Monroe County public meetings in 2023

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review several grant applications for the Sheriff's Office and Health Department. The body is also considering updates to the Raisinville Township Master Plan and a farmland preservation application in Berlin Charter Township.

• Approval of $962,178.79 in Accounts Payable Current Claims
• Grant application for $64,000 for 160 Axon Enterprise body-worn cameras
• Grant application for $81,000 for 162 T7 Basic Tasers
• Grant applications for Health Department funding totaling $14,718
• Review of Raisinville Township Master Plan updates and Berlin Charter Township farmland preservation

Monroe County Museum System Board of Trustees

The Monroe County Museum System Board of Trustees will meet to discuss committee updates and new business. The agenda includes reviewing draft applications for 2024 awards and historical projects, as well as a closed session regarding the museum's second floor.

• Review of 2024 Draft Application for Spirit of Service Awards
• Review of 2024 Draft Application for Historical Projects Fund ($60,000 total available)
• Closed Executive Session regarding the museum second floor
• Establishment of the 2024 meeting schedule

Commission on Aging

The Commission on Aging is meeting to discuss several additional funding requests for 2023 and a revised unit rate for 2024. The body will also review the 2024 budget calendar and board meeting schedule.

• MCOP Food Program request for an additional $21,000.00 of 2023 funding
• MemoryLane request for an additional $8,800.00 of 2023 funding
• Milan Meals on Wheels request for an additional $6,039.00 of 2023 funding
• Monroe Center for Healthy Aging request for a revised 2024 unit rate
• Approval of the 2024 Budget Calendar

Economic Development Corporation

The body is meeting to elect its Chairman, Vice-Chairman, and Secretary/Treasurer. Members will also receive updates on automotive, agricultural, and labor industries, and consider a 2024 meeting schedule.

• Election of Chairman, Vice-Chairman, and Secretary/Treasurer
• Proposed 2024 meeting schedule: March 12, June 11, September 10, and December 10
• Board of Commissioners' approval of appointments for Brittany Thompson, Anthony Owens, and TC Clements
• Board of Commissioners' approval of the reappointment of Tom Allen

Land Bank Authority

The Monroe County Land Bank Authority will vote to select contractors for abatement and demolition on the South Rockwood Project. The board will also discuss the future of two parcels and the use of $500,000 in ARPA Round 3 federal funding for future projects.

• Vote to select contractor(s) for South Rockwood Project abatement and demolition
• Discussion on the future of two parcels in the South Rockwood Demolition Project
• Discussion on $500,000 in ARPA Round 3 federal funding for future projects

Veterans Affairs Committee (VAC)

The committee is meeting to consider a burial benefit and several emergency aid requests. Members will also discuss an amendment to by-laws regarding spousal death entitlement and county time limits.

• Amendment to by-laws regarding Public Act of 1911 spousal death entitlement
• Burial benefit request for Zoller: $350.00
• Emergency aid request for Claussen: $3,154.58
• Emergency aid request for Southerland: $2,699.00
• Emergency aid requests for Hadley ($3,200.00) and Bayer ($533.00)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review several communications, including grant requests for the Sheriff’s Office and Health Department. The meeting also includes the approval of various accounts payable claims and check registers.

• Sheriff’s Office training grant request: $24,286.45 (requires $8,096.00 local match)
• Health Department Medical Marihuana and Oversight Grant request: $47,455.00
• Cybersecurity grant appropriation request via DTMB (amount to be determined)
• Approval of 12/06/2023 Accounts Payable Current Claims Report: $551,465.98
• Approval of Check Register dated 11/22/2023: $201,551.82

9-1-1 District Board

The 9-1-1 District Board is meeting to select board members for the 2024-2026 term. The board will also consider the 2024 meeting calendar.

• Selection of fire representatives, township government member, Citizen-at-Large, and Chief of Police for 2024-2026 term
• Approval of 2024 9-1-1 District Board Meeting Calendar

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider the recommended 2024-2025 County of Monroe Annual Line Item Budget. The meeting also includes approval of claims and check registers totaling over $2.2 million.

• Public hearing for the Recommended 2024-2025 County of Monroe Annual Line Item Budget
• Approval of Accounts Payable Current Claims Report for $1,172,462.09
• Approval of Check Register dated 11/09/2023 for $594,409.33
• Approval of Check Register dated 11/17/2023 for $506,808.12

Emergency Medical Authority

The Monroe County Emergency Medical Authority will meet to discuss updates regarding member reappointments and the 9-1-1 Agreement. The body is also considering a proposed meeting schedule for 2024.

• Consideration of 2024 meeting schedule (January, March, May, July, September, and November)
• Update on member reappointments
• Update on the review of the 9-1-1 Agreement
• Bedford Township Fire Department Transport Reports
• Update by MCA

Retiree Healthcare

The Board of Trustees will review the Q3 2023 performance report and consider recommendations from AndCo Consulting regarding market value updates and portfolio rebalancing. The meeting also includes a discussion on amending the Boyd Watterson Fixed Income-High Yield Allocation investment management contract.

• Q3 2023 Performance Report review
• Discussion of AndCo Consulting's market value update and rebalance recommendation
• Consideration of amendment to Boyd Watterson Fixed Income-High Yield Allocation contract
• Approval of 2024 meeting schedule
• Review of onboarding letter from Monroe Capital LLC

Monroe County Museum System Board of Trustees

The regularly scheduled board meeting for November 8, 2023, has been cancelled. No other business is listed for this date.

Commission on Aging

The Commission on Aging is meeting to decide on several 2023 funding requests for MCOP programs and a potential fund transfer. The board will also discuss the effectiveness of the Frenchtown Adult Day Service Program and approve the 2024 meeting schedule.

• MCOP Opportunity Center request for additional 2023 funding
• MCOP Food Program request for additional 2023 funding
• MCOP request to transfer funding from Utility Assistance Program to Unmet Needs Program
• Discussion on Frenchtown Adult Day Service Program effectiveness
• Approval of 2024 COA Board Meeting Schedule

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will receive a final preliminary presentation on the 2024 budget. The body is also considering several grant acceptances for emergency management and drug court services, as well as a new fee schedule for the Sheriff's Records Division.

• Approval of Accounts Payable Current Claims Report for $878,217.46
• Request to adopt the Sheriff’s Records Division Fee Schedule
• Acceptance of a $244,853 federal grant from the Department of Homeland Security's Urban Area Security Initiative
• Request for $60,000 Drug Court award for FY 2024 with a requested local contribution of $300
• Approval to add one full-time grant-funded Public Health Planner & Communication Coordinator position

Veterans Affairs Committee (VAC)

The committee is reviewing requests for burial benefits and emergency aid. Members are also discussing the potential addition of a time limit for burial expense applications to the county by-laws.

• Approval of $2,450.00 in burial benefit requests for eight individuals
• Review of $11,023.70 in emergency aid requests for eight individuals
• Proposal to set a time limit for burial expense applications/reimbursements
• Appointment of Rachael Blanks as part-time assistant effective 11/6/2023

Operations Committee

The committee is reviewing a request to add one full-time Public Health Planner & Communication Coordinator position. The role is 100% funded by the Strengthening PH Workforce and Infrastructure grant through September 30, 2027.

• Proposed full-time Public Health Planner & Communication Coordinator position
• Funding source: Strengthening PH Workforce and Infrastructure grant
• Proposed annual cost for Step 1: $77,292
• Proposed annual cost for Step 5: $84,858

Monroe County Museum System Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will meet to discuss recommendations from the Awards Committee and receive an update from the Projects Committee. The meeting also includes the approval of previous minutes and a period for public comment.

• Awards Committee SOS Recommendations
• Projects Committee Update

Monroe County Museum System Board of Trustees

The Monroe County Museum System Board of Trustees is holding a work session to review and summarize the Vision 2029 Strategic Plan. Trustees will prioritize actionable strategic objectives and compare 2023 results to 2021 data.

• Review of Vision 2029 Strategic Plan
• Prioritization of actionable strategic objectives
• Comparison of 2023 strategic objective results to 2021
• Discussion of current status of goals and objectives
• Creation of an actionable item framework for the future

Community Corrections

The board is meeting to approve previous minutes and expenditure reports from July and August 2023. The session includes a coordinator's report on the FY 2023 4th quarter and year-end results, as well as a review of contracts and sub-contracts.

• Approval of July and August 2023 expenditure reports
• FY 2023 4th Quarter/Year-End Report
• Review of contracts and sub-contracts
• Site visit and file review

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will discuss the status and development of the 2024 Budget. They are also considering requests to apply for or accept grants for landscaping and law enforcement.

• Approval of Accounts Payable Current Claims Report for $999,566.05
• Request to apply for an AIB/CN Railway Grant up to $25,000 for landscapes near rail lines
• Request to accept a FY2024 Byrne Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) for $80,000
• Approval of non-claims check registers totaling $1,895,716.54
• Review of 3rd quarter revenues, expenditures, and cash balance report

Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Panel

The Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Panel is reviewing updates on trail projects and planning grants. The body is discussing the status of the Monroe County Loop Trail and the Heritage Trail.

