Crawford County Board of Commissioners Meeting Minutes April 16th, 2008

Crawford County
Grayling, Michigan

Crawford County Board of Commissioners
Regular Board Meeting of April 16th, 2008

The Regular Meeting of the Crawford County Board of Commissioners was called to order by Chairman, Dave Stephenson at 9:33 a.m. in the Crawford County Building, Grayling, Michigan the 16th day of April, 2008.
Invocation by Chairman Stephenson.
Pledge of Allegiance led by Commissioner Hanson.
Roll Call: Stephenson, Anderson, Hanson, Lange, Pinkelman, and Rogers.
Absent – Beardslee.
Sandra Moore, County Clerk-Register of Deeds - Present.
Paul Compo, County Controller - Present.

Others present at various times: Terry Maurer, Patrick Crosson, Nicki Greer, Mary Jergenson, Kevin Hunter, Marian Long, Herb & Judy Foor, Billie & Helen King, and Dan Sanderson.

Approval of the Regular Board Minutes

Motion by Lange, second by Rogers, to approve the Minutes for the March 19, 2008 Regular Board Meeting with a new motion on page five (5) MAPE-MERS Court Benefits as read. Roll Call: Anderson – aye, Beardslee – absent, Hanson – aye, Lange – aye, Pinkelman – aye, Rogers – aye, Stephenson – aye, Motion Carried.

Approval of the Special Board Minutes

Motion by Pinkelman, second by Hanson, to approve the Minutes for the March 31, 2008 Special Board Meeting as presented. Ayes (6) six, nays (0) none, absent (1) one, Motion Carried.

Approval of the Agenda

Motion by Lange, second by Anderson, to accept the agenda as presented. Ayes (6) six, nays (0) none, absent (1) one, Motion Carried.

Brief Public Comment

Terry Maurer, Owner and Managing Director for Avita Artesian Water introduced himself and advised Avita is a 12,000 square feet facility located in Beaver Creek Township. The business employs 12 residents and will soon be expanding to include a 2^nd shift. The Company received 2^nd place in an international competition and is now offering "Totally Organica" as a organic flavored water. Mr. Maurer advised he was born on the property, he bottled the water as a hobby before turning it into a business. Mr. Maurer further thanked the County Board for their support and indicated Avita has been the proud sponsor of the Canoe Marathon and Bike Race.

Open Invoice Report and Prepaid Vouchers

Motion by Lange, second by Hanson, to authorize payment of the following claims:

General Fund:

Balance from "Open Invoice Rep" 26,751.56

Prepaid Invoices
259,743.01

Gross Payroll
189,922.04

Total General Fund
476,416.61

Millage/Road Patrol Fund

Balance from "Open Invoice Report"
2,338.03

Prepaid Invoices
3,082.43

Gross Payroll
19,831.45

Total Millage Fund
25,251.91

Tri-County 46th Trial Court

Balance from "Open Invoice Report"

Prepaid Invoices
9,374.01

Gross Payroll

Total Tri-County Court
9,374.01

Friend of the Court

Balance from "Open Invoice Report"

Prepaid Invoices
37,292.39

Gross Payroll
9,975.29

Total Friend of the Court
47,267.68

Enforcement/Recycle Fund

Balance from "Open Invoice Report"
72.50

Prepaid Invoices
622.70

Gross Payroll
2,780.70

Total Enforcement Fund
3,475.90

COPS in Schools Fund

Balance from "Open Invoice Report"

Prepaid Invoices
431.38

Gross Payroll
4,214.81

Total COPS Fund
4,646.19

Building & Zoning Fund

Balance from "Open Invoice Report"
2,582.82

Prepaid Invoices
381.95

Gross Payroll
5,698.60

Total Building & Zoning Fund
8,663.37

D.A.R.E. Fund

Balance from "Open Invoice Report"

Prepaid Invoices
70.25

Gross Payroll

Total DARE Fund
70.25

MSU Cooperative Extension Fund

Balance from "Open Invoice Report"
183.60

Prepaid Invoices
2,031.08

Gross Payroll
1,002.75

Total MSU Fund
3,217.43

Central Dispatch Fund

Balance from "Open Invoice Report"
19,256.70

Prepaid Invoices
613.21

Gross Payroll
20,634.73

Total Central Dispatch Fund
40,504.64

Family/Probate Court

Balance from "Open Invoice Report"

Prepaid Invoices
20,449.92

Gross Payroll
5,727.61

Total Family/Probate Court
26,177.53

Fish Hatchery Fund

Balance from "Open Invoice Report"

Prepaid Invoices
61.77

Gross Payroll

Total Fish Fund
61.77

Courthouse Preservation Fund

Balance from "Open Invoice Report"
250.00

Prepaid Invoices
2,237.96

Gross Payroll

Total Courthouse Preservation Fund
2,487.96

Law Library Fund

Balance from "Open Invoice Report"

Prepaid Invoices
561.89

Gross Payroll

Total Library Fund
561.89

Roll Call: Beardslee – absent, Hanson – aye, Lange – aye, Pinkelman – aye, Rogers - aye, Stephenson - aye, Anderson – aye, Motion Carried.

