Livingston County public meetings in 2023
118 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Board of Commissioners
The Livingston County Board of Commissioners will consider several resolutions, including a fourth-quarter budget amendment for fiscal year 2023, authorizing bonds for the Marion No. 3 Drain, and approving the distribution of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds for sheriff and 911 equipment upgrades. The board will also vote on a tentative agreement with the union representing 911 dispatchers and a blanket purchase order for 2024 election supplies. A recommendation to reschedule the board's organizational meeting to January 8, 2024, is also on the agenda.
- Resolution 2023-12-202: Authorize fourth-quarter budget amendment to FY2023 budget (roll call vote)
- Resolution 2023-12-204: Authorize Marion No. 3 Drain Bonds, Series 2024 (roll call vote)
- Resolution 2023-12-206: Approve ARPA funding for mobile scanners for the Sheriff (roll call vote)
- Resolution 2023-12-208: Approve tentative agreement with union representing 911 dispatchers
- Resolution 2023-12-210: Approve ARPA funding for 911 Central Dispatch encryption upgrade (roll call vote)
Finance and Asset Management Committee
The Finance and Asset Management Committee will discuss revenue, expenses, pension liability, capital improvements, ARPA, and strategic plan updates. It will vote on several resolutions, including a Q4 budget amendment, a blanket purchase order for 2024 election supplies, Marion No. 3 Drain District bonds, ARPA-funded purchases of mobile scanners and radio upgrades for the Sheriff, a 911 dispatch encryption upgrade, and establishing a pension fund.
- 2023 Q4 budget amendment to FY2023 budget
- Blanket purchase order for 2024 election supplies
- Marion No. 3 Drain District bonds (full faith and credit pledge)
- ARPA funding for Sheriff mobile scanners and radio entitlements upgrade
- ARPA funding for 911 Central Dispatch encryption upgrade
Courts, Public Safety, and Infrastructure Development Committee
The Courts, Public Safety, and Infrastructure Development Committee is meeting to discuss a report from the Drain Commissioner on the Thompson Lake Dam, including a 2023 proposal and cost estimates. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from October 16, 2023, and a call to the public. No formal resolutions are listed for consideration.
- Thompson Lake Dam update with 2023 proposal and cost estimates
- 2021 Thompson Lake Dam inspection report
- Thompson Lake Special Assessment District map
- Approval of October 16, 2023 meeting minutes
- Call to the public
Election Commission
This agenda for the Livingston County Election Commission meeting on December 18, 2023, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussions. The provided text is mostly system-generated placeholders from the eSCRIBE software, with no substantive content to report.
Finance and Asset Management Committee
The Finance and Asset Management Committee is meeting to discuss 911 tower and radio proposals. The agenda includes standard procedural items such as call to order, pledge, roll call, approval of agenda, and public comment, with the main discussion item being the 911 tower/radio proposals. No decisions are listed on the agenda; it is primarily a discussion item.
- Discussion of 911 tower/radio proposals
Board of Commissioners
The Livingston County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing and vote on the 2024 operating budget, along with several resolutions covering appointments, contracts, and grant funding. The meeting also includes routine items like minutes approval, public comment, and reports from county organizations.
- Public hearing and resolution to adopt the 2024 Livingston County Operating Budget (Resolution 2023-12-194)
- Resolution to accept CDC Public Health Infrastructure Grant funding through Michigan DHHS (2023-12-200)
- Resolution authorizing 2024 state grant agreement and surveyor contracts for remonumentation of public land survey corners (2023-12-201)
- Resolution approving 2024 non-profit contracts (2023-12-199)
- Resolution approving 2024 MSU Extension memorandum of agreement (2023-12-198)
Interview Committee
The Livingston County Interview Committee is meeting to interview three candidates for a county position: incumbent Sam Theis, Dale Brewer, and Anthony Zammit. The agenda includes public comment, discussion, and approval of minutes. No other substantive items are listed.
- Interview of incumbent Sam Theis
- Interview of Dale Brewer
- Interview of Anthony Zammit
- Call to the Public
Personnel Committee
The provided document contains only procedural software interface text and no meeting agenda items. There are no specific topics, decisions, or discussions recorded in this document.
General Government and Health and Human Services Committee
The General Government and Health and Human Services Committee will consider three resolutions: a 2024 Memorandum of Agreement with MSU Extension, authorization of 2024 non-profit contracts, and acceptance of CDC Public Health Infrastructure Grant funding. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and a public comment period.
- Resolution to approve 2024 Memorandum of Agreement with MSU Extension
- Resolution authorizing 2024 non-profit contracts
- Resolution to accept CDC Public Health Infrastructure Grant funding through Michigan DHHS
Board of Commissioners
The Livingston County Board of Commissioners is meeting to handle routine business, including approving the agenda and minutes, hearing public comment, and reviewing accounts payable. The board will also enter a closed session to discuss a written legal memo, as permitted by state law.
- Closed session to discuss written legal memo (MCL 15.268(h))
- Approval of minutes from November 13, 2023
- Accounts payable claims dated November 27, 2023
- Payables for November 1-17, 2023
Finance and Asset Management Committee
The Finance and Asset Management Committee will consider four resolutions, including two that distribute American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds: one for a vital records digital imaging project and one to purchase radar units for patrol cars. Other items include creating new MERS divisions for non-general fund employees and authorizing the sharing of attorney-client privileged information. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and a public comment period.
- Resolution authorizing Vital Records Historical Records Digital Imaging Project using ARPA funding
- Resolution approving ARPA funding to purchase radar units for patrol cars
- Resolution creating new non-union MERS divisions for employees in non-general fund departments
- Resolution authorizing sharing of attorney-client privileged information
- Approval of minutes from October 16 and October 30, 2023 meetings
Retirement Plan Advisory Committee
The Livingston County Retirement Plan Advisory Committee is meeting to review the Q3 2023 CAPTRUST quarterly report, including market commentary and investment performance, and the Nationwide Plan Health Report. They will also discuss a Nationwide proposal for the DC plan and MERS DC account administration. The agenda is largely routine oversight of retirement plan investments and administration.
- Review of 2023Q3 CAPTRUST quarterly report
- Nationwide Plan Health Report review
- Nationwide proposal for the DC plan
- Discussion of MERS DC account administration
- Approval of August 22, 2023 meeting minutes
Board of Commissioners
The Livingston County Board of Commissioners is meeting to consider several resolutions, including authorizing the purchase of two replacement medium-duty buses for LETS, increasing the authorized vehicle count for Central Dispatch, and approving a letter of agreement on grievance procedures for sergeants and paramedics. The board will also vote on suspending the search process for a county administrator and appointing one with conditions. The agenda includes routine items like minutes approval, employee recognition, and public comment periods.
- Resolution 2023-11-186: Authorize capital expenditure for two replacement medium-duty buses (LETS)
- Resolution 2023-11-187: Increase total authorized vehicles for Central Dispatch in FY 2024
- Resolution 2023-11-188: Approve letter of agreement on grievance procedure provisions for sergeants and paramedics
- Resolution 2023-11-189: Suspend search process and approve appointment of county administrator with conditions
- Correspondence: Resolutions from Delta, Eaton, Montcalm, and Wexford counties opposing state preemption of local control for solar and wind developments
Board of Canvassers
This agenda for the Livingston County Board of Canvassers meeting on November 9, 2023, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussions. The document appears to be a system-generated placeholder with no substantive content.
Veteran Services Committee
The Livingston County Veteran Services Committee is meeting to consider continuing the Gleaners food program, approve the 2024 meeting schedule, and discuss revisions to the Veteran Assistance Programs Manual. The committee will also review budget reports and hear public comment.
- Motion to authorize continuation of Gleaners program; 39 participants received $319.20 in food via Shared Harvest Program
- Motion to approve 2024 meeting dates: 1/17, 2/21, 3/20, 4/17, 5/15, 6/19, 7/17, 8/21, 9/18, 10/16, 11/20, 12/18
- Discussion of revised Housing guidelines and Financial Plan Acknowledgement in Veteran Assistance Programs Manual
- Gleaners mobile food pantry scheduled December 4, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. at LCVS; 25 confirmed participants
- Toys for Tots collection site at LCVS until December 15
Personnel Committee
The Livingston County Personnel Committee is meeting to consider several personnel-related resolutions, including accepting the results of a nonunion classification and compensation study appeal, approving job reviews and a reclassification for two EMS positions, and authorizing a letter of agreement on grievance procedures for two bargaining units. The committee will also hold a closed session for a collective bargaining update. The agenda includes standard items like approval of minutes and a call to the public.
- Resolution to accept MGT Consulting Services, LLC nonunion classification and compensation study appeal results
- Resolution approving job reviews of the new EMS Education & Quality Improvement Manager and reclassification of the EMS Project Manager
- Resolution authorizing the Board Chair to sign a Letter of Agreement on grievance procedure provisions for Sergeants' and Paramedics' bargaining units
- Closed session for collective bargaining update
- Approval of October 2, 2023 meeting minutes
General Government and Health and Human Services Committee
The General Government and Health and Human Services Committee will review resolutions regarding vehicle acquisitions. The items include a capital expenditure for two medium-duty buses and an increase in authorized vehicles for Central Dispatch for FY 2024.
- Resolution authorizing capital expenditure for two replacement medium-duty buses
- Resolution authorizing an increase in total authorized vehicles for Central Dispatch in FY 2024
Finance and Asset Management Committee
The Finance and Asset Management Committee is meeting to consider a resolution adopting the 2024 Livingston County Operating Budget. The budget adoption date is scheduled for December 11, 2023. The agenda includes standard procedural items such as call to order, pledge, roll call, and public comment.
- Resolution adopting the 2024 Livingston County Operating Budget
- Budget adoption date set for December 11, 2023
- Hybrid meeting at 304 E. Grand River Ave., Howell, MI
Board of Commissioners
The Livingston County Board of Commissioners is meeting for a routine session that includes approval of the agenda, public comment, and a closed session to discuss a written legal opinion under MCL 15.268(h). No other substantive decisions or discussions are listed on the agenda.
- Closed session to discuss written legal opinion (MCL 15.268(h))
- Call to the public for resident comments
Veteran Services Committee Special Meeting
The Livingston County Veteran Services Committee is holding a special meeting to consider a single appeal for financial relief. The committee will vote on a recommended motion to approve $9,178.35 in assistance for a veteran applicant facing foreclosure and an HOA auction. Other agenda items are routine housekeeping, public comment, and reports.
- Application C3611-VAP1 appeal: $4,053.77 mortgage payment assistance to avoid foreclosure on Nov. 8
- Application C3611-VAP1 appeal: $5,124.58 HOA fees to avoid auction on Nov. 15
- Total recommended relief: $9,178.35
- Consent agenda for agenda, minutes, and bills
- Call to the public
Retiree Health Care Board of Trustees
The Livingston County Retiree Health Care Plan Board of Trustees is meeting to handle routine business: approving prior meeting minutes, hearing a third-quarter finance report from Morgan Stanley, and addressing any new business. No major decisions or public hearings are listed on this agenda.
- Approval of July 25, 2023 meeting minutes
- 2023 Q3 Finance Report presented by Ken Mittelbrun, Morgan Stanley
- Meeting at Livingston County Administration Building, 304 E. Grand River, Howell, MI
Board of Commissioners
The Livingston County Board of Commissioners will consider several resolutions, including a third-quarter budget amendment for fiscal year 2023, acceptance of multiple state grants, and a resolution opposing state preemption of local control over solar and wind developments. The agenda also includes correspondence from other counties, a report from Livingston County Catholic Charities, and two closed sessions for pending litigation and a legal memorandum.
- Resolution 2023-10-178: Authorize Q3 budget amendment to FY2023 budget (Fiscal Services)
- Resolution 2023-10-180: Accept MDHHS Raise the Age (RTA) grant for Juvenile Court
- Resolution 2023-10-181: Accept MDOC Community Corrections grant for FY 2024
- Resolution 2023-10-182: Accept SCAO grants for specialty courts and programs FY 2024
- Resolution 2023-10-185: Oppose legislation preempting local control for solar and wind developments
Veteran Services Committee
The Livingston County Veteran Committee is meeting to handle routine business, including a consent agenda, public comment, and applications for relief. The main action item is a proposed Santa for Seniors event on December 8 with up to 12 veteran participants, each receiving a $100 Meijer gift card and brunch, with a recommended budget of $1,700 plus a 10% contingency. The committee will also hear director reports and hold discussion.
- Santa for Seniors event request for December 8, 9 a.m. to noon, with up to 12 veterans receiving $100 Meijer gift cards and brunch
- Recommended motion to approve Santa for Seniors event and budget of $1,700 with 10% contingency
- Consent agenda for housekeeping items (agenda, minutes, bills)
- Call to the public and applications for relief
Finance and Asset Management Committee
The Finance and Asset Management Committee will receive a report on the 2024 budget (Level 3) and discuss revenue/expense status, pension liability, capital improvement plan, ARPA, and strategic plan updates. They will also consider a resolution to authorize a third-quarter budget amendment to the fiscal-year 2023 budget. The meeting is largely routine oversight and planning.
- 2024 Budget - Level 3 report
- Resolution to authorize 2023 Q3 budget amendment
- Discussion: Revenue and Expense Status
- Discussion: Pension Liability
- Discussion: Capital Improvement Plan Update
Courts, Public Safety, and Infrastructure Development Committee
The committee is considering several resolutions regarding county operations. Items include approving a backup magistrate, accepting various state and MDOC grants, and authorizing facility projects for the County Clerk and Livingston County Court.