• Contract awarded on 10/10/23 for Cornerstone 100-mile Route signage
• LaPlaisance Road Planning Grant involving SEMCOG and Mannik & Smith
• M-50 paved shoulder and vertical signage action items
• South Dixie Highway (Jones to Dunbar) planning grant requirement
• Legislative update regarding E-Bikes

Land Bank Authority

The Land Bank Authority is meeting to approve its 2024 budget and fill board positions for the 2024-2025 term. The board will also vote on a change order for Triterra and discuss the South Rockwood Demolition Project.

• Approval of 2024 Budget
• Appointments for Member at Large (Jeff McBee) and County Commissioner
• Vote to accept Triterra Change Order #1
• Discussion on South Rockwood Demolition Project

Commission on Aging

The meeting scheduled for Wednesday, October 11, 2023, was cancelled at the call of the Chair.

Monroe County Museum System Board of Trustees

The regularly scheduled board meeting for October 11, 2023, was cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for October 26, 2023.

Board of Commissioners

The Monroe County Board of Commissioners is meeting to review financial claims, grant applications, and personnel changes. The body will consider adopting the 2023 County Apportionment Report and an updated Animal Control Ordinance.

• Adoption of the 2023 County Apportionment Report totaling $249,246,388.57
• Approval of the 10/04/2023 Accounts Payable Current Claims Report for $1,412,252.61
• Request for $2,818,620.04 for 2023 Annual Report for Special Drainage Assessments
• Additional allocation of $155,561 for the 2023 Medical Examiner’s budget
• Grant applications for Public Health Emergency Preparedness ($51,000), Mental Health Recovery Court ($192,130), and Veterans Treatment Court ($37,000)

Veterans Affairs Committee (VAC)

The Veterans Affairs Committee is meeting to consider funding requests for veteran burial benefits and emergency aid. The body will review specific dollar amounts requested for individual veterans.

• Burial benefit requests totaling $2,526.37 for eight individuals
• Emergency aid requests totaling $4,318.06 for two individuals
• Communication regarding a burial marker for Veteran Fretwell

Emergency Medical Authority

The authority is meeting to discuss the appointment of an ad hoc committee to evaluate the MCA agreement. The body will also review transport reports from the Bedford Township Fire Department and address expiring member terms.

• Appointment of Ad hoc Committee for evaluation of MCA Agreement
• Bedford Township Fire Department Transport Reports
• Terms expiring 12/31/2023 for James Bennett, Robin Miller, Brian Paules, R.J. Schall, and Douglas Steinman
• Update by MCA
• Medical Director’s Award

9-1-1 District Board

The 9-1-1 District Board will meet to approve previous minutes and review correspondence. The agenda includes two letters from Penninsula Fiber Network (PFN) regarding network upgrades.

• Correspondence from Penninsula Fiber Network (PFN) dated August 3, 2023, regarding network upgrades
• Correspondence from Penninsula Fiber Network (PFN) dated September 6, 2023, regarding network upgrades

Monroe County Museum System Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees is meeting to discuss updates from various committees and review requests from the Historical Projects Fund. Key actions include deciding on a project recommendation for the City of Monroe and requests from the Exeter Historical Society.

• Action required on 2023 recommendation for the City of Monroe
• Extension request from Exeter Historical Society for a 2022 award
• Request to reallocate a $1,200.80 balance for the Exeter Historical Society barn project
• Update on the Spirit of Service Awards with a nomination deadline of September 30th
• Status report on the refurbishment and reinstallation of historical markers

Board of Commissioners

The Monroe County Board of Commissioners will review an updated animal control ordinance and a farmland preservation application for Dundee Township. The body is also deciding on several grant applications for health workforce infrastructure and community corrections.

• Approval of accounts payable reports totaling $1,299,269.77 and $924,736.16
• Proposed $704,738 MDHHS grant for health workforce and infrastructure over four years
• Proposed $313,658 State of Michigan Department of Corrections grant with a $111,834 county match
• Updated Monroe County Animal Control Ordinance for consideration and adoption
• Farmland and Open Space Preservation program application for property in Dundee Township

Operations Committee

The Operations Committee is reviewing a transition plan for Animal Control Enforcement and the restructuring of the Sheriff’s Records Division and administrative staff. The body is also considering staff reclassifications for the County Clerk and a new part-time position for Veterans Affairs.

• Sheriff's transition plan for Animal Control and Records Division restructuring with a net savings of $30,019
• Request to reclassify Courtroom Clerks and the Jury/Mediation Clerk
• Request for a part-time Veterans Services Assistant in the Veterans Affairs Department
• Proposed updates to five policies: Compensation, Dental, Health, Vision, and Term Life/Accidental Death

Monroe County Museum System Board of Trustees

The regularly scheduled board meeting for September 13, 2023, was cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for September 20, 2023.

Commission on Aging

The Commission on Aging will review program updates from the Area Agency on Aging 1-B and the Frenchtown Senior Center. The board is scheduled to discuss senior center transportation and consider funding requests for Project Ramp.

• Discussion on Senior Center Transportation
• United Way Project Ramp additional 2023 funding request
• Milan Center for Healthy Living response to evaluation finding
• Program updates from Area Agency on Aging 1-B and Frenchtown Senior Center

Community Corrections

The Advisory Board approved the meeting agenda, the April 18, 2023 minutes, and the expenditure reports for March‑July 2023. A motion to accept the Coordinator’s Report, which detailed program utilization, a $13,000 budget reallocation, and a FY 2024 budget proposal of $313,658, was carried. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved agenda (motion carried)
• Approved April 18, 2023 minutes (motion carried)
• Approved March‑July 2023 expenditure reports (motion carried)
• Accepted Coordinator’s Report with FY 2024 budget adjustments (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

Economic Development Corporation

The body is meeting to receive staff and special reports on local economic sectors and strategic plans. The agenda focuses on updates regarding the automotive industry, agriculture, utilities, and the Monroe County Link Plan 2.0.

• Monroe County Link Plan 2.0 update
• Launch 734 Pillar Team update
• ProMedica Matching Funds update
• Automotive industry and Farming/Agricultural updates
• City of Monroe update

The Economic Development Committee approved the September 12 agenda, including an amendment to add item #13 to Section V, by voice vote. The committee also approved the minutes from the June 13, 2023 regular meeting by voice vote. The meeting was adjourned by a motion that carried on a voice vote.

• Approved September 12 agenda (amended to add #13 to Section V) – voice vote carried
• Approved June 13, 2023 meeting minutes – voice vote carried
• Adjourned the meeting – voice vote carried

Veterans Affairs Committee (VAC)

The Veterans Affairs Committee is meeting to consider burial benefit requests and discuss staffing. The body is also reviewing a previously tabled emergency assistance request.

• Burial benefit requests for BERGER ($350.00) and MACDONALD ($300.00)
• Creation of a part-time (24hrs) clerical assistant position for the Veterans Affairs office
• Update on a tabled emergency assistance request for Veteran KIEHM

The committee approved two burial benefit requests totaling $650. A previous emergency assistance request for Veteran Kiehm remains tabled due to a lack of contact and documentation.

• Approved burial benefit of $350.00 for Berger (5-0)
• Approved burial benefit of $300.00 for Macdonald (5-0)
• Tabled emergency assistance request for Veteran Kiehm
• Approved minutes of previous meeting (5-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners meeting scheduled for September 5, 2023, was cancelled. The cancellation was due to a lack of agenda items.

Land Bank Authority

The Land Bank Authority is meeting to vote on accepting a federal grant and selecting a contractor for asbestos removal. The board will also discuss the possible creation of a Land Bank Executive Committee.

• Vote to accept $500,000.00 Federal Grant award for future projects
• Vote to select Asbestos Contractor for a parcel owned by South Rockwood Village
• Discussion on possible Land Bank Executive Committee

Monroe County Museum System Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will discuss recommendations for the 2023 Historical Projects Fund and review the updated Spirit of Service Awards application. The meeting includes updates from committees overseeing building projects, historical markers, and awards.

• Review of six Historical Projects Fund applications totaling $81,026
• Approval of the 2023 Spirit of Service Awards application
• Project grant requests including $20,000 for Sawyer House windows and $20,000 for Labor Museum basement/windows
• Project grant requests including $20,000 for River Raisin Centre for the Arts brickwork and $14,760 for Old Mill roofing
• Update on the refurbishment of seven historical markers at Sewah Studios

Monroe County Museum System Board of Trustees

The agenda provides the date, time, and location for the board meeting on August 16, 2023. No specific action items or discussion topics are listed.

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review several grant applications for health and public safety services. The body is also deciding on the approval of an accounts payable report and the filling of a Fairview Superintendent position.

