2007 Regular Board Minutes
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GOGEBIC
COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
Re-Organizational
Meeting
January
2, 2007
County
Courthouse
Bessemer,
MI 49911
3:00
P.M.
CALL
TO ORDER
The
meeting was called to order at 3PM by County Clerk-Register of Deeds Gerry
Pelissero.
Pelissero administered the Oath of Office to the nine newly elected Board of Commissioners.
Present: (9) Anonich, Bonovetz, Gerovac, Jacobson,
Kangas,
Morin, Peterson, Oliver, Siirila
Absent: (0) None
APPROVAL
OF AGENDA
A
motion was made by Kangas, supported by Gerovac and carried by unanimous voice
vote to approve the agenda as presented.
CITIZENS
WISHING TO ADDRESS THE COUNTY BOARD ON AGENDA ITEMS
(
5 minute limit )
There
was none.
ELECTION
OF CHAIRPERSON
Pelissero
opened the floor for nominations to elect the Chairman.
Oliver
nominated Leroy Kangas with support from Morin. Pelissero asked three more times
for nominations and there was none. A
motion was made by Bonovetz,
supported by Gerovac, to close the nominations and cast a unanimous ballot for
Leroy Kangas as Chairman. Leroy Kangas was elected Chairman, Kangas then assumed
the Chair and welcomed the new commissioners and thanked everyone for attending
the meeting.
ELECTION
OF VICE-CHAIRPERSON
Chairman
Kangas opened the floor for nominations to elect the Vice-chairman. Morin
nominated Gerovac, with support from Oliver. Jacobson nominated Bonovetz, the
chairman asked three times for support, none was heard. Kangas asked three more
times for nominations and heard no more. A
motion was made by Oliver, supported
by Peterson to close the nominations and cast a unanimous ballot for Tom Gerovac
as Vice-Chairman. Gerovac was elected Vice-Chairman.
ADOPTION
OF PARLIAMENTARY PROCEDURES
A
motion was made by Gerovac, supported by Peterson and carried by unanimous voice
vote to adopt Roberts Rules of Order amended to allow the Chairman to vote last
and roll call votes will rotate by commissioner districts.
APPOINTMENT
OF A PARLIAMENTARIAN
A
motion was made by Gerovac, supported by Peterson and carried by unanimous voice
vote to appoint Richard Adams as Parliamentarian.
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DESIGNATION
OF MEETING DATES, TIMES AND PLACES
Current Schedule:
Location: Gogebic County Courthouse
District Courtroom
Bessemer, Michigan
Dates and Times:
Regular Board Meeting – 2nd Wednesday at 5:00PM
Finance Committee - 4th Wednesday at 4:30PM
Regular Board Meeting – 4th Wednesday at 5:00PM
All
communications to be placed on the agenda for a meeting of the Gogebic County
Board of Commissioners must be received, in writing, by the Gogebic County
Clerk-Register, no later than 12:00 noon on the Friday immediately prior to the
meeting. The communication must
state the subject to be discussed at the meeting.
Communications received after the deadline will not be considered until
the following board meeting.
A
motion was made by Peterson, supported by Oliver and carried by unanimous voice
vote to keep the same meeting schedule as 2006.
COMMUNICATIONS
1. Sue Pertile, County Treasurer
(RE: Investment Resolution)
A motion was made by Gerovac, supported by Jacobson to adopt the investment resolution as presented.
Resolution
for Authorizing Deposit and Investment of County Funds and Approving County
Investment Policy
Gogebic
County Resolution 2007-01
WHEREAS, under the law of the State of Michigan, Act No. 40 of the Michigan Public Acts of 1932, 1st Extra Session, as amended (MCL 129.12), this Board is required to provide, by resolution, for the deposit of all public monies including tax monies, belonging to, or held for, the State, County or other political units coming into the hands of the County Treasurer, in one or more banks, savings and loan associations, broker/securities firms or credit unions within the State.
WHEREAS, (1) the Gogebic County Board of Commissioners hereby directs Sue Pertile, Gogebic County Treasurer, to deposit all public monies, including monies and funds held for the State Board of Escheats or missing heirs, coming into her hands as Treasurer in any bank, savings and loan association, broker/securities firms or credit union within the State which is a legal depository as defined by State and/or Federal law, and (2) the Treasurer is authorized to invest funds with these institutions or any institution legally permitted by State Statute Act No. 20 of the Michigan Public Acts of 1943, as amended (MCL 129.91) or Federal law or regulation within the limits set therein; and
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WHEREAS, pursuant to the provisions of Act No. 20 of the Public Acts of Michigan of 1943, as amended, ("Act 20") the Board of Commissioners of the County of Gogebic may authorize the County Treasurer to invest County funds in certain investments; and
WHEREAS, this Board wishes to authorize such investments as are permitted by Act 20; and
WHEREAS, Section 5 of Act 20 requires this Board of Commissioners in conjunction with the County Treasurer to adopt an investment policy which complies with the provisions of Act 20; and
WHEREAS, the County Treasurer has submitted a proposed Investment Policy which complies with provisions of Act 20; and
WHEREAS, all resolutions and parts of resolutions insofar as they conflict with the provisions of this resolution be and the same are hereby rescinded.
NOW, THEREFORE,
BE IT RESOLVED,
by the
Board of Commissioners of the County of
Gogebic as follows:
1.
The County Treasurer is authorized to invest funds of the County of
Gogebic in investments authorized by Act 20.
2.
The Investment Policy attached hereto as Appendix 1 is approved and shall
take effect on January 2, 2007.
3.
Before executing an order to purchase or trade the funds of the County of
Gogebic, a financial intermediary, broker or dealer shall be provided with a
copy of the County's Investment Policy and shall acknowledge receipt of the
Investment Policy and agree to comply with the terms of the Investment Policy
regarding the buying or selling of securities by executing the form attached as
Appendix 2.
4.
The County Treasurer is authorized to rely on the continuing effect of
this resolution until and unless:
a.
Specifically amended or
rescinded by the Gogebic County Board of Commissioners, or
b.
A new Board is seated.
5.
This resolution shall take effect on January 2,
2007.
YES: (9) Anonich, Bonovetz, Gerovac, Jacobson,
Kangas, Morin,
Peterson, Oliver, Siirila
NO: (0)
None
Motion
carried.
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A motion was made by Bonovetz, supported by Gerovac to adopt the Depository Resolution as presented.
DEPOSITORY
RESOLUTION FOR GOGEBIC COUNTY
Gogebic
County Resolution 2007-02
WHEREAS,
under the laws of the State of Michigan, Act No. 40 of the Michigan Public Acts
of 1932, 1st Extra Session, as amended (MCL 129.12), this Board is
required to provide, by resolution, for the deposit of all public monies,
including tax monies, belonging to, or held for, the State, County or other
political units coming into the hands of the County Treasurer, in one or more
Financial Institutions within the State.
THEREFORE
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOGEBIC COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS as follows:
1.
The Gogebic County Board of Commissioners hereby provides for the
designation and deposit of all public money including tax money by the Gogebic
County Treasurer in the following financial institutions:
River Valley State Bank, Gogebic Range
Bank, First National Bank of Wakefield, Wells Fargo Bank, Republic Bank, MBIA,
LaSalle Bank, Chemical Bank, Flagstar Bank, Irwin Union Bank, and Fifth Third
Bank, or any Michigan financial institution.
2.
The Treasurer is authorized to enter into and execute on behalf of the
County any contracts with any bank or trust company for the safekeeping or their
party custodianship of any of the County’s securities as well as any contracts
or repurchase agreements with any corporation for the purchase of any such
securities which will be the subject of such safekeeping or third party
custodianship arrangements, on such terms and conditions as the County treasurer
shall require, and
3.
The County Treasurer is authorized to rely on the continuing effect of
these Resolutions until amended or repealed by a subsequent resolution of this
or a successor Board of Commissioners.
YES: (9) Anonich, Bonovetz, Gerovac, Jacobson,
Kangas, Morin,
Peterson, Oliver, Siirila
NO: (0)
None
Motion
carried.
2. Duane Duray, Airport Manager
(RE: 2007 1st and 2nd Quarter Appropriations)
A motion was made by Gerovac, supported by Oliver to release the 1st and 2nd Quarter appropriations to the Airport.
YES: (9) Anonich, Bonovetz, Gerovac, Jacobson,
Kangas, Morin,
Peterson, Oliver, Siirila
NO: (0)
None
Motion
carried.
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APPOINTMENTS:
1.
Road Commission (Board appointment)
A
motion was made by Bonovetz, supported by Jacobson to appoint Jim Cebolski to the
road commission, discussion followed on placing all 7 applicants in for
nomination and after this was discussed Bonovetz withdrew his motion and
Jacobson withdrew his support. A
motion was then made by Oliver,
supported by Gerovac to place all 7 applicants in for nomination.
YES: (5) Anonich, Kangas, Peterson, Oliver, Siirila
NO: (4)
Bonovetz, Gerovac, Jacobson, Morin
Motion carried. The following seven applicants are nominated:
1.
Robert Berg, E8248 Sanders Rd, Bessemer, Mi 49911
2.
James Cebolski, 406 East Iron St. Bessemer, Mi 49911
3.
Roy D’Antonio, E18749 Big Lake Rd, Watersmeet, Mi 49969
4.
Marvin LaGrew, N14511 Black River Rd, Ironwood, Mi 49938
5.
Charles A Lorenson, 237 W. Ridge St, Ironwood, Mi 49938
6.
Bob Orlich, 104 Sunday Lake St, Wakefield, Mi 49968
7.
William Perkis, N8851 S. Davis, Rd, Ironwood, Mi 49938
Roll
Call Vote #1
Bonovetz
Cebolski
Anonich
Orlich
Peterson
D’Antonio
Morin
LaGrew
Oliver
Perkis
Siirila
D’Antonio
Gerovac
D’Antonio
Jacobson
Cebolski
Kangas
LaGrew
No
nominee received the required majority vote.
A
motion was made by Morin, supported by Peterson and carried by unanimous voice
vote to eliminate applicants 1 and 5, Berg and Lorenson.
Anonich
Orlich
Peterson
D’Antonio
Morin
LaGrew
Oliver
Perkis
Siirila
D’Antonio
Gerovac
D’Antonio
Jacobson
Cebolski
Bonovetz
Cebolski
Kangas
LaGrew
No
nominee received the required majority vote.
A
motion was made by Gerovac, supported by Siirila and carried by unanimous voice
vote to eliminate Perkis and Orlich.
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Roll
Call Vote #3
Peterson
D’Antonio
Morin
LaGrew
Oliver
LaGrew
Siirila
D’Antonio
Gerovac
D’Antonio
Bonovetz
Cebolski
Anonich
LaGrew
Jacobson
D’Antonio
Kangas
LaGrew
No
Nominee received the required majority vote.
A
motion was made by Siirila, supported by Peterson and carried by unanimous voice
vote to eliminate Cebolski.
A
motion was made by Bonovetz, supported by Gerovac to appoint Roy D’Antonio to
the road commission.
YES: (7) Bonovetz, Gerovac, Jacobson,
Kangas,
Peterson, Oliver, Siirila
NO: (2) Anonich, Morin
Motion
carried Roy D’Antonio appointed to the Road Commission Board for a six-year
term.
2.
Airport Board (Chairman’s appointment)
Chairman
Kangas appointed Commissioners Morin, Bonovetz and Oliver to the Airport Board.
3.
Forestry and Parks Commission (Chairman’s appointment)
Chairman
Kangas appointed Tom Gerovac to the Forestry and Parks Commission.
Kangas
informed the commissioners that he would be making the sub- committee and agency
appointments by the end of the week.
There was none.
PUBLIC
COMMENT ( 5 minute limit)
Roy
D’Antonio thanked the Board for the appointment to the Road Commission.
ADJOURNMENT
A
motion was made by Peterson, supported by Oliver and carried by unanimous voice
vote to adjourn to the call of the Chair.
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Leroy Kangas, Chairman Gerry R Pelissero, Clerk
GOGEBIC
COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
Regular
Meeting
January
10, 2007
County
Courthouse
Bessemer,
MI 49911
5:00
P.M.