- Renovation of the County Clerk Vital Records Office
- Additional funds for the 2022 Judicial Switch Gear Capital Improvement Project
- Appointment of Emily Kocienski as back-up magistrate for the 53rd District Court
- Acceptance of MDHSS Raise the Age (RTA) Grant for FY 2024
- Acceptance of SCAO and MDOC grant awards for FY 2024
Board of Commissioners
The Livingston County Board of Commissioners will consider several resolutions, including authorizing borrowing for the Orchard Park Intercounty Drain bonds, approving a video wall for 911 dispatch, and appointing members to various boards. The agenda also includes correspondence from other counties opposing state preemption of local solar and wind control, and routine approvals of minutes and payables.
- Resolution 2023-09-165: Pledge full faith and credit for Orchard Park Intercounty Drain Bonds, Series 2023
- Resolution 2023-09-167: Authorize buildout and purchase of video wall system for 911 Central Dispatch
- Resolution 2023-10-172: Approve 2023 Apportionment Report
- Resolution 2023-10-174: Approve Avfuel Corporation as fuel supplier for Spencer J. Hardy Airport
- Correspondence: Resolutions from 7 counties opposing preemption of local control for solar and wind developments
County Administrator Search Committee
The Livingston County Administrator Search Committee is meeting to review applicants for the county administrator position. The committee received 68 applications and will select candidates to move forward, with some discussion in closed session for confidentiality. They will also discuss the interview process and schedule the next meeting.
- Review of 68 applicants for county administrator position
- Select candidates to move forward in the hiring process
- Closed session for confidential applicant review (MCL 15.268(f))
- Discussion of candidate presentation and interview process
- Approval of September 18, 2023 meeting minutes
Personnel Committee
The Livingston County Personnel Committee is meeting to consider resolutions approving appointments to the Livingston County Health Advisory Committee, the Planning Commission, and the Human Services Collaborative Body. The agenda also includes a closed session for a union negotiations update, permitted under state law. Most items are routine approvals of minutes, agenda, and public comment.
- Resolution establishing the Livingston County Health Advisory Committee
- Resolution approving appointments to the Livingston County Planning Commission
- Resolution approving appointments to the Human Services Collaborative Body
- Closed session: Union Negotiations Update (MCL 15.268(c))
- Approval of September 5, 2023 meeting minutes
General Government and Health and Human Services Committee
The General Government and Health and Human Services Committee will consider a resolution to approve Avfuel Corporation as the fuel supplier for the Livingston County Spencer J. Hardy Airport. The meeting includes routine items like minutes approval and public comment.
- Resolution to approve Avfuel Corporation as fuel supplier for Livingston County Spencer J. Hardy Airport
Board of Commissioners Work Session
The Livingston County Board of Commissioners is holding a work session to hear budget presentations and annual reports from nine county departments, including Building, Equalization, Human Resources, Courts, Treasurer, Planning, Fiscal Services, Airport, and County Clerk. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the session is for discussion only.
- Budget presentations from Building Department, Equalization, Human Resources, Courts, Treasurer, Planning, Fiscal Services, Airport, and County Clerk
- Work session runs 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM at 304 E. Grand River, Howell MI
Board of Commissioners
The Livingston County Board of Commissioners will consider several resolutions, including distributing ARPA funds to Brighton Area Schools for a JROTC program, pledging credit for Orchard Park Intercounty Drain bonds, and renovating the Fowlerville EMS substation. They will also vote on contracts for a 911 dispatch video wall, a Cellebrite software amendment, a fiber project, and an early voting grant application. The agenda includes routine items like minutes approval and public comment periods.
- Resolution 2023-09-164: Authorize ARPA funding to Brighton Area Schools for a JROTC program at Brighton High School
- Resolution 2023-09-165: Pledge full faith and credit for Orchard Park Intercounty Drain Bonds, Series 2023
- Resolution 2023-09-167: Authorize buildout and purchase/installation/maintenance of a video wall system for 911 Central Dispatch
- Resolution 2023-09-171: Authorize renovation of the Fowlerville EMS substation
- Resolution 2023-20: Oppose state legislation preempting local control for solar and wind developments
Veteran Services Committee
The agenda for the Livingston County Veteran Services Committee meeting on September 20, 2023, contains only procedural boilerplate and no substantive items for decision or discussion.
Board of Commissioners Work Session
The Livingston County Board of Commissioners is holding a work session to hear budget presentations and annual reports from eight county departments, including IT, Facility Services, Prosecutor, Administration, Public Defender, Health Department, Central Dispatch, and Veteran Services. The meeting is a discussion session, not a voting meeting, and includes two public comment periods.
- Budget presentations from IT, Facility Services, Prosecutor, Administration/BOC/MSU-E, Public Defender, Health Department, Central Dispatch, and Veteran Services
- Acting County Administrator Cindy Arbanas to introduce the session
- Two public comment periods scheduled
Courts, Public Safety, and Infrastructure Development Committee
The Courts, Public Safety, and Infrastructure Development Committee will consider two resolutions: one authorizing a Cooperative Reimbursement Grant agreement with MDHHS for the Prosecutor's Family Support Division, and another authorizing the buildout and purchase of a video wall system for 911 Central Dispatch. The meeting also includes routine items like minutes approval and public comment.
- Resolution authorizing FY 2024-2028 Cooperative Reimbursement Grant agreement with MDHHS for Prosecutor's Family Support Division
- Resolution authorizing buildout of West Wall of 911 Central Dispatch and purchase, installation, and maintenance contract for a video wall system
- Approval of August 21, 2023 meeting minutes
- Call to the Public
County Administrator Search Committee
The Livingston County Administrator Search Committee is meeting to review credentials and applicants for the county administrator position, with a possible closed session under MCL 15.268(f). The agenda includes routine items like approving minutes and a call to the public, plus discussion with Hiring Solutions.
- Review credentials and applicants for county administrator
- Possible closed session under MCL 15.268(f)
- Approval of August 23, 2023 meeting minutes
- Discussion with Hiring Solutions on applicant review
Finance and Asset Management Committee
The Finance and Asset Management Committee is meeting to discuss revenue/expense status, pension liability, capital improvement plan, ARPA, and strategic plan updates. It will consider five resolutions: ARPA funding for the Oxford Kids Foundation, Brighton Area Schools JROTC, professional services for a fiber project, an amendment for a Cellebrite subscription, and pledging credit for Orchard Park Intercounty Drain Bonds.
- Resolution authorizing ARPA funding to Oxford Kids Foundation
- Resolution authorizing ARPA funding to Brighton Area Schools for JROTC program at Brighton High School
- Resolution authorizing funding for professional services for Livingston County Public Safety, Educational, Municipal, Open Access Fiber Project
- Resolution amending Resolution 2023-05-088 for purchase of Cellebrite Premium (3-year subscription, $16.5K)
- Resolution pledging full faith and credit for Orchard Park Intercounty Drain Bonds, Series 2023
Board of Commissioners Work Session
The Livingston County Board of Commissioners is holding a work session to receive annual reports and budget presentations from several county departments, including the Sheriff, LETS/Carpool, Emergency Management, Drain Commissioner, EMS/Medical Examiner, Register of Deeds, and Animal Shelter. The meeting includes public comment periods and is led by Acting County Administrator Cindy Arbanas. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.
- Annual report and budget presentation from Sheriff
- Annual report and budget presentation from LETS/Carpool
- Annual report and budget presentation from Emergency Management
- Annual report and budget presentation from Drain Commissioner
- Annual report and budget presentation from EMS/Medical Examiner, Register of Deeds, and Animal Shelter
Board of Commissioners
The Livingston County Board of Commissioners will consider several resolutions, including retaining 2024 benefit plans for non-union employees and officials, establishing a county parks donation fund, and authorizing grant agreements for veteran services and environmental health. They will also discuss a resolution limiting county health department emergency measures during a pandemic. The agenda includes routine items like minutes approval and accounts payable reports.
- Resolution to retain 2024 benefit plans for non-union employees, elected officials, commissioners, and judges
- Resolution authorizing County Treasurer to establish County Parks Donation Fund 209
- Resolution authorizing agreement with Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency for FY2024 veteran services funding
- Resolution authorizing grant agreement with Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy for environmental health services
- Resolution to apply for CDC Public Health Infrastructure Grant through Michigan Department of Health and Human Resources
The Board of Commissioners adopted a resolution to limit state and local government emergency measures from the health department regarding pandemics. They also approved several grant applications and benefit plans for the 2024 fiscal year.
- Approved limitations on health department pandemic emergency measures (8-0-1)
- Retained 2024 benefit plans for non-union employees, elected officials, commissioners, and judges (8-0-1)
- Authorized County Treasurer to establish County Parks Donation Fund 209 (8-0-1)
- Approved agreement with Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency for FY 2024 operations (8-0-1)
- Authorized grant agreement with Michigan Dept of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy for environmental health services (8-0-1)
- Approved application for CDC Public Health Infrastructure Grant Program (8-0-1)
- Approved claims and payables reports dated September 11 and August 19-31, 2023 (8-0-1)
Election Commission
This agenda for the Livingston County Election Commission meeting on September 8, 2023, contains only procedural boilerplate and embedded content placeholders. No specific decisions, discussions, or action items are listed in the provided text.
The Commission approved the candidate list, ballots, and printing for the November 7, 2023 City General - Special Election. It also authorized precinct consolidations, including those for Tyrone Township.
- Appointed Prosecutor David Reader to serve in the absence of a member (3-0-1)
- Approved June 2, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0-1)
- Accepted November 7, 2023 City General - Special Election Official Candidate List (3-0-1)
- Approved Resolution 2023-09-02 for precinct consolidation for Nov. 7 election (3-0-1)
- Added Tyrone Township precinct consolidations to Resolution 2023-09-02 (3-0-1)
- Approved November 7, 2023 City General - Special Election Ballots (3-0-1)
- Authorized County Clerk to sign the Ballot Proof Acceptance form (3-0-1)
- Authorized printing of November 7, 2023 City General - Special Election Ballots (3-0-1)
Personnel Committee
The Livingston County Personnel Committee is meeting to consider a resolution to retain benefit plans for non-union employees, elected officials, commissioners, and judges for the 2024 fiscal year. The agenda also includes routine items such as approval of minutes, public comment, and reports. No other substantive actions are listed.
- Resolution to Retain the Non-Union Employees, Elected Officials, Commissioners, and Judges Benefit Plans for 2024 Fiscal Year
- Attachments include BCBSM business case and PA 152 calculations
The Personnel Committee approved the retention of benefit plans for the 2024 fiscal year. These plans cover non-union employees, elected officials, commissioners, and judges.
- Approved resolution to retain 2024 benefit plans for non-union employees, elected officials, commissioners, and judges (3-0)
- Approved meeting agenda (3-0)
- Approved August 07, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)
General Government and Health and Human Services Committee
The General Government and Health and Human Services Committee will consider four resolutions: creating a county parks donation fund, accepting a state grant for veterans services, authorizing an environmental health grant agreement with EGLE, and applying for a CDC public health infrastructure grant. The meeting includes routine items like minutes approval and public comment.
- Resolution to establish County Parks Donation Fund (Treasurer Jennifer Nash)
- Resolution authorizing agreement with Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency for FY2024 veteran services
- Resolution authorizing grant agreement with EGLE for environmental health services
- Resolution to apply for CDC Public Health Infrastructure Grant through MDHHS
The committee approved the establishment of the County Parks Donation Fund 209. It also authorized agreements for veteran services and environmental health services, and approved an application for a CDC public health infrastructure grant.
- Approved establishment of County Parks Donation Fund 209, including budget amendments (3-0)
- Approved agreement with Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency for FY 2024 operations (3-0)
- Approved grant agreement with Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy for environmental health services (3-0)
- Approved application for CDC Public Health Infrastructure Grant Program (3-0)
- Approved August 7, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)
Board of Commissioners
The Livingston County Board of Commissioners will consider several resolutions, including changing the 2023 Veterans Millage, authorizing grants and contracts for the Sheriff's Office, EMS, public defender services, and juvenile court programs, and approving drain projects. The agenda also includes routine items like employee recognition, approval of minutes, and accounts payable reports.
- Resolution to change the 2023 Veterans Millage
- Resolution authorizing Sheriff's Office to apply for FY2024 Secondary Road Patrol grant
- Resolution accepting EMS Workforce Diversified 2024 grant
- Resolution authorizing contract with LACASA for CASA services
- Resolution to exceed $10,000 annual maintenance limit for Portage and Baseline Lake Dam
The Board of Commissioners approved several grants and contracts for public safety and health services. They authorized funding for dam and drain projects and accepted state health funding with specific restrictions on vaccine and mask mandates.
- Approved $400,000 for Portage and Baseline Lake Dam repairs (9-0)
- Accepted MDHHS funding for emerging threats with restrictions on vaccine/mask mandates (8-1)
- Approved 2023 Veterans Millage change (9-0)
- Authorized Sheriff's Office grant for Secondary Road Patrol and Traffic Accident Prevention (9-0)
- Authorized EMS grant from State of Michigan Bureau of Emergency Preparedness (9-0)
- Approved contract for LACASA Court Appointed Special Advocate services (9-0)
- Authorized creation of a full-time Administrative Aide position for Public Defender (9-0)
- Approved ARPA funding for Marion No. 3 and Livingston No. 22 Drain projects (9-0)
County Administrator Search Committee
This agenda contains only boilerplate and no substantive items. The meeting is for the Livingston County Administrator Search Committee, but no decisions, discussions, or specific agenda items are listed.
The committee reviewed the recruiting process and candidate ranking system provided by Hiring Solutions. Members discussed desired credentials for the new hire and reviewed feedback regarding the complexities of county government.