• Approval of 08/16/2023 Accounts Payable Current Claims Report for $1,155,715.57
• Request for $100,000 MRC-STTRONG Grant for the Monroe County Health Department
• Request for $242,682 Secondary Road Patrol Grant with a local match of $444,833
• Request for $15,791 Byrne Justice Assistance Grant for community policing
• Request to fill the Fairview Superintendent position at Step 5

The Board of Commissioners approved several grant applications for the Health Department and Sheriff's Office. They also authorized payments for current claims and non-claims and approved the filling of a Fairview Superintendent position.

• Approved $1,155,715.57 Accounts Payable Current Claims Report
• Confirmed Non-Claims payments for $367,054.17 and $548,012.38
• Approved application for $100,000 MRC-STTRONG Grant for Health Department
• Approved $15,791 Byrne Justice Assistance Grant for community policing
• Approved $242,682 Secondary Road Patrol Grant with $444,833 local match
• Approved application for $20,000 Scrap Tire Clean-Up Grant from EGLE
• Approved filling Fairview Superintendent position at Step 5

Retiree Healthcare

The Board of Trustees will discuss the Q2 2023 performance report and the consolidated market values of the RHC Trust as of June 30, 2023. Members will also review recommendations for market value updates and searches for emerging markets and private credit direct lending opportunities.

• Q2 2023 Performance Report
• Consolidated Report as of June 30, 2023 from 5th/3rd Bank
• Recommended Rebalance/Market Value Update Discussion
• Emerging Markets Search/Recommendation
• Private Credit Direct Lending Search/Recommendation

The Retiree Health Care Board approved a $4.4 million investment in the Vanguard Emerging Markets Select Mutual Fund, funded through a portfolio rebalance. The Board also accepted the Q2 2023 Performance Report and the July 31, 2023 Consolidated Report. A proposal to invest $2.8 million into Monroe Capital Fund V was tabled.

• Approved investment of $4.4 million into Vanguard Emerging Markets Select Mutual Fund (Voice vote)
• Approved portfolio rebalance to fund emerging markets investment (Voice vote)
• Accepted Q2 2023 Performance Report (Voice vote)
• Accepted July 31, 2023 Consolidated Report (Voice vote)
• Tabled $2.8 million investment in Monroe Capital Fund V until November meeting
• Approved August 14, 2023 meeting agenda (Voice vote)
• Approved May 08, 2023 meeting minutes (Voice vote)

Commission on Aging

The Commission on Aging is meeting to discuss funding requests and unit rate changes for several senior service providers. The body will also review a response to an evaluation finding regarding the MCOP Opportunity Center.

• Milan Transportation request for additional 2023 funding
• Monroe Center for Healthy Aging request for 2023 unit rate decrease
• Frenchtown Dementia Adult Day Care request for 2023 unit rate increase
• MCOP Opportunity Center response to evaluation finding
• Special presentations from Monroe Center for Healthy Aging/Cancer Connection and Frenchtown Senior Center

The Commission approved additional funding for Milan Transportation and adjusted unit rates for the Monroe Center for Healthy Aging and Frenchtown Adult Day Care. The board also accepted a response to an evaluation finding from the MCOP Opportunity Center.

• Approved $11,258.00 in additional 2023 funding for Milan Transportation (7-0)
• Accepted Stephanie Kasprzak's response to the MCOP Opportunity Center Evaluation Finding
• Decreased Monroe Center unit rate from $5.00 to $4.00 effective August 1, 2023
• Increased Frenchtown Adult Day Care unit rate from $13.15 to $29.05 effective July 1, 2023
• Approved August 9, 2023 meeting agenda
• Approved June 14, 2023 meeting minutes and July/August Strategic Planning Committee notes

Veterans Affairs Committee (VAC)

The Veterans Affairs Committee is meeting to consider financial assistance requests for veterans. The body will review applications for burial benefits and emergency aid.

• Burial benefit requests totaling $2,350.00 for seven individuals
• Emergency aid requests totaling $6,305.43 for four individuals

The committee approved $2,350.00 for seven burial benefit requests. It also approved $4,816.71 for three emergency aid requests, while one emergency aid request was tabled.

• Approved $2,350.00 for burial benefit requests (3-0)
• Approved $4,816.71 for emergency aid requests
• Tabled emergency aid request for KIEHM ($750.00)
• Approved previous meeting minutes (3-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review requests to accept a $2.9 million indigent defense grant and a $4.1 million child care fund budget. The body is also approving current claims and non-claims payments totaling over $1.9 million.

• Approval of Accounts Payable Current Claims Report for $1,118,676.49
• Request to accept Michigan Indigent Defense Commission grant for $2,996,516.32
• Request to submit Child Care Fund budget of $4,166,335 to MDHHS
• Approval of non-claims check registers totaling $808,527.18
• Review of Cash and Investment Report for quarter ending June 30, 2023

The Board of Commissioners approved a grant from the Michigan Indigent Defense Commission and the submission of the FY2024 Child Care Fund budget to MDHHS. The Board also approved over $1.1M in current claims and confirmed approximately $808,000 in non-claims payments.

• Approved $2,778,828.91 Michigan Indigent Defense Commission grant with $217,687.41 County match
• Approved applying for $4,166,335 FY2024 Child Care Fund budget with $2,083,167.50 County match
• Approved 08/02/2023 Accounts Payable Current Claims Report for $1,118,676.49
• Confirmed Non-Claims payments for 07/21/2023 ($640,769.43) and 07/28/2023 ($167,757.75)
• Accepted and filed June 30, 2023 Cash and Investment Report
• Approved August 1, 2023 Regular Meeting Agenda
• Approved July 18, 2023 Regular Meeting minutes

Monroe County Museum System Board of Trustees

The Monroe County Museum System Board of Trustees will meet to review committee updates and the 'Strategic Plan-Vision 2029'. The meeting includes reports on museum operations, historical marker refurbishments, and site maintenance.

• Discussion of Strategic Plan-Vision 2029
• Review of Historical Projects Fund applications
• Update on refurbishment of markers including St. Mary's and Custer
• Operational review of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial and Museum
• Report on the transfer of Monroe Evening News archival materials

9-1-1 District Board

The board is meeting to discuss the end date for VHF tower use and future procurement costs for fire radios, pagers, and batteries. The meeting also includes a director's report on staffing, technology upgrades, and call statistics.

• Discussion on VHF tower use end date regarding Fire Siren and School Industrial Monitors
• Review of future fire procurements for supplemental radios, pagers, and battery costs
• Purchase of 10 dispatch radios for $56,260.50
• Purchase of updated security cameras from Access & Alarm, Inc. for $7,391.98
• Election of Chief Tim Aimes from Erie PD as Alternate 911 Board Member

The Board authorized Director Kuti to coordinate with Emergency Management and a vendor to develop a plan for moving fire sirens and school industrial monitors off the VHF system. Members also discussed the funding responsibilities for future radio, pager, and battery replacements for fire departments.

• Approved the meeting agenda
• Approved May 23, 2023 regular meeting minutes
• Accepted correspondence and placed on file
• Authorized Director Kuti to communicate with EMD and develop a plan for VHF system transition
• Accepted the Director's Report

Emergency Medical Authority

The Monroe County Emergency Medical Authority will meet to review transport reports and operational data. The body will also present the first-ever Medical Director’s Award to Paramedic Desiree Collins.

• Presentation of Medical Director’s Award to Paramedic Desiree Collins
• Bedford Township Fire Department Transport Reports
• May and June 2023 Operation Committee Reports
• Medical Control Board Report
• Update by MCA

The board approved the May 24, 2023, meeting minutes and accepted the Operations and Medical Control reports. Senior Paramedic Desiree Collins received the first Medical Director’s Award. No other substantive policy or budget decisions were made.

• Approved July 19, 2023, meeting agenda (Voice vote)
• Approved May 24, 2023, meeting minutes (Voice vote)
• Accepted and filed Operations and Medical Control Reports (Voice vote)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is reviewing 2024 budget guidelines and a corrective action plan for Treasury deficiencies. They are considering several grant applications for blight elimination, legal representation, and crime victim rights, as well as the purchase of six police vehicles.

• Proposed $500,000 Blight Elimination Grant for the Monroe County Land Bank
• Authorization to spend $248,016 for six Chevrolet Tahoe police vehicles
• Proposed $217,914 general fund cost for FY2024 to increase court-appointed attorney rates
• Approval of accounts payable reports totaling $1,242,666.23
• Proposed FY 2023-2025 Multi Year Plan for the Area Agency on Aging 1-B

The Board of Commissioners adopted the 2024 Budget Guidelines and approved several grant applications for blight elimination, crime victim rights, and legal representation. They also authorized the purchase of six police vehicles to avoid future price increases.

