page 456.)
*MISCELLANEOUS RESOLUTION #04242
BY: General Government Committee, William Patterson, Chairperson
IN RE: COUNTY EXECUTIVE/ARTS, CULTURE AND FILM – FISCAL YEAR 2004 MICHIGAN
COUNCIL FOR ARTS AND CULTURAL AFFAIRS REGRANTING PROGRAM GRANT ACCEPTANCE
To the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
WHEREAS the Michigan Council for Arts and Cultural Affairs has awarded Oakland County $35,800 for
its Regional Regranting Program; and
WHEREAS the $35,800 is awarded for redistribution to arts and cultural organizations; and
WHEREAS the Fiscal Year 2003 Regranting Program reflected funding in the amount of $68,900 which is
a $33,100 (or 48%) reduction compared to the current agreement; and
WHEREAS Oakland County is self-insured for public liability and property damage and has satisfied the
insurance requirements in Section 8 of the contract; and
WHEREAS no county match or additional positions are required; and
WHEREAS the acceptance of this grant does not obligate the County to any future commitment.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Commissioners approves the Michigan Council
for Arts and Cultural Affairs Fiscal Year 2004 Regranting Program Acceptance Agreement, and that the
Board Chairperson, on behalf of the County of Oakland, is authorized to execute said agreement as
attached.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that continuation of this program is contingent upon continued funding.
Chairperson, on behalf of the General Government Committee, I move the adoption of the foregoing
resolution.
GENERAL GOVERNMENT COMMITTEE
Copy of Contract Review – Office of Arts, Culture and Film and Grant Agreement for Arts Services on file
in County Clerk’s office.
FISCAL NOTE (MISC. #04242)
BY: Finance Committee, Chuck Moss, Chairperson
IN RE: COUNTY EXECUTIVE/ARTS, CULTURE AND FILM – FISCAL YEAR 2004 MICHIGAN
COUNCIL FOR ARTS AND CULTURAL AFFAIRS REGRANTING PROGRAM GRANT ACCEPTANCE
To the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
Pursuant to Rule XII-C of this Board, the Finance Committee has reviewed the above referenced
resolution and finds:
1. The Michigan Council for Arts and Cultural Affairs has awarded Oakland County $35,800 for
its Regional Regranting Program.
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2. The total funding amount of $35,800 is a decrease of $33,100 (or 48%) from the previous
Fiscal Year 2003 grant award.
3. The County anticipated Fiscal Year 2004 funding in the amount of $74,084.
4. No County match or additional positions are required.
5. The funding period is from October 1, 2003 through October 31, 2004.
6. The County has received this grant award since 1986.
7. A budget amendment to the FY 2004 Special Revenue budget is recommended as follows:
Revenue FY 2004
11-276-100999-41000-0155 Art Council ($38,284)
Expenditures
11-276-200999-41000-3460 Regranting Program ($38,284)
$ -0-
FINANCE COMMITTEE
(The vote for this motion appears on page 456.)
*MISCELLANEOUS RESOLUTION #04243
BY: Public Services Committee, Hugh Crawford, Chairperson
IN RE: SHERIFF’S OFFICE – FISCAL YEAR 2004 OFF-ROAD VEHICLE (ORV) SAFETY EDUCATION
PROGRAM REIMBURSEMENT GRANT APPLICATION/ACCEPTANCE
To the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
WHEREAS the State of Michigan, Department of Natural Resources (DNR), has awarded the Sheriff’s
Office Marine Safety Unit $1,000 for an Off-Road Vehicle Safety Education Program; and
WHEREAS no county match or additional positions are required; and
WHEREAS the acceptance of this grant does not obligate the County to any future commitment; and
WHEREAS the continuation of the program is contingent upon future levels of reimbursement program
funding.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Commissioners approves the Department of
Natural Resources 2003-2004 ORV Safety Education Program Grant Application and Acceptance
Agreement, and that the Board Chairperson, on behalf of the County of Oakland, is authorized to execute
said agreement as attached.
Chairperson, on behalf of the Public Services Committee, I move the adoption of the foregoing resolution.
PUBLIC SERVICES COMMITTEE
Copy of Contract Review – Sheriff’s Office, letter from Maureen Kay Houghton Department of Natural
Resources, and 2003-2004 ORV Safety Education Program Grant Agreement on file in County Clerk’s
office.
FISCAL NOTE (MISC. #04243)
BY: Finance Committee, Chuck Moss, Chairperson
IN RE: SHERIFF’S OFFICE – FISCAL YEAR 2004 OFF-ROAD VEHICLE (ORV) SAFETY EDUCATION
PROGRAM REIMBURSEMENT GRANT APPLICATION/ACCEPTANCE
To the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
Pursuant to Rule XII-C of this Board, the Finance Committee has reviewed the above referenced
resolution and finds:
1. The State of Michigan, Department of Natural Resources (DNR), has awarded the Sheriff’s
Office Marine Safety Unit $1,000 for an Off-Road Vehicle Safety Education Program.
2. No County match or additional positions are required.
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3. A budget amendment to the FY 2004 budget is recommended as follows:
Revenue FY 2004
43-101-013601-33000-0171 State Grants $1,000
Expenditures
43-101-023601-33000-2014 Other (Misc.) $1,000
$ -0-
FINANCE COMMITTEE
(The vote for this motion appears on page 456.)
*REPORT (MISC. #04199)
BY: Personnel Committee, Gregory Jamian, Chairperson
IN RE: PROSECUTING ATTORNEY/ADMINISTRATION DIVISION – REORGANIZATION OF CASE
RECORDS UNIT AND DELETION OF ONE (1) GFGP OFFICE SUPERVISOR II POSITION
To the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
The Personnel Committee having reviewed Miscellaneous Resolution #04199 on September 1, 2004
reports with the recommendation the Resolution be adopted.
Chairperson, on behalf of the Personnel Committee, I move the acceptance of the foregoing report.
PERSONNEL COMMITTEE
MISCELLANEOUS RESOLUTION #04199
BY: Public Services Committee, Hugh D. Crawford, Chairperson
IN RE: PROSECUTING ATTORNEY/ADMINISTRATION DIVISION – REORGANIZATION OF CASE
RECORDS UNIT AND DELETION OF ONE (1) GFGP OFFICE SUPERVISOR II POSITION
To the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
WHEREAS the Prosecuting Attorney recently had the opportunity to review his department’s office
support needs; and
WHEREAS the Prosecuting Attorney has identified various office support needs in the Administration
Division as well as in the Juvenile Unit of the Litigation Division; and
WHEREAS the Case Records unit of the Administration Division handles the movement of criminal case
files and prepares legal pleadings; and
WHEREAS the current level of Case Records Unit staffing is one Office Supervisor II position, one Office
Leader position, and eleven Office Assistant positions; and
WHEREAS the implementation of advanced word processing techniques over the past few years in the
Case Records unit has increased operational efficiency to the point that existing staff may be reallocated
to address identified needs elsewhere; and
WHEREAS the proposed reallocation of staff are all internal to the Administration Division, except the
Office Assistant II position 41101-00375 which requires Board of Commissioner approval to transfer to
the Litigation Division (41201) Juvenile Unit; and
WHEREAS three (3) Case Records positions are recommended to be transferred to other units in
Administration to cover more pressing workload needs; and
WHEREAS the reallocation of Case Records staff within the Administration Division and to
Litigation/Juvenile Unit reduces the Case Records Unit to seven Office Assistant positions, one Office
Leader position and one Office Supervisor II position; and
WHEREAS the proposed number of positions assigned to the Case Records Unit no longer supports the
need for an Office Supervisor II.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Commissioners authorizes the transfer of Office
Assistant II position 41101-00375 from the Administration Division to the Juvenile Unit of the Litigation
Division (41201).
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that GF/GP Office Supervisor II position 41101-03244 be deleted.
Chairperson, on behalf of the Public Services Committee, I move the adoption of the foregoing resolution.
PUBLIC SERVICES COMMITTEE
Commissioners Minutes Continued. September 9, 2004
454
FISCAL NOTE (MISC. #04199)
BY: Finance Committee, Chuck Moss, Chairperson
IN RE: PROSECUTING ATTORNEY/ADMINISTRATION DIVISION – REORGANIZATION OF CASE
RECORDS UNIT AND DELETION OF ONE (1) GFGP OFFICE SUPERVISOR II POSITION
To the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
Pursuant to Rule XII-C of this Board, the Finance Committee has reviewed the above referenced
resolution and finds:
1. The Prosecuting Attorney has reviewed the department's support needs and has
identified areas within the Administration and Litigation Divisions needing reorganization.
2. The following changes are recommended:
- Delete one (1) Office Supervisor II position (41101-03244)
- Transfer one (1) Office Assistant II (position 41101-00375) from the Administration
Division to the Litigation Division.
- Transfer three (3) Case Records positions (41101-1385, 41101-1390, 41101-
5681) to other units within the Administration Division.
3. The reorganization will result in a General Fund savings of $2,788 for Fiscal Year 2004
and $76,662 for Fiscal Year 2005.
4. The Fiscal Year 2005 and Fiscal Year 2006 County Executive Recommended Budget will
require an amendment to recognize the savings in the amount of $76,662.
5. An amendment to the Fiscal Year 2004 Budget is recommended as follows:
GENERAL FUND (101)
Expenditures FY 2004
41-211000-45000-2001 Salaries ($1,864)
41-211000-45000-2074 Fringe Benefits ( 924)
41-211000-41800-2001 Salaries ( 1,080)
41-211000-41800-2074 Fringe Benefits ( 535)
41-221000-41800-2001 Salaries 1,080
41-221000-41800-2074 Fringe Benefits 535
41-211000-45000-2001 Salaries ( 1,043)
41-211000-45000-2074 Fringe Benefits ( 516)
41-211000-41100-2001 Salaries 1,043
41-211000-41100-2074 Fringe Benefits 516
90-290000-25000-2564 Contingency 2,788
$ -0-
FINANCE COMMITTEE
(The vote for this motion appears on page 456.)
*MISCELLANEOUS RESOLUTION #04198
BY: Public Services Committee, Hugh D. Crawford, Chairperson
IN RE: CIRCUIT COURT/FAMILY DIVISION - OAKLAND COUNTY CHILD CARE FUND BUDGET
2004/2005
To the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
WHEREAS pursuant to provisions of Act 280 of the Public Acts of 1975, Oakland County is required to
develop and submit a plan and budget for the provision of funding of foster care services to the Bureau of
Juvenile Justice, Family Independence Agency, annually; and
WHEREAS the Oakland County Circuit Court - Family Division, County of Oakland, and the Oakland
County Family Independence Agency have developed the attached foster care services budget for the
State's fiscal year, October, 1 2004 through September 30, 2005; and
WHEREAS the Public Services Committee has reviewed this budget and recommends its submission to
the State Office.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Oakland County Board of Commissioners authorizes
submission of the 2004-2005 Oakland County Child Care Fund Budget to the Bureau of Juvenile Justice’s
Child Care Fund Division, Family Independence Agency.
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Chairperson, on behalf of the Public Services Committee, I move the adoption of the foregoing resolution.
PUBLIC SERVICES COMMITTEE
Copy of County Child Care Budget Summary, In-Home Care Certification-Fund Restriction and Program
Requirements, In Home Care/Basic Grant Program Component Report/Request, Circuit Court 6th –
Intensive Probation Program Description of Service’s, In-Home Budget Detail, Intensive Aftercare and
Reintegration Services on file in County Clerk’s office.
FISCAL NOTE (MISC. #04198)
BY: Finance Committee, Chuck Moss, Chairperson
IN RE: CIRCUIT COURT/FAMILY DIVISION - OAKLAND COUNTY CHILD CARE FUND BUDGET
2004/2005
To the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
The Finance Committee, having reviewed the above referenced resolution, reports as follows:
1. Under the provisions of Act 280 of the Public Acts of 1975, Oakland County is required to
develop and submit a plan and budget for funding foster care services to the Child and
Family Services Office of the Juvenile Justice, Family Independence Agency.
2. The Circuit Court / Family Division and the Oakland County Family Independence
Agency has developed the foster care services budget for the period covering October 1,
2004, through September 30, 2005.
3. The figures provided are estimates for State Child Care Fund budgeting purposes only,
based on current available data and may not reflect the eventual adopted budget and/or
expenditures for this program.
4. The application reflects $27,301,865 in gross expenditures and $4,442,641 in offsetting
revenues, leaving a net expenditure of $22,859,224 which is a $2,428,139 increase from
the Fiscal Year 2004 net expenditure.
5. Net expenditures are shared 50/50 by the State and County rendering a State
reimbursement of $11,429,612 should the State approve the budget and the County
expends the funds.
6. The FY 2005 County Executive Recommended Budget for State Reimbursement is
$9,700,000.
FINANCE COMMITTEE
(The vote for this motion appears on page 456.)
*MISCELLANEOUS RESOLUTION #04244
BY: Public Services Committee, Hugh D. Crawford, Chairperson
IN RE: SHERIFF’S OFFICE - AUTHORIZATION FOR SALE OF RECOVERED AND STOLEN
PROPERTY IN FALL AUCTION
To the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
WHEREAS the provisions of Act 54 of the Public Act of 1959, as amended, requires board authorization
for the disposal of recovered and stolen property that has been unclaimed for six (6) months; and
WHEREAS the Department of Central Services conducts a spring and fall auction for the County of
Oakland; and
WHEREAS the fall auction will be held on Saturday, October 2, 2004; and
WHEREAS the Sheriff of Oakland County, by letter of August 10, 2004, has requested the authority of the
Oakland County Board of Commissioners to proceed with the sale of the aforementioned items, as
detailed in the attached list, in the fall auction.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Commissioners authorizes the Sheriff of
Oakland County to dispose of unclaimed property in the manner prescribed in Act 54 of the Public Acts of
1959, as amended.
Chairperson, on behalf of the Public Services Committee, I move adoption of the foregoing resolution.
PUBLIC SERVICES COMMITTEE
Commissioners Minutes Continued. September 9, 2004
456
Copy of County of Oakland Inventory Sheet Fall Auctions, and County of Oakland Inventory Sheet Fall
On-Line Auction on file in County Clerk’s office.
Vote on resolutions on the Consent Agenda:
AYES: Coulter, Crawford, Douglas, Gregory, Jamian, Knollenberg, Kowall, Law, Long, McMillin,
Middleton, Moss, Palmer, Patterson, Potter, Rogers, Scott, Suarez, Webster, Wilson, Zack,
Bullard. (22)
NAYS: None. (0)
A sufficient majority having voted therefore, the resolutions on the Consent Agenda were adopted (with
accompanying reports be accepted).
