Board Meeting January 29, 2002

DATE 01/29/2002	The Clinton County Board of Commissioners met Tuesday, January 29, 2002 with Chairperson Arehart presiding.
MOMENT OF SILENCE, PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE AND ROLL CALL	Chairperson Arehart called for a moment of silence. The pledge of allegiance was given to the flag. Roll was called and a quorum reported. Present were Larry Martin, Mary L. Rademacher, John W. Arehart, Russel Bauerle, Virginia Zeeb, Robert Showers and Sara Clark Pierson.
COUNTY PERSONNEL	Ryan Wood, Jeanette Smith, Craig Longnecker, Peter Preston, Jane Clarke, Terry Clarke and Steve Lehman.
VISITORS	John Fifarek, Alex Lawson, Paul Opsommer and Chuck Nelson.
MINUTES OF 01/08/2002 AND CLOSED SESSION MINUTES OF 1/10/2002 & 1/24/2002	The minutes of January 8, 2002 Board meeting and the closed session minutes of the January 10^th and January 24^th, 2002 Finance and Personnel Committee meetings were presented. BOARD ACTION: Commissioner Bauerle moved, supported by Commissioner Rademacher to approve the minutes as printed. Motion carried.
AGENDA	The agenda was amended to include the following items: · Letter from Gary Webster regarding waiver of fees for Habitat for Humanity House · Gary Vandenberg request to withdraw Walmart Rezoning matter from the agenda · "Weapons of Mass Destruction Equipment Grant" BOARD ACTION: Commissioner Bauerle moved, supported by Commissioner Rademacher to approve the agenda as amended. Motion carried.
COMMUNICATIONS	The following Communications were reviewed: 1. Capital Area Michigan Works 2001 Annual Report 2. Letter from Gary Webster of Associated Government Services expressing their desire to waive their fees for Habitat for Humanity House project located in Essex Township 3. Letter from Gary Vandenberg requesting Walmart rezoning matter be withdrawn from the County Commissioner’s agenda BOARD ACTION: Commissioner Showers moved, supported by Commissioner Rademacher to accept the communications and place on file. Motion carried.

ADMINISTRATOR’S REPORT	Ryan Wood, Administrator gave the following report: · The Community Host Agreement between DeWitt Township and Granger is progressing. It is expected that the DeWitt Township Board will formally consider this on February 11^th. It is anticipated that the County will be contacted sometime in late February or early March to engage in the process. · Mid-Michigan District Health Department has requested that a meeting be held between Chairperson Arehart and Administrator Wood along with representatives from Gratiot and Montcalm Counties to work towards formalizing the District Health arrangements. A meeting has been scheduled for next week. Commissioner Pierson noted that she has been contacted by Ionia County. They have expressed an interested in being a part of the Clinton, Montcalm and Gratiot Health Department.
PUBLIC COMMENTS	Chairperson Arehart called for public comments. · Paul Opsommer – Mayor of the City of DeWitt thanked Commissioner Showers for setting up and facilitating a meeting with officials from City of DeWitt, DeWitt Township and the Road Commission to discuss issues relating to speed problems on roads coming into the City. The meeting went very well. · Paul Opsommer, Chairperson of the Clinton County Conservation District Board of Directors presented the Board with a map and figures regarding buffer/filter strips that have been put in place over the last 3 years. Mr. Opsommer noted that Mr. David Seeger, DeWitt Township Trustee and Drain Office employee has also been very helpful. · Jane Clarke, new Court Administrator/Magistrate of the Clinton County 65^th District Court, introduced herself to the Board. Magistrate Clarke noted that District Court is going to be working towards increasing their revenues this year. Although the Court equity fund is down this year, District Court is hopeful that they can make up some of this money through collection efforts. · Terry Clarke, Friend of the Court has been in contact with the OCS since the Finance meeting last Thursday. Mr. Clarke feels that we need to wait until we receive further answers as to how the monies can be used. This matter is becoming more complicated, but in the meantime Craig Longnecker and Terry Clarke are continuing to work on it.
ZONING	Peter Preston, Development Director presented the following zoning matters:
PC-34-12-01 SPECIAL USE PERMIT ALEXANDER LAWSON SECTION 34 EAGLE TOWNSHIP APPROVED	PC-34-12-01 Request for Special Use Permit submitted by Alexander Lawson for the property located at 13000 Eaton Highway, Section 34 of Eagle Township for the purpose of stone removal, aggregate processing and reclamation of a previous gravel pit for the development of a new home site. Mr. Preston noted that the applicant, Mr. Lawson was present to answer any questions. Chairperson Arehart called for questions/comments: Commissioner Zeeb questioned Mr. Preston regarding the specifics for the Special Use Permit. Mr. Preston noted that the SUP was necessary for the removal of the stones, due to the noise and size of the trucks necessary to remove the stones from the area, further that the sand and gravel would be processed on the site. Following the reclamation of the property, a new home will be built. BOARD ACTION: Commissioner Pierson moved, supported by Commissioner Showers to concur with the recommendation of the Planning Commission to approve the request for Special Use Permit. Voting on the motion by roll call vote, those voting aye were Bauerle, Pierson, Showers, Martin, Rademacher, Zeeb and Arehart. Seven ayes, zero nays. Motion carried.