- Approved meeting agenda (4-0)
- Reviewed candidate tracking and ranking system provided by Hiring Solutions
- Discussed position qualities including approachability, decisiveness, and time management
- Adjourned meeting at 2:38 p.m. (4-0)
Retirement Plan Advisory Committee
The Livingston County Retirement Plan Advisory Committee is meeting to review the CAPTRUST quarterly report for Q2 2023, including market commentary and investment performance, and to discuss the Investment Policy Statement, plan expenses, and the Nationwide Plan Health Report. They will also approve minutes from the June 21, 2023 meeting and set the next meeting date.
- Review of CAPTRUST Q2 2023 quarterly report
- Investment Policy Statement review
- Plan expenses review
- Nationwide Plan Health Report review
- Approval of June 21, 2023 meeting minutes
The committee reviewed the Q2 2023 investment report and plan expenses, noting no recommended fund manager changes or Investment Policy Statement adjustments. Members discussed the potential addition of a money market account to better align with interest rate changes.
- Approved June 21, 2023 meeting minutes (7-0-1)
- Approved meeting agenda (7-0-1)
Courts, Public Safety, and Infrastructure Development Committee
The Courts, Public Safety, and Infrastructure Development Committee will consider several resolutions, including grant applications, contract awards, and an authorization to exceed a maintenance limit for dam repairs. The meeting is a regular business session with public comment and approval of prior minutes.
- Resolution authorizing application for FY24 Secondary Road Patrol and Traffic Accident Prevention Program grant from Michigan OHSP
- Resolution authorizing contract award to LACASA for Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) services
- Resolution authorizing FY2024 MOU and cash matching for Behavioral Health Managed Care Services (Wraparound)
- Resolution authorizing FY2024 felony public defender contracts
- Resolution authorizing creation of full-time administrative aide position in Public Defender office
The Committee reviewed and recommended six resolutions for Board of Commissioners approval. These resolutions concerned the Sheriff, Juvenile Court, Public Defender, and Drain Commissioner. All recommendations passed with unanimous 4-0 votes.
- Approved July 24, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
- Recommended Sheriff resolution to Board of Commissioners (4-0)
- Recommended first Juvenile Court resolution to Board of Commissioners (4-0)
- Recommended second Juvenile Court resolution to Board of Commissioners (4-0)
- Recommended first Public Defender resolution to Board of Commissioners (4-0)
- Recommended second Public Defender resolution to Board of Commissioners (4-0)
- Recommended Drain Commissioner resolution to Board of Commissioners (4-0)
Finance and Asset Management Committee
The Finance and Asset Management Committee will discuss revenue, pension liability, capital improvements, ARPA funds, and the strategic plan. They will also consider resolutions on the 2023 Veterans Millage, accepting a state EMS workforce grant, funding improvements to two drain projects with ARPA money, reallocating ARPA funds for employee inflation payments, and making an additional MERS pension contribution.
- Resolution to change the 2023 Veterans Millage
- Resolution to accept State of Michigan EMS Workforce Grant RFP-EMSWD-2024
- Resolution authorizing improvements to Livingston No. 22 Drain using ARPA funds
- Resolution authorizing improvements to Marion No. 3 Drain using ARPA funds
- Resolution to amend Resolution 2022-12-203 to fund employee inflation payments from $10,000,000 ARPA revenue loss allocation
The committee recommended several resolutions to the Board of Commissioners, including funding for drain projects and employee inflation assistance using ARPA funds. A resolution for an additional MERS contribution was denied. The committee also recommended a change to the 2023 Veterans Millage.
- Recommended changing the 2023 Veterans Millage (9-0)
- Recommended accepting State of Michigan EMS Grant RFP-EMSWD-2024 (9-0)
- Recommended ARPA funding for Livingston No. 22 Drain Project (9-0)
- Recommended ARPA funding for Marion No. 3 Drain Project (9-0)
- Recommended changing funding for employee inflation payments to ARPA funds (9-0)
- Denied additional contribution to MERS in Fiscal Year 2023 (4-5)
- Denied motion to add Reaching Higher ARPA request to agenda (4-5)
Veteran Services Committee
This agenda for the Livingston County Veteran Services Committee meeting on 2023-08-16 contains only procedural boilerplate and embedded content placeholders. No specific decisions, proposals, or discussion items are listed.
The committee approved an increase to the LCVS food voucher amount and expanded the types of products covered. Members also discussed the FY24 budget and the Gleaners Program.
- Approved increase of LCVS food voucher up to $200, with an additional $50 per minor child not exceeding $400, and the addition of incontinence and paper products (5-0)
- Approved agenda and July 19 minutes (5-0)
Board of Commissioners
The Livingston County Board of Commissioners will consider several resolutions, including appointing an acting financial officer, purchasing a replacement vehicle hoist and a veterans services van, increasing the county vehicle fleet, and accepting state funding for health department programs. The board will also set a process for filling the county administrator vacancy and appoint representatives for court-ordered mediation.
- Resolution 2023-08-137 appointing Hilery Spicer as Acting Financial Officer
- Resolution 2023-08-138 authorizing purchase and installation of a replacement vehicle hoist at the Transportation Complex
- Resolution 2023-08-139 authorizing purchase of one replacement van for Veterans Services for FY 2024
- Resolution 2023-08-142 accepting MDHHS funding for emerging threats response (Oct 1, 2023 – Sep 30, 2024)
- Resolution 2023-08-145 authorizing process for filling County Administrator vacancy
The Board of Commissioners approved a process to fill the County Administrator vacancy, including the addition of County Treasurer Jennifer Nash to the process. The Board also authorized several vehicle purchases and leases and approved health service grants.
- Approved process for filling County Administrator vacancy (9-0)
- Appointed Hilery Spicer as Acting Financial Officer for County Administration (9-0)
- Authorized purchase of replacement vehicle hoist at Transportation Complex (9-0)
- Authorized purchase of one replacement van for Veterans Services (9-0)
- Authorized increase in total vehicles for Jail and Emergency Management (7-2)
- Approved amended FY 2024 vehicle leases through Enterprise Fleet Management (9-0)
- Authorized agreement for Comprehensive Health Services Grant (9-0)
- Tabled MDHHS funding for Health Department emerging threats response (9-0)
Board of Canvassers
This agenda for the Livingston County Board of Canvassers meeting on August 9, 2023, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussions. The document is essentially empty of substantive content.
The Board of Canvassers certified the official results of the August 8, 2023 Special Election. The canvass included Conway Township Precinct 1, where 2 ballots were cast. The Board also certified new ballot containers and bags.
- Approved meeting agenda (4-0)
- Approved May 4, 2023 meeting minutes as corrected (4-0)
- Certified Official Results of the August 8, 2023 Special Election (4-0)
- Certified 8 ballot containers and 27 ballot bags
General Government and Health and Human Services Committee
The General Government and Health and Human Services Committee will meet to consider several resolutions, including agreements with the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services for comprehensive health services and emerging threats grants, as well as vehicle-related purchases and fleet adjustments. The meeting is hybrid, with public comment allowed.
- Resolution to authorize agreement with MDHHS for Comprehensive Health Services Grant (Oct 1, 2023 – Sep 30, 2024)
- Resolution to accept MDHHS funding for Emerging Threats Grant (Oct 1, 2023 – Sep 30, 2024)
- Resolution to purchase and install a replacement vehicle hoist at the Transportation Complex
- Resolution to purchase one replacement van for Veterans Services for FY 2024
- Resolution to increase authorized vehicles for Jail and Emergency Management in FY 2024
The General Government and Health and Human Services Committee recommended six resolutions to the Board of Commissioners. These included health department grants and several vehicle-related purchases and leases. All motions passed with 4-0 votes.
- Recommended agreement for Comprehensive Health Services Grant (4-0)
- Recommended MDHHS funding for response to emerging threats (4-0)
- Recommended purchase and installation of replacement vehicle hoist at Transportation Complex (4-0)
- Recommended purchase of one replacement van for Veterans Services Department for FY 2024 (4-0)
- Recommended increase in total authorized vehicles for Jail and Emergency Management in FY 2024 (4-0)
- Recommended FY 2024 vehicle leases through Enterprise Fleet Management (4-0)
- Approved July 10, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
Personnel Committee
The Livingston County Personnel Committee is meeting to consider several personnel-related resolutions, including the process for filling the county administrator vacancy, a staff reclassification, an acting finance officer appointment, and delegate certification for a retirement conference. The agenda also includes routine items like minutes approval and public comment.
- Resolution authorizing the process for filling the County Administrator vacancy
- Reclassification of one Administrative Specialist to Office Coordinator in the Prosecutor's Office
- Appointment of Hilery DeHate Spicer as Acting Financial Officer
- Certification of delegates to the 2023 Municipal Employees' Retirement System Annual Conference
- Appointment of board representatives for court-ordered mediation in Case No. 23-31864-CK
The committee approved a process for the County Administrator search and recommended several appointments and certifications to the Board of Commissioners. They also approved a position reclassification for the Prosecutor's office.
- Approved amended resolution for County Administrator vacancy search process (4-0)
- Approved reclassification of one Administrative Specialist position to Office Coordinator for the Prosecutor (4-0)
- Recommended appointment of Hilery Spicer as Acting Financial Officer to the Board of Commissioners (4-0)
- Recommended certification of delegates to the 2023 Municipal Employees’ Retirement System Annual Retirement Conference (4-0)
- Recommended appointment of Jay Drick, Wes Nakagiri, Roger Deaton, and alternate Doug Helzerman for court mandated mediation Case No. 23-31864-CK (4-0)
- Approved July 10, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
Board of Commissioners
The Livingston County Board of Commissioners will consider multiple resolutions, including authorizing $5,000,000 in county government projects charged against the county's ARPA revenue loss allocation, approving the FY 2024 Child Care Fund budget, accepting a state grant for juvenile court legal representation, adopting the updated Emergency Action Plan, and approving several other grants and budget amendments. The agenda also includes a FOIA appeal and approval of prior meeting minutes.
- Resolution 2023-07-134: Authorize $5,000,000 in county projects using ARPA funds
- Resolution 2023-07-126: Submit FY 2024 Child Care Fund budget to State of Michigan
- Resolution 2023-07-127: Accept MDHHS Child and Parent Legal Representation grant for FY 2024
- Resolution 2023-07-128: Adopt updated Livingston County Emergency Action Plan
- Resolution 2023-07-131: Second quarter budget amendment for FY 2023
The Board of Commissioners approved several grant acceptances and budget amendments. Key actions included allocating $5 million in ARPA funds for government projects and upholding FOIA fees for an appellant.
- Upheld FOIA fees for appellant Casey Janis (8-0-1-0)
- Approved FY 2024 Child Care Fund Budget for Juvenile Court (9-0-0)
- Authorized Juvenile Court to accept CPLR Grant for FY 2024 (9-0-0)
- Adopted updated Emergency Action Plan and Hazardous Materials Grant agreement (9-0-0)
- Approved Second Quarter Budget Amendment to FY 2023 Budget (9-0-0)
- Filed the 2024-2029 Capital Improvement Plan (9-0-0)
- Authorized ARPA funding for Senior Centers Marketing Program (9-0-0)
- Authorized $5 million for county government projects from ARPA revenue loss allocation (9-0-0)
Retiree Health Care Board of Trustees
The Retiree Health Care Plan Board of Trustees is meeting to approve prior minutes, review the 2023 Q2 finance report, and schedule the next meeting. The agenda is largely procedural with no major policy decisions listed.
- Approval of April 25, 2023 meeting minutes
- Review of 2023 Q2 Finance Report
- Scheduling of next meeting
The Board approved the April 25, 2023 meeting minutes and the meeting agenda. Members reviewed the 2023 Q2 Finance Report and discussed options for investing $5 million, including the use of a special investment trust under PA 314.
- Approved April 25, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0-0)
- Approved meeting agenda (5-0-0)
Courts, Public Safety, and Infrastructure Development Committee
The Livingston County Courts, Public Safety, and Infrastructure Development Committee is meeting to consider five resolutions: submitting the FY 2024 Child Care Fund budget to the state, accepting a state grant for child and parent legal representation, adopting an updated Emergency Action Plan, approving a hazardous materials preparedness grant award, and accepting the FY 2024 Emergency Management Performance Grant. The meeting also includes routine items like approving minutes and public comment.
- Resolution authorizing submission of FY 2024 Child Care Fund budget to State of Michigan
- Resolution accepting FY 2024 Child and Parent Legal Representation (CPLR) grant from Michigan DHHS
- Resolution to adopt updated Livingston County Emergency Action Plan
- Resolution approving FY 2022-2023 Hazardous Materials Emergency Preparedness (HMEP) grant award agreement
- Resolution authorizing acceptance of FY 2024 Emergency Management Performance Grant
The committee voted to recommend several resolutions to the Board of Commissioners regarding juvenile court funding and emergency management. These include the FY 2024 Child Care Fund Budget and an updated Emergency Action Plan. All recommended motions passed with 4-0 votes.
- Recommended submission of FY 2024 Child Care Fund Budget to the State of Michigan (4-0)
- Recommended acceptance of FY 2024 Child and Parent Legal Representation Grant (4-0)
- Recommended adoption of updated Livingston County Emergency Action Plan (4-0)
- Recommended approval of FY 2022-2023 Hazardous Materials Emergency Preparedness Grant Program Award Agreement (4-0)
- Recommended acceptance and signing of FY 2024 Emergency Management Performance Grant (4-0)
- Approved June 19, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
Finance and Asset Management Committee
The Finance and Asset Management Committee recommended several resolutions to the Board of Commissioners, including a second quarter budget amendment and the 2024-2029 Capital Improvement Plan. The committee also recommended allocating $5 million in ARPA revenue loss funds for government projects. A resolution regarding additional MERS contributions was postponed for further research.