MISCELLANEOUS RESOLUTION #04245
BY: Finance Committee, Chuck Moss, Chairperson
IN RE: FACILITIES MANAGEMENT – AUTHORIZATION TO PROCEED AND APPROPRIATION OF
FUNDS FOR RELOCATION OF COMMUNITY AND HOME IMPROVEMENT
To the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
WHEREAS the Community and Home Improvement Division is currently located in Building 38 East
(former Community Mental Health Facility), which is scheduled for renovation to accommodate relocation
of the Sheriff’s Administration from the County Jail; and
WHEREAS in order to accommodate the renovation, it is necessary to relocate the Community and Home
Improvement Division to the Oakland Pointe Office Building; and
WHEREAS the project involves nominal office renovations, public entrance relocation, telephone wiring
and computer connectivity, power file relocations, and moving expenses; and
WHEREAS all work will be performed by County staff and by contractors obtained through the
Purchasing Division; and
WHEREAS the Facilities Maintenance & Operations Division estimates total project costs of $77,000,
including contingency of $7,000; and
WHEREAS funding is available in the Fiscal Year 2004 Capital Improvement Program/Building Fund for
the Relocation of Community and Home Improvement Project.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Commissioners authorizes the Relocation of the
Community and Home Improvement Project in the amount of $77,000.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Board of Commissioners authorizes transfer of funding in the
amount of $77,000 from the Capital Improvement Program/Building Fund (#401) to the Project Work
Order Fund (#404) to establish the Relocation of Community and Home Improvement Project (C-036).
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Fiscal Year 2004 Budget is amended as follows:
Building Improvement Fund #401
3-14-310006-98404-8001 Operating Transfer Out ($77,000)
Project Work Order Fund #404
3-14-310007-98401-1701 Operating Transfer In $77,000
(project/project detail 080363/99)
$ -0-
Chairperson, on behalf of the Finance Committee, I move the adoption of the foregoing resolution.
FINANCE COMMITTEE
REPORT (MISC. #04245)
BY: Planning and Building Committee, Charles Palmer, Chairperson
IN RE: FACILITIES MANAGEMENT – AUTHORIZATION TO PROCEED AND APPROPRIATION OF
FUNDS FOR RELOCATION OF COMMUNITY AND HOME IMPROVEMENT
To the Oakland County Finance Committee
Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
The Planning and Building Committee, having reviewed the need to relocate the Community and Home
Improvement Division and the Department of Facilities Management report dated August 31, 2004,
recommends approval of the Relocation of Community and Home Improvement Division to the Oakland
Pointe Office Building.
Commissioners Minutes Continued. September 9, 2004
457
The Committee further recommends funding for the project cost of $77,000.00 including contingency, be
approved.
Additionally, the Planning and Building Committee supports the attached Finance Committee Resolution.
Chairperson, on behalf of the Planning and Building Committee, I submit the foregoing report.
PLANNING AND BUILDING COMMITTEE
Moved by Moss supported by Zack the resolution be adopted.
Moved by Moss supported by Suarez the Planning and Building Committee Report be accepted.
A sufficient majority having voted therefore, the report was accepted.
Vote on resolution:
AYES: Crawford, Douglas, Gregory, Jamian, Knollenberg, Kowall, Law, Long, McMillin, Moss,
Palmer, Patterson, Potter, Rogers, Scott, Suarez, Wilson, Zack, Bullard, Coulter. (20)
NAYS: Middleton, Webster. (2)
A sufficient majority having voted therefore, the resolution was adopted.
MISCELLANEOUS RESOLUTION #04246
BY: Finance Committee, Chuck Moss, Chairperson
IN RE: DEPARTMENT OF MANAGEMENT AND BUDGET - FISCAL YEAR 2004 THIRD QUARTER
FINANCIAL FORECAST AND BUDGET AMENDMENTS
To the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
WHEREAS Public Act 621 of 1978, the Uniform Budgeting and Accounting Act for Local Units of
Government, provides for adjustments to the adopted budget; and
WHEREAS in accordance with Oakland County General Appropriations Act Section 22, which authorizes
budget amendments for variances between the budgeted revenue and actual revenue, and Section 23,
which authorizes budget amendments for variance between estimated revenue and projected
expenditures, amendments are required; and
WHEREAS the Fiscal Year (FY) 2004 Third Quarter Financial Forecast Report has identified several
variances and budget amendments are recommended; and
WHEREAS an amendment is requested in the 52nd District Court - Division III budget to re-appropriate
projected favorability from Salaries and Fringe Benefits in the amount of $25,000 to Rent due to delay in
move to new facility and Convenience Copier due to increase in activity; and
WHEREAS an amendment is requested in the Probate Court - Estates and Mental Health budget to re-
appropriate favorable Salaries and Fringe Benefits in the amount of $17,600 to Guardian Review / Adult
and IT-CLEMIS due to increase in activity; and
WHEREAS an amendment is requested in the Prosecuting Attorney's Office to re-appropriate funds from
favorable Outside Printing in the amount of $16,000 to Expendable Equipment Expense for the
replacement of worn furniture; and
WHEREAS an amendment to the Prosecuting Attorney's Cooperative Reimbursement Grant for Indirect
Costs requires an increase in the General Fund Grant Match portion in the amount of $30,479; and
WHEREAS due to financial difficulties, HAVEN is unable to reimburse partial funding of a Prosecuting
Attorney position, which requires an increase in the General Fund Grant Match portion in the amount of
$20,000; and
WHEREAS a budget amendment in the amount of $80,000 is requested for the Board of Commissioners'
budget to transfer Non-Departmental Legislative Expense funding to cover costs associated with the
Board's Annual Report; and
WHEREAS an amendment is requested in the Drain Commissioner's budget to re-appropriate budgeted
Transfer funds in the amount of $28,734 to various operating expense accounts projected to be
unfavorable due to an increase in activity; and
WHEREAS a budget amendment is recommended to appropriate $79,900 of reserved funds for the
Health Division Budget for Satellite Centers which were accrued in 2003, are currently unspent and are
available for 2004; and
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458
WHEREAS a budget adjustment is recommended within the Animal Control Division to re-appropriate
$39,000 from the Professional Services account to the IT - Development account to more accurately
reflect actual account charges for implementation of Thin Client computers; and
WHEREAS the Community Corrections Division is experiencing an excess in charges for PRC (Probation
Residential Centers) contracts not funded by the State by $100,000 and a budget amendment is
recommended; and
WHEREAS the Medical Examiner is projected to be favorable $60,000 in revenue due to an increase in
fees per Miscellaneous Resolution #03369 and $37,000 should be appropriated to cover increased
Professional Services and Transport Services; and
WHEREAS the Solid Waste Management Unit is projected to be favorable in Professional Services and
an amendment in the amount of $16,500 is requested to transfer funds to various Non-Controllable
Operating accounts to offset anticipated unfavorable variances; and
WHEREAS funding for development and production of the Oakland County Street Map and Atlas Project
of $42,950 within the Planning Division a budget amendment is recommended to re-appropriate funds
within the division for this purpose; and
WHEREAS the Sheriff's Office, Clerk's Office and Equalization Division are projected to have significant
favorability in revenues; and
WHEREAS a budget amendment is recommended to recognize the increase in revenues to offset an
increase in various departmental accounts as follows:
Circuit Court - $1,300,000 due to significant increase in costs and use of Private
Institutions - Residential, State Institutions, and Professional Services
Children's Village - $35,885 due to purchase of 14 new radios
Health Division - $13,370 for Jail Clinic furniture replacement
Clerk's Office - $564,600 due to increase in mortgage and refinancing activity and
election activity.
Sheriff's Office - $1,278,000 primarily due to jail overcrowding and outside prisoner
housing costs.
Equalization Division - $50,000 due to higher volume of tax notices mailed out.
Record Retention - $110,000 due to additional shelving needed for Circuit Court
documents maintained by the County Clerk.
Planning & Economic Development - $107,052 for costs associated with implementation
of Emerging Sectors Program; and
WHEREAS an adjustment is recommended for the Micrographics Fund budget to move budget of
$110,054 from Micrographics & Reproductions expense to Materials and Supplies expense to more
accurately reflect actual costs; and
WHEREAS the Drain Commissioner is requesting an amendment in the amount of $277,002 to the Drain
Equipment Fund budget due to a decrease in actual cost for five budgeted vehicles and the replacement
of eleven owned vehicles with eleven leased vehicles; and
WHEREAS an adjustment to the Motor Pool Fund Budget is recommended to re-appropriate $40,000
from the Insurance Reserve Revenue budget to External - Other Revenue budget as subrogation
payments are an external revenue; and
WHEREAS an adjustment to the Printing, Mailing and Convenience Copier Fund budget is requested to
re-appropriate $35,000 from External - Other Revenue account to the External - Metered Postage
Revenue account to identify external revenue received as metered postage, and $123,000 from the
Sublet Repairs account to the Re-billable Charges account to more accurately reflect services rendered;
and
WHEREAS an amendment for $25,575 is requested to fund the cost of miscellaneous computer
equipment as requested by the department users, which as not originally included in the Information
Technology Fund budget, and funding is available within the departments' budget to cover the cost of the
equipment; and
WHEREAS an amendment is recommended to appropriate $43,114 from the Information Technology
Fund reserves to various IT expense accounts for reporting enhancements to the financial system per
M.R. #01240 to support Performance Executive until replaced with PeopleSoft functionality; and
WHEREAS an amendment is requested to appropriate funds in the amount of $179,250 to the
Information Technology Fund for professional services relating to backfill resources for the PeopleSoft
project, which will be offset by revenues billable to the project; and
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459
WHEREAS an amendment in the amount of $82,737 is recommended to various General Fund/General
Purpose departments' Telephone Communications budgets due to an overall unfavorable variance
projected; and
WHEREAS an amendment in the amount of $204,468 is recommended to appropriate funds from
Information Technology Development to various General Fund/General Purpose departments' budgets
due to an overall unfavorable variance projected for Information Technology Operations; and
WHEREAS an amendment in the amount of $159,075 is recommended to re-appropriate funds to various
General Fund/General Purpose department's Print Shop budgets due to a number of unfavorable
variances projected; and
WHEREAS a designated fund balance was established in the amount of $642,000 for CLEMIS Match,
and an amendment is recommended to appropriate the balance of funds in the amount of $630,746 to the
CLEMIS Fund for the computer-aided dispatch (CAD) upgrade and professional services relating to
initiatives of the records management system and Jail Management maintenance; and
WHEREAS a designated fund balance was established in the amount of $780,000 for CLEMIS
Equipment Replacement, and an amendment is requested to transfer funds for the replacement of aging
CLEMIS hardware and software to continue for support applications and improve functionality for existing
and future operations; and
WHEREAS a designated fund balance was established in the amount of $2,900,000 for Future
Technology Replacement, and an amendment is recommended to the Information Technology Fund
Balance to appropriate funds in the amount of $873,000 for the necessary technology replacements and
upgrades to ensure functionality for existing and future operations; and
WHEREAS a designated fund balance was established in the amount of $255,000 for G.I.S., and an
amendment is recommended to appropriated the funds to the Information Technology Fund balance for
enhancements to the information base of the County's Geographic Information System per Micellaneous
Resolution #02319; and
WHEREAS a designated fund balance was established in the amount of $96,570 for CRIMP, and an
amendment is requested to appropriate $2,431 to the Purchasing Division budget for the purchase of file
cabinets; and
WHEREAS the Sheriff's Office received a donation of $5,000 from the Kroger Company, which will be
used to purchase a new, highly-trained police dog for the Sheriff's K-9 unit.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Board accepts the Fiscal Year 2004 Third Quarter
Financial Forecast.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Board of Commissioners authorizes amendments to the Fiscal
Year 2004 Budget as detailed in the resolution per Schedules A, B, C, D and E.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that $630,746 from the Fiscal Year 2004 Designated Fund Balance for
CLEMIS Match (GL #9407-20000) be appropriated to the CLEMIS Fund budget for the CAD upgrade and
professional services relating to the Records Management System and Jail Management maintenance as
follows:
GENERAL FUND (101)
Revenue
90-190000-14000-1582 Prior Years Balance $630,746
Expenditure
90-310000-98635-8001 Transfer Out to CLEMIS $630,746
Total $ -0-
CLEMIS FUND (635)
Revenue
23-635113-98101-1701 Transfer In from GF $630,746
Expenditures
23-635152-10010-3348 Professional Services $514,746
23-635152-10010-4101 Expendable Equip. Exp. 116,000
Total $630,746
$ -0-
Commissioners Minutes Continued. September 9, 2004
460
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that $780,000 from the Fiscal Year 2004 Designated Fund Balance for
CLEMIS Equipment Replacement (#9407-109000) be appropriated to the CLEMIS Fund budget for
replacement of aging CLEMIS hardware and software as follows:
GENERAL FUND (101)
Revenue
90-190000-14000-1582 Prior Years Balance $780,000
Expenditure
90-310000-98635-8001 Transfer Out to CLEMIS $780,000
Total $ -0-
CLEMIS FUND (635)
Revenue
23-635113-98101-1701 Transfer In from GF $780,000
Expenditure
23-636113-10000-8005 Changes to Fund Equity $780,000
Total $ -0-
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that $873,000 from the Fiscal Year 2004 Designated Fund Balance for
Future Technology Replacement (#9407-210000) be appropriated to the Information Technology Fund
budget technology replacements and upgrades as follows:
GENERAL FUND (101)
Revenue
90-190000-14000-1582 Prior Years Balance $873,000
Expenditure
90-310000-98636-8001 Transfer Out to Info Tech $873,000
Total $ -0-
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (636)
Revenue
18-636113-98101-1701 Transfer In from GF $873,000
Expenditures
18-636162-15000-3596 License Fee $179,000
18-636162-15000-4101 Expendable Equipment Exp. 86,000
18-636162-15000-3348 Professional Svcs. 35,000
18-636113-10000-8005 Changes to Fund Equity 573,000
Total $ -0-
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that $255,000 from the FY 2004 Designated Fund Balance for Geographic
Information System Enhancements (GL #9407-10000) be appropriated to the Information Technology
Fund for enhancements to the G.I.S. information base as follows:
GENERAL FUND (101)
Revenue
90-190000-14000-1582 Prior Years Balance $255,000
Expenditure
90-310000-98636-8001 Transfer Out to Info. Tech $255,000
Total $ -0-
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY FUND (636)
Revenue
18-636113-98101-1701 Transfer In from GF $255,000
Expenditures
18-636172-95901-3348 Professional Services $200,000
18-636172-95901-3596 Software Rental/Purchase 45,000
18-636172-95901-4101 Software Expend. Equip. Exp. 10,000
18-636113-10000-8005 Changes to Fund Equity 255,000
Total $ -0-
Commissioners Minutes Continued. September 9, 2004
461
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that $2,431 from the Fiscal Year 2004 Designated Fund Balance for
CRIMP (GL #9407-08000) be appropriated to the Purchasing Division budget for the purchase of file
cabinets as follows:
GENERAL FUND (101)
Revenue
90-190000-14000-1582 Prior Years Balance $ 2,431
Expenditure
12-401200-40010-4100 Purchasing - Expend. Equip. Exp. $ 2,431
Total $ -0-
Chairperson, on behalf of the Finance Committee, I move the adoption of the foregoing resolution.