• Approved FY 2023-2025 Multi Year Plan for Area Agency on Aging 1-B
• Approved $558,841.43 and $683,824.80 Accounts Payable Current Claims
• Accepted and filed 2024 Budget Guidelines
• Approved $500,000 Blight Elimination Grant for Monroe County Land Bank
• Approved application for $75,352 Byrne Justice Assistance Grant (JAG)
• Approved $62,500 CPLR grant and $217,914 budget increase for Probate Court
• Approved $215,877 Crime Victim Rights Grant with $36,448 total match
• Authorized $248,016 to purchase six Chevrolet Tahoe police vehicles

Commission on Aging

The meeting scheduled for Wednesday, July 12, 2023, was cancelled at the call of the Chair.

Monroe County Museum System Board of Trustees

The regularly scheduled board meeting for Wednesday, July 12, 2023, is cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for Thursday, July 27, at 7 pm.

Veterans Affairs Committee (VAC)

The Veterans Affairs Committee is meeting to consider burial benefit and emergency aid requests. The body will review specific funding requests for five individuals.

• Burial benefit requests totaling $1,700 for Klapec ($350), Esper ($300), Burkey ($350), Babcock ($350), and Davis ($350)
• Emergency aid requests

The committee approved five burial benefit requests totaling $1,700. No emergency aid requests were submitted for consideration.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved $1,700 total for five burial benefit requests (4-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review over $1.1 million in accounts payable and a $1.7 million consent agenda. Key discussions include a proposed action plan for a Humane Society lease and a grant for court overtime costs.

• Approval of Accounts Payable Current Claims Report for $1,104,953.70
• Consent agenda including check registers totaling $1,764,996.62
• Request to accept a Clean Slate Overtime Grant up to $44,484 for the 1st District Court
• Letter of Intent between Monroe County, the Sheriff, and the Humane Society of Monroe County for an operating agreement and lease
• Resolution recognizing June 27, 2023, as Prescription Drug Abuse & Red Med Box Awareness & Education Day

The Board approved over $1.1 million in accounts payable and confirmed two check registers totaling approximately $1.76 million. They also authorized a grant application for court overtime and a letter of intent regarding a lease with the Humane Society of Monroe County.

• Approved 06/21/2023 Accounts Payable Current Claims Report for $1,104,953.70
• Confirmed Non-Claims payments for check registers dated 06/09/2023 ($1,560,497.61) and 06/16/2023 ($204,509.01)
• Approved request to apply for Clean Slate Overtime Grant up to $44,484
• Approved Letter of Intent between County, Sheriff, and Humane Society of Monroe County to draft operating agreement and lease
• Approved $550 monthly automobile allowance for Administrator/CFO Michael Bosanac effective July 1, 2023
• Adopted resolution recognizing June 27, 2023 as Prescription Drug Abuse & Red Med Box Awareness & Education Day
• Accepted Monroe County Health Department’s 2022 Annual Report

Monroe County Museum System Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will meet to discuss committee updates and the Strategic Plan-Vision 2029. The agenda includes reports on museum operations, historical marker refurbishments, and site maintenance.

• Discussion of Strategic Plan-Vision 2029
• Updates on the search for a new building
• Reports on refurbished historical markers from Milan and Ida
• Review of Historical Projects Fund applications closing in July
• Updates on the Spirit of Service Awards program

Commission on Aging

The Commission on Aging is meeting to review MCOP program updates and director's reports. The body will discuss a request for additional Unmet Needs Program funding and a letter of support for a County of Monroe Spark Grant.

• MCOP Request for Additional Unmet Needs Program Funding
• County of Monroe Spark Grant Letter of Support Request
• MCOP Programs Update presentation by Director Jeff McBee
• Review of Common Measures Reports and website analytics
• Review of Project Ramp waitlist summary

The Commission approved a request for additional funding for the MCOP Unmet Needs program. Members also received reports on senior services, website analytics, and service waitlists.

• Approved $5,000 for MCOP Unmet Need program (9-0)
• Approved June 14, 2023 Regular Board Meeting Agenda
• Approved April 12, 2023 Regular Meeting minutes

Economic Development Corporation

The corporation is meeting to receive staff and special reports on county economic growth. Discussion topics include the Monroe County Link Plan 2.0, automotive industry updates, and ProMedica matching funds.

• Monroe County Link Plan 2.0 update
• Launch 734 Pillar Team update
• ProMedica Matching Funds update
• Michigan Gas Utilities update
• Monroe County Health Department update

The committee approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the March 14, 2023, regular meeting. The remainder of the session consisted of staff and guest reports regarding local labor, utilities, agriculture, and city development. No new business was introduced or decided.

• Approved June 13, 2023 agenda (Voice vote)
• Approved March 14, 2023 regular meeting minutes (Voice vote)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is meeting to approve accounts payable and check registers. They are considering a grant for animal control and applications for the Farmland and Open Space Preservation program.

• Approval of 06/07/2023 Accounts Payable Current Claims Report for $820,435.70
• Approval of check registers totaling $3,197,464.16
• Proposed $10,000 grant from Two Seven Oh Inc. for animal spaying, neutering, and vaccinations
• Two applications for the Farmland and Open Space Preservation program for properties in Ash Township
• Resolution recognizing Whiteford Agricultural School District’s Varsity Football Team

The Board of Commissioners approved over $820,000 in accounts payable and confirmed several non-claims payments. They also accepted a $10,000 grant for animal vaccinations and spaying/neutering, and approved two farmland preservation applications in Ash Township.

• Approved 06/07/2023 Accounts Payable Current Claims Report for $820,435.70
• Confirmed Non-Claims payments for 05/19/2023 ($347,293.86), 05/26/2023 ($2,717,850.21), and 06/02/2023 ($132,320.09)
• Approved $10,000 grant from Two Seven Oh Inc. for animal control spaying, neutering, and vaccinations
• Approved two applications to the Farmland and Open Space Preservation program for properties in Ash Township
• Adopted resolution recognizing Whiteford Agricultural School District’s Varsity Football Team as Division 8 State Champions
• Accepted Government Finance Officers Association Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting for FY ended Dec 31, 2021

Veterans Affairs Committee (VAC)

The Veterans Affairs Committee is meeting to consider burial benefit requests and an emergency aid request. The body will vote on the approval of specific dollar amounts for these veteran services.

• Burial benefit requests totaling $1,900.00 for Calkins, Wilhem, Vanwasse Hnova, Cluckey, Preston, and Lynch
• Emergency aid request for Veteran/Tyra in the amount of $6,000.00 (with $5,335.79 listed as approved)

The committee approved $1,900 for six burial benefit requests and $5,335.79 for one emergency aid request. Previous meeting minutes were also approved.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved $1,900 for burial benefit requests for Calkins, Wilhem, Vanwassehnova, Cluckey, Preston, and Lynch (4-0)
• Approved $5,335.79 for emergency aid request for Veteran/Tyra (4-0)

Emergency Medical Authority

The Emergency Medical Authority will meet to discuss the MCA annual report and transport reports from the Bedford Township Fire Department. The body will also review reports from the Medical Control Board and the Operations Committee.

• Annual Report of MCA by Ron Slagell
• Bedford Township Fire Department Transport Reports
• March and April 2023 Operation Committee Reports
• Medical Control Board Report
• Central Dispatch Report

The board approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the March 22, 2023, organizational meeting. Members accepted the March and April 2023 operations reports and the Medical Control Board report. The next meeting was scheduled for July 19, 2023.

• Approved May 24, 2023 meeting agenda
• Approved March 22, 2023 Organizational Meeting minutes
• Accepted and filed March and April 2023 Operations Reports
• Accepted and filed Medical Control Board Report
• Scheduled next meeting for July 19, 2023

9-1-1 District Board

The board approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the March 28, 2023, regular meeting. Director Kuti provided a report on call volumes, staffing, and upcoming equipment replacements, which the board accepted. No new ordinances or contracts were voted on during the session.

• Approved the meeting agenda
• Approved March 28, 2023 regular meeting minutes
• Accepted the Director's Report

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review accounts payable and various grant requests for the Sheriff's Office and local courts. The meeting includes proposals for staffing changes in the Prosecutor's Office and a grant application for the River Raisin Heritage Trail.

• Approval of Accounts Payable Current Claims Report for $1,982,500.83
• Proposed addition of one full-time Assistant Prosecuting Attorney II with a $25,207 supplemental appropriation
• Grant application of up to $400,000 for River Raisin Heritage Trail restoration
• Request to accept $20,500 FY2023 Marine Safety grant for the Sheriff's Office
• Approval of two Farmland and Open Space Preservation program applications in Whiteford Township

The Board of Commissioners approved an accounts payable report for $1,982,500.83 and confirmed non-claims payments totaling $1,338,878.94. They authorized several grant applications for specialized courts and the Sheriff's Office, and approved staffing changes for the Prosecutor's Office.