PC-37-12-2000 GARY VANDENBERG (WAL-MART) REZONE TO COMMERCIAL IN BINGHAM TOWNSHIP SECTION 15

REMOVED FROM AGENDA

PC-37-12-2000 Request submitted by Gary Vandenberg (Wal-Mart) in Section 15 of Bingham Township to rezone a parcel from R-3 under City of St. Johns Zoning to B Commercial under Bingham Township, Clinton County Zoning.

BOARD ACTION: Commissioner Pierson moved, supported by Commissioner Showers to remove this matter from the table. Motion carried unanimously.

Mr. Preston noted that Mr. Vandenberg sent a letter dated January 23^rd requesting that his application for rezoning be withdrawn as a result of the Zoning Board of Appeals interpreting that the parcel, now in Bingham Township, is Zoned B-Commercial.

Mr. John Fifarek, Attorney spoke regarding this matter. Mr. Fifarek raised comments and concerns as to how this matter has progressed. His biggest concern is the action taken by the Zoning Board of Appeals last week. He feels that actions taken by the ZBA, circumvented the legislative process contemplated by the Board of Commissioners over a year ago, when the BOC was considering the Special Use Permit and Site Plan approval. Issues were raised at that time relating to zoning. Mr. Fifarek believes that the typical zoning process has not occurred as a result of the ZBA’s action. After the 425 agreement in 1996 whereby the property was transferred to the City, the City then followed the appropriate legislative process for determining the zoning classification of the parcel. That would have been the last time that there would have been any public input as to the zoning classification of the property. At that time the property was determined to be Residential. Mr. Fifarek requests that the Board of Commissioners consider taking action to recommend that the ZBA reconsider their action. Where do we go from here? What site plan is being considered, in view of the fact that there have been a variety of plans presented? Mr. Fifarek sited many concerns relating to the site plans. Finally, Mr. Fifarek noted that the SUP, which has not been issued yet, gives credence to his suggestion that this matter be sent back the ZBA for reconsideration. Specifically noting that under Section 7.1.9b the County Zoning Ordinance states that if a Special Use Permit has not been put in operation within 6 months, the Special Use Permit expires. Mr. Fifarek also questioned the status of the sale of the land from the County to Mr. Gary Vandenberg and the exchange of land with the Clinton Area Care Center.

Chairperson Arehart noted that the action of the ZBA was taken after exhaustive research conducted by the County Planning Director and on the recommendation of the County Attorney. Chairperson Arehart recognized that this has been a very frustrating process for all involved. He feels that the process follows the outline in the Ordinance, which provides for some latitude. The property sale has not been concluded and will be addressed at the appropriate time.

BOARD ACTION: Commissioner Pierson moved, supported by Commissioner Showers that this matter be removed from the agenda, that the action by the Zoning Board of Appeals is final and further that it is moot, in view of the fact that the ZBA has determined that the property is Zoned B-Commercial. Discussion followed. Commissioner Pierson noted that there has been frustration in this kind of process, due to the involvement by the City, Township and County and getting this to all mesh was rather difficult. The ZBA is not a legislative process. The ZBA follows a more judicial process and that there is still due process available to those interested in this matter. Commissioner Zeeb clarified that this matter of rezoning will not be before the Board of Commissioners. Voting on the motion by roll call vote, those voting aye were Pierson, Showers, Martin, Rademacher, Zeeb, Bauerle and Arehart. Seven ayes, zero nays. Motion carried.