FINANCE COMMITTEE
Copy of Letter of Transmittal – Fiscal Year 2004 Third Quarter Report, Schedule A and B, and Revised
Fiscal Year 2004 Third Quarter Report General Fund/General Purpose Revenue and Expenditures
Summary by Department on file in County Clerk’s office.
Moved by Moss supported by Bullard the resolution be adopted.
AYES: Douglas, Gregory, Jamian, Knollenberg, Kowall, Law, Long, McMillin, Middleton, Moss,
Palmer, Patterson, Potter, Rogers, Scott, Suarez, Webster, Wilson, Zack, Bullard, Coulter,
Crawford. (22)
NAYS: None. (0)
A sufficient majority having voted therefore, the resolution was adopted.
MISCELLANEOUS RESOLUTION #04247
BY: Finance Committee, Chuck Moss, Chairperson
IN RE: DEPARTMENT OF MANAGEMENT AND BUDGET/PURCHASING DIVISION – EXCEPTION
TO PURCHASING POLICIES
To the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
WHEREAS Oakland County is implementing a new $40 million emergency radio communications system
for approximately 80 police, fire, and EMS agencies within the County; and
WHEREAS implementation of this project requires an individual or individuals to function as “project
manager” to negotiate with local units of government to secure sites and cooperation for the building of 36
communication towers, as well as other management duties; and
WHEREAS since the start of this project Ms. Patricia Coates has functioned as the project manager, both
as a full-time employee and as a 1,000 hour part time employee; and
WHEREAS due to delays in tower construction, Ms. Coates 1,000 hour service limit has expired leaving
the critical construction period uncovered; and
WHEREAS because of her expertise in the field, and her extensive experience with this particular project,
it is crucial for the project’s success to retain the services of Ms. Coates; and
WHEREAS Ms. Coates has formed Coates Communication Consulting, LLC to provide consulting
services to various entities; and
WHEREAS the County has contracted with Coates Communication Consulting, LLC to provide the
required project management services; and
WHEREAS Miscellaneous Resolution #93300, adopted December 9, 1993 requires that professional
services contracts between the county and former county employees requires approval by the Board of
Commissioners; and
WHEREAS although this contract is with Coates Communication Consulting, LLC, a former county
employee is the sole proprietor of the contracted firm, Board of Commissioner approval is thus requested.
Commissioners Minutes Continued. September 9, 2004
462
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Oakland County Board of Commissioners approves the
professional services contract between the County and Coates Communication Consulting, LLC in order
to facilitate the successful implementation of the emergency radio communications system.
Chairperson, on behalf of the Finance Committee, I move adoption of the foregoing resolution.
FINANCE COMMITTEE
Copy of Purchasing Division Contract Exception Report, Radio Communications Project Memorandum
dated January 26, 2004, and Purchasing Division Contract Number: B0202396 on file in County Clerk’s
office.
Moved by Moss supported by Long the resolution be adopted.
AYES: Gregory, Jamian, Knollenberg, Kowall, Law, Long, McMillin, Middleton, Moffitt, Moss,
Palmer, Patterson, Potter, Rogers, Scott, Suarez, Webster, Wilson, Zack, Bullard, Coulter,
Crawford, Douglas. (23)
NAYS: (0)
A sufficient majority having voted therefore, the resolution was adopted.
REPORT (MISC. #04195)
BY: Personnel Committee, Gregory Jamian, Chairperson
IN RE: DEPARTMENT OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY – EXTENSION OF ADDITIONAL
COMPENSATION FOR OVERTIME EXEMPT EMPLOYEES FOR SPECIFIC PURPOSES
To the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
The Personnel Committee having reviewed Miscellaneous Resolution #04195 on September 1, 2004
reports with the recommendation the Resolution be adopted.
Chairperson, on behalf of the Personnel Committee, I move the acceptance of the foregoing report.
PERSONNEL COMMITTEE
MISCELLANEOUS RESOLUTION #04195
BY: General Government Committee, William R. Patterson, Chairperson
IN RE: DEPARTMENT OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY - EXTENSION OF ADDITIONAL
COMPENSATION FOR OVERTIME EXEMPT EMPLOYEES FOR SPECIFIC PURPOSES
To the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
WHEREAS Miscellaneous Resolutions #03183, #02136 and #99155 authorized additional compensation
for overtime exempt employees in the Information Technology Department at a straight time hourly rate
for all hours worked beyond 48 hours in a workweek for specific, pre-approved assignments; and
WHEREAS the Human Resource Department initially developed and proposed this approach in response
to the occasional, identified need of the Information Technology Department to address a particular
technical project or problem; and
WHEREAS the Human Resource Department has assessed the value and cost of this program and found
it provides the Director of Information Technology with an effective management tool which is cost and
project effective compared to other alternatives such as contracted staff; and
WHEREAS updated usage statistics of Additional Compensation for Overtime Exempt Employees is
provided to the Board of Commissioners in each Information Technology Master Plan Quarterly Status
report; and
WHEREAS Miscellaneous Resolution #03183 required that this additional compensation provision be
subject to review and evaluation for continuation by the Board of Commissioners after one year.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Commissioners authorizes, for one year, Fiscal
Year 2005, additional compensation for overtime exempt employees in the Information Technology
Department (excluding Managers and the Director) at a straight time hourly rate for all hours worked
beyond 48 hours in a work week (hours worked beyond 48 in a work week must be pre-approved by
supervision in order to be compensable) for specific pre-approved assignments.
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463
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that Information Technology will continue to report on the usage of
additional compensation for overtime exempt employees in the Master Plan Quarterly Status document.
Chairperson, on behalf of the General Government Committee, I move the adoption of the foregoing
resolution.
GENERAL GOVERNMENT COMMITTEE
FISCAL NOTE (MISC. #04195)
BY: Finance Committee, Chuck Moss, Chairperson
IN RE: DEPARTMENT OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY - EXTENSION OF ADDITIONAL
COMPENSATION FOR OVERTIME EXEMPT EMPLOYEES FOR SPECIFIC PURPOSES
To the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
Pursuant to Rule XII-C of this Board, the Finance Committee has reviewed the above referenced
resolution and finds:
1. Per Miscellaneous Resolution #03183, #02136 and #99155, the Department of Information
Technology was authorized Additional Compensation for Overtime Exempt Employees to
assist with specific pre-approved assignments and to provide a cost-effective alternative to
adding temporary contractual staff.
2. The Additional Compensation was provided to employees as pre-approved by supervision
who worked beyond a 48-hour workweek, at a straight time hourly rate.
3. Updated usage statistics of Additional Compensation for Overtime Exempt Employees are
provided to the Board of Commissioners in the Information Technology Master Plan Quarterly
Status reports.
4. Miscellaneous Resolution #03183 required that this additional compensation provision be
subject to review and evaluation for continuation by the Board of Commissioners after one
year.
5. This additional compensation provision is estimated at $5,000 and is for one year for Fiscal
Year 2005.
6. Funding is available in the Fiscal Year 2005 County Executive Recommended Budget for
Information Technology Fund.
7. Information Technology will continue to report on the usage of additional compensation for
Overtime Exempt Employees in the Master Plan Quarterly Status document.
FINANCE COMMITTEE
Moved by Patterson supported by Scott the resolution be adopted.
Moved by Patterson supported by Gregory the Personnel Committee Report be accepted.
A sufficient majority having voted therefore, the report was accepted.
Vote on resolution:
AYES: Jamian, Knollenberg, Kowall, Law, Long, Middleton, Moffitt, Moss, Palmer, Patterson,
Potter, Rogers, Scott, Suarez, Webster, Wilson, Zack, Bullard, Coulter, Crawford, Douglas,
Gregory. (22)
NAYS: McMillin. (1)
A sufficient majority having voted therefore, the resolution was adopted.
Commissioners Minutes Continued. September 9, 2004
464
MISCELLANEOUS RESOLUTION #04248
BY: General Government Committee, William R. Patterson, Chairperson
IN RE: DEPARTMENT OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY, CLEMIS DIVISION - REQUEST FOR
APPROVAL OF A MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS
COMMISSION, THE MICHIGAN STATE HISTORICAL PRESERVATION OFFICER, AND OAKLAND
COUNTY REGARDING THE CONSTRUCTION OF A COMMUNICATIONS TOWER AT THE VILLAGE
OF LAKE ORION, OAKLAND COUNTY, MICHIGAN
To the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
WHEREAS the Oakland County Board of Commissioners, by Miscellaneous Resolution #98308,
recognized that the County's current 800MHz radio system needed to be upgraded and expanded to
encompass all public safety agencies and to create interoperability among public safety agencies; and
WHEREAS the Oakland County Board of Commissioners, pursuant to MCL 484.1401 and MR #99279,
authorized a four (4%) percent emergency telephone operational charge to pay for a new County-wide
radio system that will have the ability to encompass all public safety agencies and create interoperability
among public safety agencies; and
WHEREAS to properly implement and operate the new County-wide radio system, the County will need
to build towers at sites throughout the County; and
WHEREAS the engineering design of the new County-wide radio system requires that a tower be
constructed at the Lake Orion Village Police Department in order to provide adequate in-building radio
coverage within the Village; and
WHEREAS the Village of Lake Orion includes buildings eligible for listing in the National Register of
Historic Places, necessitating the need for concurrence by the Michigan State Historical Preservation
Officer prior to construction; and
WHEREAS the Michigan State Historical Preservation Officer initially determined that the proposed tower
would have an adverse effect on the Lake Orion Historic District; and
WHEREAS the Federal Communications Commission has mitigated the potential for an adverse effect
through a Memorandum of Agreement satisfactory to the Michigan Historical Preservation Officer,
allowing the proposed tower to be constructed; and
WHEREAS the officials of Lake Orion Village and the Lake Orion Historical District support the
construction of the tower; and
WHEREAS the Department of Information Technology and Corporation Counsel have reviewed the
attached Memorandum of Agreement; and
WHEREAS it is the recommendation of the Department of Information Technology that the Board of
Commissioners accept and approve the terms and conditions of the attached Memorandum of
Agreement.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Oakland County Board of Commissioners hereby
approves and authorizes the attached Memorandum of Agreement between the County of Oakland, the
Federal Communications Commission and the Michigan Historical Preservation Officer.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the County of Oakland Board of Commissioners hereby directs its
Chairperson or his designee to execute the attached Memorandum of Agreement.
Chairperson, on behalf of the General Government Committee, I move the adoption of the foregoing
resolution.
GENERAL GOVERNMENT COMMITTEE
Copy of Memorandum of Agreement among the Federal Communications Commission, the Michigan
State Historic Preservation Officer, and Oakland County, Michigan, Regarding the Construction of a
Communications Tower at the Village of Lake Orion, Oakland County, Michigan on file in County Clerk’s
office.
The Chairperson referred the resolution to the Finance Committee. There were no objections.
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MISCELLANEOUS RESOLUTION #04249
By: General Government Committee, William R. Patterson, Chairperson
IN RE: DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES AND SHERIFF DEPARTMENT – TRANSFER OF JAIL
HEALTH PROGRAM AND CLERICAL POSITIONS FROM THE HEALTH DIVISION TO THE SHERIFF
DEPARTMENT CORRECTIVE SERVICES DIVISION
To the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
WHEREAS the Health Division currently has twenty-three (23) clinical positions assigned to providing
health services to inmates of the Oakland County Jail and four (4) clerical support positions; and
WHEREAS the Sheriff’s Office is charged with overseeing the physical wellbeing of inmates housed at
the Oakland County Jail; and
WHEREAS it has been determined that it would be beneficial to transfer the Jail Health Program from
Human Services/Health Division to the Sheriff’s Office; and
WHEREAS the transfer of the Jail Health Program and clerical support will provide a consistent
combination of authority and accountability; and
WHEREAS the Health Division will continue to provide pharmacy, x-ray, dental, laboratory services, and
peer review services for a fee to the Jail Health Program, if desired by the Sheriff.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that a new unit be created in the Sheriff Department, Corrective
Services Division titled Jail Health Program.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that having held the required Public Hearing, the Oakland County Board of
Commissioners authorizes the transfer of the following Jail Health Program Unit (including 23 positions)
and four clerical positions (for a total of 27 positions) from the Health Division of the Human Services
Department to the Jail Health Program Unit of the Sheriff Department Corrective Services Division:
Position # Job Title
16215-06438 Health Program Coordinator
16215-06675 Clinical Health Specialist
16215-03032 Nursing Supervisor
16215-09276 Nursing Supervisor
16215-02421 General Staff Nurse
16215-02933 General Staff Nurse
16215-05433 General Staff Nurse
16215-05434 General Staff Nurse
16215-05435 General Staff Nurse
16215-05436 General Staff Nurse
16215-06436 General Staff Nurse
16215-06437 General Staff Nurse
16215-06673 General Staff Nurse
16215-06674 General Staff Nurse
16215-06704 General Staff Nurse
16215-06705 General Staff Nurse
16215-06706 General Staff Nurse
16215-06707 General Staff Nurse
16215-07925 General Staff Nurse
16215-07926 General Staff Nurse
16215-09554 General Staff Nurse
16215-10221 General Staff Nurse
16215-10222 General Staff Nurse
16211-01631 Office Supervisor I
16211-01238 Office Assistant II
16211-01805 Office Assistant II
16211-03505 Office Assistant II
Chairperson, on behalf of the General Government Committee, I move adoption of the foregoing
resolution.
GENERAL GOVERNMENT COMMITTEE
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The Chairperson referred the resolution to the Public Services Committee, Personnel Committee and the
Finance Committee. There were no objections.