CALL
TO ORDER
ROLL
CALL:
Present: (8)
Anonich, Bonovetz, Gerovac, Jacobson,
Kangas,
Morin, Oliver, Siirila
Absent: (1) Peterson
APPROVAL
OF THE MINUTES (December 27, 2006
regular and January 2, 2007 re-organizational meeting minutes)
A
motion was made by Oliver, supported by Bonovetz and carried by unanimous voice
vote to make a correction to the December 27th, 2006 minutes, page
two regarding the road commission the motion should read “ benefits will be
eliminated for newly appointed and newly re-appointed”. A
motion was then made by Gerovac, supported by Morin and carried by unanimous
voice vote to approve of the minutes as corrected and approve the January 2nd,
2007 minutes as presented.
APPROVAL
OF AGENDA
A
motion was made by Oliver, supported by Gerovac and carried by unanimous voice
vote to approve the agenda as presented along with three additions, a budget
amendment for 426 emergency management, a request from WUPPDR for a private
sector appointment to the WUPPDR board, and the February Michigan Association of
County Commissioners conference in Lansing.
CITIZENS
WISHING TO ADDRESS THE COUNTY BOARD ON AGENDA ITEMS
(5-minute
limit)
There
was none.
COMMUNICATIONS:
1.
Circuit Court Judge Roy Gotham
(RE:
fund 216 Probation Supervision Fund)
Judge
Gotham was in attendance and informed the Board that the Michigan Supreme Court
is recommending the elimination of the fund. After discussion, a
motion was made by Bonovetz,
supported by Gerovac to discontinue fund 216 as recommended by Gotham and to
amend the budgets accordingly.
new
line item 101-000-602.02
Probation Supervision $5,800.00
Expenditures
101-131-850.00
Telephone increased by $1,300.00
New
line item 101-131-932.00
Equip repairs/maint. $4,500.00
YES: (8)
Anonich, Bonovetz, Gerovac, Jacobson,
Kangas, Morin,
Oliver, Siirila
NO: (0)
None
Motion
carried.
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2.
Stephen Thomas, Fair Board Chairman
(RE:
2007 annual appropriation release, $5,000 approved)
A
motion was made by Oliver, supported by Morin and carried by unanimous voice vote
to release the 2007 Fair Appropriation of $5,000.
Agenda
Additions:
3.
WUPPDR private sector appointment
Chairman
Kangas informed the Board that Jim Stingle executive director of WUPPDR was
seeking a private person to be appointed as one of the County’s representative
on their board. Stingle recommended Don Bennetts a
motion was made by Gerovac to
appoint Bennetts after discussion Gerovac withdrew that motion. A
motion was made by Oliver, supported by Gerovac and carried by unanimous voice
vote to advertise for applicants to be appointed by the Board.
4.
Michigan Association of County Commissioners conference.
Kangas
informed the Board the conference would be held February 12-13th in
Lansing. He recommended that two commissioners be allowed to attend. Oliver said
he was interested and then a
motion was made by Bonovetz supported by Gerovac and carried by unanimous voice
vote to allow Oliver to attend the conference.
5.
Budget Amendment for Emergency Management Budget
A
motion was made by Gerovac, supported by Oliver to amend the Emergency Management
Services budget as requested by Jim Loeper.
101-000-505.00 State Grant Dept Justice
$8,622.55
101-426-750.00 Supplies & Materials increase by $8,622.55
YES: (8)
Anonich, Bonovetz, Gerovac, Jacobson,
Kangas,
Morin, Oliver, Siirila
NO: (0)
None
Motion carried.
County Treasurer Sue Pertile asked if the five new commissioners were interested in County credit cards for travel purposes, with a $2,000.00 limit. Brief discussion followed and then a motion was made by Oliver, supported by Gerovac and carried by unanimous voice vote that new commissioners Anonich, Bonovetz, Jacobson, Morin and Siirila are provided with credit cards.
Melanie Fullman, District Ranger of the Ottawa National Forest updated the Board on the timber sales and snowmobiles trails on the Ottawa.
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PUBLIC COMMENT (5-minute limit)
Ben Drier of Wakefield was in attendance and briefly discussed wind turbine power, which is being experimented with in Wakefield.
ADJOURNMENT
A
motion was made by Gerovac, supported by Bonovetz and carried by unanimous voice
vote to adjourn to the call of the Chair. The meeting adjourned at 5:30pm.
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Regular
Meeting
January
24, 2007
County
Courthouse
Bessemer,
MI 49911
5:00
P.M.
CALL
TO ORDER
ROLL
CALL:
Present: (9)
Anonich, Bonovetz, Gerovac, Jacobson,
Kangas, Morin,
Peterson, Oliver, Siirila
Absent: (0) None
APPROVAL
OF THE MINUTES (January 10th, 2007
regular meeting minutes)
A motion was made by Gerovac, supported by Peterson and carried by unanimous voice vote to approve the minutes as presented.
APPROVAL
OF AGENDA
A
motion was made by Oliver, supported by Gerovac and carried by unanimous voice
vote to approve the agenda as presented along with one addition; 7.
communications an update on the Remonumentation program.
CITIZENS
WISHING TO ADDRESS THE COUNTY BOARD ON AGENDA ITEMS
(
5 minute limit )
There
was none.
Committee
Meetings - Summary Reports
1.
Finance, Budgeting & Auditing Committee--------12/27/06
A
motion was made by Morin, supported by Peterson and carried by unanimous voice
vote to accept the report as presented.
APPEARANCES:
1.
Pat Merrill, County EDC Director
Merrill
introduced himself to the new members of the Board and then gave an update on
the projects he is working on, which included the County-wide comprehensive
plan, marketing the vacant Armory building and a planned elected officials
meeting in April and he is hoping to have our State Legislators Prusi and Lathi
along with representatives of the Governors office and Federal delegation.
COMMUNICATIONS:
1.
Jonathon Mead, CEO UPCAP
(RE:
2007 Dues)
A
motion was made by Peterson, supported by Gerovac to pay the UPCAP dues for 2007.
YES: (9) Anonich, Bonovetz, Gerovac, Jacobson,
Kangas, Morin,
Peterson, Oliver, Siirila
NO: (0) None
Motion
carried.
2.
Randy Kirchhoff, HOPE Animal Shelter Director
(RE:
2007 Appropriation release schedule)
A
motion was made by Bonovetz, supported by Oliver to release the 2007
appropriation to HOPE as requested and to receive and place the
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24, 2007
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communication
on file.
YES: (9) Anonich, Bonovetz, Gerovac, Jacobson,
Kangas, Morin,
Peterson, Oliver, Siirila
NO: (0) None
Motion
carried.
3.
State Representative 110th District Mike Lahti
(RE:
DNR fishing and hunting proposed license fee increase)
A
motion was made by Peterson, supported Gerovac and carried by unanimous voice
vote to receive the communication and place it on file.
4.
Tom Hickson, Director of MAC Legislative Affairs
(RE:
DNR license fees)
A
motion was made by Oliver, supported by Bonovetz and carried by unanimous voice
vote to receive the communication and place it on file.
5.
County Treasurer Sue Pertile
(RE:
new desk purchases)
A
motion was made by Gerovac, supported by Anonich and carried by unanimous voice
vote to receive the communication and place it on file.
6.
Probate Judge Joel Massie
(RE:
Juvenile Court Intensive Probation Officer hiring)
A
motion was made by Gerovac, supported by Oliver and carried by unanimous voice
vote to receive the communication and place it on file.
7.
Remonumentation Program update.
Director
of the Gogebic County Remonumentation Program, Dick Bolen briefing explained the
program to the Board and answered question of the regarding the funding for the
program.
1.
Commissioner Joe Bonovetz
(RE:
Road Commission Board expansion)
Commissioner
Bonovetz thought with the passing of House Bill 4315 it would be a good time to
discuss the possibility of expanding the Road Commission Board from three to
five. Bruce Edyvean, Business Manager for the Road Commission was in attendance
and he joined the discussion with the Board. Edyvean said the expansion would
increase the commission cost to about $3,500 to $5,000 for the two members.
Lengthy discussion was held and then a
motion was made by Anonich,
supported by Morin and carried on an 8 yea – 1 nay vote to table the matter.
TRIAL
BALANCE/CASH BALANCE
A motion was made by Gerovac, supported by Peterson and carried by unanimous voice vote to approve the reports as presented.
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Meeting
January
24, 2007
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GENERAL
FUND REVENUE AND EXPENDITURE CONTROL
A
motion was made by Oliver, supported by Jacobson and carried by unanimous voice
vote to approve the reports as presented.
CLAIMS
AND ACCOUNTS
A
motion was made by Gerovac, supported by Oliver to approve the pre-paids and pay
the claims as presented along with the following additions: Galls for $480.90
out of 101-306-745.00 uniforms; Superior Fire Protection for $175.00 out of
101-265-933.00 repairs/maintenance and to authorize the Wells Fargo Credit Card
bill as pre-paids because the master list wasn’t received yet.
YES: (9) Anonich, Bonovetz, Gerovac, Jacobson,
Kangas,
Morin, Peterson, Oliver, Siirila
NO: (0) None
Motion
carried.
Clerk Pelissero advised the Board that no letters of application have been received as of today for the WUPPDR Board public sector position for Gogebic County. He also asked for a County Board representative on the Gogebic County Retiree Health Committee, Chairman Kangas will make an appointment.
PUBLIC
COMMENT ( 5 minute limit)
Melanie Fullman, Ottawa National Forest, District Ranger spoke to the Board regarding payments to the County and the process used to provide the revenues to Counties.
Rich
Hill, an employee of the Road Commission spoke out in favor of the Road
Commission Board expansion that was discussed earlier in the meeting.
ADJOURNMENT
A
motion was made by Gerovac, supported by Oliver and carried by unanimous voice
vote to adjourn to the Call of the Chair. The meeting adjourned at 5:55pm.
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Leroy Kangas, Chairman Gerry R Pelissero, Clerk
GOGEBIC
COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
Regular
Meeting
February
14, 2007
County
Courthouse
Bessemer,
MI 49911
5:00
P.M.
CALL
TO ORDER
The
meeting was called to order at 5PM by Chairman Kangas.
ROLL
CALL
Present: (9) Anonich, Bonovetz,
Gerovac, Jacobson,
Kangas, Morin,
Peterson, Oliver, Siirila
Absent: (0) None
APPROVAL
OF THE MINUTES(January 24, 2007
regular meeting minutes)
A
motion was made by Gerovac, supported by Morin and carried by unanimous voice
vote to approve the minutes as presented.
APPROVAL
OF AGENDA
A
motion was made by Oliver, supported by Gerovac and carried by unanimous voice
vote to approve the agenda as presented along with one addition: 9.
communications RE: Road Commission Board expansion
CITIZENS
WISHING TO ADDRESS THE COUNTY BOARD ON AGENDA ITEMS
(5
minute limit)
Betty
Rands mentioned she and about 8 other County general fund retirees were in
attendance regarding communication #1.
COMMUNICATIONS:
1.
Sue Pertile, County Treasurer
(RE:
Gogebic County Retirees benefit change)
Sue
Pertile discussed the report and the costs to provide the benefit for the 35
retirees of the general fund. Discussion was held regarding this un-budgeted
request. A motion was made by Gerovac, supported by Peterson to refer the matter to the
finance committee to see if funds are available to provide the benefit.
YES: (9) Anonich, Bonovetz, Gerovac, Jacobson,
Kangas, Morin,
Peterson, Oliver, Siirila
NO: (0)
None
Motion
carried.
A motion was made by Oliver, supported by Gerovac and carried by unanimous voice vote to pay the cost of the actuarial study out of the Board of Commissioner’s budget line item 101-101-805.02 Contractual. The cost of the study was $1,500.00.
2.
Sue Pertile, County Treasurer
(RE:
Borrowing Resolution)
Pertile
informed the Board she would like the borrowing resolution adopted in case she
would have to borrow funds to complete the tax settlement. Pertile indicated
that she felt borrowing may not be necessary this year. A
motion was made by Peterson,
supported by Oliver to adopt the resolution as presented.
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YES: (9) Anonich, Bonovetz, Gerovac, Jacobson,
Kangas, Morin,
Peterson, Oliver, Siirila
NO: (0)
None
Motion
carried.
3.