- Recommended second quarter FY2023 budget amendment (9-0-0)
- Recommended 2024-2029 Capital Improvement Plan for Board filing (9-0-0)
- Recommended ARPA funding for Senior Centers Marketing Program (9-0-0)
- Recommended $5,000,000 in ARPA revenue loss funding for county projects (9-0-0)
- Postponed resolution for additional MERS contribution to research options (8-1-0)
- Recommended approval of Deficit Elimination Plan (9-0-0)
- Recommended establishing Federal Grant Fund (234) and State and Other Grants Fund (235) (9-0-0)
Veteran Services Committee
This agenda for the Livingston County Veteran Services Committee meeting on July 19, 2023, contains only boilerplate interface text and no substantive agenda items. There are no listed decisions, discussions, or attachments.
The committee approved the proposed fiscal year 2024 budget and granted one application for housing relief. Members also discussed the backpack giveaway, the gleaners program, and millage.
- Approved agenda (5-0)
- Approved application C25980-VAP1 for $4,655.77 in housing relief (4-1)
- Authorized fiscal year 2024 budget as proposed (5-1)
Board of Commissioners Work Session
The Livingston County Board of Commissioners is holding a work session to discuss the county's strategic plan. The agenda includes public comment periods and approval of the agenda, but the main item is the strategic plan discussion. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.
- Strategic plan discussion
- Call to the public (two periods)
- Approval of agenda
The Board of Commissioners accepted the resignation of County Administrator Nathan Burd. The Board appointed Cindy Arbanas as Acting County Administrator and authorized contacting Hiring Solutions, LLC for a search proposal.
- Accepted resignation of County Administrator Nathan Burd with final day September 1 (8-0-1)
- Authorized contacting Hiring Solutions, LLC for a proposal to search for a new County Administrator (8-0-1)
- Appointed Cindy Arbanas as Acting County Administrator effective September 2 (8-0-1)
Board of Commissioners
The Livingston County Board of Commissioners will consider several resolutions, including adding four paramedic positions, replacing the historic courthouse elevator, and approving a contract with Otis Elevator Company. They will also vote on staffing changes for the Register of Deeds and multiple health department grant applications. The agenda includes routine items like minutes approval and public comment periods.
- Resolution 2023-07-122: Add 4 FTE paramedics for Emergency Medical Services (roll call vote)
- Resolution 2023-07-120: Replace Historic Courthouse elevator (roll call vote)
- Resolution 2023-07-119: Authorize agreement with Otis Elevator Company for replacement, maintenance, and repair services
- Resolution 2023-07-118: Change positions for Register of Deeds staff (roll call vote)
- Resolution 2023-07-116: Approve FY 2024 Annual Implementation Plan of the Area Agency on Aging – 1B
The Board approved the FY 2024 Annual Implementation Plan for the Area Agency on Aging with an amendment objecting to DEI training and funding. Other actions included approving EMS staffing increases and courthouse elevator replacement.
- Approved FY 2024 Area Agency on Aging Implementation Plan with amendment objecting to DEI training and funding (9-0-0)
- Authorized retirement benefits agreement for reemployed Sheriff retirees (9-0-0)
- Approved position changes for Register of Deeds staff (8-1-0)
- Approved agreement with Otis Elevator Company for maintenance and repair (9-0-0)
- Authorized replacement of the Historic Courthouse elevator (9-0-0)
- Approved letter of understanding regarding paramedic licensing (9-0-0)
- Authorized addition of 4 FTEs for Emergency Medical Services (9-0-0)
- Approved three funding applications for the Health Department (9-0-0)
General Government and Health and Human Services Committee
The General Government and Health and Human Services Committee will consider several resolutions, including adding four full-time paramedic positions, replacing the historic courthouse elevator, and applying for state health grants. The meeting also includes routine items like approving minutes and a call to the public.
- Resolution to add 4 FTE paramedics in Emergency Medical Services
- Resolution authorizing replacement of the Historic Courthouse elevator
- Resolution for an agreement with Otis Elevator Company for elevator services
- Resolution to apply for MDHHS Emerging Threats Grant (Oct 2023–Sep 2024)
- Resolution to apply for Medical Reserve Corps and Comprehensive Health Services funding
The General Government and Health and Human Services Committee approved several resolutions including the addition of four EMS full-time positions and a contract with Otis Elevator Company. The committee also authorized three funding applications for the Health Department and the FY 2024 plan for the Area Agency on Aging.
- Approved FY 2024 Annual Implementation Plan of the Area Agency on Aging – 1B (4-0)
- Authorized the addition of 4 FTEs for Emergency Medical Services (4-0)
- Authorized change in positions for certain Register of Deeds staff (4-0)
- Approved agreement with Otis Elevator Company for replacement, maintenance, and repair services (4-0)
- Authorized replacement of the Historic Courthouse Elevator (4-0)
- Approved application for MDHHS funding for response to emerging threats (4-0)
- Approved application for MDHHS funding for Medical Reserve Corps (4-0)
- Authorized application for Delivery of Comprehensive Health Services funding (4-0)
Personnel Committee
The Livingston County Personnel Committee is meeting to consider four resolutions: a letter of agreement on retirement benefits for reemployed sheriff retirees, a letter of understanding on paramedic licensing for EMS, a new paralegal position for the Public Defender, and reclassification of two senior deputy registers of deeds. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and public comment.
- Resolution authorizing Board Chair to sign Letter of Agreement on retirement benefits for reemployed sheriff retirees
- Resolution authorizing Board Chair to sign Letter of Understanding on paramedic licensing for EMS
- Resolution approving job review for new paralegal position in Public Defender's office
- Resolution approving reclassification of two Senior Deputy Register of Deeds to Lead Senior Deputy Register of Deeds
The committee approved a job review for a new paralegal position and the reclassification of two Register of Deeds roles. It also recommended that the Board of Commissioners authorize agreements regarding Sheriff retirement benefits and EMS paramedic licensing.
- Recommended resolution for Sheriff retirement benefits agreement to Board of Commissioners (4-0)
- Recommended resolution for EMS paramedic licensing letter of understanding to Board of Commissioners (4-0)
- Approved job review for a new paralegal position (4-0)
- Approved reclassification of two Senior Deputy Register of Deeds to Lead Senior Deputy Register of Deeds (3-1)
Board of Commissioners
The Livingston County Board of Commissioners will consider 14 resolutions, including accepting the 2022 financial audit, authorizing grant applications, creating new positions, and approving a boiler replacement contract. The board will also hear public comment and approve minutes from the June 12 meeting.
- Resolution 2023-06-102: Accept 2022 Livingston County Financial Audit
- Resolution 2023-06-104: Contract with 2 Your Door Cleaning, LLC for uniform-cleaning services
- Resolution 2023-06-106: Create five new positions in Public Defender's Office
- Resolution 2023-06-114: Purchase and install boiler systems (multiple county buildings)
- Resolution 2023-06-115: Approve ARPA funding for Howell Masonic Lodge EXPO 2020 project
The Board of Commissioners accepted the 2022 financial audit and approved several grant applications for emergency management, health services, and the juvenile court. They also authorized new staffing positions for the Public Defender's office and the Sheriff's office.
- Accepted 2022 Livingston County Financial Audit (8-0-1)
- Approved participation in FY 2022 Homeland Security Grant Program (8-0-1)
- Approved uniform-cleaning services contract with 2 Your Door Cleaning, LLC (8-0-1)
- Authorized creation of five positions in the Public Defender’s Office (8-0-1)
- Approved increasing Data Analyst position from part-time to full-time (8-0-1)
- Authorized 911 Central Dispatch to study providing services for City of Ann Arbor (8-0-1)
- Approved purchase and installation of boiler systems via William E. Walter, INC. (8-0-1)
- Approved ARPA funding for Family Emergency Readiness EXPO 2020 Project (6-1-1-1)
Veteran Services Committee
This agenda for the Livingston County Veteran Services Committee meeting on June 21, 2023, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussion topics. The document appears to be a system-generated placeholder with no substantive content.
The committee approved the millage rate for the 2024 budget and denied one application for vehicle repair assistance. The meeting also included reports on a backpack giveaway and the Gleaners program.
- Approved .0770 mills rate for fiscal year 2024 budget (5-0)
- Denied $2,971.00 vehicle repair assistance request C2450-VAP1 (5-0)
- Approved agenda with amendment to Gleaners Partnership minutes (4-0)
Retirement Plan Advisory Committee
The Livingston County Retirement Plan Advisory Committee is meeting to review the county's deferred compensation plan, including quarterly reports from CAPTRUST and a plan health report from Nationwide. The committee will also approve minutes from the February 28, 2023 meeting and set the next meeting date. This is a routine administrative meeting focused on investment oversight.
- Review of CAPTRUST quarterly report and Q1 2023 investment report
- Nationwide plan health report review
- Approval of February 28, 2023 meeting minutes
- Next meeting scheduled for August 15, 2023 at 1:30 p.m.
The committee approved the February 28, 2023, meeting minutes and the meeting agenda. Members reviewed quarterly investment reports and plan health data from CAPTRUST and Nationwide. No new policies were voted on during the session.
- Approved February 28, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0-3)
- Approved meeting agenda (4-0-3)
Finance and Asset Management Committee
The Finance and Asset Management Committee will discuss revenue, expenses, pension liability, capital improvements, ARPA funds, and strategic plan updates. They will consider resolutions to authorize boiler system purchases and installations, and to distribute ARPA funding for the Family Emergency Readiness EXPO 2020 project. A closed session is scheduled to discuss a written legal opinion.
- Resolution authorizing purchase and installation of boiler systems (multiple county facilities)
- Resolution authorizing ARPA funding distribution for Family Emergency Readiness EXPO 2020 project
- Discussion of revenue and expense status
- Discussion of pension liability
- Capital Improvement Plan update
The committee recommended two resolutions to the Board of Commissioners regarding a budget amendment for Fiscal Services and ARPA funding for the Family Emergency Readiness EXPO 2020. Members also reviewed pension liability ratios and capital improvement updates for the jail and elevators.
- Recommended Second Quarter Budget Amendment for Fiscal Year 2023 Budget – Fiscal Services (9-0-0)
- Recommended ARPA funding for Family Emergency Readiness EXPO 2020 Project (7-1-1)
- Approved amendment to reduce EXPO 2020 funding from $4,000 to $3,000 (8-0-1)
- Approved May 15, 2023 meeting minutes (9-0-0)
Courts, Public Safety, and Infrastructure Development Committee
The Courts, Public Safety, and Infrastructure Development Committee will consider several resolutions, including grant applications for homeland security, cooperative reimbursement, crime victim rights, and juvenile court programs. It will also vote on creating five new Public Defender positions, increasing a Sheriff's Data Analyst to full-time, and awarding a uniform-cleaning services contract.
- Resolution to participate in FY 2022 Homeland Security Grant Program
- Resolution to create 5 new Public Defender positions (3 Assistant PDs, 1 PD III, 1 Admin Specialist)
- Resolution to increase Sheriff's Data Analyst from part-time to full-time and eliminate part-time Office Assistant
- Resolution to award uniform-cleaning services contract to 2 Your Door Cleaning, LLC
- Resolutions to apply for FY 2024 grants: Cooperative Reimbursement, Crime Victim Rights, CPLR, and Raise the Age
The committee recommended multiple resolutions to the Board of Commissioners regarding grant applications for emergency management, juvenile court, and the prosecutor's office. It also recommended staffing changes for the Public Defender and Sheriff's office, and authorized a cleaning services contract.
- Recommended participation in FY 2022 Homeland Security Grant Program with amended funding figures (4-0-0)
- Recommended FY 2024-2028 Cooperative Reimbursement Grant for Friend of the Court (4-0-0)
- Recommended FY 2024-2028 Cooperative Reimbursement Grant for Family Support (4-0-0)
- Recommended FY 2024 Crime Victim Rights Grant (4-0-0)
- Recommended creation of four Public Defender positions and one Administrative Specialist (4-0-0)
- Recommended increasing Data Analyst to full-time and eliminating part-time Office Assistant for Sheriff (4-0-0)
- Recommended applying for FY 2024 CPLR and Raise the Age grants for Juvenile Court (4-0-0)
- Recommended multi-department uniform-cleaning contract with 2 Your Door Cleaning, LLC (4-0-0)
Board of Commissioners
The Livingston County Board of Commissioners will vote on the 2023 allocation millage levy and approve the creation of new fiber optic construction and special revenue funds. The board will also authorize a budget amendment to accept a grant from Trinity Health for the Community Paramedic Program and approve a three-year extension of the County Administrator's employment agreement. Additionally, the board will consider resolutions regarding garage door replacements at the Transportation Complex and advances from delinquent tax revolving funds to drainage districts.
- Resolution 2023-06-091: Levy 2023 Allocation Millage – Equalization
- Resolution 2023-06-097: Create Fiber Optic Construction Fund and Special Revenue Fund
- Resolution 2023-06-095: Accept grant from Trinity Health for Community Paramedic Program equipment
- Resolution 2023-06-101: Approve three-year extension of Nathan Burd's employment agreement as County Administrator
- Resolution 2023-06-094: Authorize replacement of two overhead garage doors at the Transportation Complex
The Board of Commissioners approved a three-year employment extension for County Administrator Nathan Burd and levied the 2023 Allocation Millage for equalization. They also established new fiber optic funds and restricted appointed boards from promoting activities outside their mission scope.