Commissioner William Patterson requested a Public Hearing be scheduled for the purpose of allowing
public comment on the Department of Human Services and Sheriff Department – Transfer of Jail Health
Program and Clerical Positions from the Health Division to the Sheriff Department Corrective Services
Division. The Chairperson scheduled the Public Hearing for September 22, 2004 at 7:05 p.m. in the
Board of Commissioners Auditorium.`
MISCELLANEOUS RESOLUTION #04250
BY: Personnel Committee, Gregory C. Jamian, Chairperson
IN RE: HUMAN RESOURCES - SALARY ADMINISTRATION 3RD QUARTERLY REPORT FOR
FISCAL YEAR 2004
To the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
WHEREAS the Salary Administration Plan approved by the Board of Commissioners for Grades 1 - 21
provides a process for departments and employees to request a review of the salary grade placement of
classifications; and
WHEREAS the 3rd Quarterly Report for FY2004 identifies the reviews conducted and the salary grade
changes recommended by the Human Resources Department after completion of this review process;
and
WHEREAS funds have been established in the Classification and Rate Change fund to implement salary
grade changes resulting from Salary Administration Quarterly Report recommendations.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Oakland County Board of Commissioners authorizes
implementation of the Salary Administration 3rd Quarterly Report for FY 2004, which includes the
following personnel actions:
Classification
From
Salary
Grade
To
Salary
Grade:
Overtime
Status:
Location-
Position#:
Deputy Court Administrator – Court Services
(Downgrade class & vacant position to a new
class titled “Manager–Court Services”)
21 20 Exempt 35402-07512
Supervisor-Materials Management & Printing 12 14 Non-exempt 13850-01966
Facility Engineering II
(Reclassify one position to a new class titled
“Facility Management Specialist”)
12 15 Exempt
14701-04719
Deputy Director – Human Resources (place
on Salary Admin. Plan)
-- 21 Exempt 15101-07987
User Support Specialist III
(Reclassify one position to a new class titled
“GIS Data Services Supervisor”)
13 15 Exempt 18701-07986
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the following classifications be retitled with no change in salary grade:
From: To:
Circuit Court Accounts Coordinator Court Accounts Coordinator
Chief-Family Court Chief-Juvenile Justice
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the following unused classification title be deleted: Drain Maintenance
Engineer.
Chairperson, on behalf of the Personnel Committee, I move the adoption of the foregoing resolution.
PERSONNEL COMMITTEE
Copy of Oakland County Salary Administration Third Quarterly Report for Fiscal Year 2004, Facilities
Management Specialist Description and Qualifications, GIS Data Services Supervisor Description and
Qualifications on file in County Clerk’s office.
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The Chairperson referred the resolution to the Finance Committee. There were no objections.
MISCELLANEOUS RESOLUTION #04251
BY: Personnel Committee, Gregory Jamian, Chairperson
IN RE: HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT – CHANGE IN MERIT RULE 8.3
To the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
WHEREAS it has become desirable to change section 8.3 of Merit Rule 8. This Merit Rule covers both
types of and causes for disciplinary actions. The proposed change to Merit Rule 8 is spelled out in the
attachment to this resolution; and
WHEREAS this proposed change is consistent with the proposed Oakland County Workplace Violence
Policy; and
WHEREAS Section IV, Subsection A of the Merit System Resolution requires that all changes in the rules
and regulations of the Merit System shall be submitted to the Board of Commissioners at a regular
meeting of the Board and shall become effective thirty (30) days after such meeting unless objection is
received in writing by the Chairperson of the Board of Commissioners, in which case the objection shall
become a matter of business at the next meeting of the Board.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the reading of this notice and the distribution of this notice
and the attached copies of the proposed change to Merit Rule 8 to all commissioners present and absent
to be considered as the official submission to the Board of Commissioners of the described change in
Merit Rule 8.
Chairperson, on behalf of the Personnel Committee, I move the adoption of the foregoing resolution.
PERSONNEL COMMITTEE
Copy of Proposed Change in Merit System Rule on file in County Clerk’s office.
The Chairperson stated the resolution be laid over for 30 days until the October 21, 2004 Board meeting.
There were no objections.
MISCELLANEOUS RESOLUTION #04252
BY: Personnel Committee, Gregory Jamian, Chairperson
IN RE: OAKLAND COUNTY WORKPLACE VIOLENCE POLICY
To the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
WHEREAS as reported July 15, 2004 by USA-Today during the average week in United States
workplaces, one employee is killed and at least 25 are seriously injured in violent assaults by current or
former employees; and
WHEREAS in a one year high, 21% of these incidents occurred in government facilities; and
WHEREAS it is important that Oakland County make very clear to the employees that there are specific
behaviors that must be adhered to, and that threats, threatening behavior, or acts of violence against
employees, visitors, guests, or other individuals by anyone are absolutely forbidden; and
WHEREAS a written policy has been created to specifically address workplace violence and identifies
actions which are considered violent or threats of violence in the workplace; and
WHEREAS the Workplace Violence Policy specifies disciplinary action for those who threaten, attempt or
actually commit violent acts or fail to report such incidents; and
WHEREAS this policy is in keeping with the intent of Merit Rule 8 related to disciplinary actions.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Oakland County Board of Commissioners adopts the
attached workplace violence policy.
BE IT FURTHERED RESOLVED that the workplace violence policy be disseminated to all County
employees once adopted by the Board of Commissioners.
Chairperson, on behalf of the Personnel Committee, I move the adoption of the foregoing resolution.
PERSONNEL COMMITTEE
Copy of Oakland County Workplace Violence Policy on file in County Clerk’s office.
Moved by Jamian supported by Wilson the resolution be adopted.
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Discussion followed.
Mary Holden, Deputy Director of Human Resources, addressed the Board on the issue of adopting a
policy regarding violence in the workplace.
Vote on resolution:
AYES: Knollenberg, Kowall, Law, Long, McMillin, Middleton, Moffitt, Moss, Palmer, Patterson,
Potter, Rogers, Scott, Suarez, Webster, Wilson, Zack, Bullard, Coulter, Crawford, Douglas,
Gregory, Jamian. (23)
NAYS: None. (0)
A sufficient majority having voted therefore, the resolution was adopted.
MISCELLANEOUS RESOLUTION #04253
BY: Planning and Building Committee, Charles E. Palmer, Chairperson
IN RE: PLANNING AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DIVISION RESOLUTION
APPROVING PROJECT PLAN (PRATT & MILLER ENGINEERING AND FABRICATION, INC.
PROJECT) - LYON CHARTER TOWNSHIP
To the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
WHEREAS The Economic Development Corporation of the County of Oakland (the "EDC") has
recommended that the Board of Commissioners approve the Project Plan required by the Economic
Development Corporations Act (the "Act") for the captioned Project, a copy of which has been presented
to this meeting (the "Project Plan"); and
WHEREAS the EDC's recommendations to the Board of Commissioners were based upon its
determinations that the Project is reasonable and necessary to effectuate the purposes of the Act, that
the Project Plan satisfies all of the requirements of the Act regarding project plans and that a letter of
credit issued by a financial institution acceptable to the EDC will be available to pay debt service; and
WHEREAS the governing body of Lyon Charter Township, Oakland County, Michigan, has also approved
the Project Plan and given its consent to the exercise of jurisdiction over the Project by the EDC; and
WHEREAS the Board of Commissioners has held a public hearing to consider whether the Project Plan
constitutes a public purpose as contemplated by the Act; and
WHEREAS the Board of Commissioners, following such public hearing and its review of the Project Plan,
hereby certifies, approves and concurs in the determinations of the EDC with respect thereto.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Oakland County Board of Commissioners hereby
determines that the Project Plan constitutes a public purpose as contemplated by the Act.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Oakland County Board of Commissioners hereby certifies and
approves the Project Plan.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the EDC is hereby authorized to take such steps as are necessary to
implement the Project and the financing thereof by the issuance of its limited obligation revenue bonds as
contemplated by the Project Plan.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the County Clerk is hereby directed to provide four certified copies of
this resolution to the Assistant Secretary of the Board of the EDC.
Chairperson, on behalf of the Planning and Building Committee, I move the adoption of the foregoing
resolution.
PLANNING AND BUILDING COMMITTEE
Copy of The Economic Development Corporation of the County of Oakland Project Plan, and Exhibits A,
B, C, and D on file in County Clerk’s office.
Moved by Palmer supported by Potter the resolution be adopted.
AYES: Kowall, Law, Long, McMillin, Middleton, Moffitt, Moss, Palmer, Patterson, Potter, Rogers,
Scott, Suarez, Webster, Wilson, Zack, Bullard, Coulter, Crawford, Douglas, Gregory, Jamian,
Knollenberg. (23)
NAYS: None. (0)
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A sufficient majority having voted therefore, the resolution was adopted.
REPORT (MISC. #04196)
BY: Finance Committee, Chuck Moss, Chairperson
IN RE: DRAIN COMMISSIONER - RESOLUTION TO APPROVE REVISED PROJECT COSTS,
ASSESSMENT ROLL AND ISSUANCE OF BONDS FOR WATKINS LAKE
To the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
The Finance Committee, having reviewed the above-referenced resolution, reports with the
recommendation that the resolution be amended, NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED paragraph,
paragraph 4, as follows.
1. This resolution supercedes Miscellaneous Resolution #04055 adopted on in February 2004
and MR #04055 as amended in April 22, 2004.
Chairperson, on behalf of the Finance Committee, I move acceptance of the foregoing report.
CHUCK MOSS
MISCELLANEOUS RESOLUTION #04196
BY: Planning and Building Committee, Charles E. Palmer, Chairperson
IN RE: DRAIN COMMISSIONER - RESOLUTION TO APPROVE REVISED PROJECT COSTS,
ASSESSMENT ROLL AND ISSUANCE OF BONDS FOR WATKINS LAKE
To the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
WHEREAS the Oakland County Board of Commissioners, by the adoption on December 12, 2002 of
Miscellaneous Resolution #02324 deemed that it was in the public’s best interest to proceed with
construction of a new augmentation well and drain outlet for maintaining the normal summer height and
level and establishing the normal winter height and level of Watkins Lake, located in Waterford Township,
pursuant with the provisions of Part 306 of Act No. 451 of the Public Acts of Michigan of 1994, as
amended (the “Act”); and
WHEREAS said Resolution designated the Drain Commissioner to act on behalf of the Board of
Commissioners to oversee the design and construction of a new augmentation well and drain outlet for
Watkins Lake and to prepare a special assessment district (the “Special Assessment District”) and a
special assessment roll (the “Special Assessment Roll”) designating each parcel of land that will benefit
from the maintenance of the normal summer height and level and the establishment of the normal winter
height and level; and
WHEREAS the aforesaid Board of Commissioner’s Resolution did resolve to finance the cost of
constructing a new augmentation well and drain outlet for Watkins Lake, to be repaid from said Special
Assessment Roll; and
WHEREAS the office of the Drain Commissioner, in conjunction with the Department of Corporation
Counsel, was authorized to initiate a complaint in the Circuit Court for the County of Oakland to maintain
the normal summer height and level and establish a normal winter height and level for Watkins Lake and
to construct a new augmentation well and drain outlet; and
WHEREAS the office of the Drain Commissioner, in conjunction with the Department of Corporation
Counsel, did on October 29, 2003 present motions and pleadings in Circuit Court resulting in said County
maintaining the normal summer height and level and establishing a normal winter height and level and
confirming the Special Assessment District; and
WHEREAS the Drain Commissioner has prepared a revised estimate of costs for the new Watkins Lake
Augmentation Well Project in the amount of $595,000 attached hereto as Exhibit A; and
WHEREAS as required by the provisions the Act, the Drain Commissioner held a Public Hearing on
August 24, 2004 concerning the assessment of $595,000 in revised project costs (the “Project Costs”) to
be repaid from the aforementioned Special Assessment Roll attached hereto as Exhibit B; and
WHEREAS in accordance with said Act, the Drain Commissioner herewith submits for approval to the
Board of Commissioners both the revised estimated $595,000 Project Costs attached hereto as Exhibit A
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and a Special Assessment Roll attached hereto as Exhibit B to pay for the cost of the Watkins Lake
Augmentation Well Project; and
WHEREAS per the Order of the Circuit Court, upon the approval of the Special Assessment Roll by the
Board of Commissioners, said proposal assessment plan shall be submitted to the Circuit Court for a
Show Cause Hearing and approval; and
WHEREAS the Drain Commissioner has by order approved the issuance of Bonds in an amount not to
exceed $575,000 as set forth in the Bond Authorizing Order attached hereto as Exhibit C.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Commissioners of the County of Oakland,
Michigan, as follows:
1. The Project Costs attached hereto as Exhibit A and the Special Assessment Roll
attached hereto as Exhibit B are each hereby approved. The unpaid special
assessments shall bear interest at 5% per annum from October 1, 2004, provided the
interest rate shall not exceed 1% over the rate of interest on the Bonds to be issued.
2. The District is authorized to issue Bonds in an amount not to exceed $575,000 as set
forth in Exhibit C.
3. All activities involved in the planning and construction of this Project under this resolution
shall comply with the standing rules of the Board of Commissioners.
4. This resolution supercedes Miscellaneous Resolution #04055 adopted in February 2004
and Miscellaneous Resolution #04055 as amended in April 2004.
Chairperson, on behalf of the Planning and Building Committee, I move the adoption of the foregoing
resolution.
PLANNING AND BUILDING COMMITTEE
Copy of Exhibit A, B, and C, Appendix A, B, and C on file in County Clerk’s office.
FISCAL NOTE (MISC. #04196)
BY: Finance Committee, Chuck Moss, Chairperson
IN RE: DRAIN COMMISSIONER – RESOLUTION TO APPROVE REVISED PROJECT COSTS,
ASSESSMENT ROLL AND ISSUANCE OF BONDS FOR WATKINS LAKE
To the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
Pursuant to Rule XII-C of this Board, the Finance Committee has reviewed the above referenced
resolution and finds:
1. With the adoption of Miscellaneous Resolution No. 02324, the Drain Commissioner is
requesting approval for revised project costs, assessment roll and issuance of bonds for
the construction of an augmentation well and drain outlet for maintaining the normal
summer and winter height of Watkins Lake.
2. The Drain Commissioner is requesting approval of the estimated $595,000 Watkins Lake
Augmentation Well Project costs to be assessed against all benefiting property owners
within the special assessment district for Watkins Lake.
3. The Drain Commissioner hereby submits to the Board of Commissioners the approval of
a Special Assessment Roll to pay for the estimated $595,000 project cost of the Watkins
Lake Augmentation Well Project.
4. To provide financing for the project, the Drain Commissioner is requesting approval of the
issuance of bonds in the amount not to exceed $575,000.
5. The Bond proceeds will be deposited into a separate lake level project fund.
6. The special assessment collections will be deposited into a separate debt service fund
and will be used to make the required debt service payments.
7. There is no General Fund monies needed and no budget amendment is required.
FINANCE COMMITTEE
Moved by Palmer supported by Middleton the resolution be adopted.
Moved by Palmer supported by Middleton the Finance Committee Report be accepted.
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A sufficient majority having voted therefore, the report was accepted.
Moved by Palmer supported by Suarez the resolution be amended to coincide with the recommendation
in the Finance Committee Report.
A sufficient majority having voted therefore, the amendment carried.
Vote on resolution, as amended:
AYES: Law, Long, McMillin, Middleton, Moffitt, Moss, Palmer, Patterson, Potter, Rogers, Scott,
Suarez, Webster, Wilson, Zack, Bullard, Coulter, Crawford, Douglas, Gregory, Jamian,
Knollenberg, Kowall. (23)
NAYS: None. (0)
A sufficient majority having voted therefore, the resolution, as amended, was adopted.