Bruce Edyvean, Manager, County Road Commission
(RE:
Compensation and Fringe Benefits)
A
motion was made by Bonovetz, supported by Gerovac and carried by unanimous voice
vote to approve of the change to item number 5 and receive the communication and
place it on file.
4.
Spring M Rosales, Deputy District Ranger, Ottawa Nat’l Forest
(RE:
Jack Pine budworm fuel reduction project)
A
motion was made by Peterson, supported by Morin and carried by unanimous voice
vote to receive the communication and place it on file.
5.
Bob Lueckel, Forest Supervisor, Ottawa Nat’l Forest
(RE:
LVD Land exchange)
A
motion was made by Gerovac, supported by Bonovetz and carried by unanimous voice
vote to receive the communication and place it on file.
6.
Melanie Fullman, District Ranger, Ottawa Nat’l Forest
(RE:
Easement right for access to corporate roads)
A
motion was made by Bonovetz, supported by Oliver and carried by unanimous voice
vote to receive the communication and place it on file.
7.
Norman Nass, District Ranger, Ottawa Nat’l Forest
(RE:
Duck Lake Timber Salvage)
A
motion was made by Gerovac, supported by Siirila and carried by unanimous voice
vote to receive the communication and place it on file.
8.
Paul Luoma, Chairman, Houghton County Board
(RE:
Houghton County lawsuit)
Discussion
was held whether the County should join Houghton County’s lawsuit regarding a
significant land sale held by International Paper and GMO Renewable Resources,
LLC in six Counties in the U.P. including Gogebic. State and County transfer tax
were not paid on the transactions because of exemptions placed on the two Quit
Claim Deeds and one Covenant Deed that were recorded in all Counties.
Equalization Director, Dave Hardie estimated the market value of the sale at
approximately $26,284,000.00 and the County lost out on approximately $26,000.00
in transfer tax and the State’s share of the transfer tax is about
$200,000.00.
A
motion was made by Oliver, supported by Peterson and carried by unanimous voice
vote to refer the matter to the Prosecutor’s office.
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COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
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Meeting
February
14, 2007
Agenda Addition:
9. Road Commission Board expansion from three to five
A motion was made by Oliver, supported by Gerovac and carried by unanimous voice vote to take the matter off the table. A motion was made by Bonovetz, supported by Oliver and carried by unanimous voice vote to set the required public hearing to discuss the expansion of the Road Commission from three members to five. The Public Hearing was set for March 28th, 2007 at 5pm at the Courthouse in the District Courtroom.
APPROPRIATIONS:
1.
Gogebic-Ontonagon Human Services Coordinating Board
(RE:
2007 Appropriation)
A
motion was made by Oliver, supported by Morin to release the 2007 HSCB
appropriation and receive the communication and place it on file.
YES: (9) Anonich, Bonovetz, Gerovac, Jacobson,
Kangas, Morin,
Peterson, Oliver, Siirila
NO: (0)
None
Motion
carried.
APPOINTMENTS:
1.
WUPPDR Board private sector position
A
motion was made by Peterson, supported by Oliver to appoint Don Bennetts to the
WUPPDR Board, discussion followed regarding who would be responsible for the
expenses for travel and meeting per diems for Mr. Bennetts. After discussion,
Peterson rescinded his motion and Oliver his support of the motion. A
motion was made by Oliver, supported by Morin to table the matter until Oliver
can clarify the per diem and travel expense matters, Oliver has a WUPPDR meeting
next week he will report back the Board.
2.
Gogebic County Finance Authority Board
A
motion was made by Peterson, supported by Gerovac and carried by unanimous voice
vote to re-appoint Jim Partanen to the Gogebic Hospital Finance Authority.
3.
Community Mental Health
Lengthy
discussion was held on how the County should advertise for the openings for the
CMH Board. A motion was made by Gerovac, supported by Bonovetz and carried by unanimous voice
vote to have Community Mental Health advertise and pay for ad, the applications
will be sent to the County Clerk, who will forward them to CMH for a
recommendation to the County Board and the County Board will make the
appointment.
A
motion was made by Morin, supported by Oliver and carried by unanimous voice vote
to set the deadline for applications to be received by March 2nd,
2007.
GOGEBIC
COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
Regular
Meeting
February
14, 2007
Rick Minkin, CEO, Gogebic County Community Mental Health discussed the funding and the services provided by CMH.
PUBLIC
COMMENT (5 minute limit)
There
was none.
ADJOURNMENT
A
motion was made by Gerovac, supported by Bonovetz and carried by unanimous voice
vote to adjourn to the call of the chair. The meeting adjourned at 6:07pm.
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Regular
Meeting
February
28, 2007
Bessemer,
MI 49911
5:00
P.M.
CALL
TO ORDER
ROLL
CALL:
Present:
(8) Anonich, Bonovetz, Gerovac, Jacobson,
Kangas, Morin, Oliver, Siirila
Absent: (1)
Peterson
APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES (February 14, 2007 regular meeting minutes)
A motion was made by Gerovac, supported by Oliver and carried by unanimous voice vote to approve the minutes as presented.
APPROVAL
OF AGENDA
A
motion was made by Oliver, supported by Morin and carried by unanimous voice vote
to approve the agenda as presented along with two additions to communications:
6. Jim Loeper with an update on the computer virus and 7. Duane Duray, Airport
manager scheduling and funding issues at the airport.
CITIZENS
WISHING TO ADDRESS THE COUNTY BOARD ON AGENDA ITEMS
(5-minute
limit)
There
was none.
Committee
Meetings - Summary Reports
1.
Finance, Budgeting & Auditing Committee-----01/24/07
A
motion was made by Oliver, supported by Gerovac and carried by unanimous voice
vote to receive the report and place it on file.
2.
Judiciary & Law Enforcement Committee-------02/06/07
A
motion was made by Oliver, supported by Anonich and carried by unanimous voice
vote to authorize the sheriff to apply for a grant for the purchase of a vehicle
through the USDA.
A
motion was made by Oliver, supported by Gerovac and carried by unanimous voice
vote to change the resolution to effectuate prisoner board and care charge, the
sixth paragraph should now read “It is further resolved, that the Gogebic
County Board of Commissioners establishes a booking fee of $20.00, $12.00 goes
into a training fund set up within the County and $8.00 goes into the General
Fund for jail operations, improvements, etc.
3.
Finance, Budgeting & Auditing Committee-----02/22/07
A
motion was made by Bonovetz, supported by Gerovac and carried by unanimous voice
vote to approve the membership of the at large appointment to the WUPPDR Board
with payments of an out-of-County per diem of $30.00 and to travel with a County
Board member whenever possible.
COMMUNICATIONS:
1.
Bob Lueckel, Forest Supervisor, Ottawa National Forest
(RE:
Wild and Scenic Rivers draft Comprehensive River
Management
Plan and Environmental Assessment)
A
motion was made by Bonovetz, supported by Gerovac and carried by unanimous voice
vote to receive the communication and place it on file.
Regular
Meeting
February
28, 2007
Page
Two
2.
Edward Jenich Jr., Chairman WUPPDR
(RE:
rails to trails)
A
motion was made by Gerovac, supported by Oliver and carried by unanimous voice
vote to receive the communication and place it on file.
3.
Larry Sanders, County Sheriff
(RE:
Road Patrol vacancy)
A
motion was made by Gerovac, supported by Morin and carried by unanimous voice
vote to authorize the sheriff to post the position to fill the vacancy upon Mark
Whitley’s retirement.
4.
Lori Hauswith, Associate Planner
(RE:
County recreation plan)
A
motion was made by Morin, supported by Bonovetz and carried by unanimous voice
vote to support the proposed plan update.
5.
Gerry Pelissero, County Clerk/Register
(RE:
Mine inspector appointment)
A
motion was made by Oliver, supported by Gerovac and carried by unanimous voice
vote to receive the communication and place it on file.
6.
Jim Loeper, Emergency Management Services
(RE:
County Computer virus update)
Loeper
updated the Board on the computer virus, which hit the County computers on
February 21st. The County IT people have been working on the problems
since then and one server was damaged and will need to be replaced. Loeper said
the technology committee will meet on Friday of this week and will be making
recommendations to protect the County from further computer viruses. The
Computer Doctors of Ironwood have been working on the matter as well. Loeper
asked the board for approval to purchase additional equipment that would be kept
off site to backup all the data produced daily by the County’s servers, the
cost is approximately $3,000.00. A
motion was made by Bonovetz,
supported by Gerovac to authorize the purchase of the necessary equipment to
provide additional computer backup.
YES: (8) Anonich, Bonovetz, Gerovac, Jacobson,
Kangas,
Morin, Oliver, Siirila
NO: (0)
None
Motion
carried.
7. Duane Duray, Airport manager
Duray addressed the Board regarding the Essential Air Services (EAS) situation at the Airport along with scheduling problems and EAS funding for the airport. He was seeking the Board’s help in notifying our Legislators in Lansing and Washington on these issues. A motion was made by Bonovetz, supported by Oliver and carried by unanimous voice vote to send letters of concern and to seek help for the Airport.
Regular
Meeting
February
28, 2007
Page Three
INCREMENTS/LONGEVITY
1.
Jay Holm, Maintenance, Five year longevity
A
motion was made by Morin, supported by Jacobson and carried by unanimous voice
vote to approve the longevity request.
TRIAL
BALANCE/CASH BALANCE
A motion was made by Oliver, supported by Gerovac and carried by unanimous voice vote to accept the report as presented.
GENERAL
FUND REVENUE AND EXPENDITURE CONTROL
A
motion was made by Gerovac, supported by Oliver and carried by unanimous voice
vote to accept the report as presented.
CLAIMS
AND ACCOUNTS
A
motion was made by Gerovac, supported by Oliver to approve the pre-paids and pay
the claims as presented along with the following additions, 7 soldiers &
sailors allowances at $300.00 each and the Computer Doctors bills totaling
$19,543.00.
YES: (8) Anonich, Bonovetz, Gerovac, Jacobson,
Kangas,
Morin, Oliver, Siirila
NO: (0)
None
Motion
carried.
A motion was made by Oliver, supported by Gerovac and carried by unanimous voice vote to appoint Don Bennetts to the at-large private sector County position on the WUPPDR Board.
Chairman Kangas informed the Board that the USDA would present a check to the Sheriff Department on March 13, 2007 at the Courthouse.
Melanie Fullman, Ottawa National Forest District Ranger discussed the snowmobile trails on the Ottawa.
PUBLIC
COMMENT (5 minute limit)
There
was none.
A
motion was made by Gerovac, supported by Oliver and carried by unanimous voice
vote to adjourn to the call of the chair. The meeting adjourned at 5:53PM.
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GOGEBIC
COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
Regular
Meeting
March
14, 2007
County
Courthouse
Bessemer,
MI 49911
5:00
P.M.
CALL
TO ORDER
ROLL
CALL
Present:
(9) Anonich, Bonovetz, Gerovac, Jacobson,
Kangas, Morin, Peterson, Oliver, Siirila
Absent: (0) None
APPROVAL
OF THE MINUTES (February 28, 2007
regular meeting minutes.)
A
motion was made by Gerovac, supported by Morin and carried by unanimous voice
vote to approve the minutes as presented.
APPROVAL
OF AGENDA
A
motion was made by Gerovac, supported by Oliver and carried by unanimous voice
vote to approve the agenda as presented along with three additions: 1. Friend of
the Court one increment, 2. Equalization hiring and 3. Union Negotiations.
CITIZENS
WISHING TO ADDRESS THE COUNTY BOARD ON AGENDA ITEMS
(5-minute
limit)
There
was none.
COMMUNICATIONS:
1.
Eric Forsberg, Controller, Houghton County
(RE:
International Paper land exchange)
A
motion was made by Oliver, supported by Gerovac and carried by unanimous voice
vote to ask the Prosecutor for a report on the matter that was referred to
office.
2.
Robert Lueckel, Forest Supervisor, Ottawa National Forest
(RE: Ranger District, Bessemer Land and Building
Conveyance Project.)
Bessemer
District Ranger Melanie Fullman was in attendance and introduced to the Board
the interim Ottawa Forest Supervisor, Jo Reyer. Fullman briefly discussed the
Land Conveyance project with the Board. A
motion was made by Gerovac,
supported by Bonovetz and carried by unanimous voice vote to receive the
communication and place it on file.