APPROVAL OF COMMISSIONER’S EXPENSE ACCOUNTS	Commissioner’s Expense Accounts were presented for review. BOARD ACTION: Commissioner Bauerle moved, supported by Commissioner Rademacher to approve the Expense Accounts subject to review by the Chairperson and Clerk. Motion carried.
EMERGENCY SERVICES DESIGNATION OF LOCAL PRIMARY AND SECONDARY AGENTS BY THE COUNTY FOR THE WEAPONS OF MASS DESTRUCTION EQUIPMENT GRANT	Steve Lehman, Emergency Services Director presented a request for the designation of a local Primary and Secondary Agents by the County for the Weapons of Mass Destruction Equipment Grant. The grant was awarded to Clinton County in December in the amount of $41,248. The purpose of this grant is to acquire first responder equipment to enhance the capability of local agencies to respond to incidents of terrorism involving the use of chemical, biological and radiological or explosive devices. BOARD ACTION: Commissioner Bauerle moved, supported by Commissioner Martin to designate Steven Lehman as Primary Agent and Craig Longnecker as the Secondary Agent for the Clinton County Domestic Preparedness Equipment Grant. Discussion followed regarding the Emergency Operations Planning Committee, Emergency Preparedness and First Responders. Mr. Lehman noted that a meeting of the Emergency Operations Planning Committee is scheduled for March. Chairperson Arehart requested that Mr. Lehman notify the Board of the date for this meeting and further, that Mr. Lehman present an update following the Planning Committee meeting to the Finance Committee. Mr. Lehman noted that this money is to be used for personal protection equipment, detection, decontamination and communications. Motion carried.
COMMITTEE REPORTS	The following are reports of Committee meetings:
PHYSICAL RESOURCES COMMITTEE MEETING	Commissioner Bauerle, Chairperson of the Physical Resources Committee reported on a meeting held January 22, 2002.
AGENDA APPROVED	Chairperson Bauerle called the meeting to order. COMMITTEE ACTION: Commissioner Zeeb moved, supported by Commissioner Rademacher to approve the agenda as printed. Motion carried.
SOIL EROSION AND SEDIMENTATION CONTROL PROGRAM DISCUSSION	Chairperson Bauerle introduced discussion regarding the proposed Soil Erosion and Sedimentation Control Program. The following documents were enclosed in the Committee packet for review: · Draft of proposed Clinton County Soil Erosion program · Current Ottawa County Soil Erosion program · Part 91, Soil Erosion and Sedimentation Control, of the Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act 1994 PA 451
SOIL EROSION AND SEDIMENTATION CONTROL RULES DISCUSSED	Chairperson Bauerle introduced Dick Mikula from the Department of Environmental Quality. · Mikula provided a general overview of Part 91, Soil Erosion and Sedimentation Control rules and the ramification of the most recent changes. · The Committee discussed the impact a new program would have on agricultural practices in the County. · The Committee discussed implementation of a new program. It was general consensus that the southern tier (DeWitt, Watertown, Bath Township and the City of DeWitt) should be approached to explore the possibility of local township/city administration of a new program. · Mikula also addressed training availability for program agents.
PUBLIC COMMENTS	Chairperson Bauerle requested limited public comments. There were no public comments.
COMMISSIONER’S COMMENTS	Chairperson Bauerle requested Commissioner’s comments. There were no Commissioner comments.
FINANCE & PERSONNEL COMMITTEE MEETING	Commissioner Pierson, Finance Chairperson and Commissioner Martin, Personnel Chairperson reported on a Finance and Personnel Committee meeting held January 10, 2002.
AGENDA APPROVED	Chairperson Pierson called the meeting to order with additions to the agenda noted. COMMITTEE ACTION: Commissioner Bauerle moved, supported by Commissioner Showers to approve the revised agenda. Motion carried.
PUBLIC COMMENTS	Chairperson Pierson requested limited public comments. There were no public comments.
REGISTER OF DEEDS REQUEST FOR OVERTIME	Chairperson Pierson introduced Carol Wooley, Register of Deeds, requesting overtime due to increased recording activity and staff shortage. COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION: Commissioner Zeeb moved, supported by Commissioner Rademacher to recommend the overtime request from the Register of Deeds transferring $3,600 from Contingency (101-89000-800000) to the following: Motion carried. Wages Temporary (101-23600-705000) $ 850 Salary & Wages overtime (101-23600-704010) $2100 Salary & Wages overtime (101-23500-704010) $ 650 BOARD ACTION: Commissioner Martin moved, supported by Commissioner Showers to concur with the Committee recommendation. Motion carried.
REGISTER OF DEEDS REQUEST FOR FURNITURE MODIFICATIONS	Chairperson Pierson introduced discussion regarding office space in the Register of Deeds. Carol Wooley requests furniture modification to make the work area and customer service more efficient. She has received a bid from Allied Office in the amount of $1,031.00.
WASTE MANAGEMENT ECO-ED FIELD TRIP FUND AND GRANT APPLICATION GUIDELINES	Chairperson Pierson introduced Gail Miller, Waste Management Coordinator, regarding a new Eco-Ed Field Trip Fund. The approval process and notification of award winners was discussed. The maximum grant is $150 per field trip and the Solid Waste Council has approved this program. This is a budgeted item for 2001. COMMITTEE ACTION: Commissioner Zeeb moved, supported by Commissioner Rademacher to concur with the Solid Waste Council and approve the Eco-Ed Field Trip Fund and grant application guidelines. Motion carried.