REPORT (MISC. #04197)
BY: Finance Committee, Chuck Moss, Chairperson
IN RE: DRAIN COMMISSIONER - REVISED WATKINS LAKE AUGMENTATION WELL PROJECT -
FULL FAITH AND CREDIT RESOLUTION
To the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
The Finance Committee, having reviewed the above-referenced resolution, reports with the
recommendation that the resolution be amended, NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED paragraph,
paragraph 6, as follows.
6. This resolution supercedes MR #04056 adopted on in February 2004 and MR #04056 as
amended in April 22, 2004.
Chairperson, on behalf of the Finance Committee, I move acceptance of the foregoing report.
CHUCK MOSS
MISCELLANEOUS RESOLUTION #04197
BY: Planning and Building Committee, Charles E. Palmer, Chairperson
IN RE: DRAIN COMMISSIONER – REVISED WATKINS LAKE AUGMENTATION WELL PROJECT -
FULL FAITH AND CREDIT RESOLUTION
To the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
WHEREAS by order of the Oakland County Circuit Court dated October 29, 2003, the Watkins Lake
Special Assessment District (the “District”) was continued for the purpose of maintaining the summer
height and level and establishing the winter height and level in Watkins Lake known as the Watkins Lake
Augmentation Well Project (the “Project”) and the Oakland County Drain Commissioner (the “Drain
Commissioner”) as earlier authorized by a resolution of the Oakland County Board of Commissioners as
the “Delegated Authority” for the District; and
WHEREAS the Drain Commissioner has held a hearing on the Project Costs and Special Assessment
Roll for the Project in the aggregate principal amount of $595,000 for which bonds are to be issued; and
WHEREAS the Drain Commissioner has ordered bonds in an amount not to exceed $575,000 to be
issued for the Project in the District which bonds are to be called Watkins Lake Level Bonds, Series 2004
(the “Bonds”) which Bonds will be dated as of such date, will bear interest at such rates not to exceed 7%
per annum, will be in the aggregate principal amount necessary to construct the Project, will mature in
such years and principal amounts, and will be subject to redemption prior to maturity as shall be
determined by the Order of the Drain Commissioner at the time of sale; and
WHEREAS the Drain Commissioner deems it advisable and necessary to obtain from this Board a
resolution pledging the full faith and credit of the County of Oakland (the “County”) for the payment of the
principal of and interest on the Bonds; and
WHEREAS it is in the best interest of the County that the Bonds be sold in order to defray the cost of
construction of the Project.
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NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Commissioners of the County Of Oakland,
Michigan, as follows:
1. Pursuant to the authorization provided in Section 3075 of Act No. 451 of the Public Acts
of Michigan of 1994, as amended, the Board of Commissioners of the County hereby
pledges irrevocably the full faith and credit of the County for the prompt payment of the
principal of and interest on the Bonds and agrees that, in the event the property owners
on the Special Assessment Roll shall fail or neglect to account to the County Treasurer of
the County for the amount of any special assessment installment and interest when due,
the amount thereof shall be advanced immediately from County funds, and the County
Treasurer is directed to make such advancement to the extent necessary.
2. In the event that, pursuant to the pledge of full faith and credit, the County advances out
of County funds all or any part of an installment and interest, it shall be the duty of the
County Treasurer, for and on behalf of the County, to take all actions and proceedings
and pursue all remedies permitted or authorized by law for the reimbursement of such
sums so paid.
3. The County Executive, if necessary, is authorized to file with the Department of Treasury
of the State of Michigan on behalf of the County an Application for State Treasurer’s
Approval to Issue Bonds with respect to the Bonds.
4. The County Treasurer is authorized to approve the circulation of a preliminary and final
official statement for the Refunding Bonds, to cause the preparation of those portions of
the preliminary and final official statement that pertain to the County, and to do all other
things necessary for compliance with Rule 15c2-12 issued under the Securities
Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Rule”). The County Treasurer is authorized to
execute and deliver such certificates and to do all other things that are necessary to
effectuate the sale and delivery of the Refunding Bonds.
5. All activities involved in the planning and construction of this Project under this resolution
shall comply with the standing rules of the Board of Commissioners.
6. This resolution supercedes Miscellaneous Resolution #04056 adopted in February 2004
and Miscellaneous Resolution #04056 as amended in April 2004.
Chairperson, on behalf of the Planning and Building Committee, I move the adoption of the foregoing
resolution.
PLANNING AND BUILDING COMMITTEE
FISCAL NOTE (MISC. #04197)
BY: Finance Committee, Chuck Moss, Chairperson
IN RE: DRAIN COMMISSIONER – REVISED WATKINS LAKE AUGMENTATION WELL PROJECT –
FULL FAITH AND CREDIT RESOLUTION
To the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
Pursuant to Rule XII-C of this Board, the Finance Committee has reviewed the above referenced
resolution and finds:
1. The Drain Commissioner is requesting that the Board of Commissioners pledge the full faith
and credit of the County of Oakland for the payment of the principal and interest on the
Bonds called Watkins Lake Level Bonds, Series 2004 for the Watkins Lake Augmentation
Well Project.
2. The Bonds are not to exceed $575,000 to pay for the construction of the augmentation well
and drain outlet for maintaining the normal summer and winter height of Watkins Lake.
3. The Bonds will bear an interest rate not to exceed 7% per annum, will be in an aggregate
principal amount necessary to cover the construction cost of the Project, and will be callable
prior to maturity as determined necessary by the Drain Commissioner at the time of issue.
4. The statutory limit for County debt is $7,029,699,664 (10% of current State Equalized Value).
As of 08/23/2004, the outstanding debt is $312,222,336 or approximately .44% of the S.E.V.
5. An assessment roll was established to pay for all the cost of the Project by all the benefiting
property owners within the special assessment district.
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6. Funding for the principal and interest payments will come from the Watkins Lake special
assessment roll that was established for this project. No General Fund appropriation is
required.
FINANCE COMMITTEE
Moved by Palmer supported by Middleton the resolution be adopted.
Moved by Palmer supported by Scott the Finance Committee Report be accepted.
A sufficient majority having voted therefore, the report was accepted.
Moved by Palmer supported by Knollenberg the resolution be amended to coincide with the
recommendation in the Finance Committee Report.
A sufficient majority having voted therefore, the amendment carried.
Vote on resolution, as amended:
AYES: Long, McMillin, Middleton, Moffitt, Moss, Palmer, Patterson, Potter, Rogers, Scott,
Suarez, Webster, Wilson, Zack, Bullard, Coulter, Crawford, Douglas, Gregory, Jamian,
Knollenberg, Kowall, Law. (23)
NAYS: None. (0)
A sufficient majority having voted therefore, the resolution, as amended, was adopted.
Commissioner Charles Palmer requested a Public Hearing be scheduled for the purpose of allowing
public comment on the Planning and Economic Development Services Division Resolution Approving
Project Plan (Easom Automation Systems, Inc., Project) – City of Madison Heights. The Chairperson
scheduled the Public Hearing for September 22, 2004 at 7:07 p.m. in the Board of Commissioners
Auditorium.`
MISCELLANEOUS RESOLUTION #04254
BY: Public Services Committee, Hugh D. Crawford, Chairperson
IN RE: PUBLIC SERVICES/MEDICAL EXAMINER- ESTABLISHMENT OF AN INTERLOCAL
AGREEMENT TO PROVIDE GENESEE COUNTY MEDICAL EXAMINER SERVICES AND TO CREATE
POSITIONS
To the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
WHEREAS the County of Genesee has requested that the County of Oakland provide the services of the
Oakland County Medical Examiner; and
WHEREAS Pursuant to the Urban Cooperation Act of 1967, 1967 PA 7, MCL 124.501 et seq., Oakland
and Genesee County may enter into this agreement for the purposes of providing the services of the
Oakland County Medical Examiner’s Office to Genesee County; and
WHEREAS the contract provides that mutual agreement and amendment shall not become effective prior
to the approval by concurrent resolutions of both the Oakland County Board of Commissioners and
Genesee County Board of Commissioners; and
WHEREAS the Genesee County Board of Commissioners has approved the contract to enter into
agreement with Oakland County; and
WHEREAS Corporation Counsel has reviewed and approves the one-year contract which includes the
Scope of Services, Fee Schedule, Compensation to Oakland County for services performed and
compliance by the Oakland County Medical Examiner with all applicable Federal, State and local laws,
ordinances, rules and regulations; and
WHEREAS the Oakland County Medical Examiner and Corporation Counsel has reviewed and/or
prepared all necessary documents related to the attached Joint Operating Agreement between Genesee
County and the County of Oakland; and
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WHEREAS the Oakland County Medical Examiner Division is requesting to create one (1) full-time
eligible Medical Examiner Investigator position to assist with additional and the pending caseload; and
WHEREAS the Oakland County Medical Examiner Division is requesting the creation of a Forensic
Pathology Fellow classification and position to assist with the increased caseload, working under the
direction of a staff Forensic Pathologist; and
WHEREAS the Oakland County Medical Examiner Division currently has one Family Service Counselor
position and is requesting to create one (1) full-time eligible Family Service Counselor to assist with
support and counseling to those families grieving a loss; and
WHEREAS the Oakland County Medical Examiner Division is requesting the creation of two (2) part-time
non-eligible 1,000 hr/yr. Autopsy Attendant positions to assist with body preparation and autopsies; and
WHEREAS the Oakland County Medical Examiner Division is requesting two (2) part-time non-eligible
1,000 hr/yr. Office Assistant II positions to transcribe medical dictation, prepare death certificates and
other related clerical work.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Oakland County Board of Commissioners hereby
approves and authorizes the attached Joint Operating Agreement between the County of Genesee and
the County of Oakland.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Oakland County Board of Commissioners approves the creation of
a new classification and full-time non-eligible (2,000 hr./yr.) position titled Forensic Pathology Fellow at a
flat hourly rate of $29/hr and non-exempt from overtime.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Oakland County Board of Commissioners approves the creation of
(1) full-time eligible Medical Examiner Investigator position, one (1) full-time eligible Family Service
Counselor position, two (2) part-time non-eligible Autopsy Attendant positions, and two (2) part-time non-
eligible Office Assistant II positions.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Medical Examiner report the revenue and/or losses generated
from the contract over the next 12 months, on a biannual basis, to the Finance Committee and the Public
Services Committee for review.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the future level of service including Personnel will be contingent upon
sufficient revenue generated from the Genesee County contract to cover the costs of the positions herein.
Chairperson, on behalf of the Public Services Committee, I move the adoption of the foregoing resolution.
PUBLIC SERVICES COMMITTEE
Copy of Interlocal Agreement for Medical Examiner Services between Oakland County and Genesee
County, Scope of Work, and Fee Schedule on file in County Clerk’s office.
The Chairperson referred the resolution to the Personnel Committee and the Finance Committee. There
were no objections.
MISCELLANEOUS RESOLUTION #04255
BY: Public Services Committee, Hugh D. Crawford, Chairperson
IN RE: SHERIFF'S OFFICE - CONTRACT AMENDMENT #1 FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT SERVICES
IN THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF COMMERCE
To the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
WHEREAS the Charter Township of Commerce has contracted with the Oakland County Sheriff's
Department to provide law enforcement services for the Township (Miscellaneous Resolution #03349);
and
WHEREAS paragraph 24 of this Contract provided that an amendment to this Contract must be approved
by concurrent resolutions of both the Oakland County Board of Commissioners and the Charter Township
of Commerce Board; and
WHEREAS the Charter Township of Commerce has approved a proposed amendment to the contract
(Schedule A and A-1, Sheriff's Deputies Contracted) which would add one (1) Patrol Investigator and
bring the total number of contracted positions to twenty-four (24); and
WHEREAS the Sheriff has agreed to add one (1) Patrol Investigator for the Charter Township of
Commerce under the terms of this contract.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Oakland County Board of Commissioners approves an
amendment to the original Schedule A and A-1 (Sheriff Deputies Contracted) of the Oakland County
Commissioners Minutes Continued. September 9, 2004
475
Sheriff's Department 2004-2008 Law Enforcement Services Agreement with the Charter Township of
Commerce to add one (1) Patrol Investigator.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that one unmarked vehicle (with mobile & prep) be added to the County
fleet.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that one (1) Deputy II position be created in the Contracted Patrol Unit,
Patrol Services Division of the Sheriff's Office.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that this amendment will take effect on September 25, 2004.
Chairperson, on behalf of the Public Services Committee, I move the adoption of the foregoing resolution.
PUBLIC SERVICES COMMITTEE
Copy of Schedule A, Schedule A-1, and Oakland County Sheriff’s Department 2004-2008 Law
Enforcement Services Agreement with Charter Township of Commerce – Amendment 1 on file in County
Clerk’s office.
The Chairperson referred the resolution to the Personnel Committee and the Finance Committee. There
were no objections.
REPORT
BY: Public Services Committee, Hugh D. Crawford, Chairperson
IN RE: COMMISSIONER APPOINTMENTS TO THE JAIL POPULATION MANAGEMENT TASK
FORCE
To the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
A Jail Population Management Task Force was created per MR #04179 on August 26, 2004, and it
requires the membership of four Oakland County Commissioners. As liaison committee to the jail, the
Public Services Committee recommends that the following commissioners be appointed to the Jail
Population Management Task Force: Commissioner Helaine Zack, Commissioner Eileen Kowall,
Commissioner Hugh D. Crawford, and Commissioner Eric Wilson.
Chairperson, on behalf of the Public Services Committee, I move the acceptance of the foregoing report.
PUBLIC SERVICES COMMITTEE
Moved by Crawford supported by Wilson the Public Services Report be accepted.
A sufficient majority having voted therefore, the report was accepted.
Chairperson Thomas Law made the following statement: “Are there any further nominations to the Jail
Population Management Task Force?” There were no additional nominations.
Moved by Crawford supported by Wilson the nominations be closed and a unanimous vote be cast for
Commissioners Helaine Zack, Eileen Kowall, Hugh D. Crawford, and Eric Wilson to be appointed to the
Jail Population Management Task Force.
Vote on appointment:
AYES: McMillin, Middleton, Moffitt, Moss, Palmer, Patterson, Potter, Rogers, Scott, Suarez,
Webster, Wilson, Zack, Bullard, Coulter, Crawford, Douglas, Gregory, Jamian, Knollenberg,
Kowall, Law, Long. (23)
NAYS: None. (0)
A sufficient majority having voted therefore, the appointment of the above mentioned commissioners to
the Jail Population Management Task Force were confirmed.
Commissioners Minutes Continued. September 9, 2004
476
MISCELLANEOUS RESOLUTION #04256
BY: Chuck Moss, District #20, Greg Jamian, District #16, Thomas A. Law, District #17 and Martin J.