3.
Norman Nass, District Ranger, Ottawa National Forest
(RE: Camp 7 Vegetation Management Project)
A
motion was made by Oliver, supported by Gerovac and carried by unanimous voice
vote to receive the communication and place it on file.
4.
Robert Lueckel, Forest Supervisor, Ottawa National Forest
(RE:
Watersmeet Ranger Station Office Replacement Project)
A
motion was made by Bonovetz, supported by Peterson and carried by unanimous voice
vote to receive the communication and place it on file.
GOGEBIC
COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
Regular
Meeting
Agenda Additions:
1. Friend of the Court, Patti Ceccon, one-year
A motion was made by Gerovac, supported by Peterson and carried by unanimous voice vote to approve the one-year increment.
2. Hiring in Equalization office.
Oliver informed the Board of Personnel and Negotiations Committee meeting of 4PM today. The Committee was notified of the retirement of Dave Hardie and Sandy Morrison in 2007. Another meeting is scheduled for next week, a motion was made by Oliver, supported by Gerovac and carried by unanimous voice vote to advertise and post the union positions if necessary to fill the vacancies.
3. Union Negotiations
A motion was made by Bonovetz, supported by Oliver and carried by unanimous voice vote to authorize the Administrator send letters to both the Courthouse union and Deputy Association seeking their proposals.
Clerk Gerry Pelissero informed the Board that Michigan DNR fisheries manager George Madison would like to meet on the committee level to discuss the 2006 Board resolution regarding Lake Gogebic experimental fishing regulations. A meeting of the Economic Development and Capital Improvements committee has been set for March 29, 2007 at 1:30pm.
A motion was made by Peterson, supported by Oliver and carried by unanimous voice vote to ask the Prosecutor for a report on the Road Commission right away matter that was referred to his office in December of 2006.
Administrator Juliane Giackino informed the Board that through the USDA Gogebic County will receive a grant for weather radio transmitters in the amount of $71,642.00.
Melanie Fullman, District Ranger, updated the Board on the snowmobile trails on the Ottawa.
PUBLIC
COMMENT (5-minute limit)
There
was none.
ADJOURNMENT
A
motion was made by Gerovac, supported by Peterson and carried by unanimous voice
vote to adjourn to the call of the chair. The meeting adjourned at 5:34pm.
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PUBLIC
HEARING/Regular Meeting
March
28th, 2007
County
Courthouse
5:00
P.M
CALL
TO ORDER
Present: (9)
Anonich, Bonovetz, Gerovac, Jacobson,
Kangas,
Morin, Peterson, Oliver, Siirila
Absent: (0) None
A motion was made by Gerovac, supported by Morin and carried by unanimous voice vote to open the public hearing.
The
Gogebic County Board of Commissioners will hold a Public Hearing in accordance
with Public Act 598 of 2006.
The
purpose of the Public Hearing is to seek public comment regarding the expansion
of the Gogebic County Road Commission Board from a Three (3) member Board to a
Five (5) member Board.
In
accordance with Public Act 598 of 2006
Persons speaking at the Public Hearing were as follows:
1. Rich Hill, Road Commission employee, spoke in favor of the expansion from three to five members.
2. Dudley Pierce, Watersmeet Township Clerk, spoke in favor of the expansion from three to five members.
3. Roy D’Antonio, Road Commission member, spoke in favor of the expansion from three to five members.
4. Bob Raisanen, Gogebic County Township Association Representative, read a resolution that was passed unanimously by the Association in favor of the expansion.
5. Gerald Gullan, Road Commission employee, spoke in favor of the expansion.
6. Ken Wendt, Watersmeet Township Trustee, spoke in favor of the expansion.
7. Doug Holm, Road Commission employee, spoke in favor of the expansion.
The
chairman asked three more times for any additional comment, there was none.
A
motion was
made by Peterson, supported by Gerovac and carried by unanimous voice vote to
close the public hearing.
A
motion was made by Bonovetz, supported by Gerovac to expand the Gogebic County
Road Commission from three members to five members.
YES: (9) Anonich, Bonovetz, Gerovac, Jacobson,
Kangas, Morin,
Peterson, Oliver, Siirila
NO: (0)
None
Motion
carried.
Regular
Meeting
March
28th, 2007
Page
Two
APPROVAL
OF THE MINUTES(March 14th,
2007 Regular meeting minutes.)
A motion was made by Morin, supported by Oliver and carried by unanimous voice vote to approve the minutes as presented.
APPROVAL
OF AGENDA
A
motion was made by Gerovac, supported by Bonovetz and carried by unanimous voice
vote to approve the agenda as presented along with the following additions:
Communications additions: 7. from Sheriff Sanders RE: patrol vehicle bids; 8.
Letter from Gene Johnson RE: Retirement; 9. Answers dues and membership; 10.
Prosecuting Attorney letter RE: Board Advice on joining Houghton County
in Civil Suit to obtain County Transfer Tax
CITIZENS
WISHING TO ADDRESS THE COUNTY BOARD ON AGENDA ITEMS
(5
minute limit)
There
was none.
Committee
Meetings - Summary Reports
1.
Finance, Budgeting & Auditing Committee---02/28/07
2.
Technology Committee ---------------------03/02/07
3.
Personnel & Negotiations Committee--------03/14/07
4.
Health and Welfare Committee--------------03/19/07
5.
Personnel & Negotiations Committee--------03/20/07
A
motion was made by Bonovetz, supported by Peterson and carried by unanimous voice
vote to receive committee reports 1 through 5 and place them on file.
COMMUNICATIONS:
1.
State Representative Mike Lahti
(RE:
Federal Airport Funding)
A
motion was made by Gerovac, supported by Oliver and carried by unanimous voice
vote to receive the communication and place it on file.
2.
Norman Nass, Ottawa National Forest
(RE:
Lac Vieux Desert Land Exchange, final decision)
A
motion was made by Gerovac, supported by Morin and carried by unanimous voice
vote to receive the communication and place it on file.
3.
Jo Reyer, Acting Forest Supervisor, Ottawa National Forest
(RE:
Land exchange proposal in 40-acre tracts in Watersmeet)
A
motion was made by Oliver, supported by Jacobson and carried by unanimous voice
vote to receive the communication and place it on file.
4.
Pat Merrill, Director, County EDC
(RE:
Countywide Comprehensive Plan)
A
motion was made by Peterson, supported by Gerovac and carried by unanimous voice
vote to receive the communication and place it on file.
5.
Duane DuRay, Airport Manager
(RE: Airport Board recommendation regarding DuRay’s pension benefit)
Regular
Meeting
March
28th, 2007
Page Three
A motion was made by Bonovetz, supported by Morin and carried by
unanimous voice vote to waive the required payment of the 3-5% into the retirement system for Duane Duray retroactive to January 1st, 2007, per airport board recommendation.
6. Barry Drews, Lake Gogebic Area Chamber of Commerce
(RE: Multi-Trail system)
A motion was made by Peterson, supported by Bonovetz and carried by unanimous voice vote to send a letter of support for the project.
7. Sheriff Larry Sanders
(RE: Patrol Vehicle Purchase)
A motion was made by Gerovac, supported by Anonich and carried by unanimous voice vote to authorize the Sheriff to advertise and seek bids for a four-wheel drive vehicle.
8. Eugene Johnson, County employee, Building and Grounds
(RE: retirement)
A motion was made by Morin, supported by Gerovac and carried by unanimous voice vote to accept the retirement effective April 30, 2007 and to pay him any unused sick leave and vacation.
9. Answers membership and Dues for 2007
A motion was made by Oliver, supported by Jacobson and carried by unanimous voice vote pay the $100 dues, Chairman Kangas appointed Joe Bonovetz, as the County Representative.
10. Prosecuting Attorney Richard Adams
(RE: Board Advice on joining Houghton County in Civil Suit to obtain County Transfer Tax)
A motion was made by Peterson, supported by Gerovac and carried by unanimous voice vote to receive the communication and place it file.
1.
Carol Johnson, Treasurer office- 15 year longevity
A
motion was made by Bonovetz, supported by Siirila to approve of the 15-year
longevity request.
2.
Patti Ikola, Treasurer Office- 10 year longevity
A
motion was made by Gerovac, supported by Morin and carried by unanimous voice
vote to approve of the 10-year longevity request.
APPOINTMENTS:
1.
Community Mental Health
A
motion was made by Morin, supported by Siirila to appoint the four members to the
Community Mental Health Board as recommended by CMH.
The
following were applicants were appointed to three-year terms beginning in April
of 2007:
Robert
Lynn, Ken Wegmeyer, Don Bennetts and Tom Yelich
YES: (7) Anonich, Bonovetz, Kangas, Morin,
Peterson,
Oliver, Siirila
NO: (1)
Jacobson
ABSTAIN: (1)
Gerovac
Motion
carried.
Regular
Meeting
March
28th, 2007
Page
Four
TRIAL
BALANCE/CASH BALANCE
A motion was made by Oliver, supported by Gerovac and carried by unanimous voice vote to approve the report as presented.
GENERAL
FUND REVENUE AND EXPENDITURE CONTROL
A
motion was made by Gerovac, supported by Oliver and carried by unanimous voice
vote to approve the report as presented.
CLAIMS
AND ACCOUNTS
A
motion was made by Gerovac, supported by Siirila, to pay the pre-paids and the
claims as presented with one bill from Stout Mechanical Inc. for $3,380.92
withheld from 101-265-805.02 until a breakdown of hours can be determined, and
to make them a part of the minutes.
YES: (9) Anonich, Bonovetz, Gerovac, Jacobson,
Kangas, Morin,
Peterson, Oliver, Siirila
NO: (0)
None
Motion
carried.
Administrator Juliane Giackino asked for authorization to post the position of Eugene Johnson. A motion was made by Peterson, supported by Siirila and carried by unanimous voice vote to authorize the posting of the full time position.
Melanie Fullman updated the Board on the Ottawa National Forest Parks and Trails.
A motion was made by Bonovetz, supported by Oliver and carried by unanimous voice vote to authorize any commissioner wishing to attend the UP County Commissioner conference in Escanaba May 11-12 may do so.
A motion was made by Oliver, supported by Gerovac and carried unanimous voice vote to send a letter of appreciation to Mr. Johnson for his years of service to the County.
Commissioner Peterson asked what the next step would be to fill the new Road Commission Board positions now that the Board officially took action to expand the Board to five members. Chairman Kangas will recommend a committee to work on the next steps.
PUBLIC
COMMENT (5 minute limit)
Ed
Balduc thanked the Board for expanding the Road Commission to a five member
Board.
Bob
Raisanen also thanked the Board for expanding that Board.
ADJOURNMENT
A
motion was made by Peterson, supported by Jacobson and carried by unanimous voice
vote to adjourn to the Call of the Chair. The meeting adjourned at 6:10pm.
_______________________________
_____________________________
Leroy
Kangas, Chairman
Gerry R.
Pelissero, Clerk
GOGEBIC
COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
Regular
Meeting
April
11, 2007
County
Courthouse
Bessemer,
MI 49911
5:00
P.M.
CALL
TO ORDER
The
meeting was called to order at 5PM by Chairman Kangas.
ROLL
CALL:
Present: (9) Anonich, Bonovetz,
Gerovac, Jacobson,
Kangas,
Morin, Peterson, Oliver, Siirila
Absent: (0) None
APPROVAL
OF THE MINUTES (March 28th,
2007 regular meeting minutes)
A
motion was made by Gerovac, supported by Morin and carried by unanimous voice
vote to approve the minutes as presented.
APPROVAL
OF AGENDA
A
motion was made by Gerovac, supported by Siirila and carried by unanimous voice
vote to approve the agenda as presented along with four additions: 1.
Chairman’s letter to State Representative Mike Lathi regarding Lake Superior
sport fishing, 2. Small Airport Grant support, 3. Sheriff Department Vehicle
Bids and 4. Heritage Trail support request from Conrad Nelson.
CITIZENS
WISHING TO ADDRESS THE COUNTY BOARD ON AGENDA ITEMS
(5-minute
limit)
There
was none.
APPEARANCES:
1.