Approval Correspondence

Motion by Anderson, second by Rogers, to accept the correspondence as submitted. Ayes (6) six, nays (0) none, absent (1) one, Motion Carried.

Correspondence

Missaukee County Solid Waste Planning Committee – 2007 Plan Amendment to the Missaukee County Solid Waste Management Plan Update.

Roscommon County Board – Notification that Region 7 Homeland Security Planning Board has procured a $1.3 million regional grant for the consolidation/combining of 911 dispatch centers. Controller Compo advised Roscommon is interested in spear heading the project, however, other options are being reviewed.

Motion by Pinkelman, second by Lange, to continue the investigation of possibly consolidating the 911 services either with adjoining counties, State Police or on our own. Ayes (6) six, nays (0) none, absent (1) one, Motion Carried.

NEMCOG – Notice of intent by NEMCOG to apply for federal assistance from HHS.

CRAM – Legislative Updates for March 14, 28, & April 4, 2008.

Hanson Hills Happenings – March 31, 2008 Newsletter.

MAC - Legislative Updates for March 21 & 28, & April 4 & 11, 2008.

DEQ – City Environmental Services in compliance.

DEQ – New Source Review Application Report for Breit Burn Operating in Beaver Creek Township.

MAPE – Communication regarding the Michigan Association of Public Employees Bargaining status. Hanson inquired if

Michigan Public Service Commission – Notice of Hearing and Application of Telrite Corporaton.

Michigan Public Service Commission – Notice of Hearing and Application of Everycall Communications, Inc.

General Preservation Corporation – Notification of services offered.

NEMCOG – 2008 NEMCOG Directory (placed on file).

Northern Lakes Community Mental Health – Financial Audit for 9-30-07 (placed on file).

NEMCOG – Notice of Intent for Marketing Initiative to Henhance Economic Growth.

Pierce, Duke, Farrell & Tafelski, PLC – Amended Unfair Labor Practice Charge filed against the County Board and the 46^th Circuit Trial Court.

Lynn Porritt-McConnell – Resignation from County Compensation Committee.

Don Schanz – Resignation from County Compensation Committee.

Motion by Pinkelman, second by Hanson, to accept the resignations from Lynn Porritt-McConnell and Don Schanz from the County Compensation Committee with regrets. Ayes (6) six, nays (0) none, absent (1) one, Motion Carried.

2008 Equalization Report

Equalization Director, Kevin Hunter presented the 2008 County Equalization Report and Equalized Values.

Motion by Hanson, second by Lange, to accept the 2008 County Equalization Report in the amount of $720,624,050. Roll Call: Hanson – aye, Lange – aye, Pinkelman – aye, Rogers – aye, Stephenson – aye, Anderson – aye, Beardslee – absent, Motion Carried.

Amendment to Agenda

Motion by Hanson, second by Lange, to amend the agenda to allow Patrick Crosson from Axiom Entertainment to make a presentation to the Board. Ayes (6) six, nays (0) none, absent (1) one, Motion Carried.

Patrick Crosson from Axiom Entertainment appeared to introduce Nicki Greer, from Remington Financial Group. They are taking a tour of the property and are meeting with the County EDC.

Recess at 10:09 a.m. and resumed at 10:18 a.m.

Beaver Creek Sour Gas Wells

Marian Long, a registered nurse and Beaver Creek property owner voiced concern that she and other residents live near many oil wells and is concerned about the effects of exposure to toxic hydrogen sulfide gas (H2S). Discussion followed that a California company called BreitBurn bought out Quick Silver Resources. Ms. Long inquired if the County might be able to help her in her pursuit to protect those residents in Section 22 as potential wells may be placed 300 feet from existing water wells. Commissioner Hanson and Board Chairman Stephenson made suggestions to Ms. Long to review the issue with BreitBurn, the Local LEPC and Township officials. Chairman Stephenson advised there are no class 1 or 2 wells in Crawford County and advised that BreitBurn officials have been very receptive to any concerns and should be contacted to discuss potential hazards. LEPC member Larry Akers remarked that all LEPC meetings are open to the public and BreitBurn does participate in the exercises. Environmentalist Bruce Patrick indicated that the drilling is done in different formations and it would be beneficial for Ms. Long to continue to discuss the issue.

Recess @ 10:22 a.m. and resumed at 10:35 a.m.

Department Reports

Clerk Report

Sandra Moore, County Clerk presented the NEMCOG program highlights and submitted them to Commissioner Anderson as the NEMCOG representative.

EMO Report

Bruce Patrick advised the Fish Hatchery received a USDA grant for $26,000.00.

Controller Report

Controller Compo advised an executive session may be necessary to update the Board on the 46^th Circuit Trial Court litigation at the end of the meeting.

Unfinished Business – None.