Knollenberg, District #13
IN RE: WEST NILE VIRUS FUND REIMBURSEMENT FOR PROJECT IN BLOOMFIELD TOWNSHIP –
FISCAL YEAR 2004 ALLOCATION
To the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
WHEREAS the Oakland County Board of Commissioners via Miscellaneous Resolution #04120 approved
the extension of the West Nile Virus Fund for Fiscal Year 2004; and
WHEREAS the Oakland County Board of Commissioners established a West Nile Virus Fund
Disbursement Policy per Miscellaneous Resolution #03060 in an effort to assist cities, villages and
townships (CVTs) with mosquito control measures to prevent the spread of West Nile Virus and to help
protect the health, safety and welfare of the people of Oakland County; and
WHEREAS pursuant to the Disbursement Policy, Bloomfield Township has submitted a resolution of
authorization to the County for reimbursement of expenses incurred in connection with an eligible
mosquito control project; and
WHEREAS the Fiscal Year 2004 authorized amount of funding for Bloomfield Township is $17,091.49
from the West Nile Virus Fund as repayment to Bloomfield Township for expenses incurred in connection
with mosquito control projects.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Oakland County Board of Commissioners approves the
project submitted by Bloomfield Township as eligible for reimbursement from the West Nile Virus Fund.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Board authorizes the Fiscal Year 2004 appropriation in the amount
of $17,091.49 from the West Nile Virus Fund (Account #90-210000-23030-9098) to repay Bloomfield
Township for expenses incurred in connection with the mosquito control project, once proper invoices are
presented.
Chairperson, I move the adoption of the foregoing resolution.
CHUCK MOSS
Copy of letter from George J. Miller, M.A. Manager/Health Officer, Minutes from the Charter Township of
Bloomfield, Resolution Authorizing West Nile Virus Fund Expense Reimbursement Request, Mosquito
Management Agreement, and Request for West Nile Virus Fund Reimbursement on file in County Clerk’s
office.
The Chairperson referred the resolution to the General Government Committee and the Finance
Committee. There were no objections.
MISCELLANEOUS RESOLUTION #04257
BY: Chuck Moss, District #20
IN RE: WEST NILE VIRUS FUND REIMBURSEMENT FOR PROJECT IN THE CITY OF BIRMINGHAM
– FISCAL YEAR 2004 ALLOCATION
To the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
WHEREAS the Oakland County Board of Commissioners via Miscellaneous Resolution #04120 approved
the extension of the West Nile Virus Fund for FY 2004; and
WHEREAS the Oakland County Board of Commissioners established a West Nile Virus Fund
Disbursement Policy per Miscellaneous Resolution #03060 in an effort to assist cities, villages and
townships (CVTs) with mosquito control measures to prevent the spread of West Nile Virus and to help
protect the health, safety and welfare of the people of Oakland County; and
WHEREAS pursuant to the Disbursement Policy, the City of Birmingham has submitted a resolution of
authorization to the County for reimbursement of expenses incurred in connection with an eligible
mosquito control project; and
WHEREAS the FY 2004 authorized amount of funding for the City of Birmingham is $6,720.39 from the
West Nile Virus Fund as repayment to the City of Birmingham for expenses incurred in connection with
mosquito control projects.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Oakland County Board of Commissioners approves the
project submitted by the City of Birmingham as eligible for reimbursement from the West Nile Virus Fund.
Commissioners Minutes Continued. September 9, 2004
477
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Board authorizes the FY 2004 appropriation in the amount of
$6,720.39 from the West Nile Virus Fund (Account #90-210000-23030-9098) to repay the City of
Birmingham for expenses incurred in connection with the mosquito control project, once proper invoices
are presented.
Chairperson, I move the adoption of the foregoing resolution.
CHUCK MOSS
Copy of letter from George J. Miller, M.A. Manager/Health Officer, Request for West Nile Virus Fund
Reimbursement, and Attachments A, B, and C on file in County Clerk’s.
The Chairperson referred the resolution to the General Government Committee and the Finance
Committee. There were no objections.
MISCELLANEOUS RESOLUTION #04258
BY: Charles E. Palmer, District #19
IN RE: WEST NILE VIRUS FUND REIMBURSEMENT FOR PROJECT IN THE CITY OF CLAWSON –
FISCAL YEAR 2004 ALLOCATION
To the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
WHEREAS the Oakland County Board of Commissioners via Miscellaneous Resolution #04120 approved
the extension of the West Nile Virus Fund for Fiscal Year 2004; and
WHEREAS the Oakland County Board of Commissioners established a West Nile Virus Fund
Disbursement Policy per Miscellaneous Resolution #03060 in an effort to assist cities, villages and
townships (CVTs) with mosquito control measures to prevent the spread of West Nile Virus and to help
protect the health, safety and welfare of the people of Oakland County; and
WHEREAS pursuant to the Disbursement Policy, the City of Clawson has submitted a resolution of
authorization to the County for reimbursement of expenses incurred in connection with an eligible
mosquito control project; and
WHEREAS the Fiscal Year 2004 authorized amount of funding for the City of Clawson is $4,300.94 from
the West Nile Virus Fund as repayment to the City of Clawson for expenses incurred in connection with
mosquito control projects.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Oakland County Board of Commissioners approves the
project submitted by the City of Clawson as eligible for reimbursement from the West Nile Virus Fund.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Board authorizes the Fiscal Year 2004 appropriation in the amount
of $4,300.94 from the West Nile Virus Fund (Account #90-210000-23030-9098) to repay the City of
Clawson for expenses incurred in connection with the mosquito control project, once proper invoices are
presented.
Chairperson, I move the adoption of the foregoing resolution.
CHARLES PALMER
Copy of letter from George J. Miller, M.A. Manager/Health Officer, Request for West Nile Virus Fund
Reimbursement, memo from Harry G. Drinkwine Superintendent, D.P.W., Invoice from Clarke Mosquito
Control, copy of check from City of Clawson, and resolution to Oakland County Requesting
Reimbursement for the Purchase of West Nile Larvicide on file in County Clerk’s office.
The Chairperson referred the resolution to the General Government Committee and the Finance
Committee. There were no objections.
MISCELLANEOUS RESOLUTION #04259
BY: John A. Scott, District #5
IN RE: WEST NILE VIRUS FUND REIMBURSEMENT FOR PROJECT IN THE CITY OF SYLVAN
LAKE – FISCAL YEAR 2004 ALLOCATION
To the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
WHEREAS the Oakland County Board of Commissioners via Miscellaneous Resolution #04120 approved
the extension of the West Nile Virus Fund for Fiscal Year 2004; and
Commissioners Minutes Continued. September 9, 2004
478
WHEREAS the Oakland County Board of Commissioners established a West Nile Virus Fund
Disbursement Policy per Miscellaneous Resolution #03060 in an effort to assist cities, villages and
townships (CVTs) with mosquito control measures to prevent the spread of West Nile Virus and to help
protect the health, safety and welfare of the people of Oakland County; and
WHEREAS pursuant to the Disbursement Policy, the City of Sylvan Lake has submitted a resolution of
authorization to the County for reimbursement of expenses incurred in connection with an eligible
mosquito control project; and
WHEREAS the Fiscal Year 2004 authorized amount of funding for the City of Sylvan Lake is $658.87
from the West Nile Virus Fund as repayment to the City of Sylvan Lake for expenses incurred in
connection with mosquito control projects.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Oakland County Board of Commissioners approves the
project submitted by the City of Sylvan Lake as eligible for reimbursement from the West Nile Virus Fund.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Board authorizes the Fiscal Year 2004 appropriation in the amount
of $658.87 from the West Nile Virus Fund (Account #90-210000-23030-9098) to repay the City of Sylvan
Lake for expenses incurred in connection with the mosquito control project, once proper invoices are
presented.
Chairperson, I move the adoption of the foregoing resolution.
JOHN A. SCOTT
Copy of letter from George J. Miller, M.A. Manager/Health Officer, letter in regards to West Nile Treatment
Expenses, copy of check to Clarke Mosquito Control Products, Inc., and Resolution Authorizing West Nile
Virus Fund Expense Reimbursement Request, and Resolution Requesting West Nile Virus Fund Expense
on file in County Clerk’s office.
The Chairperson referred the resolution to the General Government Committee and the Finance
Committee. There were no objections.
MISCELLANEOUS RESOLUTION #04260
BY: John A. Scott, District #5
IN RE: ENVIRONMENTAL INFRASTRUCTURE FUND REIMBURSEMENT FOR PROJECT IN THE
CITY OF LAKE ANGELUS – FISCAL YEAR 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002 AND 2003 ALLOCATIONS
To the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
WHEREAS the Oakland County Board of Commissioners established an Environmental Infrastructure
Funds and Disbursement Policy per Miscellaneous Resolution #99093 in an effort to increase the share
of dollars flowing into infrastructure projects for the County and its cities, villages and townships (CVTs);
and
WHEREAS pursuant to the Disbursement Policy, the City of Lake Angelus has submitted a resolution of
authorization to the County for reimbursement of expenses incurred in connection with an eligible
environment remediation of improvement project; and
WHEREAS the City of Lake Angelus is requesting reimbursement for expenses directly related to the
inspection of septic tanks and septic fields; and
WHEREAS the Fiscal Year 1999, Fiscal Year 2000, Fiscal Year 2001, Fiscal Year 2002 and Fiscal Year
2003 authorized amount of funding for the City of Lake Angelus is $3,221.84 annually from the
Environmental Infrastructure Fund as repayment to the City of Lake Angelus for expenses incurred in
connection with environmental remediation or improvement projects.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Oakland County Board of Commissioners approves the
project submitted by the City of Lake Angelus as eligible for reimbursement from the Environmental
Infrastructure Fund.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Board of Commissioners authorizes the Fiscal Year 1999, Fiscal
Year 2000, Fiscal Year 2001, Fiscal Year 2002 and Fiscal Year 2003 appropriations in the amount of
$3,221.84 annually from the Environmental Infrastructure Fund (Account #90-263244-41000-3985) to
repay the City of Lake Angelus for expenses incurred in septic inspections, once proper invoices are
presented.
Chairperson, I move the adoption of the foregoing resolution.
JOHN A. SCOTT
Commissioners Minutes Continued. September 9, 2004
479
Copy of Environmental Infrastructure Fund Reimbursement Request, and Attachments A, B, and C on file
in County Clerk’s office.
The Chairperson referred the resolution to the Finance Committee. There were no objections.
MISCELLANEOUS RESOLUTION #04261
BY: Helaine Zack, District #22
IN RE: WEST NILE VIRUS FUND REIMBURSEMENT FOR PROJECT IN THE CITY OF PLEASANT
RIDGE – FISCAL YEAR 2004 ALLOCATION
To the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
WHEREAS the Oakland County Board of Commissioners via Miscellaneous Resolution #04120 approved
the extension of the West Nile Virus Fund for Fiscal Year 2004; and
WHEREAS the Oakland County Board of Commissioners established a West Nile Virus Fund
Disbursement Policy per Miscellaneous Resolution #03060 in an effort to assist cities, villages and
townships (CVTs) with mosquito control measures to prevent the spread of West Nile Virus and to help
protect the health, safety and welfare of the people of Oakland County; and
WHEREAS pursuant to the Disbursement Policy, the City of Pleasant Ridge has submitted a resolution of
authorization to the County for reimbursement of expenses incurred in connection with an eligible
mosquito control project; and
WHEREAS the Fiscal Year 2004 authorized amount of funding for the City of Pleasant Ridge is $893.33
from the West Nile Virus Fund as repayment to the City of Pleasant Ridge for expenses incurred in
connection with mosquito control projects.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Oakland County Board of Commissioners approves the
project submitted by the City of Pleasant Ridge as eligible for reimbursement from the West Nile Virus
Fund.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Board authorizes the Fiscal Year 2004 appropriation in the amount
of $893.33 from the West Nile Virus Fund (Account #90-210000-23030-9098) to repay the City of
Pleasant Ridge for expenses incurred in connection with the mosquito control project, once proper
invoices are presented.
Chairperson, I move the adoption of the foregoing resolution.
HELAINE ZACK
Copy of letter from George J.Miller, M.A. Manager/Health Officer, letter from Amy M. Allison City Clerk,
copy of check to Hersch’s Lawn Spray, Hersch’s Lawn Spray Service Invoice, Request for West Nile
Virus Fund Reimbursement, letter from Helaine Zack Commissioner District #22, copy of Miscellaneous
Resolution #04120, and Attachment A, B, and C on file in County Clerk’s office.
The Chairperson referred the resolution to the General Government Committee and the Finance
Committee. There were no objections.
MISCELLANEOUS RESOLUTION #04262
BY : Christine Long, District #7
IN RE: WEST NILE VIRUS FUND REIMBURSEMENT FOR PROJECT IN COMMERCE TOWNSHIP
AND VILLAGE OF WOLVERINE LAKE – FISCAL YEAR 2004 ALLOCATION
To the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
WHEREAS the Oakland County Board of Commissioners via Miscellaneous Resolution #04120 approved
the extension of the West Nile Virus Fund for Fiscal Year 2004; and
WHEREAS the Oakland County Board of Commissioners established a West Nile Virus Fund
Disbursement Policy per Miscellaneous Resolution #03060 in an effort to assist cities, villages and
townships (CVTs) with mosquito control measures to prevent the spread of West Nile Virus and to help
protect the health, safety and welfare of the people of Oakland County; and
WHEREAS pursuant to the Disbursement Policy, Commerce Township and Village of Wolverine Lake
have submitted a resolution of authorization to the County for reimbursement of expenses incurred in
connection with an eligible mosquito control project; and
Commissioners Minutes Continued. September 9, 2004
480
WHEREAS the Fiscal Year 2004 authorized amount of funding for Commerce Township and Village of
Wolverine Lake is $15,039.56 (Commerce Township $13,420.99, Village of Wolverine Lake $1,618.57)
from the West Nile Virus Fund as repayment to Commerce Township and Village of Wolverine Lake for
expenses incurred in connection with mosquito control projects.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Oakland County Board of Commissioners approves the
project submitted by Commerce Township and Village of Wolverine Lake as eligible for reimbursement
from the West Nile Virus Fund.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Board authorizes the Fiscal Year 2004 appropriation in the amount
of $15,039.56 (Commerce Township $13,420.99, Village of Wolverine Lake $1,618.57) from the West
Nile Virus Fund (Account #90-210000-23030-9098) to repay Commerce Township and Village of
Wolverine Lake for expenses incurred in connection with the mosquito control project, once proper
invoices are presented.
Chairperson, I move the adoption of the foregoing resolution.
CHRISTINE LONG
Copy of letter from George J. Miller, M.A. Manager/Health Officer, Mosquito Smarts 2004 Implementation
Plan, Request for West Nile Virus Fund Reimbursement, and Attachments A, B, and C on file in County
Clerk’s office.