- Approved 2023 Allocation Millage – Equalization (9-0-0)
- Approved three-year employment agreement extension for County Administrator Nathan Burd (9-0-0)
- Approved resolution prohibiting appointed boards from promoting events outside their mission scope (8-1-0)
- Authorized creation of Fiber Optic Construction and Fiber Optic Special Revenue funds (9-0-0)
- Approved grant from Trinity Health Ann Arbor and Livingston for Community Paramedic Program equipment (9-0-0)
- Authorized EMS Department to apply for State of Michigan Bureau of Emergency Preparedness grant (9-0-0)
- Authorized hiring and promotion discretion in Veteran Services Department with a two-year sunset (9-0-0)
- Authorized replacement of two overhead garage doors at the Transportation Complex (9-0-0)
Personnel Committee
The Livingston County Personnel Committee met on June 5, 2023, to review resolutions for the Board of Commissioners. The primary substantive item was a proposed three-year extension of the employment agreement for County Administrator Nathan Burd. The committee also considered a resolution to appoint a member to the Livingston County Retirement Plan Advisory Committee (RPAC). The agenda included standard procedural items such as the approval of May 1, 2023 minutes and a call to the public.
- Resolution to approve a three-year extension of the employment agreement with Nathan Burd, County Administrator
- Resolution to approve an appointment to the Livingston County Retirement Plan Advisory Committee (RPAC)
- Approval of meeting minutes dated May 01, 2023
The Personnel Committee recommended three resolutions for the Board of Commissioners, including a contract extension for County Administrator Nathan Burd. The committee also recommended an appointment to the Retirement Plan Advisory Committee and a resolution restricting appointed boards from promoting out-of-scope activities.
- Recommended 3-year employment agreement extension for County Administrator Nathan Burd (4-0)
- Recommended appointment to the Livingston County Retirement Plan Advisory Committee (4-0)
- Recommended resolution prohibiting appointed boards and committees from promoting events outside their mission scope (4-0)
- Approved May 01, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
General Government and Health and Human Services Committee
The General Government and Health and Human Services Committee will meet to consider several resolutions, including replacing garage doors at the transportation complex, hiring flexibility in Veteran Services, applying for and accepting grants for EMS, approving delinquent tax fund advances for drainage districts, and creating new funds for fiber optic construction. The meeting will also include approval of minutes from May 1, 2023, and a call to the public.
- Resolution authorizing replacement of two overhead garage doors at the Transportation Complex (LETS)
- Resolution authorizing hiring and promotion discretion for three positions in Veteran Services
- Resolution authorizing EMS to apply for a State of Michigan EMSWD-2024 grant
- Resolution authorizing acceptance of a Trinity Health grant for Community Paramedic Program equipment
- Resolutions authorizing advances from Delinquent Tax Revolving Funds to Marion Genoa and Marion No. 3 drainage districts
The General Government and Health and Human Services Committee approved several resolutions for recommendation to the Board of Commissioners. These include grant applications for EMS, drainage district funding advances, and the creation of fiber optic funds.
- Recommended replacement of two overhead garage doors at the Transportation Complex (4-0)
- Recommended hiring and promotion discretion for three Veteran Services positions with HR and Veterans Affairs Committee concurrence (4-0)
- Recommended EMS application for State of Michigan Bureau of Emergency Preparedness grant RFP-EMSWD-2024 (4-0)
- Recommended acceptance of Trinity Health Ann Arbor and Livingston grant for Community Paramedic Program equipment (4-0)
- Recommended advance from Delinquent Tax Revolving Funds to Marion and Genoa County Drainage District (4-0)
- Recommended advance from Delinquent Tax Revolving Funds to Marion No. 3 Drainage District (4-0)
- Recommended creation of Fiber Optic Construction Fund and Fiber Optic Special Revenue Fund (4-0)
- Approved May 1, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
Election Commission
This agenda for the Livingston County Election Commission meeting on June 2, 2023, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussions. The document appears to be a system-generated placeholder with no substantive content for residents to review.
The Commission approved the ballots for the August 8, 2023 Special Election and authorized their printing. The County Clerk was authorized to sign the Ballot Proof Acceptance form.
- Appointed Sheriff Mike Murphy to serve in the absence of a member (3-0-1)
- Approved the agenda (3-0-1)
- Approved February 27, 2023 meeting minutes (2-0-1-1)
- Approved August 8, 2023 Special Election Ballots and authorized Clerk to sign Ballot Proof Acceptance form (3-0-1)
- Authorized printing of August 8, 2023 Special Election Ballots (3-0-1)
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners authorized the hiring of John Brennan as legal counsel for a specific court case. The counsel will represent the county and the Department of Public Works at a rate of $330 per hour.
- Approved hiring John Brennan as legal counsel for Case #23-31864-CK at $330/hr (8-0)
Board of Commissioners Work Session
The Board of Commissioners held a work session to review spending and revenue trends for the 2024 budget. A majority of the Board expressed favor for specific funding allocations and a cost-of-living adjustment. No formal votes were taken on budget items during this session.
- Approved the meeting agenda (7-0-2)
- Favored recommending $1 million additional payment to MERS from the General Fund
- Favored recommending $1.5 million contribution to the Capital Fund from the General Fund
- Favored recommending 2.5% COLA
- Adjourned meeting (7-0-2)
Tax Allocation Board
The Board issued a Final Order setting the total allocated millage at 6.4 mills. This allocation is divided between the County, Townships, and the Intermediate School District.
- Approved May 15, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0-0)
- Approved meeting agenda (6-0-0)
- Issued Final Order setting total allocated millage at 6.4 mills (6-0-0): County 5.0 mills, Townships 1.3 mills, and Intermediate School District .1 mill
- Approved May 24, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0-0)
Board of Commissioners
The Livingston County Board of Commissioners will consider ten resolutions (2023-05-081 through 2023-05-090) authorizing the distribution of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds for various county projects, including a family center emergency shelter, HVAC replacements, drain improvements, EMS base renovations and IT upgrades, and sheriff's office equipment and jail upgrades. The board will also hear a FOIA appeal, review correspondence from Alger County, and may enter closed session for a periodic personnel evaluation. Several items require roll call votes.
- Resolution 2023-05-082: Authorize Livingston Family Center Emergency Shelter Project using ARPA funds
- Resolution 2023-05-083: Authorize HVAC equipment and control system replacements for Judicial and Law Center buildings using ARPA funds
- Resolutions 2023-05-084/085: Authorize improvements to Howell No. 5 Drain and Orchard Park Intercounty Drain using ARPA funds
- Resolutions 2023-05-086/087: Authorize Fowlerville EMS Base interior renovation and IT upgrades using ARPA funds
- Resolutions 2023-05-088/089/090: Authorize Sheriff's purchase of Cellebrite Premium, jail intercom upgrade, and jail camera upgrade using ARPA funds
The Board of Commissioners approved several resolutions to distribute American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding for emergency services, jail upgrades, and drain improvements. The Board also voted to affirm FOIA fees following an appeal by a resident.
- Affirmed FOIA fees for two appeals (6-2-1)
- Approved ARPA funding for Livingston Family Center Emergency Shelter Project (9-0-0)
- Approved ARPA funding for HVAC replacements at Judicial and Law Center Buildings (9-0-0)
- Approved ARPA funding for Howell No. 5 Drain and Orchard Park Intercounty Drain improvements (9-0-0)
- Approved ARPA funding for Fowlerville EMS Base interior renovation and IT upgrades (9-0-0)
- Approved ARPA funding for Sheriff's Office Cellebrite Premium Project, jail intercoms, and jail cameras (9-0-0)
- Authorized specialty courts to apply for FY 2024 State Court Administrative Office Grants (9-0-0)
- Approved Claims and Payables reports dated May 22 and April 29-May 12, 2023 (9-0-0)
Veteran Services Committee
This agenda for the Livingston County Veteran Services Committee meeting on May 17, 2023, contains only procedural boilerplate and embedded media placeholders. No specific decisions, discussions, or action items are listed.
The committee approved a sole source contract for office security upgrades and a multi-year partnership with Gleaners Community Food Bank. Three relief applications were processed, resulting in two approvals and one denial. The millage rate authorization for the 2024 budget was tabled.
- Approved $45,000 bulletproofing project with Total Security Solutions, Inc. (5-0)
- Approved Gleaners partnership funding up to $12,500 for FY2023 and $25,000 for FY2024 with a 6-month trial (5-0)
- Approved $6,335 dental implant assistance for application C5535 (5-0)
- Approved $3,588.70 roof repair assistance for application C6108-VAP1 (5-0)
- Denied lease pay-out assistance for application C4417-VAP1 (5-0)
- Tabled LCVS Millage Rate Authorization until 06/21
- Approved agenda (5-0)
Finance and Asset Management Committee
The Finance and Asset Management Committee will discuss revenue, expenses, pension liability, capital improvements, ARPA, and strategic plan updates, and hear a General Fund revenue forecast. It will consider 10 resolutions authorizing ARPA-funded projects, including HVAC replacements, EMS base renovations, drain improvements, sheriff technology upgrades, and a family center emergency shelter.
- Resolution to levy 2023 Allocation Millage
- HVAC equipment and control system replacements for Judicial and Law Center buildings using ARPA funds
- Interior renovation of Fowlerville EMS Base using ARPA funds
- Improvements to Howell No. 5 Drain and Orchard Park Intercounty Drain using ARPA funds
- Purchase of Cellebrite Premium, jail camera upgrade, and jail intercom upgrade using ARPA funds
The Finance and Asset Management Committee recommended several resolutions to the Board of Commissioners, primarily for the distribution of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds. These projects cover HVAC upgrades, EMS base renovations, drain improvements, and jail security enhancements. The committee also recommended the 2023 Allocation Millage.
- Recommended 2023 Allocation Millage (9-0)
- Recommended ARPA funding for Judicial and Law Center HVAC replacements (9-0)
- Recommended ARPA funding for Fowlerville EMS Base interior renovation (9-0)
- Recommended ARPA funding for Fowlerville EMS Base IT upgrades (9-0)
- Recommended ARPA funding for Howell No. 5 Drain improvements (9-0)
- Recommended ARPA funding for Orchard Park Intercounty Drain improvements (9-0)
- Recommended ARPA funding for Sheriff's Cellebrite Premium, jail camera, and intercom projects (9-0)
- Recommended $23,560 in ARPA funding for Livingston Family Center Emergency Shelter Project (9-0)
Courts, Public Safety, and Infrastructure Development Committee
The Livingston County Courts, Public Safety, and Infrastructure Development Committee met on May 15, 2023, to conduct routine procedural items and consider one resolution. The primary action was a vote to authorize the county's specialty courts and programs to apply for State Court Administrative Office grants for Fiscal Year 2024. No other substantive decisions, contracts, or public hearings were listed on the agenda.
- Resolution authorizing Specialty Courts and Programs to apply for State Court Administrative Office Grants for FY 2024
- Approval of meeting minutes from April 17, 2023
The committee recommended a resolution to the Board of Commissioners authorizing Specialty Courts and Programs to apply for FY 2024 State Court Administrative Office grants. The meeting also included the approval of previous minutes and the current agenda.
- Approved April 17, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
- Approved meeting agenda (4-0)
- Recommended resolution to apply for FY 2024 State Court Administrative Office grants (4-0)
Tax Allocation Board
This agenda for the Livingston County Tax Allocation Board meeting on May 15, 2023, contains only procedural boilerplate and no substantive agenda items. The text is entirely made up of system-generated interface labels and placeholders, with no decisions, discussions, or proposals listed.
The Board approved and issued a preliminary order establishing maximum tax rates for the county, townships, and the intermediate school district. These rates serve as a preliminary limit before a final order is issued.
- Approved preliminary maximum rates: County 5.0 mills, Townships 1.3 mills, Intermediate School District .1 mills (6-0-0)
- Approved May 8, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0-0)
- Approved meeting agenda (6-0-0)
Tax Allocation Board
The agenda for the Livingston County Tax Allocation Board meeting on May 8, 2023, contains only boilerplate interface text from the eSCRIBE system, with no actual agenda items listed. No decisions or discussions are specified.
The Livingston County Tax Allocation Board unanimously approved budgets from all local municipalities, including townships, the intermediate school district, and the county. Board members confirmed the budgets were in order and that normal allocations would be sufficient.
- Approved minutes from April 17, 2023 (6-0)
- Approved meeting agenda as presented (6-0)
- Accepted budgets from local municipalities as presented (6-0)
Board of Commissioners
The Livingston County Board of Commissioners will consider four resolutions, including authorizing the distribution of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding to six senior centers and establishing the 2022 delinquent tax fund. The board will also recognize two Veterans Services employees, receive correspondence from other counties, and may enter closed session to discuss a written legal opinion.
- Resolution 2023-04-079: Authorizes ARPA funding distribution to six senior centers (roll call vote)
- Resolution 2023-04-077: Authorizes County Treasurer to establish 2022 delinquent tax fund
- Resolution 2023-04-078: Approves appointments to Parks and Open Space Advisory Committee
- Resolution 2023-04-080: Shares Veteran Services Department enhancements with other Michigan counties
- Employee recognitions: Anthony Coccia (Veterans Services Driver) and Ariel Lund (Veteran Services Counselor)
The Board of Commissioners authorized the distribution of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding to six senior centers. Other actions included establishing a delinquent tax fund and approving appointments to the Parks and Open Space Advisory Committee.
- Authorized distribution of ARPA funding to six senior centers (7-0-2)
- Authorized County Treasurer to establish 2022 Delinquent Tax Fund (7-0-2)
- Approved appointments to Parks and Open Space Advisory Committee, including Jay Bibby (6-1-2)
- Adopted resolution to share Veteran Services Department enhancements with other counties (7-0-2)
- Approved Claims and Payables reports dated May 8 and April 15-28, 2023 (7-0-2)
- Approved April 24, 2023 meeting minutes (7-0-2)
Board of Canvassers
This agenda for the Livingston County Board of Canvassers meeting on May 4, 2023, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussions. The document is essentially empty of substantive content.