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT SCHEDULED FOR PUBLIC HEARING	Chairperson Pierson introduced discussion regarding the CDBG Housing Rehabilitation Program Grant application. A notice of public hearing for the CDBG Housing Grant was reviewed. The deadline for the application is January 31, 2002. COMMITTEE ACTION: Commissioner Rademacher moved, supported by Commissioner Showers to schedule the CDBG Housing Rehabilitation Program grant application for January 24, 2002 at 9:00 a.m. Motion carried.
CLOSED SESSION REGARDING TO DISCUSS CONTRACT NEGOTIATIONS	Chairperson Martin requested a motion to adjourn to closed session to discuss contract negotiations. COMMITTEE ACTION: Commissioner Rademacher moved, supported by Commissioner Showers to adjourn to closed session. A roll call vote was taken with a unanimous vote received. Motion carried.
RETURN TO OPEN SESSION	Chairperson Martin requested a motion to return to open session. COMMITTEE ACTION: Commissioner Bauerle moved, supported by Commissioner Showers to return to open session. A roll call vote was taken with a unanimous vote received. Motion carried.
PUBLIC COMMENTS	Chairperson Pierson requested limited public comments. · Administrator Wood spoke regarding the Link Michigan program · Wood also reported that the county has a new computer available for power-point presentations
COMMISSIONER’S COMMENTS	Chairperson Pierson requested Commissioner’s comments. · Commissioner Zeeb reported on Tri-County Aging Meals on Wheels program. Tri-County has requested local townships to contribute to the program for their citizens. · Commissioner Martin reported that Kam Washburn, Duplain Township Supervisor, commended Barbara Moss for instructing local assessors’ with six (6) hours of training needed to renew their certification. · Commissioner Rademacher presented an update on the housing grant. · Commissioner Showers reported on the signing of the Fire District Authority for the City of DeWitt, Olive and Riley Townships. · Commissioner Bauerle discussed dog licenses and having veterinarians sell licenses. Clinton County does not participate with veterinarians in selling licenses. · Commissioner Bauerle reported that Robert Ancel was voted Chairperson of the Road Commission and Francis Trierweiler as Secretary. The Lowell Road Bridge was also discussed. · Commissioner Zeeb reported on the Red Team and that Eaton County has five to six persons actively seeking development sites.
FINANCE & PERSONNEL COMMITTEE MEETING	Commissioner Pierson, Finance Chairperson and Commissioner Martin, Personnel Chairperson reported on a Finance and Personnel Committee meeting held January 24, 2002.
AGENDA APPROVED	Chairperson Pierson called the meeting to order with additions to the agenda noted. COMMITTEE ACTION: Commissioner Bauerle moved, supported by Commissioner Showers to approve the revised agenda. Motion carried.