Timothy McGuire and Brad Comment, Michigan Association of Counties
Mr.
McGuire and Comment address the Board on legislative issues and the Budget
problems the State is facing for this year as well as next year. McGuire thanked
the Board for their support of MAC through out the years and discussed items and
products that MAC is working on for the benefits of the County and their
employees. After their fifteen-minute presentation, a brief question and answer
period with the Board was held.
2.
Dave Hardie, Equalization Director, 2007 Equalization report
Mr.
Hardie presented to the Board the 2007 Equalization Report. This year’s
increase was 7.17% Countywide and the 2007 CEV was $644,783,696.00. After his
presentation, a motion was made by
Peterson, supported by Gerovac to adopt the 2007 Gogebic County Equalization
Report as presented.
YES: (9) Anonich, Bonovetz, Gerovac, Jacobson,
Kangas, Morin, Peterson, Oliver, Siirila
NO: (0)
None
Motion
carried.
GOGEBIC
COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
Regular
Meeting
April
11, 2007
Page
Two
COMMUNICATIONS:
1.
John Siira, Wakefield City Manager
(RE:
Essential Air Service at Gogebic-Iron Co. Airport)
A
motion was made by Bonovetz, supported by Morin and carried by unanimous voice
vote to receive the communication and place it on file.
2.
Mark Halkola, Regional Coordinator, Substance Abuse Agency
(RE:
Release of Act 2 funds, liquor tax revenues)
A
motion was made by Gerovac, supported by Jacobson to release the Public Act 2
funds (liquor tax revenue) to the Western U.P. Substance Abuse Coordinating
Agency in the amount of $17,960.00.
YES: (9) Anonich, Bonovetz, Gerovac, Jacobson,
Kangas, Morin, Peterson, Oliver, Siirila
NO: (0)
None
Motion
carried.
3.
Guy St. Germain, Administrator, Western U.P. Health Dept.
(RE:
intergovernmental agreement)
A
motion was made by Oliver, supported by Siirila to adopt the plan, after
discussion Oliver rescinded his motion and Siirila his support. A
motion was then made by Gerovac, supported by Bonovetz and carried by unanimous
voice vote to refer the document to Corporate Counsel Adams for a recommendation
as to how the Board should proceed.
4.
Charlie Supercynski, President, Western U.P. Heritage Trail Net.
(RE:
heritage trail guides)
Conrad
Nelson spoke on behalf of 165 members of the Historical Society asking the Board
to support the Heritage Trail Project. A
motion was made by Gerovac,
supported by Morin to place a $250.00 advertisement in the Guide along with a
Website link; the funds will come out of the Board’s contractual line item
101-101-805.02.
YES: (9) Anonich, Bonovetz, Gerovac, Jacobson,
Kangas, Morin, Peterson, Oliver, Siirila
NO: (0)
None
Motion
carried.
5.
Sue Pertile, County Treasurer
(RE:
2006 tax settlement report)
Treasurer
Pertile presented to the Board the 2006 tax settlement with the municipalities
in the County. The total settlement for 2006 is $1,571,627.24. A
motion was made by Bonovetz,
supported by Gerovac to authorize Pertile to settle with units of Government as
presented.
YES: (9) Anonich, Bonovetz, Gerovac, Jacobson,
Kangas, Morin, Peterson, Oliver, Siirila
NO: (0)
None
Motion
carried.
GOGEBIC
COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
Regular
Meeting
April
11, 2007
Page
Three
Agenda
Additions:
1.
Chairman Kangas’ letter to State Representative Mike Lahti
(RE:
Lake Superior Sport Fishing)
A
motion was made by Morin, supported by Anonich and carried by unanimous voice
vote to approve of the letter to Lahti and to also send the letter to
Congressman Bart Stupak.
2.
Small Airport Grant
Airport
Manager Duane DuRay sent a letter to the Board seeking support for the Grant and
was asking the County to be the administrator of the Grant. A
motion was made by Peterson,
supported by Siirila and carried by unanimous voice vote to support the grant
and authorize the County to be the Administrator of the Grant.
3.
Sheriff Vehicle Bids
Sheriff
Larry Sanders informed the Board that only one bid was received by the deadline,
Bessemer Auto submitted a bid for a Four Wheel Drive Explorer, one with a tow
package and one without. The total bid with the tow package was $23,487.00. A motion was made by
Bonovetz, supported by Gerovac to authorize the Sheriff to purchase the Explorer
with the tow package from Bessemer Auto Company for the amount in bid of
$23,487.00.
YES: (9) Anonich, Bonovetz, Gerovac, Jacobson,
Kangas, Morin, Peterson, Oliver, Siirila
NO: (0)
None
Motion
carried.
There was none.
Consultation
with Attorney regarding trial or settlement strategy in pending litigation,
Debra Minkin, etal vs. Gogebic County
At
5:45PM, a motion was made by Gerovac,
supported by Peterson to going into closed session to consult with the Board’s
attorney regarding trial or settlement strategy in pending litigation Debra
Minkin etal, vs. Gogebic County.
YES: (9) Anonich, Bonovetz, Gerovac, Jacobson,
Kangas, Morin, Peterson, Oliver, Siirila
NO: (0)
None
Motion
carried.
The
Board returned to Open Session at 6:07PM
A
motion was made by Oliver, supported by Bonovetz to pursue the litigation
strategy as outlined by their attorney in the matter of Debra Minkin etal, vs.
Gogebic County.
YES: (9) Anonich, Bonovetz, Gerovac, Jacobson,
Kangas, Morin, Peterson, Oliver, Siirila
NO: (0)
None
Motion
carried.
GOGEBIC
COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
Regular
Meeting
April
11, 2007
Page
Four
PUBLIC
COMMENT (5-minute limit)
There
was none.
ADJOURNMENT
A
motion was made by Morin, supported by Siirila and carried by unanimous voice
vote to adjourn to the Call of the Chair. The meeting adjourned at 6:15pm.
__________________________
___________________________
APRIL
25, 2007
5:00PM
COUNTY
COURTHOUSE
CLEAN
INDOOR AIR REGULATION
5:00 p.m. (CDT)
Gogebic County Courthouse
200 N. Moore St.
Bessemer, MI 49911
A
public hearing to receive comments regarding a proposed Clean Indoor Air Regulation, to
be effective in the County of Gogebic, administered under the authority of the
Western U.P. District Health Department.
The Regulation would prohibit smoking in all enclosed
workplaces and public places in the Western U.P. Health District excluding
private residences, tobacco specialty stores, sleeping rooms in lodging
facilities, any structure owned and operated by Native American Tribes, and bars
and restaurants.
Present:
Morin, Gerovac, Oliver, Bonovetz, Anonich, Siirila, Jacobson, Kangas
Also
Present: Guy St. Germain, Health Officer Administrator, Western UP Health
Department
A
motion was made by Gerovac supported
by Oliver, and carried by unanimous voice vote to open the public hearing.
Chairman Kangas introduced St. Germain who then discussed the background reason
and purpose for the Clean Indoor Air Regulation. St. Germain said the regulation
will be a complaint driven regulation. Five counties comprising the Western UP
Health Department are considering the same regulation. Counties may opt out of
the regulation. St. Germain fielded questions from the county board as well as
the general public in attendance. Five people in attendance spoke in favor an
encouraged the county board to pass and adopt the regulation.
At
5:34pm a motion was made by Gerovac supported by Siirila and carried by
unanimous voice vote to close the public hearing.
After
lengthy discussion, a motion was made by Bonovetz supported by Oliver to
adopt the Clean Indoor Air Regulation for Gogebic County.
Roll
Call:
Yes: (4) Oliver, Gerovac, Bonovetz, Kangas
No: (4) Morin, Siirila, Jacobson, Anonich
Motion fails.
Regular
Meeting
April
25, 2007
County
Courthouse
Bessemer,
MI 49911
5:00
P.M.
CALL
TO ORDER
ROLL
CALL
Present:
(8) Anonich, Bonovetz, Gerovac, Jacobson,
Kangas, Morin, Oliver, Siirila
Absent: (1)
Peterson
APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES (April 11, 2007 regular meeting minutes)
A motion was made by Gerovac, supported by Morin and carried by unanimous voice vote to approve the minutes as presented.
APPROVAL
OF AGENDA
A
motion was made by Bonovetz, supported by Oliver and carried by unanimous voice
vote to approve the agenda as presented along with the following additions: 1. A
resolution in support of senate bills 410 and 411, 2. Sheriff Dept. ATV
purchase, 3. Sheriff Bessemer-Wakefield police protection contract approval, 4.
Deputy Jim Webber’s temporary replacement due to active duty deployment, 5.
Personnel and Negotiations Committee recommendations, 6. Update on the Logging
Congress meeting, 7. Houghton County Lawsuit with International Paper, 8.
Request for Insurance Bids from City Insurance, 9. Budget Amendment for
Emergency Management budget.
CITIZENS
WISHING TO ADDRESS THE COUNTY BOARD ON AGENDA ITEMS
(
5 minute limit )
There
was none.
Committee
Meetings - Summary Reports
1.
Finance, Budgeting & Auditing Committee-------------03/28/07
2.
Economic Development & Capital Improvements Comm.—--03/29/07
A
motion was made by Gerovac, supported by Jacobson and carried by unanimous voice
vote to receive and place on file reports one and two.
3.
Judiciary and Law Enforcement Committee ------------04/02/07
A
motion was made by Oliver, supported by Siirila to accept the contract from
Health Professionals, Ltd. in the amount of $29,996.93 and the proper officials
be authorized to sign the inmate medical services.
YES: (8) Anonich, Bonovetz, Gerovac, Jacobson,
Kangas, Morin,
Oliver, Siirila
NO: (0) None
Motion
carried.
Regular
Meeting
April
25, 2007
Page
Two
A motion was made by Gerovac, supported by Siirila to approve the bids from the Sawdust Bin in the amount of $4,779.00 for the construction of the laundry room at the Sheriff Department with the cost to be shared with the Building and Grounds budget and the Commissary Fund.
YES: (8) Anonich, Bonovetz, Gerovac, Jacobson,
Kangas, Morin,
Oliver, Siirila
NO: (0) None
Motion carried.
APPEARANCES:
1.
Steve Thomas, Chairman County Fair
(RE:
Fair labor costs)
Steve
Thomas, Chairman of the County Fair Board discussed the cuts to Fairs in
Michigan. Most of the premium dollars and Horse Racing funding have been cut or
drastically reduced. Because of the expected cash flow problem, Thomas asked the
Board to cover his labor cost for two employees beginning June 1st
totaling $7,500.00, along with supply costs, which could total $6,500.00. The
Fair receipts would then reimburse the County for the total necessary. After
further discussion, a motion was made by Gerovac, supported by Oliver to cover the cash flow problem as
discussed up to the start of the Fair.
YES: (8) Anonich, Bonovetz, Gerovac, Jacobson,
Kangas, Morin,
Oliver, Siirila
NO: (0) None
Motion
carried.
2.
Larry Carey, MLRA Project Leader
(RE:
County Soil Survey)
Larry
Carey informed the Board that the Gogebic County Soil Survey, which began in
1997 was recently completed. He thanked the Forestry and Parks Commission for
their role in the survey. Chairman Kangas accepted on behalf of the County a
plaque which detailed the work done on the survey and included a soil survey
borer.
COMMUNICATIONS:
1.
United States Senator Carl Levin
(RE:
Essential Air Service Program)
A
motion was made by Bonovetz, supported by Morin and carried by unanimous voice
vote to receive the communication and place it on file.
2.
Gogebic County EDC Director Pat Merrill
(RE:
letters to Department of Transportation)
A
motion was made by Jacobson, supported by Bonovetz and carried by unanimous voice
vote to receive the communication and place it on file.
Regular
Meeting
April
25, 2007
Page
Three
3.
Scott Erickson, City of Ironwood Manager
(RE:
Letters to Department of Transportation)
A
motion was made by Gerovac, supported by Morin and carried by unanimous voice
vote to receive the communication and place it on file.
4.
Marvin La Grew, Executive Director, Western U.P. Mediators
(RE:
Funding Resolution)
A
motion was made by Morin, supported by Gerovac and carried by unanimous voice
vote to send a letter of support for the resolution.
5.