• Approved 05/17/2023 Accounts Payable Current Claims Report for $1,982,500.83
• Confirmed Non-Claims payments for $236,249.40 and $1,102,629.54
• Approved adding one full-time Assistant Prosecuting Attorney II and a $25,207 supplemental appropriation
• Approved adding one full-time Victim Rights Secretary and eliminating two part-time positions
• Approved acceptance of $20,500 FY2023 Marine Safety grant
• Approved $24,286.45 grant application for Justice Training programs with $8,096 match
• Approved grant applications for Veterans Treatment Court ($66,625), Mental Health Recovery Court ($229,491), and Adult Drug Treatment Court ($141,668)
• Approved acceptance of $70,200 FY 2022 Operation Stonegarden grant with $334 local match

Land Bank Authority

The Land Bank Authority is meeting to review the 2022 audit and discuss site preparation for owned parcels. The board will also receive an update on a demolition project for a parcel owned by South Rockwood Village.

• Review and acceptance of 2022 Audit
• Discussion of $356,580.00 grant for South Rockwood Village building demolition
• Discussion on Land Bank owned parcel site preparation
• Update on Land Bank E-statements and Online Access

Operations Committee

The Operations Committee is reviewing requests to add staffing to the Monroe County Prosecutor’s Office. This includes a request for a new full-time Assistant Prosecuting Attorney II and a proposal to reorganize victim rights staffing.

• Request for one full-time Assistant Prosecuting Attorney II with a supplemental appropriation of $25,207
• Request to create one full-time Victim Rights Secretary and eliminate two part-time positions

The Operations Committee recommended the full Board approve adding a full-time Assistant Prosecuting Attorney II and a full-time Victim Rights Secretary. The committee also recommended eliminating two part-time positions in the Victim Rights office.

• Recommended adding one full-time Assistant Prosecuting Attorney II (5-0)
• Recommended supplemental appropriation of $25,207 from the 2023 County Contingency Account for the Prosecutor's Office (5-0)
• Recommended adding one full-time Victim Rights Secretary and eliminating two part-time positions (5-0)
• Approved May 11, 2023 Agenda (Voice vote)
• Approved April 12, 2023 minutes (Voice vote)

Commission on Aging

The Monroe County Commission on Aging meeting scheduled for May 10, 2023, was cancelled at the call of the Chair.

Monroe County Museum System Board of Trustees

The regularly scheduled board meeting for May 10, 2023, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for June 14, 2023.

Retiree Healthcare

The Retiree Health Care Board of Trustees will discuss the Q1 2023 performance report and a consolidated report from 5th/3rd Bank. The board is scheduled to review asset allocation and a liquidity plan for the trust.

• Q1 2023 Performance Report
• Consolidated Report as of March 31, 2023 from 5th/3rd Bank
• Asset Allocation Discussion
• Market Value Update/Liquidity Plan
• AndCo's updated form ADV Part 2A

The Board accepted the Q1 2023 performance report showing a market value of $105,635,561. Members also accepted reports on consolidated market values and liquidity plans, and requested a follow-up presentation on asset allocation strategies.

• Approved May 8, 2023 meeting agenda (Voice vote)
• Approved February 13, 2023 organizational meeting minutes (Voice vote)
• Accepted Q1 2023 Performance Report (Voice vote)
• Accepted Consolidated Report as of March 31, 2023 from 5th/3rd Bank (Voice vote)
• Accepted AndCo Consulting report on Asset Allocations and requested follow-up presentation with additional research staff (Voice vote)
• Accepted Market Value Update/Liquidity Plan report with no action taken (Voice vote)

Veterans Affairs Committee (VAC)

The Veterans Affairs Committee is reviewing requests for burial benefits and an increase in emergency aid funds. A request for $36,767.11 in emergency aid funds from mileage will be presented to the Board of Commissioners.

• Request for $36,767.11 increase in emergency aid funds from mileage
• Burial benefit requests totaling $1,650.00 for Ban, Dobberstein, Ellison, Phillips, and Peplinski

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider the approval of the 2023 County Government millage rates and a claims report totaling $626,488.38. The body will also discuss the potential sale of surplus county real estate and a resolution supporting the Second Amendment.

• Approval of Accounts Payable Current Claims Report for $626,488.38
• Review of 2023 County Government Millage Rates (General: 4.7952, Senior Citizen: .5430, Fairview: .1250, Museum: .1500, Veterans: .0060)
• Support for a $1.0 million EPA grant for a regional Climate Plan via SEMCOG
• Approval of Farmland and Open Space Preservation program application for property in Ida Township
• Proposed updates to Berlin Charter Township’s Master Plan

The Board approved an edited resolution declaring support for the Second Amendment in Monroe County, originally adopted in 2020, after discussion. It also approved the 2023 county millage rates for summer and winter tax bills, including rates for general, senior citizen, Fairview, Museum, and Veterans purposes. Additionally, the Board accepted the Commission on Aging's annual report and its millage rate recommendation, and approved letters of support for a LaPlaisance Road Corridor planning grant, a regional climate plan, and electric vehicle infrastructure planning.

• Approved Second Amendment support resolution (roll call vote, 7-0-2-0)
• Approved 2023 county millage rates: General 4.7952 summer, Senior Citizen .5430 winter, Fairview .1250 winter, Museum .1500 winter, Veterans .0060 winter (roll call vote, 7-0-2-0)
• Accepted 2022 Commission on Aging annual report and placed on file (voice vote, carried)
• Approved Commission on Aging's millage rate recommendation (roll call vote, 7-0-2-0)
• Approved letter of support for LaPlaisance Road Corridor planning grant (voice vote, carried)
• Approved letter of support for SEMCOG $1M federal climate plan grant (roll call vote, 7-0-2-0)
• Approved letter of support for Monroe County Community College electric vehicle infrastructure planning grant (voice vote, 7-1-1-0)
• Authorized administrator to discuss sale of surplus county real estate with Bedford Township (voice vote, carried)

Community Corrections

The board will review expenditure reports from December 2022 through February 2023. Members will also discuss the FY 2023 2nd Quarter Report and the FY 2024 grant application.

• Approval of expenditure reports for December 2022, January 2023, and February 2023
• FY 2023 2nd Quarter Report
• FY 2024 Grant Application

The Community Corrections Advisory Board approved the FY 2024 grant application and the FY 2023 second quarter report. The new grant request includes an increase of $83,765, primarily for administration costs and program adjustments.

• Approved agenda for April 18, 2023
• Approved minutes from January 18, 2023
• Approved expenditure reports for December 2022, January 2023, and February 2023
• Accepted FY 2023 Second Quarter Report
• Accepted FY 2024 Grant Application for $402,200

Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Panel

The panel is discussing updates on the Monroe County Loop Trail, Heritage Trail, and the Cornerstone 100-mile Route signage project. The meeting also covers planning for paved shoulders and trail overlays across various townships and cities.

• Cornerstone 100-mile Route signage project status and bid process
• LaPlaisance Road planning meeting involving Monroe Charter Township and City of Monroe
• M-50 paved shoulder and vertical signage updates
• South Dixie Highway planning grant for the segment from Jones to Dunbar
• Great Lakes Way paved shoulders and Frenchtown Master Plan timing

Board of Commissioners

The Monroe County Board of Commissioners is reviewing several grant applications and staffing requests for county departments. The body is also considering the approval of a current claims report and quarterly financial reports.

• Approval of 04/19/2023 Accounts Payable Current Claims Report for $1,318,113.03
• FY2024 Michigan Indigent Defense Commission grant application for $2,986,589.76 with a $217,687.41 county match
• FY2024 Community Corrections Grant application for $402,200 with a $28,092 county match
• School Resource Officer agreement with Summerfield school district with a maximum county cost of $15,352
• Grant application to Two Seven Oh, Inc. for $10,000 for animal spay, neutering, and vaccinations

The Board of Commissioners approved several grant applications for community corrections, animal control, and indigent defense. They also authorized the appointment of Ms. Jamie Dean as Public Health Officer/Director and approved a school resource officer agreement with Summerfield school district.

• Approved 04/19/2023 Accounts Payable Current Claims Report for $1,318,113.03
• Confirmed Non-Claims payments for $423,758.48 (04/07/2023) and $874,814.96 (04/14/2023)
• Approved creation of part-time Adult Drug Treatment Court Coordinator and part-time Indigent Defense Secretary
• Approved transition of part-time Indigent Defense Coordinator to full-time
• Authorized submission of Ms. Jamie Dean as Public Health Officer/Director to the State of Michigan
• Approved FY2024 Community Corrections Grant application for $402,200 with $28,092 County match
• Approved $10,000 grant application to Two Seven Oh, Inc. for animal spay/neuter and vaccinations
• Approved FY2024 Michigan Indigent Defense Commission grant application for $3,005,789.76 with $217,687.41 County match

Commission on Aging

The Commission on Aging will review funding applications for several senior services and determine the 2023 millage recommendation for the 2024 budget year. The board will also review and approve the 2022 Annual Report.