PUBLIC COMMENTS	Chairperson Pierson requested limited public comments. There were no public comments.
PUBLIC HEARING MICHIGAN STATE HOUSING DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY REGARDING RE-APPLICATION OF FUNDING OF THE HOUSING REHABILITATION PROGRAM AND RESOLUTION 2002-1 AUTHORIZING MSHDA APPLICATION	Chairperson Pierson opened the public hearing on the Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA) Grant for the purpose of discussing the re-application for funding of the Housing Rehabilitation Program. COMMITTEE ACTION: Commissioner Martin moved, supported by Commissioner Rademacher to open the Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA) public hearing. Motion carried. The public was invited to comment on the proposal by presentation at the public hearing and/or by mail. Administrator Wood noted receipt of written comments of support from DeWitt Township and the City of St. Johns. The Bath Community noted invaluable program benefits. Administrator Wood noted that the grant application was completed through the efforts of Housing Director Warda and Therese Koenigsknecht from Administration. The Board of Commissioners are requesting $275,000 from the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s Housing Resource Fund. Of those funds, $203,500 will be dedicated to a deferred loan program for low and moderate-income households; $22,000 will be set aside for emergency repairs for imminent threats to health or safety. The remaining $49,000 will be utilized for administrative support of the various rehabilitation projects. The objective of the program is to upgrade the housing stock of eligible low and moderate-income households throughout the County to decent, safe, and sanitary condition. · The 1990 Census showed 84 units in Clinton County lacking complete plumbing. It was noted the grant funding assisted persons on fixed incomes to make repairs otherwise not possible. · Senior housing efforts in Bath area have failed. The housing stock and age of homes will be surveyed in 2002. Cindy Warda, Housing Director, noted that this grant is helping prevent homeless in Clinton County, and highlighted close working relationship with the Clinton County Homeless Coalition and several specific examples of direct benefits to County residents. Based on the current 2000 census, we can apply for $25,000 additional grant monies. Commissioner Rademacher noted that Church groups and other organizations such as Granger are assisting with the housing projects which help stretch project dollars. At this time the hearing was closed. The Chairperson asked for a motion to adopt the Resolution authorizing the MSHDA Application and joint contract of agreement between the City of St. Johns and Clinton County with administrative services provided by the City of St. Johns. BOARD ACTION: Commissioner Pierson moved, supported by Commissioner Rademacher to concur with the Committee recommendation to adopt the Resolution authorizing the MSHDA Application. Motion carried. (INSERT RESOLUTION) BOARD ACTION: Commissioner Pierson moved, supported by Commissioner Showers to concur with the Committee recommendation to authorize the signature on the Contract of Agreement (Clinton County CDBG Housing Rehabilitation Program) between the City of St. Johns and Clinton County with administrative services provided by the City of St. Johns. Motion carried.
CLOSED SESSION TO DISCUSS HARTFORD EQUITIES VS. CLINTON COUNTY LITIGATION	Chairperson Pierson requested a motion to proceed to closed session to discuss the lawsuit of Hartford Equities vs. Clinton County. COMMITTEE ACTION: Commissioner Zeeb moved, supported by Commissioner Bauerle to proceed to closed session to discuss the lawsuit of Hartford Equities vs. Clinton County. A roll call vote was taken with a unanimous vote received. Motion carried.
RETURN TO OPEN SESSION	COMMITTEE ACTION: Commissioner Rademacher moved, supported by Commissioner Martin to return to open session. Motion carried.
HABITAT FOR HUMANITY REQUEST TO WAIVE PERMIT FEES FOR THE HOUSING PROJECT IN ESSEX TOWNSHIP	Chairperson Pierson introduced correspondence received from Kimberly Thalison, Executive Director for Habitat for Humanity of Clinton County. Habitat for Humanity respectfully requests the waiver of the fees involved with permits for the home currently being built in Essex Township. This is the first house for this non-profit business dedicated to providing affordable housing to families in need. Cost control is very important to our success. COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION: Commissioner Rademacher moved, supported by Commissioner Martin to recommend waiving the Clinton County fees for the Habitat for Humanity project. Motion carried. BOARD ACTION: Commissioner Pierson moved, supported by Commissioner Martin to concur with the Committee recommendation. Chairperson Arehart noted that a letter has been received from Associated Government Services who will also be waiving fees for this housing project. Motion carried.
RESOLUTIONS REGARDING SECONDARY ROAD PATROL AND JAIL REIMBURSEMENT PROGRAM FUNDING	Chairperson Pierson introduced correspondence received from Cheboygan and Allegan Counties regarding Senate Bill 677 – Secondary Road Patrol and Jail Reimbursement Program Funding. COMMITTEE ACTION: Commissioner Zeeb moved, supported by Commissioner Showers to recommend accepting the correspondence and placing on file. Motion carried.
FRIEND OF THE COURT ENFORCEMENT OFFICER VACANCY	Chairperson Martin introduced Terry Clarke, Friend of the Court, regarding the vacancy of Enforcement Officer. Discussion followed. Commissioner Pierson requested clarification on the $35,000 received from the state and whether dollars must be spent on enhanced programs. Another concern is the additional Medical Enforcement and Bookkeeping hours needed. No action taken.
RESOLUTION 2002-2 ADOPTION OF PROCLAMATION FOR NATIONAL 4-H CENTENNIAL CELEBRATION	Chairperson Pierson introduced Therese Silm, Clinton County 4-H, regarding the national 4-H Centennial. Ms. Silm requests that Clinton County declare 2002 "The Year of 4-H" in our community. 4-H will celebrate 100 years. COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION: Commissioner Bauerle moved, supported by Commissioner Zeeb to recommend adoption of a proclamation for National 4-H Centennial Celebration and send to Governor Engler by the end of January, 2002. Motion carried. BOARD ACTION: Commissioner Pierson moved, supported by Commissioner Bauerle to concur with the Committee recommendation. Motion carried. (INSERT RESOLUTION)
GREEN SPACE COMMISSION APPOINTMENT	Chairperson Pierson introduced correspondence received from applicants interested in an appointment to the Green Space Commission. COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION: Commissioner Pierson moved, supported by Commissioner Bauerle to recommend the appointment of Amanda Erbe-Medina to a three-year term to the Green Space Commission expiring December 31, 2004. Motion carried. BOARD ACTION: Commissioner Pierson moved, supported by Commissioner Zeeb to concur with the Committee recommendation to appoint Amanda Erbe-Medina to the Green Space Commission. Chairperson Arehart called for further nominations. None were offered. Motion carried.
TRI-COUNTY MENTAL HEALTH BOARD APPOINTMENT	Chairperson Pierson introduced consideration of a reappointment to the Tri-County Mental Health Board, which expired December 31, 2001. COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION: Commissioner Pierson moved, supported by Commissioner Rademacher to recommend the reappointment of Mark D. Egress as a member to the Tri-County Mental Health Board for a three-year term expiring December 31, 2004, with an agreement with Eaton County that the primary consumer will be appointed by Eaton County in three years. Motion carried. BOARD ACTION: Commissioner Pierson moved, supported by Commissioner Rademacher to concur with the Committee recommendation to appoint Mark D. Egress to the Tri-County Mental Health Board. Chairperson Arehart called for further nominations. None were offered. Motion carried.
AGREEMENT WITH CAPITAL AREA MICHIGAN WORKS TO PROVIDE RE-EMPLOYMENT SERVICES	Chairperson Pierson introduced an Agreement from Capital Area Michigan Works (CAMW) to provide re-employment services. Clinton Task Force on Employment (CTFE) provides these services on behalf of Clinton County. The agreement totals $5,907 and is considered a supplemental to the master agreement that will provide $75,000 towards the CTFE effort in 2001-02. COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION: Commissioner Martin moved, supported by Commissioner Showers to recommend approval of the agreement between Capital Area Michigan Works and the County of Clinton 1025R be approved as presented and the appropriate authorization of the same. Motion carried. BOARD ACTION: Commissioner Pierson moved, supported by Commissioner Martin to concur with the Committee recommendation. Motion carried.