The Chairperson referred the resolution to the General Government Committee and the Finance
Committee. There were no objections.
MISCELLANEOUS RESOLUTION #04263
BY: Christine Long, District #7
IN RE: WEST NILE VIRUS FUND REIMBURSEMENT FOR PROJECT IN THE VILLAGE OF
MILFORD – FISCAL YEAR 2004 ALLOCATION
To the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
WHEREAS the Oakland County Board of Commissioners via Miscellaneous Resolution #04120 approved
the extension of the West Nile Virus Fund for Fiscal Year 2004; and
WHEREAS the Oakland County Board of Commissioners established a West Nile Virus Fund
Disbursement Policy per Miscellaneous Resolution #03060 in an effort to assist cities, villages and
townships (CVTs) with mosquito control measures to prevent the spread of West Nile Virus and to help
protect the health, safety and welfare of the people of Oakland County; and
WHEREAS pursuant to the Disbursement Policy, the Village of Milford has submitted a resolution of
authorization to the County for reimbursement of expenses incurred in connection with an eligible
mosquito control project; and
WHEREAS the Fiscal Year 2004 authorized amount of funding for the Village of Milford is $2,317.10 from
the West Nile Virus Fund as repayment to the Village of Milford for expenses incurred in connection with
mosquito control projects.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Oakland County Board of Commissioners approves the
project submitted by the Village of Milford as eligible for reimbursement from the West Nile Virus Fund.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Board authorizes the Fiscal Year 2004 appropriation in the amount
of $2,317.10 from the West Nile Virus Fund (Account #90-210000-23030-9098) to repay the Village of
Milford for expenses incurred in connection with the mosquito control project, once proper invoices are
presented.
Chairperson, I move the adoption of the foregoing resolution.
CHRISTINE LONG
Copy of letter from Thomas J. Gordon, Ph.D., Director of Oakland County Department of Human
Services, letter from Becky Jacques, CMFA Treasurer/Finance Director of Village of Milford, Invoices for
expenses for Reimbursement from the West Nile Virus Fund, Village of Milford Resolution No. 04-012 ,
and copy of Milford Community News on file in County Clerk’s office.
The Chairperson referred the resolution to the General Government Committee and the Finance
Committee. There were no objections.
Commissioners Minutes Continued. September 9, 2004
481
MISCELLANEOUS RESOLUTION #04264
BY: Tom Middleton, District #4
IN RE: WEST NILE VIRUS FUND REIMBURSEMENT FOR PROJECT IN THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP
OF INDEPENDENCE – FISCAL YEAR 2004 ALLOCATION
To the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
WHEREAS the Oakland County Board of Commissioners via Miscellaneous Resolution #04120 approved
the extension of the West Nile Virus Fund for Fiscal Year 2004; and
WHEREAS the Oakland County Board of Commissioners established a West Nile Virus Fund
Disbursement Policy per Miscellaneous Resolution #03060 in an effort to assist cities, villages and
townships (CVTs) with mosquito control measures to prevent the spread of West Nile Virus and to help
protect the health, safety and welfare of the people of Oakland County; and
WHEREAS pursuant to the Disbursement Policy, the Charter Township of Independence has submitted a
resolution of authorization to the County for reimbursement of expenses incurred in connection with an
eligible mosquito control project; and
WHEREAS the Fiscal Year 2004 authorized amount of funding for the Charter Township of Independence
is $15,232.31 from the West Nile Virus Fund as repayment to the Charter Township of Independence for
expenses incurred in connection with mosquito control projects.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Oakland County Board of Commissioners approves the
project submitted by the Charter Township of Independence as eligible for reimbursement from the West
Nile Virus Fund.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Board authorizes the Fiscal Year 2004 appropriation in the amount
of $15,232.31 from the West Nile Virus Fund (Account #90-210000-23030-9098) to repay the Charter
Township of Independence for expenses incurred in connection with the mosquito control project, once
proper invoices are presented.
Chairperson, I move the adoption of the foregoing resolution.
TOM MIDDLETON
Copy of letter from George J. Miller, M.A. Manager/Health Officer, Request for West Nile Virus Fund
Reimbursement, Project Description, Governing Body Resolution, Expense Invoice, 2004 Itemized
Expenditures for Educational Brochures w/postage, and 2004 Schedule to distribute VectoLex including
labor cost on file in County Clerk’s office.
The Chairperson referred the resolution to the General Government Committee and the Finance
Committee. There were no objections.
MISCELLANEOUS RESOLUTION #04265
BY: Martin J. Knollenberg, District #13, Eileen T. Kowall, District #6 and Bill Bullard, District #2
IN RE: BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS - SUPPORT FOR SENATE BILL 1266 - AMENDMENTS TO
THE NATURAL RESOURCES AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION ACT OF 1994 (PA 451)
To the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
WHEREAS Senate Bill 1266 proposes to amend the Natural Resources and Environmental Protection
Act of 1994 (PA 451) relative to lake boards; and
WHEREAS currently, a member of the county board of commissioners is appointed by the board
chairperson to serve on lake boards affected by lake improvement projects; and
WHEREAS currently, only one (1) member of the local government serves on the lake board. Senate
Bill 1266, seeks to allow two (2) representatives of the local unit of government - other than a county - to
serve on the lake board; and
WHEREAS Senate Bill 1266 also proposes to allow the drain commissioner to have a designee serve on
the lake board, if the drain commissioner is unable to personally serve on the lake board; and
WHEREAS Senate Bill 1266 proposed changes includes removing the representative from the
Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) from lake boards; and
WHEREAS Senate Bill 1266 adds language requiring a lake board to meet at least once a year to
establish a budget for improvements, services, or other expenditures, as well as, establishes a process
for dissolution; and
Commissioners Minutes Continued. September 9, 2004
482
WHEREAS the Oakland County Board of Commissioner's Legislative Study Group, having reviewed
Senate Bill 1266, is recommending a resolution in support of Senate Bill 1266.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Oakland County Board of Commissioners hereby
supports the adoption of Senate Bill 1266, as introduced, to amend the Natural Resources and
Environmental Protection Act of 1994 (PA 451).
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Oakland County Clerk forward copies of this adopted resolution to
Governor Jennifer Granholm, Senator Michael Bishop, Senator Nancy Cassis, the Senate Committee on
Local, Urban and State Affairs, the Oakland County delegation to the state legislature, Michigan
Association of Counties and Oakland County's legislative lobbyists.
Chairperson, we move the adoption of the foregoing resolution.
MARTIN J. KNOLLENBERG, EILEEN T.
KOWALL, BILL BULLARD, ERIC WILSON,
DAVID COULTER, THOMAS MIDDLETON,
GEORGE W. SUAREZ, WILLIAM R.
PATTERSON, JEFF POTTER, HUGH D.
CRAWFORD, JOHN A. SCOTT, MIKE
ROGERS, THOMAS A. LAW, CHUCK MOSS,
CHARLES PALMER, GREG JAMIAN,
CHRISTINE A. LONG
The Chairperson referred the resolution to the General Government Committee. There were no
objections.
MISCELLANEOUS RESOLUTION #04266
BY: Vincent Gregory, District #21
IN RE: WEST NILE VIRUS FUND REIMBURSEMENT FOR PROJECT IN THE CITY OF BERKLEY –
FISCAL YEAR 2004 ALLOCATION
To the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
WHEREAS the Oakland County Board of Commissioners via Miscellaneous Resolution #04120 approved
the extension of the West Nile Virus Fund for Fiscal Year 2004; and
WHEREAS the Oakland County Board of Commissioners established a West Nile Virus Fund
Disbursement Policy per Miscellaneous Resolution #03060 in an effort to assist cities, villages and
townships (CVTs) with mosquito control measures to prevent the spread of West Nile Virus and to help
protect the health, safety and welfare of the people of Oakland County; and
WHEREAS pursuant to the Disbursement Policy, the City of Berkley has submitted a resolution of
authorization to the County for reimbursement of expenses incurred in connection with an eligible
mosquito control project; and
WHEREAS the Fiscal Year 2004 authorized amount of funding for the City of Berkley is $5,234.20 from
the West Nile Virus Fund as repayment to the City of Berkley for expenses incurred in connection with
mosquito control projects.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Oakland County Board of Commissioners approves the
project submitted by the City of Berkley as eligible for reimbursement from the West Nile Virus Fund.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Board authorizes the Fiscal Year 2004 appropriation in the amount
of $5,234.20 from the West Nile Virus Fund (Account #90-210000-23030-9098) to repay the City of
Berkley for expenses incurred in connection with the mosquito control project, once proper invoices are
presented.
Chairperson, I move the adoption of the foregoing resolution.
VINCENT GREGORY
Copy of letter from George J. Miller, M.A. Manager/Health Officer, Request for Reimbursement for West
Nile Virus Fund, and Attachments A, B, and C on file in County Clerk’s office.
The Chairperson referred the resolution to the General Government Committee and the Finance
Committee. There were no objections.
Commissioners Minutes Continued. September 9, 2004
483
MISCELLANEOUS RESOLUTION #04267
BY: Vincent Gregory, District #21
IN RE: WEST NILE VIRUS FUND REIMBURSEMENT FOR PROJECT IN THE CITY OF LATHRUP
VILLAGE – FISCAL YEAR 2004 ALLOCATION
To the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
WHEREAS the Oakland County Board of Commissioners via Miscellaneous Resolution #04120 approved
the extension of the West Nile Virus Fund for Fiscal Year 2004; and
WHEREAS the Oakland County Board of Commissioners established a West Nile Virus Fund
Disbursement Policy per Miscellaneous Resolution #03060 in an effort to assist cities, villages and
townships (CVTs) with mosquito control measures to prevent the spread of West Nile Virus and to help
protect the health, safety and welfare of the people of Oakland County; and
WHEREAS pursuant to the Disbursement Policy, the City of Lathrup Village has submitted a resolution of
authorization to the County for reimbursement of expenses incurred in connection with an eligible
mosquito control project; and
WHEREAS the Fiscal Year 2004 authorized amount of funding for the City of Lathrup Village is $1,536.56
from the West Nile Virus Fund as repayment to the City of Lathrup Village for expenses incurred in
connection with mosquito control projects.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Oakland County Board of Commissioners approves the
project submitted by the City of Lathrup Village as eligible for reimbursement from the West Nile Virus
Fund.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Board authorizes the Fiscal Year 2004 appropriation in the amount
of $1,536.56 from the West Nile Virus Fund (Account #90-210000-23030-9098) to repay the City of
Lathrup Village for expenses incurred in connection with the mosquito control project, once proper
invoices are presented.
Chairperson, I move the adoption of the foregoing resolution.
VINCENT GREGORY
Copy of letter from George J. Miller, M.A. Manager/Health Officer, Request for West Nile Virus Fund
Reimbursement, Resolution from City of Lathrup Village, Project Description, copy of invoice, and copy of
check to Clarke Mosquito Control on file in County Clerk’s office.
The Chairperson referred the resolution to the General Government Committee and the Finance
Committee. There were no objections.
MISCELLANEOUS RESOLUTION #04268
BY: Eileen Kowall, District #6
IN RE: WEST NILE VIRUS FUND REIMBURSEMENT FOR PROJECT IN WHITE LAKE TOWNSHIP –
FISCAL YEAR 2004 ALLOCATION
To the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
WHEREAS the Oakland County Board of Commissioners via Miscellaneous Resolution #04120 approved
the extension of the West Nile Virus Fund for Fiscal Year 2004; and
WHEREAS the Oakland County Board of Commissioners established a West Nile Virus Fund
Disbursement Policy per Miscellaneous Resolution #03060 in an effort to assist cities, villages and
townships (CVTs) with mosquito control measures to prevent the spread of West Nile Virus and to help
protect the health, safety and welfare of the people of Oakland County; and
WHEREAS pursuant to the Disbursement Policy, White Lake Township has submitted a resolution of
authorization to the County for reimbursement of expenses incurred in connection with an eligible
mosquito control project; and
WHEREAS the Fiscal Year 2004 authorized amount of funding for White Lake Township is $13,968.40
from the West Nile Virus Fund as repayment to White Lake Township for expenses incurred in connection
with mosquito control projects.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Oakland County Board of Commissioners approves the
project submitted by White Lake Township as eligible for reimbursement from the West Nile Virus Fund.
Commissioners Minutes Continued. September 9, 2004
484
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Board authorizes the Fiscal Year 2004 appropriation in the amount
of $13,968.40 from the West Nile Virus Fund to repay White Lake Township for expenses incurred in
connection with the mosquito control project, once proper invoices are presented.
Chairperson, I move the adoption of the foregoing resolution.
EILEEN KOWALL
Copy of letter from George J. Miller, M.A. Manager/Health Officer, letter from Dena Potter Adm. Asst. to
White Lake Township Supervisor, Resolution for Request for West Nile Virus Fund Expense
Reimbursement, copy of invoice and copy of check to Advanced Pest Management on file in County
Clerk’s office.
The Chairperson referred the resolution to the General Government Committee and the Finance
Committee. There were no objections.
MISCELLANEOUS RESOLUTION #04269
BY: Jeff Potter, District #8
IN RE: WEST NILE VIRUS FUND REIMBURSEMENT FOR PROJECT IN THE CITY OF SOUTH LYON
– FISCAL YEAR 2004 ALLOCATION
To the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
WHEREAS the Oakland County Board of Commissioners via Miscellaneous Resolution #04120 approved
the extension of the West Nile Virus Fund for Fiscal Year 2004; and
WHEREAS the Oakland County Board of Commissioners established a West Nile Virus Fund
Disbursement Policy per Miscellaneous Resolution #03060 in an effort to assist cities, villages and
townships (CVTs) with mosquito control measures to prevent the spread of West Nile Virus and to help
protect the health, safety and welfare of the people of Oakland County; and
WHEREAS pursuant to the Disbursement Policy, the City of South Lyon has submitted a resolution of
authorization to the County for reimbursement of expenses incurred in connection with an eligible
mosquito control project; and
WHEREAS the Fiscal Year 2004 authorized amount of funding for the City of South Lyon is $3,659.29
from the West Nile Virus Fund as repayment to the City of South Lyon for expenses incurred in
connection with mosquito control projects.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Oakland County Board of Commissioners approves the
project submitted by the City of South Lyon as eligible for reimbursement from the West Nile Virus Fund.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Board authorizes the Fiscal Year 2004 appropriation in the amount
of $3,659.29 from the West Nile Virus Fund (Account #90-210000-23030-9098) to repay the City of South
Lyon for expenses incurred in connection with the mosquito control project, once proper invoices are
presented.
Chairperson, I move the adoption of the foregoing resolution.
JEFF POTTER
Copy of letter from George J. Miller, M.A. Manager/Health Officer, Request for West Nile Virus Fund
Reimbursement, Project Description, Governing Body Resolution, and Expense Invoices on file in County
Clerk’s office.