Jim Loeper, County EMS,
(RE:
NOAA Grant)
A
motion was made by Gerovac, supported by Siirila to accept the grant from NOAA
and authorize the appropriate officials to sign the documents.
YES: (8) Anonich, Bonovetz, Gerovac, Jacobson,
Kangas, Morin,
Oliver, Siirila
NO: (0) None
Motion
carried.
Agenda Additions:
1. Sheriff ATV purchase
A motion was made by Gerovac, supported by Siirila to authorize the sheriff to purchase an ATV through the ORV budget. The funds are provided through the 100% grant. The costs is approximately $7,800.00.
YES: (8) Anonich, Bonovetz, Gerovac, Jacobson,
Kangas, Morin,
Oliver, Siirila
NO: (0) None
Motion
carried.
2. Sheriff Bessemer-Wakefield Contract
A motion was made by Gerovac, supported by Bonovetz to approve the contract for police protection for Bessemer and Wakefield and to authorize the appropriate officials to sign the contracts.
YES: (8) Anonich, Bonovetz, Gerovac, Jacobson,
Kangas, Morin,
Oliver, Siirila
NO: (0) None
Motion
carried.
3. Deputy Jim Webber temporary replacement due to his deployment
to active military duty for one-year.
A motion was made by Gerovac, supported by Bonovetz and carried by unanimous voice vote to authorize the Sheriff to fill the vacancy while Webber is activated, and upon his return he will assume his position with the department.
Regular
Meeting
April
25, 2007
Page
Four
4.
Prosecutor Richard Adams’ recommendation to join the Houghton
County
Lawsuit against International Paper for improper avoidance in paying real estate
transfer taxes. A motion was made by Morin, supported by Oliver to join the lawsuit with Houghton
County and to contract with Attorney Jim Tercha on a fee basis and share
pro-rata out of pocket expenses with Houghton County.
YES: (8) Anonich, Bonovetz, Gerovac, Jacobson,
Kangas, Morin,
Oliver, Siirila
NO: (0) None
Motion
carried.
5.
Resolution supporting senate Bills 410 and 411.
A
motion was made by Gerovac, supported by Jacobson and carried by unanimous voice
vote to adopt the resolution as presented.
6.
Insurance bid from City Insurance
A
motion was made by Oliver, supported by Gerovac and carried by unanimous voice
vote to request a presentation from City Insurance on Health Insurance for a
finance meeting ASAP.
7.
Budget amendment for Emergency Management services budget.
A
motion was made by Oliver, supported by Morin and carried by unanimous voice vote
to amend the budget by $1,000 for travel purposes.
Revenues 101-000-521.00
Federal Grant Terrorism
Original
budget $0.00 increase
to $1,000.00
Expenditures 101-426-860.00
Travel
Original
budget $900.00 increased
by $1,000.00
YES: (8) Anonich, Bonovetz, Gerovac, Jacobson,
Kangas, Morin,
Oliver, Siirila
NO: (0) None
Motion
carried.
8.
Logging Congress update
Jacobson
updated the Board on the recent logging congress held in Wakefield, and was very
impressed with the programs.
9.
Personnel and Negotiations Committee
Jacobson
informed the Board that the equalization vacancies were discussed at a recent
personnel and negotiations committee meeting. Equalization Director Dave Hardie
spoke to the Board about the matter. The Personnel and Negotiations Committee
recommended the following actions: interviews for the Assessor One position
would take place on Tuesday May 1st with the position to be filled by
June 1st, 2007. The Assessor Two position will be offered to Tom
Novascone hourly wage as advertised, to begin June 1st, 2007. Hardie
will begin doing contractual work for the County as of June 1st, 2007
at a cost of $2,250.00 per month. A
motion was made by Gerovac,
Regular
Meeting
April
25, 2007
Page
Five
supported
by Bonovetz to proceed filling the positions in the Equalization Department as
recommended by the Committee.
YES: (8) Anonich, Bonovetz, Gerovac, Jacobson,
Kangas, Morin,
Oliver, Siirila
NO: (0) None
Motion
carried.
APPOINTMENTS:
1.
Gogebic County Fair
Discussion was held regarding whether the Fair Board advertised for applicants. A motion was made by Oliver, supported by Bonovetz and carried by a Seven (7) yea and One (1) nay vote to advertise for the three-year term.
TRIAL
BALANCE/CASH BALANCE
A motion was made by Oliver, supported by Jacobson and carried by unanimous voice vote to approve the reports as presented.
GENERAL
FUND REVENUE AND EXPENDITURE CONTROL
A
motion was made by Bonovetz, supported by Jacobson and carried by unanimous voice
vote to approve the reports as presented.
CLAIMS
AND ACCOUNTS
A
motion was made by Morin, supported by Bonovetz to pay the claims as presented,
along with the pre-paids and to make them apart of the minutes.
YES: (8) Anonich, Bonovetz, Gerovac, Jacobson,
Kangas, Morin,
Oliver, Siirila
NO: (0) None
Motion
carried.
Melanie Fullman briefly addressed the Board on Ottawa National Forest issues. No board action necessary.
PUBLIC
COMMENT (5-minute limit)
There
was none.
ADJOURNMENT
A
motion was made by Gerovac, supported by Jacobson and carried by unanimous voice
vote to adjourn to the Call of the Chair. The meeting adjourned at 6:53pm.
____________________________
___________________________
GOGEBIC
COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
Regular
Meeting
May
9th, 2007
County
Courthouse
Bessemer,
MI 49911
5:00
P.M.
CALL
TO ORDER
The
meeting was called to order at 5PM by Chairman Kangas.
ROLL
CALL:
Present:
(9) Anonich, Bonovetz, Gerovac, Jacobson,
Kangas, Morin, Peterson, Oliver, Siirila
Absent:
(0) None
APPROVAL
OF THE MINUTES(Clean Indoor Air
Public Hearing and April 25, 2007 regular meeting)
A
motion was made by Gerovac, supported by Morin and carried by unanimous voice
vote to approve the minutes from the public hearing and the April 25, 2007
regular meeting.
APPROVAL
OF AGENDA
A
motion was made by Oliver, supported by Gerovac and carried by unanimous voice
vote to approve the agenda as presented along with two additions: 1. Fair Board
Appointment and 2. resolution regarding possible Public Act 2 fund cut by the
State.
CITIZENS
WISHING TO ADDRESS THE COUNTY BOARD ON AGENDA ITEMS
(5
minute limit)
Bill
MacDonald of Bessemer briefly spoke on communication #5. The Country Club
Road-US 2 intersection.
COMMUNICATIONS:
1.
Mark Halkola, Regional Coordinator, Substance Abuse Agency
(RE:
Thank you for Public Act 2 funds)
A
motion was made by Gerovac, supported by Bonovetz and carried by unanimous voice
vote to receive the communication and place it on file.
AGENDA
ADDITION:
Resolution
regarding the possible loss of Public Act 2 funds, Liquor Tax funds.
A
motion was made by Oliver, supported by Gerovac and carried by unanimous voice
vote to adopt a similar resolution as presented by the Michigan Association of
Counties.
2.
United States Senator Carl Levin
(RE:
Essential Air Service program letter from Board)
A
motion was made by Bonovetz, supported by Jacobson and carried by unanimous voice
vote to receive the communication and place it on file.
3.
Kim Stoker, Planning Director
(RE:
Community Economic Development Strategy)
A
motion was made by Gerovac, supported by Oliver and carried by unanimous voice
vote to receive the communication and place it on file.
GOGEBIC
COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
Regular
Meeting
May
9th, 2007
Page
Two
4.
Ann M Young, Area Specialist USDA
(RE:
Sheriff Department Vehicle funds)
A
motion was made by Bonovetz, supported by Morin and carried by unanimous voice
vote to receive the communication and place it on file.
5.
David McDonald Jr., County Resident
(RE:
US-2 Country Club Road intersection)
Mr.
McDonald expressed his concerns about the Country Club road and US 2
intersection with the WalMart Superstore set to open in February of 2008. He
mentioned the letter from the Road Commission Highway Engineer to MDOT
expressing the need for a signal light at the intersection. He felt the message
from the community had to be stronger and with unity from all Municipalities,
City of Ironwood, Charter Township of Ironwood, Road Commission and Board of
Commissioners. There will be a community meeting held on Thursday May 17, 2007
at 4PM at the College in room B22, with representatives of MDOT to discuss the
signaling issue.
Neil
Everson, a resident of Country Club road spoke briefly to the Board on the same
issue. After lengthy discussion, a
motion was made by Gerovac, supported by Morin and carried by unanimous voice
vote to send a letter from the Board to all of our State legislators along with
MDOT, asking that MDOT reconsider their decision to wait six months after the
store is open to reevaluate the signaling of the intersection. A
motion was made by Bonovetz, supported by Jacobson and carried by unanimous voice
vote to receive the communication and place it on file.
6.
Gerry Pelissero, County Clerk-Register
(RE:
Michigan Works Summer Youth Slots 30 available)
After
lengthy discussion, a motion was made by Oliver, supported by
Jacobson
and carried by unanimous voice vote distribute the 30 slots as follows:
Gogebic
County Forestry 2
Gogebic County
Sheriff 1
Ironwood
Chamber 1 Ironwood
Township 2
Gogebic
Community College 2
Bessemer Schools 3
Ironwood
Schools 3 Copper
Peak
5
Watersmeet
Schools 3
City of Wakefield
3
Wakefield
Housing 2 City
of Ironwood 3
AGENDA
ADDITION:
Fair
Board Appointment
GOGEBIC
COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
Regular
Meeting
May
9th, 2007
Page Three
Commissioner
Request:
Jim
Oliver: discussion on Agenda additions.
Discussion
was held regarding the continued additions to the agenda. The agenda has a
cutoff time of noon on the Friday prior to meeting. The Board of Commissioners
in 2004 moved to eliminate all agenda additions after the cutoff unless it had
to be acted immediately. The Board will adhere to that previous motion.
RESOLUTIONS:
1.
Clinton County, re: the State Budget Crisis
A
motion was Oliver, supported by Morin and carried by unanimous voice vote to
adopt a similar resolution.
2.
Iron County
A
motion was made by Oliver, supported by Gerovac and carried by unanimous voice
vote to send a letter of support for the resolution to Iron County.
Clerk Gerry Pelissero informed the Board the Prosecutor has supplied the necessary paper work for signatures by the Clerk and Board Chairman, to join the Houghton County Lawsuit against International Paper, which the Board approved at the April 25, 2007 regular meeting. This was informational only and no action was needed.
PUBLIC
COMMENT (5 minute limit)
Bill
MacDonald of Bessemer briefly thanked the Board for assigning the Five Summer
Youth Slots to Copper Peak.
ADJOURNMENT
A
motion was made by Gerovac, supported by Bonovetz and carried by unanimous voice
vote to adjourn to the Call of the Chair.
______________________________
____________________________
Leroy Kangas, Chairman Gerry R Pelissero, Clerk
Regular
Meeting
May
23, 2007
County
Courthouse
Bessemer,
MI 49911
5:00
P.M.
CALL
TO ORDER
ROLL
CALL
Present: (9) Anonich, Bonovetz,
Gerovac, Jacobson,
Kangas, Morin, Peterson, Oliver, Siirila
Absent: (0) None
APPROVAL
OF THE MINUTES (May 9th,
2007 regular meeting minutes)
A motion was made by Morin, supported by Oliver and carried by unanimous voice vote to approve the minutes as presented.
APPROVAL
OF AGENDA
A
motion was made by Oliver, supported by Gerovac and carried by unanimous voice
vote to approve the agenda as presented along with one addition: Senior Center
Building offer to purchase.
CITIZENS
WISHING TO ADDRESS THE COUNTY BOARD ON AGENDA ITEMS
(5
minute limit)
There
was none.
Committee
Meetings - Summary Reports
1.
Personnel and Negotiations Committee-----04/23/07
2.
Finance, Budgeting & Auditing Committee—-04/25/07
3.
Personnel and Negotiations Committee-----04/26/07
4.
Personnel and Negotiations Committee-----05/01/07
5.
Personnel and Negotiations Committee-----05/02/07
6.
Personnel and Negotiations Committee-----05/03/07
7.
