Crawford County Board of Commissioners Meeting Minutes May 21st, 2008

Crawford County
Grayling, Michigan

Crawford County Board of Commissioners
Regular Board Meeting of May 21st, 2008

The Regular Meeting of the Crawford County Board of Commissioners was called to order by Chairman, Dave Stephenson, at 9:30 a.m. in the Crawford County Building, Grayling, Michigan on the 21^st day of May, 2008.
Invocation by Chairman Stephenson.
Pledge of Allegiance led by Commissioner Hanson.
Roll Call: Stephenson, Rogers, Hanson, Lange, Anderson and Beardslee.
Absent – Pinkelman.
Sandra Moore, County Clerk-Register of Deeds - Present.
Paul Compo, County Controller – Present.
Joe Wakeley, County Treasurer – Present.
Others present at various times: Vivian Powers, Martha Barnum, Ilene Geiss-Wilson, and Dan Sanderson.

Approval of the Regular Board Minutes

Motion by Hanson, second by Lange, to approve the Minutes for the April 16, 2008 Regular Board Meeting as presented. Ayes (6) six, nays (0) none, absent (1) one, Motion Carried.

Approval of the Agenda

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

Brief Public Comment – None.

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"
11,776.67

Prepaid Invoices
182,058.42

Gross Payroll
176,784.51

Total General Fund
370,619.60

Millage/Road Patrol Fund

Balance from "Open Invoice Report"
300.58

Prepaid Invoices
1,557.02

Gross Payroll
19,598.89

Total Millage Fund
21,456.49

Economic Development Fund

Balance from "Open Invoice Report"
151.80

Prepaid Invoices

Gross Payroll

Total EDF Fund
151.80

Tri-County 46th Trial Court

Balance from "Open Invoice Report"

Prepaid Invoices
5,246.08

Gross Payroll

Total Tri-County Court
5,246.08

Friend of the Court

Balance from "Open Invoice Report"

Prepaid Invoices
2,206.75

Gross Payroll
9,505.98

Total Friend of the Court
11,712.73

Enforcement/Recycle Fund

Balance from "Open Invoice Report"
31.90

Prepaid Invoices
627.94

Gross Payroll
4,838.66

Total Enforcement Fund
5,498.50

COPS in Schools Fund

Balance from "Open Invoice Report"

Prepaid Invoices
31.52

Gross Payroll
3,813.00

Total COPS Fund
3,844.52

Building & Zoning Fund

Balance from "Open Invoice Report"
2,299.74

Prepaid Invoices
258.42

Gross Payroll
5,458.60

Total Building & Zoning Fund
8,016.76

MSU Cooperative Extension Fund

Balance from "Open Invoice Report"
97.21

Prepaid Invoices
702.79

Gross Payroll
1,031.40

Total MSU Fund
1,831.40

Central Dispatch Fund

Balance from "Open Invoice Report"

Prepaid Invoices
192.00

Gross Payroll
20,428.86

Total Central Dispatch Fund
20,620.86

Courthouse Preservation Fund

Balance from "Open Invoice Report"
1,974.40

Prepaid Invoices

Gross Payroll

Total Courthouse Preservation Fund
1,974.40

Law Library Fund

Balance from "Open Invoice Report"

Prepaid Invoices
342.00

Gross Payroll

Total Library Fund
342.00

Family/Probate Court

Balance from "Open Invoice Report"

Prepaid Invoices
19,565.32

Gross Payroll
8,079.61

Total Family/Probate Court
27,644.93

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

Approval Correspondence

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

Correspondence

Kalkaska County Board – Letter to EMO Patrick expressing appreciation for support of Kalkaska Counties resolution 2007-40 which supports the protection of our water resources in Michigan.

Montmorency County Board – Communication regarding the protection to Michigan’s water resources.

Northern Lakes Community Mental Health – 2 Resolution’s addressing proposed changes in Medicaid and mental health parity.

Motion by Anderson, second by Rogers, to support Northern Lakes Community Mental Health Resolution to re-affirm its position not to cut Medicaid benefits and support approval of "The Economic Recovery in Health Care Act –S. 2819. Ayes (6) six, nays (0) none, absent (1) one, Motion Carried.

Motion by Anderson, second by Rogers, to support Northern Lakes Community Mental Health Resolution to find a meaningful compromise to provide strong parity protection for children and adults requiring mental health and addiction treatment. Ayes (6) six, nays (0) none, absent (1) one, Motion Carried.