• 2024 funding application reviews for YMCA Blood Pressure Self-Monitoring and Bedford Veterans Center (Food Pantry and Van)
• 2024 funding application reviews for MemoryLane (Adult Day Service, Respite, Information/Referral/Assistance, and Care Coaching)
• 2024 funding application review for Frenchtown Senior Center (Adult Day Service and Operations)
• 2023 Millage Recommendation for Budget Year 2024
• Review and approval of the 2022 Annual Report

The Commission on Aging approved a request for the County Board of Commissioners to levy the 2023 Senior Millage for the 2024 budget year. The board also approved the 2022 Annual Report and the meeting's consent agenda.

• Approved request for 2023 Senior Millage for budget year 2024 in the amount of $3,843,481.00 (7-0)
• Approved 2022 Annual Report
• Approved February 8, 2023 Regular Meeting and April 5, 2023 Budget Workshop minutes
• Approved Strategic Planning Committee Notes of April 4, 2023
• Approved April 12, 2023 Regular Board Meeting Agenda

Operations Committee

The committee is discussing several requests for new or modified positions across county departments. These include roles for the 38th Circuit Court, the County Clerk's office, and Indigent Defense.

• Request to create a part-time Adult Drug Treatment Court Coordinator position funded by a grant
• Proposal to reorganize the County Clerk's Vital Records/Elections Division, including a new Grade 6 Specialist position
• Request to transition a part-time Indigent Defense Coordinator to full-time and create a part-time Secretary position
• Submission of a succession and staffing plan for the Public Health Department

The committee recommended four separate staffing and organizational requests to the full Board. These include creating new court and clerk positions, transitioning a coordinator role to full-time, and approving a health department staffing plan.

• Recommended approval to create a part-time Adult Drug Treatment Court Coordinator position
• Recommended approval to reorganize the County Clerk's Vital Records Division by creating a Specialist position, eliminating a Records Processing Clerk position, and creating a temporary election position
• Recommended approval to transition the Indigent Defense Coordinator position to full-time and create a part-time Secretary position
• Recommended approval of the Public Health Department succession and staffing plan

Monroe County Museum System Board of Trustees

The Monroe County Museum System Board of Trustees is meeting to receive committee updates and discuss new business. The board will consider a project extension request from the Monroe County Historical Society and review the 2023 Historical Projects Fund application process.

• Monroe County Historical Society request to extend a $10,000 award to January 2024
• 2023 Historical Projects Fund offering $60,000 in total funding
• Grant limit of $20,000 per project for non-profit historical organizations or local government units
• Discussion of roof leaks and repairs at the County Archives
• Preliminary architect conversations regarding upgrades to front, rear, and dock entrances

Veterans Affairs Committee (VAC)

The Veterans Affairs Committee is meeting to consider burial benefit requests and discuss the 2024 millage amount for emergency aid and burial benefits. The committee is also considering a change to its monthly meeting schedule.

• Burial benefit requests totaling $1,900 for Keck, Milosch, Vielmo, Bartko, Lemieux, and Spalding
• Discussion of 2024 Millage Amount for Emergency Aid/Burial Benefit
• Proposed change of meeting date from the second Tuesday to the first Tuesday or Wednesday of the month

The committee approved six burial benefit requests totaling $1,600. Members also agreed to move monthly meeting dates to the first Tuesday of the month. A request for a $15,000 millage increase for the Emergency Aid fund was discussed.

• Approved $1,600 for six burial benefit requests (5-0)
• Approved changing meeting dates to the first Tuesday of the month (5-0)
• Approved minutes of previous meeting (5-0)

Commission on Aging

The Commission on Aging is reviewing revenue, fund balances, and specific funding requests for senior services. The body is discussing a total request amount of $4,274,168 for the upcoming budget.

• Review of projected 2022 fund balance of $727,175
• Discussion of potential use of $385,241 from fund balance for the 2024 budget
• Review of $4,274,168 in total budget requests
• Funding request for Living Independence for Everyone totaling $530,062
• Funding request for Monroe Center for Healthy Aging totaling $450,000

The Commission conducted a budget workshop reviewing fund balances and program requests. Members reached a consensus to require five specific agencies to present additional information at the April 12 regular board meeting.

• Approved April 5, 2023 Budget Workshop Agenda
• Requested additional information from Bedford Veterans Center for April 12 meeting
• Requested additional information from Monroe Family YMCA for April 12 meeting
• Requested additional information from MemoryLane Care Services for April 12 meeting
• Requested additional information from Frenchtown Senior Center for April 12 meeting
• Requested additional information from Area Agency on Aging 1-B regarding Frenchtown Senior Center for April 12 meeting

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is reviewing a proposal to maintain the monthly 9-1-1 system surcharge at $2.00 per line. The meeting also includes reviews of annual reports from the Sheriff's Office and Central Dispatch.

• Proposed 9-1-1 surcharge rate of $2.00 per line per month effective July 1, 2023
• Accounts Payable Current Claims Report for $1,110,099.12
• Check Registers totaling $1,959,800.24
• Request to adopt an updated Animal Control Ordinance
• Review of City of Monroe Master Plan updates including Orchard East and River Raisin Heritage Corridor

The Board approved a monthly surcharge for Central Dispatch 9-1-1 funding and authorized over $1.1 million in accounts payable. Other actions included updating the Animal Control Ordinance and approving the 2023 Equalization Report.

• Approved 2023-2024 Central Dispatch 9-1-1 Surcharge Rate of $2.00 per line, per month
• Approved 04/05/2023 Accounts Payable Current Claims Report for $1,110,099.12
• Confirmed Non-Claims payments for check registers dated 03/24/2023 ($1,140,444.60) and 03/31/2023 ($819,355.64)
• Approved request to adopt updated Animal Control Ordinance
• Approved 2023 Monroe County Equalization Report with state equalized value of $9,036,529,269
• Approved County Planner's recommendations for City of Monroe Master Plan updates
• Approved Arthur Bronson as Alternate Citizen-at-Large on the 9-1-1 District Board

9-1-1 District Board

The 9-1-1 District Board is meeting to address new business regarding a citizen-at-large alternate and a surcharge recommendation for 2023-2024. The board will also review old business concerning secondary employment.

• 2023-2024 9-1-1 Surcharge recommendation
• Citizen-at-Large Alternate
• Secondary employment

The 9-1-1 District Board adopted the recommended $2.00 surcharge and budget proposal. The board also accepted a new operational order regarding secondary employment and nominated a new Citizen-at-Large Alternate.

• Approved $2.00 surcharge and budget proposal
• Accepted Operational Order# 1.5 Secondary Employment
• Accepted nomination of Arthur Bronson for Citizen-at-Large Alternate
• Approved January 24, 2023 meeting minutes with edits

Emergency Medical Authority

The body is meeting to elect its leadership for the year, including a chairperson, vice-chairperson, secretary, and treasurer. The meeting also includes the appointment of operations committee members and reports on emergency medical services.

• Election of Chairperson, Vice-Chairperson, Secretary, Treasurer, and Medical Control Representative
• Appointment of Operations Committee members
• Updated report from MCA
• Bedford Township Fire Department Transport Report
• Review of operation reports for November 2022 through February 2023

The board held an organizational meeting to elect its officers and appoint committee members. The board also approved the meeting agenda, previous minutes, and operational reports.

• Elected David Brown as Chairperson (Unanimous)
• Elected R.J. Schall as Vice-Chairman (Unanimous)
• Elected Robin Miller as Secretary (Unanimous)
• Elected Keith Masserant as Treasurer (Unanimous)
• Elected Douglas Steinman as Medical Control Representative (Unanimous)
• Appointed R.J. Schall, Keith Masserant, and Brian Paules to the Operations Committee
• Approved March 22, 2023 Organizational Meeting agenda (Voice vote)
• Approved November 16, 2022 Regular Meeting minutes (Voice vote)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is reviewing participation agreements for the National Prescription Opiate Litigation involving Teva, Allergan, CVS, and Walmart. The body is also considering a grant for tire clean-up and a letter of support for a passenger rail project.

• Resolution for National Prescription Opiate Litigation settlements with Teva, Allergan, CVS, and Walmart
• Approval of $486,138.39 in Accounts Payable Current Claims
• Proposed $20,000 EGLE grant for a Scrap Tire Clean-Up program
• Letter of interest for the Cleveland-Toledo-Detroit corridor passenger rail project
• Farmland and Open Space Preservation applications for London and Dundee Townships

The Board of Commissioners approved participation agreements for the National Prescription Opiate Litigation settlement. They also authorized several administrative actions, including the acceptance of a $20,000 environmental grant and the approval of a new part-time court position.

• Authorized participation agreements for National Prescription Opiate Litigation settlement
• Approved $486,138.39 in Accounts Payable Current Claims
• Confirmed Non-Claims payments totaling $1,185,674.98
• Approved adding a part-time Records Process Clerk position to the Probate Court
• Approved the Employment and Training Reorganization Plan
• Accepted $20,000 EGLE grant for Scrap Tire Clean-Up program
• Approved letter of interest for Cleveland-Toledo-Detroit corridor passenger rail project
• Confirmed appointments to the Monroe County Community Mental Health Authority Board

Operations Committee

The committee is considering a reorganization of the Employment and Training Department and a request to add a part-time position to the Probate Court. The meeting also includes a presentation by Critical Response Strategies.