Personnel and Negotiations Committee-----05/14/07
A
motion was made by Gerovac, supported by Peterson and carried by unanimous voice
vote to receive and place on file reports one through seven.
8.
AFSCME Courthouse union negotiations update Personnel and Negotiations
Committee.
Personnel
and Negotiations Committee Chairman Oliver informed the Board that a tentative
agreement had been reached between the AFSCME union of the Courthouse at the
Personnel and Negotiations meeting of May 3, 2007. The full union membership did
ratify the contract recently, and now the Board would have to do the same. Brief
discussion was held, and a motion was made by Jacobson, supported by Gerovac to approve the three-year
contract with the AFSCME union, discussion followed by the members of the Board
who are not apart of the negotiating team, they wanted to know more about the
TA, a copy of the TA was provided and then Jacobson rescinded his motion and
Gerovac rescinded his support. A
motion was then made by Siirila,
supported by Peterson and carried by unanimous voice vote to table the matter
until the June 13th, 2007 regular meeting.
Regular
Meeting
May
23, 2007
Page
Two
APPEARANCES:
1.
County Mine Inspector, Tom Wasley
(RE:
Update on progress of inspections)
Mr.
Wasley appeared at the Finance, Budgeting and Auditing Committee earlier in the
day to give an update on the Mine Inspector position.
COMMUNICATIONS:
1.
Jim Stingle, Executive Director, WUPPDR
(RE:
Notice of Intent, Community Action Agency)
A
motion was made by Bonovetz, supported by Oliver and carried by unanimous voice
vote to send a letter of support for the Notice of Intent and to receive the
communication and place it on file.
2.
State Representative Mike Lathi
(RE:
Senate bills 410 411)
A
motion was made by Oliver, supported by Bonovetz and carried by unanimous voice
vote to receive the communication and place it on file.
3.
State Senator Michael Prusi
(RE:
Senate bills 410 411)
A
motion was made by Gerovac, supported by Morin and carried by unanimous voice
vote to receive the communication and place it on file.
4.
County Administrator Juliane Giackino
(RE
Custodian hiring)
A
motion was made by Oliver, supported by Bonovetz to hire Greg Rigoni for the
position of custodian, with his hire date as soon as he would be available to
begin work for the County.
YES: (9) Anonich, Bonovetz, Gerovac, Jacobson,
Kangas, Morin,
Peterson, Oliver, Siirila
NO: (0)
None
Motion
carried.
5.
County Emergency Management Coordinator Jim Loeper
(RE:
NOAA radio grant funding)
A
motion was made by Gerovac, supported by Bonovetz to approve of the upfront
payment for the grant from the Delinquent Tax Revolving Fund.
YES: (9) Anonich, Bonovetz, Gerovac, Jacobson,
Kangas, Morin,
Peterson, Oliver, Siirila
NO: (0)
None
Motion
carried.
6.
Timothy McGuire, Executive Director, MAC
(RE:
County resolution regarding P.A. 2 funds)
A
motion was made by Bonovetz, supported by Morin and carried by unanimous voice
vote to receive the communication and place it on file.
Regular
Meeting
May
23, 2007
Page
Three
7.
Robert Dunn, Administrator Gogebic County MCF
(RE:
Medicaid cut 06/01/07)
A
motion was made by Jacobson, supported by Anonich and carried by unanimous voice
vote to send a letter to all State Legislators and other interested parties in
opposition of the planned Medicaid cut.
8.
County Equalization Director N. Dave Hardie
(RE:
Appraiser I position)
A
motion was made by Gerovac, supported by Anonich to hire Melissa Prisbe for the
Appraiser One position in the Equalization department. Prisbe’s hire date will
be June 1st, 2007.
YES: (9) Anonich, Bonovetz, Gerovac, Jacobson,
Kangas, Morin,
Peterson, Oliver, Siirila
NO: (0)
None
Motion
carried
9.
Jim Saari, Western U.P. Michigan Works
(RE: Additional funds/positions)
A
motion was made by Morin, supported by Bonovetz and carried by an Eight Yea –
One Nay vote to approve the additional summer youth workers at the State Park as
long as the additional requests from the Airport are honored.
10.
Senior Center Building offer to purchase
At
the Economic Development and Capital Improvements Committee meeting held earlier
in the day it was recommended to the full Board to sell the Senior Center
Building. A motion was made by Siirila,
supported by Bonovetz to accept the offer of $50,000 by Keith Larson for the
Senior Center Building, extend the Realtor Contract to May 28th, 2007
and sell contingent that a suitable rental agreement can be reached to house the
current tenants.
YES: (9) Anonich, Bonovetz,
Gerovac, Jacobson,
Kangas,
Morin, Peterson, Oliver, Siirila
NO: (0)
None
Motion
carried
Longevity/Increments:
1.
Sue Kivi, Two years, Register of Deeds Office
A
motion was made by Oliver, supported by Siirila and carried by unanimous voice
vote to receive the communication and place it on file. Kivi is a part-time
employee and she isn’t eligible for her two-year increment until she completes
four years of part-time work.
APPOINTMENTS
1. Road Commission expansion (advertising)
Following brief discussion, a motion was made by Bonovetz, supported by Peterson and carried by unanimous voice vote to advertise for the Road Commission Board seats, to bill Road Commission for the advertising, applications must picked up at the Clerk’s office and returned by noon on Friday June 8th, 2007.
Regular
Meeting
May
23, 2007
Page Four
TRIAL
BALANCE/CASH BALANCE
A motion was made Gerovac, supported by Peterson and carried by unanimous voice vote to approve the reports as presented.
GENERAL
FUND REVENUE AND EXPENDITURE CONTROL
A
motion was made by Oliver, supported by Gerovac and carried by unanimous voice
vote to approve the reports as presented.
CLAIMS
AND ACCOUNTS
A
motion was made by Gerovac, supported by Oliver to pay the claims as presented
along with the pre-paids and to make them apart of the minutes.
YES: (9) Anonich, Bonovetz, Gerovac, Jacobson,
Kangas, Morin,
Peterson, Oliver, Siirila
NO: (0)
None
Motion
carried
Siirila asked about the status of the negotiations with Iron County regarding the 911 calls from Ironwood being directed to Iron County. Chairman Kangas said he met with Iron County Chairman DeRosso recently to discuss the issues.
PUBLIC
COMMENT (5 minute limit)
There
was none.
ADJOURNMENT
A
motion was made Gerovac, supported by Bonovetz and carried by unanimous voice
vote to adjourn to the Call of the Chair. The meeting adjourned at 5:45PM.
_______________________________
______________________________
Leroy Kangas, Chairman Gerry R Pelissero, Clerk
GOGEBIC
COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
Regular
Meeting
June
13, 2007
County
Courthouse
Bessemer,
MI 49911
5:00
P.M.
CALL
TO ORDER
The
meeting was called to order at 5PM by Chairman Kangas.
ROLL
CALL
Present: (8) Anonich, Bonovetz,
Gerovac, Jacobson,
Kangas,
Morin, Peterson, Oliver
Absent: (0) Siirila
APPROVAL
OF THE MINUTES(May 23, 2007 regular
Board meeting minutes.)
A
motion was made by Gerovac, supported by Morin and carried by unanimous voice
vote to approve the minutes as presented.
APPROVAL
OF AGENDA
A
motion was made by Oliver, supported by Gerovac and carried by unanimous voice
vote to approve the agenda as presented.
CITIZENS
WISHING TO ADDRESS THE COUNTY BOARD ON AGENDA ITEMS
(5-minute
limit)
There
was none.
COMMITTEE
SUMMARY REPORTS
1.
Finance, Budgeting & Auditing Committee------05/30/07
A
motion was made by Oliver, supported by Jacobson and carried by unanimous voice
vote to adopt a change from the Blue Cross Blue Shield Community Blues Plan 2 to
the Community Blues Plan 4 and to offer a cafeteria plan and the Administrator
be authorized to set up the change and informational employee meetings with
Employee Benefits Agency, to be effective 8/01/07.
APPEARANCES:
1.
Equalization Director Dave Hardie
(RE:
Approving County millage rate to levy this summer)
Mr.
Hardie discussed the 2007 tax rate for Gogebic County, which needed to be
adopted. The 2007 tax rate is for operating the General Fund and is set at
6.5239%. This is the first year all County taxes will be levied and received
during the summer. A motion was made by
Peterson, supported by Gerovac to adopt the 2007 tax rate at 6.5239%.
YES: (8) Anonich, Bonovetz, Gerovac, Jacobson,
Kangas, Morin,
Peterson, Oliver
NO: (0) None
Motion
carried.
2.
Pat Merrill, EDC Director
EDC
Director Merrill discussed the countywide comprehensive plan and also the
activity with the Wal-Mart project and the proposed Walgreen’s site in
Ironwood. He briefly touched on the Brownfield redevelopment projects in
Ironwood.
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Two
Merrill
answered a few questions from the Board and no action was needed.
COMMUNICATIONS:
1.
Jo Reyer, Acting Forest Supervisor, Ottawa National Forest
(RE:
final decision McCosker land exchange)
A
motion was made by Gerovac, supported by Morin and carried by unanimous voice
vote to receive the communication and place it on file.
2.
Jo Reyer, Acting Forest Supervisor, Ottawa National Forest
(RE:
Ironwood vacant land conveyance)
A
motion was made by Gerovac, supported by Bonovetz and carried by unanimous voice
vote to receive the communication and place it on file.
3.
Jim Stingle, Executive Director, WUPPDR
(RE:
Notice of Intent; Gogebic Range Water Authority, Section 2, Grand View Storage)
A
motion was made by Oliver, supported by Gerovac and carried by unanimous voice
vote to send a letter of support for the project.
4.
Jim Stingle, Executive Director, WUPPDR
(RE:
Gogebic Range Water Authority, Water Transmission Project)
A
motion was made by Oliver, supported by Morin and carried by unanimous voice vote
to send a letter of support for the project.
5.
Jim Stingle, Executive Director, WUPPDR
(RE:
Notice of Intent; Watersmeet Township Fire Truck)
A
motion was made by Peterson, supported by Jacobson and carried by unanimous voice
vote to send a letter of support for the project.
6.
Jim Stingle, Executive Director, WUPPDR
(RE:
Notice of Intent; Subordinate Loan for SubTerra LLC expansion)
A
motion was made by Bonovetz, supported by Gerovac and carried by unanimous voice
vote to send a letter of support for the project.
7.
State Representative Mike Lahti
(RE:
State Budget Crisis)
A
motion was made by Oliver, supported by Bonovetz and carried by unanimous voice
vote to receive the communication and place it on file.
8.
State Senator Mike Prusi
(RE:
State Budget Crisis)
A
motion was made by Peterson, supported by Gerovac and carried by unanimous voice
vote to receive the communication and place it on file.
9.
Robert Dunn, Administrator, Gogebic Medical Facility
(RE:
Medicaid cuts)
A
motion was made by Bonovetz, supported by Morin and carried by unanimous voice to
receive the communication and place it on file and to send a letter to Mr. Dunn
requesting that when facing future
GOGEBIC
COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
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Meeting
June
13, 2007
Page
Three
reductions
in funding that he looks at all areas of expenses and not just wage rollbacks.
10.
Spring M Rosales, Deputy District Ranger, Ottawa National Forest,
(RE:
Duck Creek Fisheries Habitat Improvement Project)
A
motion was made by Peterson, supported by Anonich and carried by unanimous voice
vote to send a letter of support for the project.
11.
House Bill 4852, a bill to amend 1986 PA 32
A
motion was made by Gerovac, supported by Jacobson and carried by unanimous voice
to table the matter.
District
9 Commissioner George Peterson III
(RE:
Road Commission Board Insurance)
Peterson
felt the Board should follow other U.P. Counties by eliminating the Road
Commission Board’s health and in lieu of insurance benefit in midterm. A
motion was made by Peterson,
supported by Bonovetz to eliminate the health insurance benefit for the Road
Commissioner Board effective 9/1/07 and the in-lieu of insurance benefit
effective 7/1/07.
YES: (7) Anonich, Bonovetz, Gerovac, Jacobson,
Morin, Peterson,
Oliver
NO: (1) Kangas
Motion
carried.
APPOINTMENTS:
1.