Huron County Board – Resolution to prohibit phosphorus in lawn fertilizers and a resolution requesting Bay County receive the USS Edson from the federal government.

Missaukee County Board – Communication regarding the concept of a regional dispatch center.

NEMCOG – Public notice/schedule of proposed action on Huron-Manistee National Forest.

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

City of Grayling – Public notice of City Planning Commission hearing on May 20, 2008 for 800 & 804 Michigan Avenue.

DEQ – Inspection revealed the transfer station was in compliance.

DEQ – Approval of supplemental remedial investigation work plan.

MI Public Service Commission – Notice of Hearing for Consumers Energy Company.

DNR – Oil & Gas Auction held.

MAC – Update on 911 funding.

NACo – Gratitude for government work on HR 5613.

CRAM – Legislative updates for April 18, 2008.

MAC - Legislative updates for April 18 & 25, and May 2, 9 & 16, 2008.

Daniel Atherton – E-mail relative to SMR issue. Commissioner Hanson advised Mr. Atherton is not happy with the County allowing a special use permit for SMR.

Motion by Hanson, second by Anderson, to submit a letter to Mr. Atherton and suggest he contact the DEQ for clarification as to the special use permit for SMR. Ayes (6) six, nays (0) none, absent (1) one, Motion Carried.

George Stancil – Request reappointment to the Housing Commission.

Motion by Hanson, second by Lange, to reappoint George Stancil to the Housing Commission for a five (5) year term ending 4-15-13. Ayes (6) six, nays (0) none, absent (1) one, Motion Carried.

Brian Anderson – Michigan Museum of Military Transport request permission to utilize the Courthouse parking lot for a display of historic military vehicles on July 26, 2008.

Motion by Hanson, second by Lange, to authorize use of the Courthouse parking lot on Saturday, July 26, 2008 as long as there is no problem with Central Dispatch or Sheriff Department access. Ayes (6) six, nays (0) none, absent (1) one, Motion Carried

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Barbara Bowers, Kids Day Chairman – Request support for July 22^nd, "Kid’s Day" in the City Park.

COA Concerns

Vivian Powers and Martha Barnum appeared to address a recent confrontation with the COA Director. Ms. Powers advised other seniors have had issues with the Director and questioned her authority. Recall petitions for the COA board have been circulated with over 300 signatures now. Ms. Barnum informed the Board of her discussions with the Director. Ms. Powers reiterated her support for the center to be located at the Eagles Club and feels the Director is not in favor of that location. Commissioner Anderson questioned why the aggression of the Director and inquired whether the ladies plan to attend the COA meeting. Ms. Powers advised they are on the COA meeting agenda tomorrow.

Recess at 10:04 a.m. and reconvened at 10:10 a.m.

Department Reports

Housing Commission Report

Cy Wakeley, Housing Director circulated a nine (9) page printout defining: Income & expense summary from 10-1-07 through 4-30-08; Break down of admin received from the Oscoda program; Oscoda admin register; Breakdown of Crawford County expenses; Breakdown of Oscoda County expenses; FY08 loans closed and mortgages retained by Crawford County; Online grant activity summary for the County’s completed CCBG grant projects and amounts attributed to grant; HPR project costs. Commissioner Lange indicated that Oscoda County is pleased with Director Wakeley’s program progress.

Controller Report

Resolution Imposing 2008 Summer Property Tax Levy

Motion by Anderson, second by Lange, to adopt Resolution 52108-STL to impose the 2008 Summer Property Tax Levy for Crawford County. Roll Call: Beardslee – aye, Hanson – aye, Lange – aye, Pinkelman – absent, Rogers – aye, Stephenson – aye, Anderson – aye, Motion Carried.

Resolution to Repeal Zoning Ordinance

Motion by Anderson, second by Hanson, to adopt resolution 52108 to repeal the Crawford County Zoning Ordinance. Roll Call: Hanson – aye, Lange – aye, Pinkelman – absent, Rogers – aye, Stephenson – aye, Anderson – aye, Beardslee – aye, Motion Carried.