The Chairperson referred the resolution to the General Government Committee and the Finance
Committee. There were no objections.
MISCELLANEOUS RESOLUTION #04270
BY: Bill Bullard, Jr., District #2
IN RE: WEST NILE VIRUS FUND REIMBURSEMENT FOR PROJECT IN THE TOWNSHIP OF
SPRINGFIELD – FISCAL YEAR 2004 ALLOCATION
To the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
WHEREAS the Oakland County Board of Commissioners via Miscellaneous Resolution #04120 approved
the extension of the West Nile Virus Fund for Fiscal Year 2004; and
Commissioners Minutes Continued. September 9, 2004
485
WHEREAS the Oakland County Board of Commissioners established a West Nile Virus Fund
Disbursement Policy per Miscellaneous Resolution #03060 in an effort to assist cities, villages and
townships (CVTs) with mosquito control measures to prevent the spread of West Nile Virus and to help
protect the health, safety and welfare of the people of Oakland County; and
WHEREAS pursuant to the Disbursement Policy, the Township of Springfield has submitted a resolution
of authorization to the County for reimbursement of expenses incurred in connection with an eligible
mosquito control project; and
WHEREAS the Fiscal Year 2004 authorized amount of funding for the Township of Springfield is
$9,238.32 from the West Nile Virus Fund as repayment to the Township of Springfield for expenses
incurred in connection with mosquito control projects.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Oakland County Board of Commissioners approves the
project submitted by the Township of Springfield as eligible for reimbursement from the West Nile Virus
Fund.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Board authorizes the Fiscal Year 2004 appropriation in the amount
of $9,238.32 from the West Nile Virus Fund (Account #90-210000-23030-9098) to repay the Township of
Springfield for expenses incurred in connection with the mosquito control project, once proper invoices
are presented.
Chairperson, I move the adoption of the foregoing resolution.
BILL BULLARD, JR.
Copy of letter from George J. Miller, M.A. Manager/Health Officer, letter from Collin W. Walls Supervisor
of Springfield Township, Request for West Nile Virus Fund Expense Reimbursement, and Springfield
Township West Nile Virus Education and Control Project Plan on file in County Clerk’s office.
The Chairperson referred the resolution to the General Government Committee and the Finance
Committee. There were no objections.
MISCELLANEOUS RESOLUTION #04271
BY: Bill Bullard, Jr., District #2
IN RE: WEST NILE VIRUS FUND REIMBURSEMENT FOR PROJECT IN THE TOWNSHIP OF HOLLY
– FISCAL YEAR 2004 ALLOCATION
To the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
WHEREAS the Oakland County Board of Commissioners via Miscellaneous Resolution #04120 approved
the extension of the West Nile Virus Fund for Fiscal Year 2004; and
WHEREAS the Oakland County Board of Commissioners established a West Nile Virus Fund
Disbursement Policy per Miscellaneous Resolution #03060 in an effort to assist cities, villages and
townships (CVTs) with mosquito control measures to prevent the spread of West Nile Virus and to help
protect the health, safety and welfare of the people of Oakland County; and
WHEREAS pursuant to the Disbursement Policy, the Township of Holly has submitted a resolution of
authorization to the County for reimbursement of expenses incurred in connection with an eligible
mosquito control project; and
WHEREAS the Fiscal Year 2004 authorized amount of funding for the Township of Holly is $5,825.81
from the West Nile Virus Fund as repayment to the Township of Holly for expenses incurred in connection
with mosquito control projects.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Oakland County Board of Commissioners approves the
project submitted by the Township of Holly as eligible for reimbursement from the West Nile Virus Fund.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Board authorizes the Fiscal Year 2004 appropriation in the amount
of $5,825.81 from the West Nile Virus Fund (Account #90-210000-23030-9098) to repay the Township of
Holly for expenses incurred in connection with the mosquito control project, once proper invoices are
presented.
Chairperson, I move the adoption of the foregoing resolution.
BULL BULLARD, JR.
Commissioners Minutes Continued. September 9, 2004
486
Copy of letter from George J. Miller, M.A. Manager/Health Officer, copy of fax from Amy Fowlkes Deputy
Clerk of Holly Township, Request for West Nile Virus Fund Reimbursement, and Attachments A, B, and C
on file in County Clerk’s office.
The Chairperson referred the resolution to the General Government Committee and the Finance
Committee. There were no objections.
MISCELLANEOUS RESOLUTION #04272
BY: Eric S. Wilson, District #3
IN RE: WEST NILE VIRUS FUND REIMBURSEMENT FOR PROJECT IN THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP
OF ORION – FISCAL YEAR 2004 ALLOCATION
To the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
WHEREAS the Oakland County Board of Commissioners via Miscellaneous Resolution #04120 approved
the extension of the West Nile Virus Fund for FY 2004; and
WHEREAS the Oakland County Board of Commissioners established a West Nile Virus Fund
Disbursement Policy per Miscellaneous Resolution #03060 in an effort to assist cities, villages and
townships (CVTs) with mosquito control measures to prevent the spread of West Nile Virus and to help
protect the health, safety and welfare of the people of Oakland County; and
WHEREAS pursuant to the Disbursement Policy, the Charter Township of Orion has submitted a
resolution of authorization to the County for reimbursement of expenses incurred in connection with an
eligible mosquito control project; and
WHEREAS the FY 2004 authorized amount of funding for the Charter Township of Orion is $14,431.36
from the West Nile Virus Fund as repayment to the Charter Township of Orion for expenses incurred in
connection with mosquito control projects.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Oakland County Board of Commissioners approves the
project submitted by the Charter Township of Orion as eligible for reimbursement from the West Nile Virus
Fund.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Board authorizes the FY 2004 appropriation in the amount of
$14,431.36 from the West Nile Virus Fund (Account #90-210000-23030-9098) to repay the Charter
Township of Orion for expenses incurred in connection with the mosquito control project, once proper
invoices are presented.
Chairperson, I move the adoption of the foregoing resolution.
ERIC S.WILSON
Copy of letter from George J. Miller, M.A. Manager/Health Officer, Request for West Nile Virus
Reimbursement, Attachments A, B, and C on file in County Clerk’s office.
The Chairperson referred the resolution to the General Government Committee and the Finance
Committee. There were no objections.
MISCELLANEOUS RESOLUTION #04273
BY: Thomas A. Law, District #17
IN RE: WEST NILE VIRUS FUND REIMBURSEMENT FOR PROJECT IN THE VILLAGE OF BEVERLY
HILLS – FISCAL YEAR 2004 ALLOCATION
To the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
WHEREAS the Oakland County Board of Commissioners via Miscellaneous Resolution #04120 approved
the extension of the West Nile Virus Fund for Fiscal Year 2004; and
WHEREAS the Oakland County Board of Commissioners established a West Nile Virus Fund
Disbursement Policy per Miscellaneous Resolution #03060 in an effort to assist cities, villages and
townships (CVTs) with mosquito control measures to prevent the spread of West Nile Virus and to help
protect the health, safety and welfare of the people of Oakland County; and
WHEREAS pursuant to the Disbursement Policy, the Village of Beverly Hills has submitted a resolution of
authorization to the County for reimbursement of expenses incurred in connection with an eligible
mosquito control project; and
Commissioners Minutes Continued. September 9, 2004
487
WHEREAS the Fiscal Year 2004 authorized amount of funding for the Village of Beverly Hills is $3,834.09
from the West Nile Virus Fund as repayment to the Village of Beverly Hills for expenses incurred in
connection with mosquito control projects.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Oakland County Board of Commissioners approves the
project submitted by the Village of Beverly Hills as eligible for reimbursement from the West Nile Virus
Fund.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Board authorizes the Fiscal Year 2004 appropriation in the amount
of $3,834.09 from the West Nile Virus Fund (Account #90-210000-23030-9098) to repay the Village of
Beverly Hills for expenses incurred in connection with the mosquito control project, once proper invoices
are presented.
Chairperson, I move the adoption of the foregoing resolution.
THOMAS LAW
Copy of letter from George J. Miller, M.A. Manager Health Officer, Request for West Nile Virus Fund
Reimbursement and Attachments A, B, and C on file in County Clerk’s office.
The Chairperson referred the resolution to the General Government Committee and the Finance
Committee. There were no objections.
MISCELLANEOUS RESOLUTION #04274
BY: Thomas A. Law, District #17
IN RE: WEST NILE VIRUS FUND REIMBURSEMENT FOR PROJECT IN THE VILLAGE OF BINGHAM
FARMS – FISCAL YEAR 2004 ALLOCATION
To the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
WHEREAS the Oakland County Board of Commissioners via Miscellaneous Resolution #04120 approved
the extension of the West Nile Virus Fund for Fiscal Year 2004; and
WHEREAS the Oakland County Board of Commissioners established a West Nile Virus Fund
Disbursement Policy per Miscellaneous Resolution #03060 in an effort to assist cities, villages and
townships (CVTs) with mosquito control measures to prevent the spread of West Nile Virus and to help
protect the health, safety and welfare of the people of Oakland County; and
WHEREAS pursuant to the Disbursement Policy, the Village of Bingham Farms has submitted a
resolution of authorization to the County for reimbursement of expenses incurred in connection with an
eligible mosquito control project; and
WHEREAS the Fiscal Year 2004 authorized amount of funding for the Village of Bingham Farms is
$487.70 from the West Nile Virus Fund as repayment to the Village of Bingham Farms for expenses
incurred in connection with mosquito control projects.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Oakland County Board of Commissioners approves the
project submitted by the Village of Bingham Farms as eligible for reimbursement from the West Nile Virus
Fund.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Board authorizes the Fiscal Year 2004 appropriation in the amount
of $487.70 from the West Nile Virus Fund (Account #90-210000-23030-9098) to repay the Village of
Bingham Farms for expenses incurred in connection with the mosquito control project, once proper
invoices are presented.
Chairperson, I move the adoption of the foregoing resolution.
THOMAS A. LAW
Copy of letter from George J. Miller, M.A. Manager/Health Officer, Request for West Nile Virus Fund
Reimbursements, and Attachments A, B, and C on file in County Clerk’s office.
The Chairperson referred the resolution to the General Government Committee and the Finance
Committee. There were no objections.
Commissioners Minutes Continued. September 9, 2004
488
MISCELLANEOUS RESOLUTION #04275
BY: William R. Patterson, District #1
IN RE: WEST NILE VIRUS FUND REIMBURSEMENT FOR PROJECT IN THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP
OF BRANDON – FISCAL YEAR 2004 ALLOCATION
To the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
WHEREAS the Oakland County Board of Commissioners via Miscellaneous Resolution #04120 approved
the extension of the West Nile Virus Fund for Fiscal Year 2004; and
WHEREAS the Oakland County Board of Commissioners established a West Nile Virus Fund
Disbursement Policy per Miscellaneous Resolution #03060 in an effort to assist cities, villages and
townships (CVTs) with mosquito control measures to prevent the spread of West Nile Virus and to help
protect the health, safety and welfare of the people of Oakland County; and
WHEREAS pursuant to the Disbursement Policy, the Charter Township of Brandon has submitted a
resolution of authorization to the County for reimbursement of expenses incurred in connection with an
eligible mosquito control project; and
WHEREAS the FY 2004 authorized amount of funding for the Charter Township of Brandon is $8,976.34
from the West Nile Virus Fund as repayment to the Charter Township of Brandon for expenses incurred in
connection with mosquito control projects.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Oakland County Board of Commissioners approves the
project submitted by the Charter Township of Brandon as eligible for reimbursement from the West Nile
Virus Fund.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Board authorizes the Fiscal Year 2004 appropriation in the amount
of $8,976.34 from the West Nile Virus Fund (Account #90-210000-23030-9098) to repay the Charter
Township of Brandon for expenses incurred in connection with the mosquito control project, once proper
invoices are presented.
Chairperson, I move the adoption of the foregoing resolution.
WILLIAM R. PATTERSON
Copy of from George J. Miller, M.A., Manager/Health Officer, letter from Ronald Lapp Brandon Township
Supervisor, Proposed Project Description, certified copy of Township resolution authorizing our
participation in this program and Invoices on file in County Clerk’s office.
The Chairperson referred the resolution to the General Government Committee and the Finance
Committee. There were no objections.
MISCELLANEOUS RESOLUTION #04276
BY : William R. Patterson, District #1
IN RE: ENVIRONMENTAL INFRASTRUCTURE FUND REIMBURSEMENT FOR PROJECT IN THE
VILLAGE OF LEONARD – FISCAL YEAR 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002 AND 2003 ALLOCATIONS
To the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
WHEREAS the Oakland County Board of Commissioners established an Environmental Infrastructure
Funds and Disbursement Policy per Miscellaneous Resolution #99093 in an effort to increase the share
of dollars flowing into infrastructure projects for the County and its cities, villages and townships (CVTs);
and
WHEREAS pursuant to the Disbursement Policy, the Village of Leonard has submitted a resolution of
authorization to the County for reimbursement of expenses incurred in connection with an eligible
environment remediation of improvement project; and
WHEREAS the Village of Leonard is requesting reimbursement for expenses directly related to drainage
and catch basins for South Forest/Polly Ann Trail and East Elmwood areas; and
WHEREAS the authorized amount of funding for the Village of Leonard is $1,464.97 annually from the
Environmental Infrastructure Fund for Fiscal Year 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002 and 2003 as repayment to the
Village of Leonard for expenses incurred in connection with environmental remediation or improvement
project.
Commissioners Minutes Continued. September 9, 2004
489
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Oakland County Board of Commissioners approves the
project submitted by the Village of Leonard as eligible for reimbursement from the Environmental
Infrastructure Fund.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Board of Commissioners authorizes the Fiscal Year 1999, Fiscal
Year 2000, Fiscal Year 2001, Fiscal Year 2002 and Fiscal Year 2003 annual appropriations in the amount
of $1,464.97 from the Environmental Infrastructure Fund (Account #90-263202-41000-3985) to repay the
Village of Leonard for expenses incurred in connection with drainage and catch basins for South
Forest/Polly Ann Trail and East Elmwood areas, once proper invoices are presented.
Chairperson, I move the adoption of the foregoing resolution.
WILLIAM R. PATTERSON
Copy of Village of Leonard’s Environmental Infrastructure Fund Reimbursement and Resolution of the
Village Council of the Village of Leonard Authorizing the Environmental Infrastructure Fund
Reimbursement Request on file in County Clerk’s office.
The Chairperson referred the resolution to the General Government Committee and the Finance
Committee. There were no objections.
The Board adjourned at 10:25 a.m. to the call of the Chair or September 22, 2004, at 7:00 p.m.
G. WILLIAM CADDELL THOMAS A.LAW
Clerk Chairperson