PLANNING AND ZONING MONTHLY UPDATE	Chairperson Pierson introduced Peter Preston, Development Director, who presented a planning and zoning monthly report. No action requested. · Comprehensive Plan Update · PUD Discussion · ZC-01-01-02 Sam Walton Development · ZC-02-01-02 Gary Vandenberg · PC-34-12-01 Lawson · PC-37-12-01 Vandenberg
REGISTER OF DEEDS VENDOR CONTRACT WITH EAGLE COMPUTER CORPORATION FOR AN IMAGING SYSTEM	Chairperson Pierson introduced the Register of Deeds Vendor Contract. This contract with Eagle Computer Corporation (ECC) is for an imaging system for the Register of Deeds on behalf of the Board of Commissioners. COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION: Commissioner Martin moved, supported by Commissioner Rademacher to recommend the Board Chairperson sign a contract with Eagle Computer Corporation (ECC) for an imaging system for the Register of Deeds on behalf of the Board of Commissioners. Motion carried. BOARD ACTION: Commissioner Pierson moved, supported by Commissioner Showers to concur with the Committee recommendation. Motion carried.
ADOPTION OF EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY POLICY STATEMENT	Chairperson Martin introduced a proposed Equal Employment Opportunity Policy Statement and Affirmative Action Commitment. Discussion followed on what is affirmative action. The committee concurred to delete the affirmative action language from the title of the policy. COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION: Commissioner Pierson moved, supported by Commissioner Bauerle to recommend adoption of the Equal Employment Opportunity Policy Statement. Motion carried. BOARD ACTION: Commissioner Martin moved, supported by Commissioner Rademacher to concur with the Committee recommendation. Motion carried. (INSERT POLICY)
CENTRAL DISPATCH FOIA FEE SCHEDULE	Chairperson Pierson introduced a proposed Central Dispatch FOIA Fee Schedule COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION: Commissioner Showers moved, supported by Commissioner Bauerle to recommend adoption of the Central Dispatch FOIA Fee Schedule – 2002. Motion carried. BOARD ACTION: Commissioner Pierson moved, supported by Commissioner Showers to concur with the Committee recommendation. Motion carried. (INSERT FEE SCHEDULE)
PUBLIC COMMENTS	Chairperson Pierson requested limited public comments. There were no public comments.