Remonumentation Plan Amendments

Motion Lange, second by Beardslee, to adopt the amendments to the Crawford County Remonumentation Plan as presented. Roll Call: Lange – aye, Pinkelman – absent, Rogers – aye, Stephenson – aye, Anderson – aye, Beardslee – aye, Hanson – aye, Motion Carried.

County Master Plan Draft

Motion by Hanson, second by Beardslee, to make distribution of the Master Plan Draft document to all county/city municipalities. Ayes (6) six, nays (0) none, absent (1) one, Motion Carried.

Controller Paul Compo indicated the Compensation Commission held their first meeting and now have 45 days to complete their task. The next scheduled meeting is Friday, May 30, 2008.

The Controller circulated the MERS computed employer contributions to the retirement system for fiscal year beginning October 1, 2008.

The Controller advised the employee refrigerator is not working properly (freezer is dead & frig is failing) and the AFSCME union has offered to donate ½ the price (up to $500) if the County will purchase a replacement.

Motion by Hanson, second by Lange, to authorize up to $500 from the Courthouse Preservation Fund for a replacement employee refrigerator and acknowledge the AFSCME union reimbursement of up to 50% ($500 maximum) to the County. Roll Call: Pinkelman – absent, Rogers – aye, Stephenson – aye, Anderson – aye, Beardslee – aye, Hanson – aye, Lange – aye, Motion Carried.

Unfinished Business

Road Repair Millage Proposal for the November General Election Ballot

Motion by Hanson, second by Beardslee, to authorize the Road Repair Millage proposal be place on the November General Election Ballot as presented by the Road Commission. Roll Call: Rogers – aye, Stephenson – aye, Anderson – aye, Beardslee – aye, Hanson – aye, Lange – aye, Pinkelman – absent, Motion Carried.

Commissioner’s Report

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

Commissioner Hanson - The Commissioner reported his Personnel & Labor Meeting recommendations.

Library Communication

Motion by Hanson, second by Lange, to forward the correspondence from Lovell’s Township to the Library Board for review. Ayes (6) six, nays (0) none, absent (1) one, Motion Carried.

Sheriff Department Vacation Hours

Motion by Hanson, second by Lange, to allow the Sheriff to extend 24 hours of vacation time for Corrections Officer Brian Shepherd to be used by June 30, 2008. Ayes (6) six, nays (0) none, absent (1) one, Motion Carried.

Commissioner Hanson advised that Breit-Burn is awaiting corporate approval to speak with Marion Long and Beaver Creek residents regarding Oil & Gas Wells in Beaver Creek township.

The Commissioner further extended an invitation to the new Canadian Steak & Fish open house on Friday, May 23, 2008 from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m.

Commissioner Pinkelman – The Commissioner advised she has no Law Enforcement Committee Recommendations to make.

Commissioner Lange – The Commissioner reported his Ways & Means Committee recommendations.

46^th Circuit Trial Court Lawsuit

Motion by Lange, second by Hanson, to authorize $1,297.50 to Phillip Stevens for 17.3 hours in time spent on the 46^th Circuit Trial Court lawsuit (cost split with Kalkaska County). Roll Call: Stephenson – aye, Anderson – aye, Beardslee – aye, Hanson – aye, Lange – aye, Pinkelman – absent, Rogers – aye, Motion Carried.

Animal Shelter Paving Project Bids

Motion by Lange , second by Hanson, to advertise for bids to begin the paving process through NorthWest Design Group for the Animal Shelter entrance, driveway and parking lot paving project. Roll Call: Anderson – aye, Beardslee – aye, Hanson – aye, Lange – aye, Pinkelman – absent, Rogers – aye, Stephenson – aye, Motion Carried.

Resolution Calling For A Stand Along Court System

Motion by Lange, second by Hanson, to adopt amended resolution 52108 – Court calling for a Stand Alone Court System in Michigan. Roll Call: Beardslee – aye, Hanson – aye, Lange – nay, Pinkelman – absent, Rogers – aye, Stephenson – aye, Anderson – aye, Motion Carried.

Motion by Anderson, second by Hanson, to request the adopted resolution be sent to all state and federal elected officials across the United States.

Motion Amended by Anderson, second by Hanson, to submit the resolution to Michigan State and Federal elected officials and request they distribute the resolution to their piers across the United States. The resolution also to be sent to the Supreme Court and the President of the United States. Roll Call on the Amended Motion: Hanson – aye, Lange – nay, Pinkelman – absent, Rogers – aye, Stephenson – aye, Anderson – aye, Beardslee – aye, Motion Carried.