The Board of Canvassers certified the official results of the May 2, 2023 special election for Webberville Community Schools, Whitmore Lake Public Schools, and Hartland Consolidated Schools. The board also approved the agenda and previous meeting minutes, and received an update on a new state law allowing military and overseas ballots to be counted up to six days after election day.
- Approved agenda as presented (4-0)
- Approved December 7, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)
- Certified official results of May 2 special election for Webberville Community Schools and Whitmore Lake Public Schools (4-0)
- Certified official results of May 2 special election for Hartland Consolidated Schools (4-0)
- Approved November 29, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)
- Adjourned meeting at 10:35 a.m. on May 9, 2023 (4-0)
General Government and Health and Human Services Committee
The General Government and Health and Human Services Committee will meet to consider a resolution on sharing veteran services department enhancements with other Michigan counties. The agenda also includes routine items like approving minutes and the agenda, plus a call to the public. No other substantive items are listed.
- Resolution: Sharing Veteran Services Department Enhancements with Other Michigan Counties
- Attachments include a support letter, LCVS memo on CRDIRS access, and Disabled Veterans Tax Exemption form
- Approval of April 3, 2023 meeting minutes
- Call to the public
The General Government and Health and Human Services Committee approved a resolution to share Veteran Services Department enhancements with other Michigan counties. The resolution was recommended for a motion to the Board of Commissioners.
- Approved April 3, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
- Approved meeting agenda (4-0)
- Recommended resolution to share Veteran Services Department enhancements with other Michigan counties to the Board of Commissioners (4-0)
Personnel Committee
The committee approved a resolution for appointments to the Livingston County Parks and Open Space Advisory Committee. This approval included an amendment to remove Jay Bibby from the list of appointees.
- Approved agenda (4-0)
- Approved April 3, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
- Approved amendment to strike Jay Bibby from appointee list (3-1)
- Denied motion to revisit removal of appointee Jay Bibby
- Recommended approval of Livingston County Parks and Open Space Advisory Committee appointments as amended (4-0)
Finance and Asset Management Committee
The Finance and Asset Management Committee is meeting to consider two resolutions: one authorizing the county treasurer to establish the 2022 delinquent tax fund, and another authorizing distribution of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding to six senior centers in Livingston County. The meeting includes public comment and agenda approval. No dollar amounts are specified in the agenda text.
- Resolution to establish 2022 delinquent tax fund
- Resolution to distribute ARPA funding to six senior centers
- Call to the public
- Hybrid in-person and virtual meeting at 304 E. Grand River Ave., Howell
The committee recommended a resolution to distribute American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding to six senior centers, amending the terms to allow for lump sum disbursements. Additionally, the committee recommended the establishment of the 2022 Delinquent Tax Fund.
- Recommended establishing the 2022 Delinquent Tax Fund (9-0)
- Approved amendment to allow lump sum disbursement of funding to senior centers (9-0)
- Approved amendment to replace categories with '2.37 - Economic Impact Assistance, Only' (9-0)
- Recommended distribution of ARPA funding to six senior centers, as amended (9-0)
Retiree Health Care Board of Trustees
The Board approved a recommendation from Morgan Stanley to shift to a 60/40 asset allocation. The Board also approved changing the bond portfolio from IACB Active Bond Intermediate to Government/Corporate.
- Approved move to 60/40 asset allocation (4-0-1)
- Approved change from IACB Active Bond Intermediate to Government/Corporate (4-0-1)
- Approved January 24, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0-1)
- Approved meeting agenda (4-0-1)
Livingston County Foundation Board of Directors
The Board approved the meeting minutes from September 12, 2022, and voted to maintain the current officer slate. Members also reviewed the 2023 Q1 Financial Report and discussed the process for expiring member terms.
- Approved September 12, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0-2)
- Elected Nathan Burd (President), Sam Theis (Vice President), and Cindy Arbanas (Treasurer & Secretary) as officers (5-0-2)
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners approved several infrastructure improvements funded by the American Rescue Plan Act, including drain and sewer projects. The Board also adopted resolutions regarding the 2024 budget process, pension contributions, and support for the Second Amendment.
- Approved support for the Second Amendment of the US and Michigan Constitutions (9-0)
- Authorized FY 2024 Community Corrections Plan application (9-0)
- Approved ARPA funding for Microfilm Conversion Project (9-0)
- Approved First Quarter Budget Amendment for FY 2023 (9-0)
- Authorized additional MERS contribution for FY 2023 (8-1)
- Approved 2024 Annual Budget Process and Calendar (9-0)
- Authorized ARPA funding for Van Buren Road sanitary sewer and four drain projects (various votes)
- Approved creation of new MERS non-union divisions for 911 Dispatch and EMS employees (9-0)
Veteran Services Committee
The agenda for the Livingston County Veteran Services Committee meeting on April 19, 2023, contains only procedural boilerplate and no substantive agenda items. The document lists no specific topics, decisions, or discussions for the committee to address.
The Veteran Services Committee approved a budget of $11,000 plus a 10% contingency to convert a children's corner into office space. The committee also approved a $2,500 application for hearing aids. Members discussed a potential food pantry partnership with Gleaners Community Food Bank.
- Approved agenda (4-0)
- Approved $2,500 for hearing aids application C6211-VAP1 (4-0)
- Approved $11,000 remodel budget with 10% contingency to convert children's corner to office space (4-0)
Tax Allocation Board
This agenda for the Livingston County Tax Allocation Board meeting contains only procedural boilerplate and no substantive agenda items. There are no decisions, discussions, or proposals listed for the meeting.
The board appointed Jennifer Nash as Chairperson for 2023 and accepted budgets from local municipalities. Members also established a May meeting schedule for budget reviews and orders, and waived mileage fee reimbursements.
- Appointed Jennifer Nash as Chairperson (5-0-1)
- Accepted budgets from local municipalities (5-0-1)
- Established meeting schedule for May 8, May 15, and May 24, 2023 (5-0-1)
- Waived reimbursement of mileage fees (5-0-1)
- Approved meeting agenda (5-0-1)
Courts, Public Safety, and Infrastructure Development Committee
The Livingston County Courts, Public Safety, and Infrastructure Development Committee will meet to consider three resolutions: participating in the FY 2022 Homeland Security Grant Program, submitting the FY 2024 Community Corrections plan to the Michigan Department of Corrections, and expressing support for the Second Amendment. The meeting also includes routine items like approving minutes and public comment.
- Resolution to participate in FY 2022 Homeland Security Grant Program (HSGP)
- Resolution to submit FY 2024 Community Corrections plan to Michigan Department of Corrections by May 1, 2023
- Resolution in support of the Second Amendment of the US and Michigan Constitutions
- Approval of March 20, 2023 meeting minutes
The committee recommended two resolutions to the Board of Commissioners regarding the Second Amendment and the FY 2024 Community Corrections plan. A resolution to participate in the FY 2022 Homeland Security Grant Program failed due to a lack of motion.
- Recommended FY 2024 Community Corrections Plan and Application for submission to Michigan Department of Corrections (4-0)
- Recommended resolution in support of the Second Amendment of the US and Michigan Constitutions (4-0)
- Resolution to participate in FY 2022 Homeland Security Grant Program failed (no motion)
- Approved March 20, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
- Approved meeting agenda (4-0)
Finance and Asset Management Committee
The committee recommended multiple ARPA-funded infrastructure projects to the Board of Commissioners, including drain improvements and a sewer relocation. It also approved the 2024 budget process calendar and several MERS pension-related resolutions.
- Recommended 2024 Annual Budget Process and Calendar (8-0-1)
- Recommended First Quarter Budget Amendment to FY 2023 Budget (9-0-0)
- Recommended MERS non-union division and unfunded liability payment for EMS (9-0-0)
- Recommended MERS non-union division and unfunded liability payment for 911 Central Dispatch (9-0-0)
- Recommended additional contribution to MERS in FY 2023 (8-1-0)
- Recommended amendment to County Grant Policy (9-0-0)
- Tabled ARPA funding for six senior centers (7-2-0)
- Recommended ARPA funding for Cohoctah, Barnum, Howell City, Lott, and Wood drains, and Van Buren Road sewer relocation
Board of Commissioners
The Livingston County Board of Commissioners will consider a series of resolutions, including authorizing participation in the national opioid settlement, applying for grants, approving contracts, and making appointments. The agenda also includes routine items like approving minutes and accounts payable.
- Resolution 2023-04-049: Authorize participation agreements in the National Prescription Opiate Litigation settlement
- Resolution 2023-04-053: Apply for FY2024 Michigan Veteran Affairs Agency grant for Veteran Services
- Resolution 2023-04-056: Agreement with O'Donnell Electric for electrical services
- Resolution 2023-04-057: Agreement with William E. Walter, Inc. for HVAC services
- Resolution 2023-04-058: Apply for FY2023 Section 5339(b) Bus and Bus Facilities grant for LETS
The Board approved participation in the National Prescription Opiate Litigation settlement and authorized the reorganization of the Equalization Department. Other actions included approving facility service contracts and expanding LETS driver staffing.
- Approved participation in National Prescription Opiate Litigation settlement (9-0-0)
- Authorized reorganization of the Equalization Department (6-3-0)
- Approved agreement with O’Donnell Electric for electrical services (9-0-0)
- Approved agreement with William E. Walter, Inc for HVAC services (8-1-0)
- Authorized LETS to apply for FY 2023 Section 5339(b) Bus and Bus Facilities grant (8-1-0)
- Approved creation of eight irregular part-time LETS driver positions (9-0-0)
- Approved 2023 County Equalization Report (9-0-0)
- Postponed appointment to Human Services Collaborative Body (9-0-0)
General Government and Health and Human Services Committee
The General Government and Health and Human Services Committee is meeting to consider several resolutions, including authorizing participation in the national opioid settlement, reorganizing the Equalization Department, applying for a veteran services grant, and approving contracts for electrical and HVAC services. The committee will also review an updated vehicle accessibility plan and approve new part-time driver positions for LETS. The agenda includes routine items like approving minutes and a call to the public.
- Resolution authorizing participation agreements in the national prescription opiate litigation settlement
- Resolution authorizing reorganization of the Equalization Department
- Resolution authorizing FY2024 grant application with Michigan Veteran Affairs Agency
- Resolution authorizing electrical services agreement with O'Donnell Electric
- Resolution authorizing HVAC services agreement with William E. Walter, Inc
The General Government and Health and Human Services Committee recommended several resolutions to the Board of Commissioners. These include participating in a national prescription opioid settlement and reorganizing the Equalization Department. The committee also recommended approvals for facility service contracts and LETS transit expansions.
- Recommended participation in National Prescription Opiate Litigation settlement (3-0)
- Recommended reorganization of the Equalization Department (3-0)
- Recommended FY 2024 Michigan Veteran Affairs Agency grant application (3-0)
- Recommended electrical services agreement with O’Donnell Electric (3-0)
- Recommended HVAC services agreement with William E. Walter, Inc (3-0)
- Recommended updated LETS Vehicle Accessibility Plan (3-0)
- Recommended LETS application for FY 2023 Section 5339(b) grant (3-0)
- Recommended creation of eight irregular part-time LETS driver positions (3-0)
Personnel Committee
The Personnel Committee voted to recommend several appointments to county boards and one amendment to the Community Corrections Advisory Board. All recommended motions passed with 3-0 votes.
- Recommended appointment to 911 Advocacy Oversight Board (3-0)
- Recommended appointment to Human Services Collaborative Body (3-0)
- Recommended appointment to Tax Allocation Board (3-0)
- Recommended appointment to Airport Zoning Board of Appeals (3-0)
- Recommended amendment to list Ken Rogulski as the only Communications Media appointment to Community Corrections Advisory Board (3-0)
- Recommended appointment to Community Corrections Advisory Board as amended (3-0)
- Approved March 06, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)
Board of Commissioners
The Livingston County Board of Commissioners will consider 14 resolutions, including several roll-call votes on using American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds for drain improvements, a 911 phone system, a 3D scanner, mobile fingerprint readers, and the purchase of a property in Fowlerville for EMS. They will also vote on submitting the 2024 General Fund budget to the Tax Allocation Board and authorizing grant applications. The agenda includes routine items like minutes approval, correspondence from other counties, and accounts payable reports.
- Resolution 2023-035: Submit estimated 2024 General Fund budget to Tax Allocation Board
- Resolution 2023-038: ARPA funding for Handy No. 7 & 13 County Drain improvements
- Resolution 2023-039: ARPA funding for Oceola No. 1 Branch 2 County Drain improvements
- Resolution 2023-042: Purchase and install 911 telephone system using ARPA funds
- Resolution 2023-045: Purchase 200 N. Grand, Fowlerville for EMS using ARPA funds
The Board of Commissioners approved the submission of the estimated 2024 General Fund Budget and authorized several infrastructure and equipment purchases using ARPA funding. They also approved a grant application for indigent defense with a local contribution of $944,189.67.
- Approved submission of Estimated 2024 General Fund Budget (9-0)
- Authorized $944,189.67 local contribution for Michigan Indigent Defense Commission grant (9-0)
- Approved ARPA funding for Handy No. 7 & 13 and Oceola No. 1 Branch 2 county drain improvements (9-0)
- Approved ARPA funding for 911 telephone system and maintenance contract (9-0)
- Approved ARPA funding for purchase of 200 N. Grand, Fowlerville for EMS (9-0)
- Approved ARPA funding for Trimble X7 3D Scanner and mobile fingerprint readers for Sheriff's Office (9-0)
- Authorized pooling of part-time Conciliator position between two employees (9-0)
- Approved bids for EMS department overhead door replacement (9-0)
Courts, Public Safety, and Infrastructure Development Committee
The Courts, Public Safety, and Infrastructure Development Committee will consider several resolutions, including a 911 telephone system upgrade, maintenance for VHF tower sites, and grant applications for the Sheriff's Office and Public Defender. The committee will also vote on recognizing 911 dispatchers and pooling a part-time conciliator position. The meeting includes routine items like minutes approval and public comment.