COMMISSIONER’S COMMENTS	Chairperson Pierson requested Commissioner’s comments. · Commissioner Martin gave a Tri-County Planning report. The Land Tax Reversion Program was discussed. · Commissioner Martin was elected Vice-Chair of Tri-County Planning and Vice-Chair of Capital Area Michigan Works. · Commissioner Arehart reported that Bernard Feldpausch is willing to donate 15 acres for a tech center. Doug Rothwell, Economic Development, made the statement that this center will not be built unless it is in the City of Lansing. · Commissioner Bauerle noted that the Township Officers met. Lynn Wilson and Scott Everett spoke regarding the Mid-Michigan Conservancy. Also Chuck Nelson and Stacey Sheridan presented the Open Space Survey report.
END OF COMMITTEE REPORTS
APPROVAL OF AUDIT, PAYROLL AND GENERAL FUND WEEKLY BILLS	Commissioner Pierson, Finance Chairperson reported that the audit was conducted with bills totaling $803,927.83, plus payroll of $866,667.35 and general fund weekly bills totaling $150,918.42 for a grand total of $1,821,513.60. BOARD ACTION: Commissioner Pierson moved, supported by Commissioner Martin to approve the audit, payroll and general fund weekly bills. Motion carried.
COMMISSIONER’S COMMENTS	Chairperson Arehart called for Commissioner’s comments. · Chairperson Arehart noted the Planning Forum is scheduled for tomorrow night at the St. Johns High School Cafeteria.
ADJOURNMENT	BOARD ACTION: With no further business to come before the Board, Commissioner Bauerle moved, supported by Commissioner Showers to adjourn. Motion carried. ____________________________ Diane Zuker, County Clerk NOTE: These minutes are subject to approval on February 26, 2002.