• Request to add a part-time Records Process Clerk position to the Probate Court
• Employment and Training Reorganization Plan to create two Coordinator positions and eliminate one Career Development Facilitator position
• Presentation by Critical Response Strategies

The Operations Committee recommended that the full Board approve the addition of a part-time Records Process Clerk for the Probate Court. The committee also recommended approval of the Employment and Training Reorganization Plan. A proposal for a mental health case management pilot program was discussed, but no action was taken.

• Recommended to full Board to add a part-time Records Process Clerk position in Probate Court (5-0)
• Recommended to full Board to approve the Employment and Training Reorganization Plan (5-0)
• Approved March 15, 2023 Agenda (Voice vote)
• Approved October 31, 2022 minutes (Voice vote)

Economic Development Corporation

The corporation will meet to receive updates on local economic initiatives and utility services. The agenda consists primarily of staff reports and procedural items.

• Michigan Works update
• Michigan Gas Utilities update
• Monroe County Developers Streamlining Guide update
• Entrepreneurship & Innovation Task Force/Launch 734 update
• Monroe County Link Project update

The Economic Development Corporation approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the December 13, 2022 Organizational Meeting. The remainder of the meeting consisted of staff reports regarding workforce development, utilities, and farming.

• Approved March 14, 2023 agenda (Voice vote)
• Approved December 13, 2022 Organizational Meeting minutes (Voice vote)

Veterans Affairs Committee (VAC)

The Veterans Affairs Committee is meeting to consider funding requests for burial benefits and emergency aid. The body will vote on whether to approve specific dollar amounts for individual applicants.

• Burial benefit requests for Andreoli, Handler, Wood, and Pinchoff totaling $1,400.00
• Emergency aid requests for Hicks ($3,163.06), Gill ($1,234.80), Morris ($3,672.93), and Ferguson ($2,106.28) totaling $10,177.07

The Veterans Affairs Committee approved transferring $20,000 from the reserve fund to the 2023 veteran's emergency fund. The committee also approved $1,400 for burial benefits and $5,415.47 in emergency aid for four veterans.

• Approved $20,000 transfer from reserve fund to 2023 veteran's emergency fund (5-0)
• Approved $1,400 total for four burial benefit requests (5-0)
• Approved $5,415.47 total for four emergency aid requests (5-0)
• Approved minutes of previous meeting (5-0)

Commission on Aging

The Commission on Aging meeting scheduled for March 8, 2023, was cancelled at the call of the Chair.

Monroe County Museum System Board of Trustees

The regularly scheduled board meeting for March 8, 2023, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for April 12, 2023.

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review the National Opioid Settlement implementation plan and discuss updates to board by-laws. The body is also considering a grant for child and parent legal representation in child welfare proceedings.

• Approval of $328,996.94 in accounts payable current claims
• Approval of non-claims totaling $323,162.13 and $388,175.03
• Consent to appoint Interim Secretary/Clerk and Assistant Secretary/Deputy Clerk for the Board of County Road Commissioners
• Discussion of a Child and Parent Legal Representation Grant from the MDHHS
• Closed session regarding pending litigation in Mayer v. County of Monroe

The Board of Commissioners approved the National Opioid Settlement Plan of Implementation and authorized the Administrator/Chief Financial Officer to manage it. The Board also approved several financial reports and a grant application for child and parent legal representation. Additionally, the Board updated its internal by-laws and rules of procedure.

• Approved National Opioid Settlement Plan of Implementation with a requirement for a progress report in 6 months
• Approved $328,996.94 in accounts payable current claims
• Confirmed non-claims payments of $323,162.13 and $388,175.03
• Approved request to submit a Child and Parent Legal Representation Grant (CPLR) to MDHHS
• Approved updated Board of Commissioners By-Laws and Rules of Procedure
• Approved Resolution of Consent for Interim Secretary/Clerk and Assistant Secretary/Deputy Clerk for the Board of County Road Commissioners
• Voted to follow legal counsel's advice regarding Mayer v. County of Monroe

Board of Commissioners

The Monroe County Board of Commissioners will review a proposed funding plan for a new economic development strategic plan. The body will also consider an amended Investment Policy Statement for the Retiree Health Care Trust and receive a presentation on the National Opioid Settlement implementation.

• Proposed $250,000 funding plan for an economic development strategic plan
• Approval of Accounts Payable Current Claims Report for $998,758.28
• Non-Claims check registers totaling $1,066,645.76
• Proposed amended Investment Policy Statement for the Monroe County Retiree Health Care Trust
• Discussion of draft revisions to Board of Commissioners Bylaws

The Board of Commissioners approved funding for a new Economic Development strategic plan and updated the Retiree Health Care Trust investment policy. A proposed implementation plan for the National Opioid Settlement was tabled for further review.

• Approved $250,000 to fund the next Economic Development strategic plan
• Approved amended Investment Policy Statement for the Monroe County Retiree Health Care Trust
• Approved 02/22/2023 Accounts Payable Current Claims Report for $998,758.28
• Confirmed Non-Claims payments for $601,608.39 (02/10/2023) and $465,037.37 (02/17/2023)
• Accepted 41st Annual Report of monies in the Probate Court Escheat Account
• Accepted December 31, 2022 Cash and Investment Report
• Tabled National Opioid Settlement Plan of Implementation until March 7, 2023

Veterans Affairs Committee (VAC)

The committee is meeting to consider burial benefit requests totaling $1,950 and emergency aid requests totaling $2,053. Members will also review revised bylaws for the Monroe County Department of Veterans Affairs.

• Burial benefit requests for Allen, Derby, Gora, Lucht, Manor, and Zimmerman totaling $1,950
• Emergency aid requests for veterans Dillon ($1,503) and Jimenez ($550)
• Revised Monroe County Department of Veterans Affairs Bylaws
• Letter of request from Jeff McBee, Community Planning and Engagement Dept. Director

The committee approved emergency aid for two veterans and burial benefits for six individuals. The board also approved updates to the Department of Veterans Affairs Bylaws.

• Approved updated Department of Veterans Affairs Bylaws (5-0)
• Approved $1,503.00 emergency aid for Veteran Dillion (5-0)
• Approved $550.00 emergency aid for Veteran Jimenez (5-0)
• Approved $1,950.00 in total burial benefit requests for Allen, Derby, Gora, Lucht, Manor, and Zimmerman (5-0)
• Approved January 10th 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)

Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Panel

The panel is discussing the status and timelines for several county trail projects. The meeting includes updates on signage for the Cornerstone 100-mile Route and planning for various road shoulders and trails.

• Status and construction timeline for the Monroe County Loop Trail
• Update on the Heritage Trail at Sterling State Park
• Signage project plan for the Cornerstone 100-mile Route
• Planning meeting for LaPlaisance Road scheduled for March 3, 2023
• Discussion of paved shoulder signage for M-50 and South Dixie Highway

Retiree Healthcare

The Retiree Health Care Board of Trustees is meeting to elect its chairperson and vice-chairperson. The board will also review 2022 performance reports, investment management fees, and the 2023 fund activity summary.

• Election of Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson
• Review of December 31, 2022 Performance Report
• Review of December 31, 2022 Investment Management Fee Review
• Execution of 2023 Conflict of Interest Statements
• Investment Policy Statement Review

The Board elected Bob Neely as Chairperson and Steve Goodman as Vice-Chairperson. Members approved a portfolio rebalance moving funds into Boyd Watterson Fixed Income and accepted several financial reports. The Board also approved the Investment Policy Statement for submission to the County Board of Commissioners.

• Elected Bob Neely as Chairperson
• Elected Steve Goodman as Vice-Chairperson
• Approved portfolio rebalance moving $3,836,000 to Boyd Watterson Fixed Income
• Approved Investment Policy Statement and authorized submission to County Board of Commissioners
• Accepted December 31, 2022 Performance Report ($99,725,467 market value)
• Accepted December 31, 2022 Investment Management Fee Review
• Accepted Summary of the County’s RHC Fund for 2023
• Approved motion to hold a Special Meeting in March or April to review the portfolio

Commission on Aging

The Monroe County Commission on Aging is meeting to discuss funding requests and contract adjustments for senior services. The board will also consider a request to support broadband expansion in the county.

• Pure Psychiatry of Michigan LLC 2023 funding request
• Monroe Center for Healthy Aging request to change 2023 contracted units and unit rate
• Comcast request for a letter of support for a State of Michigan broadband grant
• United Way Project Ramp Program update
• Review of Strategic Planning Committee notes from February 2, 2023

The Commission on Aging approved a funding request for Pure Psychiatry of Michigan LLC and authorized a letter of support for a Comcast broadband grant. The board also approved updated contract units and rates for the Monroe Center for Healthy Aging.