- Resolution authorizing purchase and installation of a 911 telephone system and maintenance contract for 911 Central Dispatch
- Resolution authorizing maintenance to the Fire and EMS VHF paging system at VHF tower sites
- Resolution authorizing application for FY 2024 Michigan Indigent Defense Commission (MIDC) grant for Public Defender
- Resolution authorizing application for FY 2024 Office of Highway Safety Planning (OHSP) traffic enforcement grant for Sheriff's Office
- Resolution of appreciation for 911 dispatchers during National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week, April 9-15, 2023
The committee recommended several resolutions to the Board of Commissioners, including the purchase of a 911 telephone system and maintenance for the Fire and EMS VHF Paging System. It also approved recommendations to apply for state grants for the Public Defender and Sheriff's Office. One motion to amend a procurement policy for the paging system failed due to lack of a second.
- Recommended pooling part-time Conciliator position between two employees (4-0)
- Approved applying for FY 2024 Michigan Indigent Defense Commission grant (4-0)
- Recommended applying for FY 2024 Highway Safety Planning Traffic Enforcement Grant (4-0)
- Recommended resolution of appreciation for 911 Central Dispatchers (4-0)
- Recommended purchase of 911 telephone system and maintenance contract, amended to use ARPA funds if eligible (4-0)
- Denied motion to strike procurement policy language for VHF Paging System (No Second)
- Recommended maintenance to the Fire and EMS VHF Paging System (4-0)
Finance and Asset Management Committee
The Finance and Asset Management Committee will discuss revenue, expenses, pension liability, capital improvements, ARPA funds, and strategic plan updates. They will vote on resolutions for the 2024 budget, two drain improvement projects, EMS door replacements, and sheriff equipment purchases, all using ARPA funds where noted. A closed session is scheduled to consider purchasing real property.
- Resolution to submit Estimated 2024 General Fund Budget to Tax Allocation Board
- Resolution authorizing improvements to Handy No. 7 & 13 County Drain with ARPA funding
- Resolution authorizing improvements to Oceola No. 1 Branch 2 County Drain with ARPA funding
- Resolution authorizing purchase of Trimble X7 3D scanner and mobile fingerprint readers for Sheriff with ARPA funding
- Closed session to consider purchase of real property
The Finance and Asset Management Committee approved several resolutions for the Board of Commissioners, including the 2024 General Fund Budget estimate and various ARPA-funded projects. The committee also authorized the purchase of a 911 telephone system and maintenance contract.
- Recommended 2024 General Fund Budget submission to Tax Allocation Board (9-0)
- Recommended ARPA funding for Handy No. 7 & 13 County Drain improvements, amended to $82,500 (9-0)
- Recommended ARPA funding for Oceola No. 1 Branch 2 County Drain improvements, amended to $40,000 (9-0)
- Recommended acceptance of bids for EMS overhead door replacement (9-0)
- Recommended replacement of two EMS overhead doors (9-0)
- Recommended ARPA funding for Trimble X7 3D Scanner for Sheriff (9-0)
- Recommended ARPA funding for mobile fingerprint readers for Sheriff (9-0)
- Approved ARPA-funded 911 telephone system and maintenance contract (8-1)
Board of Commissioners
The Livingston County Board of Commissioners will consider several resolutions, including a grant agreement for the airport, a transit funding application, and two health department staffing changes. The board will also vote on appointments and an amendment to the retiree health care plan.
- Resolution 2023-03-028: Concur with Aeronautical Facilities Board to enter ARPA grant agreement with MDOT for airport
- Resolution 2023-03-029: Intent to apply for FY 2024 Act 51 financial assistance for LETS transit
- Resolution 2023-03-030: Authorize reorganization of clerical positions in Health Department
- Resolution 2023-03-031: Create Public Water Supply Coordinator position in Health Department
- Resolution 2023-03-032: Approve Sixth Amendment to Retiree Health Care Plan
The Board approved a resolution providing commissioners with full access to Livingston County financial records, with a review scheduled for one year after implementation. Other actions included approving health department staffing changes and several board appointments.
- Approved full access to county financial records for commissioners (5-4)
- Approved reorganization of Health Department clerical positions (9-0)
- Approved creation of Public Water Supply Coordinator position in Health Department (9-0)
- Approved appointment to Michigan Department of Human Services Board (9-0)
- Approved appointment to Livingston County Planning Commission (9-0)
- Approved ARPA grant agreement for Aeronautical Facilities Board (9-0)
- Approved submission of Community Project Funding Application for Administration & Sheriff's Department (9-0)
- Postponed amendment to Retiree Health Care Plan (6-3)
Veteran Services Committee
This agenda for the Livingston County Veteran Services Committee meeting on March 8, 2023, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussion topics. The document appears to be a system-generated placeholder with no substantive content.
The committee approved a grant application for dental services and authorized a state grant for fiscal year 2024. Additionally, the committee voted to remove the child care policy section from the Veteran Assistance Programs Manual.
- Approved $3,100 for dental implant application C5535-VAP1 (3-0)
- Removed 'Child Care' policy section from Veteran Assistance Programs Manual (3-0)
- Authorized Michigan Veteran Affairs Agency grant application and funds for FY2024 (3-0)
- Approved consent agenda with clerical change to item 9.2 (3-0)
Personnel Committee
The Livingston County Personnel Committee will consider resolutions to amend the Retiree Health Care Plan and create or reclassify specific staff positions. The agenda includes a presentation on employee engagement survey results and appointments to state and county boards. No specific dollar amounts or contract values are listed in the provided text.
- Resolution to approve the Sixth Amendment to the Livingston County Retiree Health Care Plan
- Resolution creating the Deputy Director of Equalization job classification
- Resolution approving reclassification of the Board of Commissioners Administrative Specialist to Office Manager
- Resolution amending the procedure for nominating and selecting citizens for Board Committee appointed positions
- Resolutions approving appointments to the Michigan Department of Human Services Board and the Livingston County Planning Commission
The committee approved the creation of a Deputy Director of Equalization position and reclassified the Board of Commissioners Administrative Specialist to Office Manager. It also recommended several resolutions to the Board of Commissioners regarding retiree health care, board appointments, and citizen nomination procedures.
- Recommended Sixth Amendment to The Livingston County Retiree Health Care Plan to Board of Commissioners (3-1)
- Approved creation of Deputy Director of Equalization job classification (4-0)
- Approved reclassification of Board of Commissioners Administrative Specialist to Office Manager (4-0)
- Recommended amended resolution for nominating and selecting citizens for Board Committee positions to Board of Commissioners (4-0)
- Recommended appointment to the Michigan Department of Human Services Board to Board of Commissioners (4-0)
- Recommended appointment to the Livingston County Planning Commission to Board of Commissioners (4-0)
General Government and Health and Human Services Committee
The Livingston County General Government and Health and Human Services Committee will consider four resolutions: an airport rescue grant agreement, a transit funding application, and two health department staffing changes. The meeting also includes routine items like approving minutes and public comment.
- Resolution to concur with the Aeronautical Facilities Board to enter an ARPA grant agreement with MDOT for the airport
- Resolution of intent to apply for FY 2024 Act 51 financial assistance for LETS transit
- Resolution authorizing reorganization of clerical positions in the Health Department
- Resolution creating a Public Water Supply Coordinator position in the Health Department
The General Government and Health and Human Services Committee recommended four resolutions to the Board of Commissioners. These include a grant agreement for aeronautical facilities, a financial assistance application for LETS, and two Health Department staffing changes.
- Recommended grant agreement with MDOT under ARPA for aeronautical facilities (4-0)
- Recommended intent to apply for FY2024 Act 51 financial assistance for LETS (4-0)
- Recommended reorganization of Health Department clerical positions (4-0)
- Recommended creation of Public Water Supply Coordinator position in Health Department (4-0)
- Approved February 6, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
Board of Commissioners Work Session
The Livingston County Board of Commissioners is holding a work session with a single substantive agenda item: discussion of ARPA (American Rescue Plan Act) funds. The rest of the agenda is procedural (roll call, public comment, approval of agenda, adjournment). No decisions are listed; it is a discussion only.
- Discussion of ARPA funds
The Board held a work session to review the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) eligible and ineligible uses. Officials discussed the requirement that funds be obligated by December 31, 2024, and expended by December 31, 2026. No substantive policy decisions were made during this session.
- Approved the meeting agenda (9-0)
- Adjourned the meeting (9-0)
Retirement Plan Advisory Committee
The committee will review the Q4 2022 investment report and market commentary provided by CAPTRUST. Discussions will also include a Nationwide plan health report and updates regarding Secure 2.0.
- Review of Investment Policy Statement
- Q4 2022 Investment Report review
- Share Class Comparison discussion
- Nationwide Plan Health Report
- Discussion of upcoming member vacancy
The committee approved replacing the MLINX share class with MLAIX, provided the move costs do not exceed the cost to participants. Members also reviewed quarterly investment reports and discussed the SECURE Act 2.0 and a potential conversion program from MERS DB to MERS DC.
- Approved replacing MLINX with MLAIX contingent upon move expenses not exceeding cost to participants (6-0)
- Approved meeting agenda (6-0-1)
- Approved meeting minutes from November 9, 2023 (6-0-1)
Election Commission
This agenda for the Livingston County Election Commission meeting contains only procedural boilerplate and embedded content placeholders. No specific agenda items, decisions, or discussion topics are listed in the provided text.
- No rezonings, contracts, ordinances, or public hearings listed
The Commission authorized the consolidation of precincts and approved the ballots for the May 2, 2023 Special Election. The County Clerk was authorized to sign the Ballot Proof Acceptance form and proceed with printing the ballots. The board also set its meeting schedule for the remainder of 2023.
- Approved Resolution 2023-02-01 for May 2, 2023 Special Election precinct consolidation (3-0)
- Approved May 2, 2023 Special Election Ballots and authorized County Clerk to sign Ballot Proof Acceptance form (3-0)
- Authorized printing of May 2, 2023 Special Election Ballots (3-0)
- Approved 2023 meeting dates for June 2, September 8, and December 18 (3-0)
- Approved September 12, 2022 meeting minutes (3-0)
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners appointed a Planning Department Director and a back-up magistrate for the 53rd District Court. They also approved a budget amendment to carry forward prior year projects into the 2023 budget. A resolution to grant commissioners full access to financial records was defeated.
- Appointed Planning Department Director (9-0)
- Appointed Kaitlyn Harder as Back-up Magistrate for the 53rd District Court (9-0)
- Approved budget amendment to carry forward prior year projects into FY 2023 (9-0)
- Denied resolution providing commissioners full access to financial records (4-5)
- Approved Claims and Payables reports dated February 27 and February 4-17, 2023 (9-0)
- Approved meeting minutes from February 13, 2023 (9-0)
Finance and Asset Management Committee
The Livingston County Finance and Asset Management Committee is meeting to discuss routine financial matters including revenue and expense status, pension liability, the capital improvement plan, ARPA funds, the strategic plan, and the delinquent tax revolving fund. The committee will also consider three resolutions: carrying forward approved prior-year projects into the 2023 budget, authorizing a classification and compensation study for union employees of the county courts, and providing commissioners with full access to county financial records. The meeting includes approval of the January 23, 2023 minutes and a call to the public.
- Resolution to carry forward approved prior-year projects into the FY2023 budget
- Resolution authorizing a classification and compensation study for union employees of Livingston County Courts
- Resolution providing commissioners with full access to Livingston County financial records
- Discussion items: revenue/expense status, pension liability, capital improvement plan, ARPA, strategic plan, delinquent tax revolving fund
- Approval of January 23, 2023 meeting minutes
The committee recommended a resolution to provide commissioners with full access to county financial records and approved a budget amendment to carry forward prior year projects. A proposal for a classification and compensation study for court union employees failed.
- Recommended resolution for commissioners' full access to financial records (5-4-0)
- Recommended budget amendment to carry forward prior year projects into FY2023 (9-0-0)
- Denied resolution for classification and compensation study for court union employees
- Approved meeting agenda (9-0-0)
- Approved January 23, 2023 meeting minutes (9-0-0)
Courts, Public Safety, and Infrastructure Development Committee
The Courts, Public Safety, and Infrastructure Development Committee will consider two appointments: a new Planning Department Director and Kaitlyn Harder as back-up magistrate for the 53rd District Court. The agenda also includes routine items like approving minutes from December 19, 2022, and public comment.
- Resolution appointing the Planning Department Director
- Resolution approving Kaitlyn Harder as back-up magistrate for the 53rd District Court
- Approval of minutes from December 19, 2022
The committee voted to recommend two appointments to the Board of Commissioners. These include the appointment of a Planning Department Director and the appointment of Kaitlyn Harder as a back-up magistrate for the 53rd District Court.
- Approved minutes from December 19, 2022 (4-0)
- Approved meeting agenda (4-0)
- Recommended appointment of Planning Department Director to Board of Commissioners (4-0)
- Recommended appointment of Kaitlyn Harder as Back-up Magistrate for 53rd District Court to Board of Commissioners (4-0)
Veteran Services Committee
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The committee approved revisions to the Veteran Assistance Program and Mental Health Assessment policies. It also voted to stop funding County issued Veteran ID cards and restricted relief applications to veterans with an honorable discharge.