Commissioner’s Report

Commissioner Rogers – The Commissioner advised she had nothing to report.

Commissioner Hanson - The Commissioner reported his Personnel & Labor Committee recommendation.

Motion by Hanson, second by Lange, to endorse the Chairman’s choice of members for appointment to the County Compensation Committee for the following terms:

Jamie Geer - 4-14-09

Phil Lewis - 4-14-09

JC Milliken – 4-14-12

Ayes (6) six, nays (0) none, absent (1) one, Motion Carried

Commissioner Pinkelman – The Commissioner advised she has no Law Enforcement Committee recommendations to report.

Commissioner Lange – The Commissioner advised he has no Ways & Means Committee recommendations to report.

Commissioner Anderson – The Commissioner advised NEMCOG has met on the Planning Commission and the Master Plan is progessing. NEMCOG is pursuing a grant for a Grayling Fire Department sub station in the amount of $170,000.00.

Commissioner Stephenson – The Commissioner the Chamber is struggling as members are having difficulty with annual dues.

Commissioner Beardslee – The Commissioner advised he had nothing to report.

New Business

Senator Stamas’ Representative Mary Jergenson advised the Senator will be present on Friday, April 25, 2008 from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m.

Executive Session.

Motion by Pinkelman, second by Lange, to recess the regular meeting and enter into a closed session for the purposes of reviewing the 46^th Circuit Trial Court litigation at 10:58 a.m. Roll Call: Lange – aye, Pinkelman – aye, Rogers – aye, Stephenson – aye, Anderson – aye, Beardslee – absent, Hanson – aye, Motion Carried.

The Executive Session began at 10:58 a.m. and concluded at 11:11 a.m.

Motion by Anderson, second by Lange, to accept the closed session minutes as read. Ayes (6) six, nays (0) none, absent (1) one, Motion Carried.

Extended Public Comment – None.

Announcements

Chairman Stephenson announced that Axiom Entertainment should be back on the DNR May 8^th meeting and a caravan will go to Lansing if members want to attend.

Controller Compo advised the MAPE meeting is scheduled for this Friday and Otsego County representative do not plan to attend.

Adjournment

Motion by Pinkelman, second by Hanson, to adjourn meeting at 11:16 a.m. Ayes (6) six, nays (0) none, absent (1) one, Motion Carried.

____________________________
Dave Stephenson, Chairman
Board of Commissioners

____________________________
Sandra Moore
County Clerk

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Hit Counter

General Fund:
Balance from "Open Invoice Rep"		26,751.56
Prepaid Invoices	259,743.01
Gross Payroll	189,922.04
Total General Fund	476,416.61

Millage/Road Patrol Fund
Balance from "Open Invoice Report"	2,338.03
Prepaid Invoices	3,082.43
Gross Payroll	19,831.45
Total Millage Fund	25,251.91

Tri-County 46th Trial Court
Balance from "Open Invoice Report"
Prepaid Invoices	9,374.01
Gross Payroll
Total Tri-County Court	9,374.01

Friend of the Court
Balance from "Open Invoice Report"
Prepaid Invoices	37,292.39
Gross Payroll	9,975.29
Total Friend of the Court	47,267.68

Enforcement/Recycle Fund
Balance from "Open Invoice Report"	72.50
Prepaid Invoices	622.70
Gross Payroll	2,780.70
Total Enforcement Fund	3,475.90

COPS in Schools Fund
Balance from "Open Invoice Report"
Prepaid Invoices	431.38
Gross Payroll	4,214.81
Total COPS Fund	4,646.19

Building & Zoning Fund
Balance from "Open Invoice Report"	2,582.82
Prepaid Invoices	381.95
Gross Payroll	5,698.60
Total Building & Zoning Fund	8,663.37

D.A.R.E. Fund
Balance from "Open Invoice Report"
Prepaid Invoices	70.25
Gross Payroll
Total DARE Fund	70.25

MSU Cooperative Extension Fund
Balance from "Open Invoice Report"	183.60
Prepaid Invoices	2,031.08
Gross Payroll	1,002.75
Total MSU Fund	3,217.43

Central Dispatch Fund
Balance from "Open Invoice Report"	19,256.70
Prepaid Invoices	613.21
Gross Payroll	20,634.73
Total Central Dispatch Fund	40,504.64

Family/Probate Court
Balance from "Open Invoice Report"
Prepaid Invoices	20,449.92
Gross Payroll	5,727.61
Total Family/Probate Court	26,177.53

Fish Hatchery Fund
Balance from "Open Invoice Report"
Prepaid Invoices	61.77
Gross Payroll
Total Fish Fund	61.77

Courthouse Preservation Fund
Balance from "Open Invoice Report"	250.00
Prepaid Invoices	2,237.96
Gross Payroll
Total Courthouse Preservation Fund	2,487.96

Law Library Fund
Balance from "Open Invoice Report"
Prepaid Invoices	561.89
Gross Payroll
Total Library Fund	561.89