• Approved $10,150 funding for Pure Psychiatry of Michigan LLC at $70.00 per hour (7-0)
• Approved requested new unit rate and number of units for 2023 for Monroe Center for Healthy Aging (7-0)
• Authorized Director Jeff McBee to provide a letter of support for Comcast's State of Michigan broadband grant application (Voice Vote)
• Approved February 8, 2023 Regular Board Meeting Agenda (Motion carried)
• Approved January 11, 2023 and December 14, 2022 meeting minutes, strategic planning notes, and finance reports (Motion carried)

Monroe County Museum System Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will meet to receive committee updates and review reports from the Director, Deputy Director, and Local History Division. Key discussions include museum operations and upcoming scholarly lectures.

• Review of elevator repair status and contractor issues
• Update on historical marker refurbishment projects
• Launch of 2023 Historical Projects Fund applications in early March
• Elimination of Exhibits Coordinator position following Gerry Wykes' departure
• Upcoming lecture by Professor Gregory Urwin on March 10-11

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review accounts payable and non-claims payments totaling over $2.6 million. The body is also considering a grant application for marine safety and an audit engagement letter for the 2022 fiscal year.

• Approval of 02/08/2023 Accounts Payable Current Claims Report for $1,057,014.73
• Approval of non-claims check registers dated 01/27/2023 ($456,281.41) and 02/03/2023 ($1,164,472.17)
• Request to apply for a Fiscal Year 2023 Marine Safety Grant up to $54,573
• Audit engagement letter from auditor Rehmann for fiscal year ended December 31, 2022

The Board of Commissioners approved over $1 million in accounts payable and confirmed two check registers totaling approximately $1.62 million. They also authorized the Sheriff's Office to apply for a state marine safety grant. Residents and commissioners discussed mental health support and funding needs for the Oaks Shelter.

• Approved 02/08/2023 Accounts Payable Current Claims Report for $1,057,014.73
• Confirmed non-claims payments for check registers dated 01/27/2023 ($456,281.41) and 02/03/2023 ($1,164,472.17)
• Approved request to apply for Fiscal Year 2023 Marine Safety Grant up to $54,573
• Accepted and filed audit engagement letter from Rehmann for fiscal year ended December 31, 2022

9-1-1 District Board

The 9-1-1 District Board is meeting to review old business regarding secondary employment and new business concerning Active911 for fire department trucks.

• Discussion of secondary employment
• Discussion of Active911 for fire department trucks

The Board authorized a $1,500 annual expenditure from the surcharge to provide Active 911 licenses for fire department trucks and station tablets. The Board also approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the November 22, 2022 meeting.

• Approved $1,500 annual expenditure for Active 911 fire department licenses
• Approved the meeting agenda
• Approved November 22, 2022 regular meeting minutes

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is meeting to review financial claims and a proposed budget calendar for the 2024-2025 annual line item budget. The body will also consider several administrative requests, including a grant application for blight elimination and a staff vacancy fill.

• Payment of 01/18/2023 Accounts Payable Current Claims totaling $838,951.27
• Proposed $200,000 Blight Elimination Grant application to the State of Michigan Land Bank Authority
• Request to fill a vacant Mental Health Coordinator position using 2023 1st District Court Mental Health grant funding
• Approval of non-claims check registers totaling $1,067,339.53
• Farmland and Open Space Preservation program application for property in Whiteford Township

The Board of Commissioners approved the 2024-2025 annual budget calendar and authorized a $200,000 grant application for blight elimination. They also approved the filling of a Mental Health Coordinator position and various financial claims.

• Approved 01/18/2023 Accounts Payable Current Claims of $838,951.27
• Approved Budget Calendar for 2024-2025 Annual Line Item Budget
• Confirmed non-claims payments for 01/13/2023 ($457,429.97) and 01/20/2023 ($609,909.56)
• Approved filling vacant Mental Health Coordinator position at Step 5
• Approved $200,000 Blight Elimination Grant application with no County matching funds
• Approved Farmland and Open Space Preservation program application for property in Whiteford Township
• Accepted 2022 Monroe County Equalization Study for the record
• Accepted 2023 Board of Commissioners Committee appointments

Community Corrections

The board will review expenditure reports from September through November 2022 and the FY 2023 1st Quarter Report. Members will also conduct a nomination and vote for an officer.

• Approval of September, October, and November 2022 expenditure reports
• FY 2023 1st Quarter Report
• Officer nomination and vote

The board approved expenditure reports for late 2022 and accepted the FY 2023 first quarter report. Members also voted to nominate the current leadership positions for the board.

• Approved agenda for January 18, 2023
• Approved minutes from October 18, 2022
• Approved expenditure reports for September, October, and November 2022
• Accepted the FY 2023 1st Quarter Coordinator's Report
• Nominated Chairman Nichols, Vice-Chair Massengill, and Secretary/Treasurer Goans to their positions

Land Bank Authority

The Monroe County Land Bank Authority will consider a resolution to file for a Blight Elimination Program Grant. The board will also discuss the Ritter Property Project and building demolitions in South Rockwood Village.

• Vote to create a Resolution for Chairman Stanford to file the Blight Elimination Program Grant
• Discussion with Tim Lake regarding the Ritter Property Project
• Update on building demolition for a parcel owned by South Rockwood Village

Commission on Aging

The Commission on Aging will conduct its organizational meeting to elect a Chairperson, Vice Chairperson, and Secretary. The board will also discuss the 2023 budget calendar and proposed revisions to two agency policies.

• Election of Chairperson, Vice Chairperson, and Secretary
• Proposed revision of MCCCOA Policy 11-01
• Proposed revision of MCCCOA Policy 11-02
• Discussion and approval of 2023 Budget Calendar

The Commission elected its Chairperson, Vice Chairperson, and Secretary. The board also approved revisions to two policies and the 2023 Budget Calendar.

• Elected Cheryl Rivard as Chairperson
• Elected Marty Kaufman as Vice Chairperson
• Elected Mary Ann Wertenberger as Secretary
• Approved December 14, 2022 meeting minutes
• Approved revision to Policy 11-01
• Approved revision to Policy 11-02
• Approved Proposal B 2023 Budget Calendar

Monroe County Museum System Board of Trustees

The Monroe County Museum System Board of Trustees will meet to elect a Chairperson, Vice-Chairperson, and Secretary. The board will also consider proposals to move the Spirit of Service Awards to a bi-annual schedule and update the nomination process.

• Election of Chairperson, Vice-Chairperson, and Secretary
• Proposal to make the Trustee Award program bi-annual starting in 2024
• Report on inoperable museum elevator since December 16th
• Conversion of the Custer conference into a two-year lecture series
• Review of 2023 Historical Projects Fund applications

Veterans Affairs Committee (VAC)

The Veterans Affairs Committee is meeting to discuss the 2023 Veterans Emergency Aid Budget and review specific funding requests. The body is considering burial benefits for four individuals and emergency aid for one veteran.

• 2023 Veterans Emergency Aid Budget: $32,400
• Burial Benefit Requests: $1,350 total (Duvall $350, Mieden $350, Shackelford $300, Laj Iness $350)
• Emergency Aid Request: J. Blancarte $647.06

The committee approved $647.06 in emergency aid and $1,700 in burial benefits. Committee officers for 2023 were elected and the department bylaws were updated.

• Approved December 22, 2022 minutes (5-0)
• Approved $647.06 emergency aid request for J. Blancarte (5-0)
• Approved $1,700 in burial benefit requests for Duvall, Miden, Shackelford, and Hall (5-0)
• Elected Edward Straub (Chairman), Larry Cymbola (Vice Chairman), James Walker (Secretary), and Richard Gagne (Treasurer)
• Updated Monroe County Department of Veterans Affairs Bylaws

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is meeting to elect a Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson and establish a date for proposed bylaw changes. The body will also consider several payment reports and a judicial appointment.

• Payment of 01/04/2023 Accounts Payable Current Claims Report for $317,484.15
• Payment of Non-Claims check registers totaling $1,203,309.83
• Appointment of Ms. Yvonne Gnaedinger to the Monroe County Jury Commission
• Submission of the 2023 County Treasurer bond
• Election of Board Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson

The Board of Commissioners held an organizational meeting to elect leadership and approve financial reports. The board appointed a member to the Jury Commission and set a deadline for bylaw amendments.

• Elected Commissioner Mark Brant as Chairman
• Elected Commissioner Randy Richardville as Vice-Chairman
• Approved $317,484.15 in Accounts Payable Current Claims
• Approved non-claims payments totaling $1,159,309.83 across three check registers
• Set February 21, 2023, as the deadline to submit proposed bylaw amendments to Legal Counsel
• Appointed Ms. Yvonne Gnaedinger to the Monroe County Jury Commission for a six-year term (2023-2028)
• Accepted and filed the 2023 County Treasurer bond