- Approved revisions to Veteran Assistance Program Policy (5-0)
- Approved revisions to LCVS Mental Health Assessment Policy (5-0)
- Awarded $7,650 plus up to 10% contingency to J.J. Jinkleheimer, Inc. for outreach items (5-0)
- Discontinued financial support for County issued Veteran ID cards (5-0)
- Required all LCVS relief applicants to have an honorable discharge (5-0)
- Approved Consent Agenda (5-0)
Board of Commissioners
The Livingston County Board of Commissioners will consider several resolutions, including a tentative three-year agreement with the Deputy Sheriff's Association, software maintenance renewals for county courts, and vehicle purchases. The board will also discuss the Michigan Auto Insurance Reform Act and may enter closed session for collective bargaining and real property purchase considerations.
- Resolution 2023-02-020: Approve tentative 3-year agreement with Livingston County Deputy Sheriff's Association
- Resolution 2023-02-016: Authorize 2023 software and maintenance renewal with Central Square and State of Michigan JIS
- Resolution 2023-02-017: Authorize purchase of leased 2020 Dodge Durango from Enterprise Fleet Management for MMRMA Insurance
- Resolution 2023-02-018: Authorize additional 2023 vehicle replacement lease for Sheriff Field Services Division
- Resolution 2023-02-014: Approve 2023 Memorandum of Agreement with MSU Extension
The Board adopted a resolution urging the state legislature to amend the No-Fault Insurance Reform Act. They also approved several vehicle leases, software renewals, and a three-year agreement for the Deputy Sheriff’s Association.
- Adopted Resolution 2023-02-021 urging Michigan Legislature to amend No-Fault Insurance Reform Act (6-2-1)
- Approved 2023 Memorandum of Agreement with MSU Extension (8-0-1)
- Approved reverting a Maintenance Mechanic position to 40 hours (8-0-1)
- Approved software and maintenance renewals with Central Square and State of Michigan JIS (8-0-1)
- Approved purchase of a leased 2020 Dodge Durango from Enterprise Fleet Management (8-0-1)
- Approved additional 2023 vehicle replacement lease for Sheriff Field Services Division (8-0-1)
- Approved three-year agreement with Livingston County Deputy Sheriff’s Association (8-0-1)
- Authorized County Administrator to submit a bid for real property (7-1-1)
Personnel Committee
The Livingston County Personnel Committee is meeting to consider several personnel resolutions, including reclassifying veterans benefits counselor and administrative aide positions, amending the board committee appointment process, and reclassifying certain public health clerical positions. The committee will also approve minutes from the January 9, 2023 meeting and hear public comment.
- Resolution to reclassify Veterans Benefits Counselor positions (Veterans Services)
- Resolution to reclassify Veterans Administrative Aide to Administrative Specialist (Veterans Services)
- Resolution amending Resolution 2021-06-095 on board committee appointment process
- Resolution to reclassify certain Public Health Department clerical positions
- Resolution creating Public Water Supply Coordinator job classification (Health Department)
The committee approved the reclassification of positions within Veterans Services and the Health Department. It also created a new Public Water Supply Coordinator position contingent on grant funding and amended the procedure for nominating citizens to board committees.
- Approved reclassification of Veterans Benefits Counselor positions (4-0)
- Approved reclassification of a Veterans Administrative Aide position (4-0)
- Approved amendment to procedure for nominating and selecting citizens for board committee positions (4-0)
- Approved reclassification of certain Public Health Department clerical positions (4-0)
- Approved creation of Public Water Supply Coordinator job classification at non-union Grade 10, contingent on grant funding (4-0)
General Government and Health and Human Services Committee
The General Government and Health and Human Services Committee will consider several resolutions, including approving the 2023 MSU Extension agreement, reverting a maintenance mechanic position to 40 hours, renewing software maintenance for courts and dispatch, and authorizing vehicle purchases/leases for the car pool and sheriff's office. The meeting includes routine items like minutes approval and public comment.
- Resolution to approve 2023 Memorandum of Agreement with MSU Extension
- Resolution reverting a maintenance mechanic to 40 hours in Facility Services
- Resolution authorizing 2023 software maintenance renewal with Central Square and State of Michigan JIS
- Resolution to purchase leased 2020 Dodge Durango from Enterprise Fleet Management for transfer to MMRMA Insurance
- Resolution authorizing additional 2023 vehicle replacement lease for Sheriff Field Services
The committee recommended several resolutions to the Board of Commissioners, including software renewals and vehicle acquisitions. Members also discussed the potential acquisition of rural EMS stations to better serve the west side of the county.
- Approved January 9, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
- Recommended 2023 MOA with MSU Extension to Board of Commissioners (4-0)
- Recommended reverting a Maintenance Mechanic to 40 hours to Board of Commissioners (4-0)
- Recommended 2023 software and maintenance renewals with Central Square and State of Michigan JIS to Board of Commissioners (4-0)
- Approved correction of car pool lease payoff from $15,813 to $15,232 (4-0)
- Recommended purchase of leased 2020 Dodge Durango from Enterprise Fleet Management to Board of Commissioners (4-0)
- Recommended additional 2023 vehicle replacement lease for Sheriff Field Services Division to Board of Commissioners (4-0)
Board of Commissioners
The Livingston County Board of Commissioners will consider resolutions to approve tentative three-year collective bargaining agreements with court employees and sheriff deputies, corrections officers, and detectives. The board will also vote on participating in the 2023 statewide tornado drill and review correspondence from Branch County objecting to a river reclassification. The agenda includes routine items such as approval of minutes, accounts payable, and calls to the public.
- Resolution 2023-01-013: Authorize participation in 2023 statewide tornado drill
- Resolution 2023-01-014: Approve tentative 3-year agreement with Michigan Association of Public Employees (court employees)
- Resolution 2023-01-015: Approve tentative 3-year agreement with Livingston County Deputy Sheriff's Association (deputies, corrections officers, detectives)
- Correspondence: Branch County Resolution #2023-01 objecting to reclassification of the Prairie River
- Closed session for collective bargaining negotiations and legal opinion discussion
The Board decided not to take action on a tentative three-year agreement for court employees, leaving the courts to resolve the agreement. The Board also approved participation in a statewide tornado drill and authorized various claims and payables reports.
- Approved participation in the 2023 Statewide Tornado Drill (9-0)
- Decided not to take action on Resolution 2023-01-014 regarding the court employees' tentative agreement (5-4)
- Denied amendment to Resolution 2023-01-015 regarding abortion coverage compensation (2-7)
- Denied motion to amend agenda to include a court compensation study (4-5)
- Approved Claims and Payables Reports dated January 30 and January 7-20, 2023 (9-0)
- Approved meeting minutes from January 17 and closed session minutes from January 3 and 17 (9-0)
Retiree Health Care Board of Trustees
The Livingston County Retiree Health Care Board of Trustees is meeting to approve prior minutes, elect officers (Chair, Vice-Chair, Secretary), and receive the 2022 Q4 financial report from Morgan Stanley's Ken Mittelbrun. The agenda is mostly routine administrative business, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.
- Election of Chair, Vice-Chair, and Secretary
- 2022 Q4 Financial Report by Ken Mittelbrun (Morgan Stanley)
- Approval of October 20, 2022 meeting minutes
- Schedule next meeting
The Board approved a change in the Emerging Market Manager and adjusted the portfolio's equity allocation. Officers were also re-elected to their current positions for the next year's term.
- Re-elected officers to remain in positions: Chair Jennifer Nash, Vice Chair Nathan Bur, and Secretary/Treasurer Cindy Arbanas (5-0)
- Approved changing the Emerging Market Manager from Mirae to BNY Mellon (5-0)
- Approved reallocating equities to 65/35 based on Morgan Stanley Global Investment Committee (5-0)
- Approved October 20, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)
Finance and Asset Management Committee
The Finance and Asset Management Committee will discuss revenue and expenses, pension liability, capital improvements, ARPA funds, and a strategic plan update. They will also consider a resolution to provide commissioners with full access to Livingston County financial records.
- Resolution providing commissioners with full access to Livingston County financial records
- Discussion of revenue and expense status
- Discussion of pension liability
- Discussion of capital improvement update
- Discussion of ARPA funds
The Finance and Asset Management Committee approved the agenda and previous meeting minutes. Members discussed revenue reports, pension liabilities, and capital improvement projects. A resolution regarding commissioners' access to financial records was postponed to the February meeting.
- Approved agenda (9-0)
- Approved December 5, 2022 meeting minutes (9-0)
- Postponed Resolution Providing Commissioners with Full Access to Livingston County Financial Records to February FAM Meeting (9-0)
Veteran Services Committee
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The committee approved one application for relief to purchase a hot water heater and denied another application for a vehicle purchase. The committee also voted to keep current officer appointments for Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary.
- Approved application C3587-VAP1 for hot water heater relief of $2,251.19
- Denied application C0530-VAP1 for vehicle purchase of $15,384.24
- Approved committee appointments for Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary to remain the same (4-0)
- Approved consent agenda and December 21 meeting minutes
Board of Commissioners
The Livingston County Board of Commissioners will consider several resolutions, including transferring EMS funds to capital replacement, increasing the Facilities Services vehicle fleet, changing 2023 budgeted driver positions, accepting donated funds for Veteran Services, and approving a three-year tentative agreement with the Michigan Association of Police representing Sheriff Lieutenants. The board will also hold a closed session for collective bargaining negotiations and discuss adding a moment of prayer to the agenda order of business.
- Resolution 2023-01-005: Transfer of funds from EMS to Capital Replacement
- Resolution 2023-01-006: Increase in total authorized vehicles in Facilities Services fleet
- Resolution 2023-01-007: Change in 2023 budgeted driver positions for LETS
- Resolution 2023-01-008/009: Accept donated funds and create Veteran Services Donation Fund 233
- Resolution 2023-01-011: Approve 3-year tentative agreement with Michigan Association of Police for Sheriff Lieutenants
The Board of Commissioners approved a three-year agreement with the Michigan Association of Police representing Sheriff Lieutenants. Other actions included authorizing fund transfers for EMS, increasing the car pool fleet, and establishing a Veteran Services donation fund.
- Approved three-year agreement for Sheriff Department Lieutenants (9-0)
- Authorized fund transfer from EMS to Capital Replacement (9-0)
- Authorized increase in Facilities Services Fleet car pool vehicles (9-0)
- Authorized change in 2023 budgeted LETS driver positions (9-0)
- Approved acceptance of donated funds for Veteran Services (9-0)
- Established Veteran Services Donation Fund 233 (9-0)
- Amended Board rules regarding committee sizes and 2023 meeting dates (9-0)
- Adopted resolution to add a Moment of Prayer to the agenda (7-2)
General Government and Health and Human Services Committee
The General Government and Health and Human Services Committee will consider several resolutions, including transferring funds from EMS to capital replacement, increasing the Facilities Services vehicle fleet, changing 2023 budgeted driver positions, and accepting donated funds for Veteran Services. The committee will also discuss adding a moment of prayer to the agenda order of business.
- Resolution authorizing transfer of funds from EMS to Capital Replacement
- Resolution authorizing increase in total authorized vehicles in Facilities Services fleet
- Resolution authorizing change in 2023 budgeted driver positions
- Resolution authorizing acceptance of donated funds for Veteran Services
- Resolution authorizing County Treasurer to establish Veteran Services Donation Fund 233
The committee recommended several resolutions to the Board of Commissioners, including a fund transfer for EMS capital replacement and the establishment of a Veteran Services donation fund. They also recommended increasing the authorized vehicle count for the Facilities Services Fleet and changing 2023 budgeted driver positions for LETS.
- Recommended transfer of EMS funds to Capital Replacement (5-0)
- Recommended increase in total authorized vehicles in Facilities Services Fleet (4-1)
- Recommended change in 2023 budgeted LETS driver positions (5-0)
- Recommended acceptance of donated funds for Veteran Services Department (5-0)
- Recommended establishment of Veteran Services Donation Fund 233 (5-0)
- Approved meeting minutes from December 5, 2022 (5-0)
Personnel Committee
The Livingston County Personnel Committee is meeting on January 9, 2023, to handle routine items such as approving the agenda and minutes from December 19, 2022. The main substantive item is a closed session for union negotiations. No other resolutions or reports are listed.
- Closed session for union negotiations
- Approval of meeting minutes from December 19, 2022
- Call to the public
The Personnel Committee approved a tentative three-year agreement between the Livingston County Sheriff Department, the Board of Commissioners, and the Michigan Association of Police representing Sheriff Lieutenants. The resolution will now move forward to the Board of Commissioners.
- Approved tentative three-year agreement for Sheriff Lieutenants (5-0)
- Approved meeting minutes from December 19, 2022 (5-0)
- Approved meeting agenda (5-0)
Board of Commissioners
The Livingston County Board of Commissioners is meeting to handle routine organizational business for 2023. They will elect a Board Chair and Vice-Chair, adopt the Board's rules of procedure, and establish meeting dates for the year. The agenda also includes standard items like approval of prior minutes and public comment periods.
- Election of Board Chair for 2023 (Resolution 2023-01-001)
- Election of Board Vice-Chair for 2023 (Resolution 2023-01-002)
- Adoption of Board rules and 2023 meeting dates (Resolution 2023-01-003)
- Approval of minutes from December 27, 2022 meeting
The Board elected its 2023 leadership and adopted amended Board Rules. The Board also approved a three-year tentative agreement with the Police Officers Labor Council representing Sergeants.
- Elected David Domas as Chair for 2023 (9-0-0)
- Elected Jay Drick as Vice Chair for 2023 (9-0-0)
- Approved amended Board Rules including new committee quorum and membership sizes (9-0-0)
- Approved three-year tentative agreement with Police Officers Labor Council representing Sergeants (9-0-0)
- Denied motion to postpone pay stipend for County Clerk election responsibilities (1-8-0)
- Denied motion to postpone one-time inflation assistance payment for employees (4-5-0)
- Approved meeting minutes from December 27, 2022 (9-0-0)