Ways & Means Chairman Lange submitted an evaluation form for Controller Compo’s contract renewal. The Commissioner requested the form be reviewed and placed in a sealed envelope by the Ways & Means June 5^th committee meeting. The contract renewal will be placed on the July committee meeting agenda.

Commissioner Lange further announced the Rotary Garage Sale will be held this weekend at the Old Bear Archery facility.

Commissioner Stephenson – The Commissioner placed the NMSAS Annual Report on file with the Clerk. The Commissioner advised the Chamber Board received a request from Mike Speilmaker for another air show in 2009 – no action was taken. The Commissioner announced the I-75 business loop from M-72 East to the freeway will be resurfaced this summer and the I-75 business loop next summer.

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

Commissioner Beardslee – The Commissioner inquired if there were any updates on the theme park. Discussion followed that Mr. Crosson is communicating with the DNR regarding the fire damage and the potential for the purchase price to be placed in an escrow account for the State to purchase more land. There is hope the issue will be back for the June agenda.

New Business – None.

Extended Public Comment

Mary Jergenson advised a meeting of the Michigan Business Tax Impact Assessment Senate Subcommittee was held in Gaylord. Howard Ryan from the State explained how most of northern Michigan businesses would qualify for the Alternative Business Tax. The tax which is for smaller businesses who have receipts less than $20 million and whose principals make less than $180,000 per year can qualify for the ABT which is 1.8 percent tax on income. Ms. Jergenson suggested businesses contact the state for more information.

Annnouncements

Controller Compo advised he is leaving for a conference directly after this meeting and will return on Tuesday, May 27, 2008.

Adjournment

Motion by Hanson, second by Lange, to adjourn the meeting at 11:12 a.m. Ayes (6) six, nays (0) none, absent (1) one, Motion Carried.

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Dave Stephenson, Chairman
Board of Commissioners

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Sandra Moore
County Clerk

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Hit Counter

General Fund:
Balance from "Open Invoice Rep"	11,776.67
Prepaid Invoices	182,058.42
Gross Payroll	176,784.51
Total General Fund	370,619.60

Millage/Road Patrol Fund
Balance from "Open Invoice Report"	300.58
Prepaid Invoices	1,557.02
Gross Payroll	19,598.89
Total Millage Fund	21,456.49

Economic Development Fund
Balance from "Open Invoice Report"	151.80
Prepaid Invoices
Gross Payroll
Total EDF Fund	151.80

Tri-County 46th Trial Court
Balance from "Open Invoice Report"
Prepaid Invoices	5,246.08
Gross Payroll
Total Tri-County Court	5,246.08

Friend of the Court
Balance from "Open Invoice Report"
Prepaid Invoices	2,206.75
Gross Payroll	9,505.98
Total Friend of the Court	11,712.73

Enforcement/Recycle Fund
Balance from "Open Invoice Report"	31.90
Prepaid Invoices	627.94
Gross Payroll	4,838.66
Total Enforcement Fund	5,498.50

COPS in Schools Fund
Balance from "Open Invoice Report"
Prepaid Invoices	31.52
Gross Payroll	3,813.00
Total COPS Fund	3,844.52

Building & Zoning Fund
Balance from "Open Invoice Report"	2,299.74
Prepaid Invoices	258.42
Gross Payroll	5,458.60
Total Building & Zoning Fund	8,016.76

MSU Cooperative Extension Fund
Balance from "Open Invoice Report"	97.21
Prepaid Invoices	702.79
Gross Payroll	1,031.40
Total MSU Fund	1,831.40

Central Dispatch Fund
Balance from "Open Invoice Report"
Prepaid Invoices	192.00
Gross Payroll	20,428.86
Total Central Dispatch Fund	20,620.86

Courthouse Preservation Fund
Balance from "Open Invoice Report"	1,974.40
Prepaid Invoices
Gross Payroll
Total Courthouse Preservation Fund	1,974.40

Law Library Fund
Balance from "Open Invoice Report"
Prepaid Invoices	342.00
Gross Payroll
Total Library Fund	342.00

Family/Probate Court
Balance from "Open Invoice Report"
Prepaid Invoices	19,565.32
Gross Payroll	8,079.61
Total Family/Probate Court	27,644.93