Road Commission
A
motion was made by Morin, supported by Bonovetz to nominate Marvin LaGrew and Bob
Berg, after discussion on whether to interview the applicants, Morin rescinded
his motion and Bonovetz withdrew his support on the motion. A
motion was then made by Bonovetz, supported by Peterson and carried by unanimous
voice vote to interview all candidates and set the interviews for June 26, 2007
at 3PM.
TABLED
MATTERS:
1.
Tentative Agreement with Courthouse AFSCME union
A
motion was made by Oliver, supported by Gerovac and carried by unanimous voice
vote to take the item off the table.
A
motion was made by Oliver, supported by Jacobson to ratify the tentative contract
with the Courthouse AFSCME union effective 7/1/07.
YES: (8) Anonich, Bonovetz, Gerovac, Jacobson,
Kangas, Morin,
Peterson, Oliver
NO: (0)
None
Motion
carried.
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COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
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Meeting
June
13, 2007
Page
Four
RESOLUTIONS:
1.
Board meeting location
A
motion was made by Gerovac, supported by Morin to adopt the Board meeting
resolution as presented.
GOGEBIC
COUNTY
BOARD
OF COMMISSIONERS
RESOLUTION 2007-07
Whereas, The Gogebic County Board of Commissioners meets twice a month at the Gogebic County Courthouse,
Whereas, the meeting location is in the District Courtroom, as adopted at the January 2nd, 2007 re-organizational meeting of the Gogebic County Board of Commissioners,
Whereas, seating capacity in the District Courtroom is about 35 people, not counting the nine Commissioners, the Clerk and Administrator, and standing room only is another ten to fifteen people,
Whereas, the meetings of the Gogebic County Board of Commissioners are subject to the OPEN MEETINGS ACT, (Act 267 of 1976)
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, The Gogebic County Board of Commissioners at it’s own discretion will move any regular or special meeting to the Circuit Courtroom, when the Circuit Courtroom is available, and if it appears the District Courtroom’s public capacity will be exceeded, and a member from the public makes the request to move the meeting to the Circuit Courtroom, the Gogebic County Board of Commissioners will honor that request based on availability of the Circuit Courtroom.
YES: (8) Anonich, Bonovetz, Gerovac, Jacobson,
Kangas, Morin,
Peterson, Oliver
NO: (0) None
Motion carried.
A motion was made by Gerovac, supported by Peterson and carried by unanimous voice vote to approve of the purchase of additional air conditioning support for the computer service room.
Chairman Kangas asked the Board to approve the Airport Board request
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COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
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13, 2007
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for their 3rd Quarter appropriation. A motion was made by Gerovac,
supported by Bonovetz and carried by unanimous voice vote to release the 2007 3rd Quarter appropriation.
Melanie Fullman of the Ottawa National Forest, Bessemer Ranger District thanked Marenisco Township and Township Supervisor Bob Raisanen for helping manage four campgrounds in the Township this summer for the Ottawa.
PUBLIC
COMMENT (5 minute limit)
There
was none.
ADJOURNMENT
A
motion was made by Gerovac, supported by Peterson and carried by unanimous voice
vote to adjourn to the Call of the Chair. The meeting adjourned at 5:55pm.
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Regular
Meeting
June
27, 2007
County
Courthouse
Bessemer,
MI 49911
5:00
P.M.
CALL
TO ORDER
ROLL
CALL:
Present: (8) Anonich, Bonovetz, Jacobson,
Kangas, Morin,
Peterson, Oliver, Siirila
Absent: (1) Gerovac
APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES(June 13, 2007 regular meeting minutes.)
A motion was made by Morin, supported by Peterson and carried by unanimous voice vote to approve the minutes as presented.
APPROVAL
OF AGENDA
A
motion was made by Bonovetz, supported by Jacobson and carried by unanimous voice
vote to approve the minutes as presented along with two additions: a letter from
Probate Judge Joel Massie and MMRMA insurance premium return.
CITIZENS
WISHING TO ADDRESS THE COUNTY BOARD ON AGENDA ITEMS
(5-minute
limit)
There
was none.
Committee
Meetings - Summary Reports
1.
Economic Development and Capital Improvements----05/23/07
2.
Personnel and Negotiations Committee-------------05/30/07
A
motion was made by Oliver, supported by Siirila and carried by unanimous voice
vote to receive the communication and place it on file.
3.
Personnel and Negotiations Committee -------------06/0707
a.
A motion was made by Bonovetz, supported by Oliver and carried by unanimous voice
vote that $2,200 be part of Mr. Brad Noren’s Data Processing salary from
6/01/07 to 12/31/07, as that is what remains from Mr. Dave Hardie’s retirement
in that particular budget.
A
motion was made by Oliver, supported by Siirila and carried to table motions b
and c until after the personnel and negotiations committee meeting on Monday
July 2nd, 2007.
4.
Personnel and Negotiations Committee--------------06/12/07
5.
Economic Development and Capital Improvements-----06/13/07
6.
Health and Welfare Committee ---------------------06/18/07
7.
Economic Development and Capital Improvements ----06/19/07
A
motion was made by Bonovetz, supported by Peterson and carried by unanimous voice
vote to receive reports four through seven and place them on file.
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Meeting
June
27, 2007
Page
Two
APPEARANCES:
1.
Guy St. Germain, Western U.P. Health Dept. Administrator
(RE:
Clean Indoor Air Regulation)
St.
Germain addressed the Board again on the Western U.P. District Health
Department’s Clean Indoor Air Regulation. He appeared before the Board in
April to introduce the regulation. Also attending the meeting was Gail Plowe who
spoke to the Board on a recent survey she completed in U.P. with Business people
seeking an opinion for or against the clean indoor air regulation. St. Germain
Fielded questions from the Board relating to the regulation. After further
discussion, a motion was made Bonovetz, supported by Oliver to adopt the Clean Indoor Air
Regulation.
YES: (7) Anonich, Bonovetz, Jacobson,
Kangas,
Morin, Peterson, Oliver
NO: (1) Siirila
Motion
carried.
COMMUNICATIONS:
1.
Dave Coon, Wisconsin Valley Improvement Company
(RE:
Assistance with Recreational Improvements Projects)
A
motion was made by Oliver, supported by Peterson and carried by unanimous voice
vote to refer the matter to the Forestry and Parks Commission.
2.
Congressman Bart Stupak
(RE:
Michigan Sport Fishing)
A
motion was made by Bonovetz, supported by Morin and carried by unanimous voice
vote to receive the communication and place it on file.
3.
Timothy McGuire, MAC Executive Director
(RE:
Summer Conference)
A
motion was made by Bonovetz, supported by Jacobson and carried by unanimous voice
vote to authorize any commissioners to attend the MACC conference if funds are
available and to reschedule the August 22nd, 2007 meeting to August
29th, 2007 at 5PM.
4.
Duane Duray, Airport Manager
A
motion was made by Morin, supported by Peterson and carried by unanimous voice
vote to authorize the Chairman to sign the contracts.
Agenda
Additions:
1.
Probate Judge Massie, letter to Board
A
motion was made by Bonovetz, supported by Oliver to table the matter until after
the Personnel and Negotiations Committee meeting of Monday July 2nd,
2007.
2.
MMRMA insurance premium return
A
motion was made by Peterson, supported by Morin and carried by unanimous voice
vote to authorize Clerk Pelissero to apply the premium return to the 2007-08
insurance amount.
Regular
Meeting
June
27, 2007
Page
Three
INCREMENTS/LONGEVITY:
1.
Fritzi Barron, Deputy Friend of the Court 15 year increment
A
motion was made by Peterson, supported by Bonovetz and carried by unanimous voice
vote to approve of the 15-year increment.
TRIAL
BALANCE/CASH BALANCE
A motion was made by Oliver, supported by Siirila and carried by unanimous voice vote to approve the reports as presented.
GENERAL
FUND REVENUE AND EXPENDITURE CONTROL
A
motion was made by Oliver, supported by Morin and carried by unanimous voice vote
to approve the reports as presented.
CLAIMS
AND ACCOUNTS
A
motion was made by Peterson, supported by Jacobson to pay the claims as presented
along with the pre-paids and make them a part of the minutes.
YES: (8) Anonich, Bonovetz, Jacobson,
Kangas,
Morin, Peterson, Oliver, Siirila
NO: (0)
None
Motion
carried.
Bonovetz spoke on the Health and Welfare meeting that he and committee members attended recently, he mentioned the possible wage rollback due Medicaid cuts at the Medical Care Facility was a contractual agreement, not an administrative decision.
Oliver discussed briefly receiving reports from the Facility and the HOPE animal shelter. A motion was made by Oliver, supported by Anonich and carried by unanimous voice vote to request quarterly reports from the Medical Care Facility and HOPE.
PUBLIC
COMMENT (5 minute limit)
Guy
St. Germain thanked the Board for adopting the Clean Indoor Air Regulation.
ADJOURNMENT
A
motion was made by Siirila, supported by Oliver and carried by unanimous voice
vote to adjourn to the Call of the Chair. The meeting adjourned at 5:33pm.
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Leroy Kangas, Chairman Gerry R Pelissero, Clerk
Special
Meeting
June
26, 2007
County
Courthouse
Bessemer,
MI 49911
3:00
P.M.
CALL
TO ORDER
ROLL
CALL:
Present: (9) Anonich, Bonovetz, Gerovac, Jacobson,
Kangas,
Morin, Peterson, Oliver, Siirila
Absent: (0) None
APPROVAL
OF AGENDA
A
motion was made by Gerovac, supported by Morin and carried by unanimous voice
vote to approve the agenda as presented.
CITIZENS
WISHING TO ADDRESS THE COUNTY BOARD ON AGENDA ITEMS
(5-minute
limit)
There
was none.
ROAD
COMMISSION BOARD APPOINTMENT INTERVIEWS
Chairman
Kangas spoke on how the interviews will be handled.
1.
The Chairman will ask the questions; only Board members are permitted to
ask questions of the applicants after the Chairman’s questions. The same
questions will be posed to all applicants.
2.
Each applicant will be required not to be present in the room in advance
of the applicant’s interview.
3.
No comments from the floor will be allowed.
4.
Applicants will be interviewed in alphabetical order.
5.
Each applicant will be permitted to give an opening statement not to
exceed three minutes.
A motion was made by Gerovac, supported by Bonovetz and carried by unanimous voice vote to begin the interviews.
At 3:04pm, Robert Berg, E8248 Sanders Rd., Bessemer, MI 49911 was interviewed. He began with an opening statement and then the Chairman’s 13 questions were answered.
At 3:15pm, Joe Cayer, 100 E Ash St., Ironwood, MI 49938 was interviewed. He began with an opening statement and then the Chairman’s 13 questions were answered.
At 3:27pm, Marvin LaGrew, N14511 Black River Rd, Ironwood, Mi 49938 was interviewed. He was offered and declined to make an opening statement. He then was asked the 13 Chairman’s questions.
At 3:39pm, Bob Orlich, 104 Sunday Lake Street, Wakefield, MI 49968, was interviewed. He began with an opening statement, and then answered the Chairman’s 13 questions.
At 3:51pm, Tom Richter, N9532 Johnson Rd., Bessemer Township, MI 49911 was interviewed. He began with an opening statement, and then answered the Chairman’s 13 questions. At 4:03pm, a motion was made by Gerovac, supported by Jacobson and carried by unanimous voice vote to close the interviews.
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Meeting
June
26, 2007
Page Two
A
motion was made by Gerovac, supported by Bonovetz to appoint Marvin LaGrew and
Tom Richter to the Road Commission Board, after discussion, Gerovac withdrew his
motion and Bonovetz his support.
A
motion was made by Siirila, supported by Gerovac to appoint Marvin LaGrew to the
Road Commission Board.
YES: (7) Anonich, Bonovetz, Gerovac, Jacobson,
Kangas, Morin,
Siirila
NO: (2) Peterson, Oliver
Motion
carried.
Discussion was held after the vote, that if the next nomination resulted in a majority vote, three of the five candidates may never be consider or come up for a vote.
A
motion to rescind the previous
motion was made by Siirila, supported by Gerovac and carried by unanimous voice
vote to rescind the appointment of Marvin LaGrew to the County Road Commission
Board.
A motion was made by Gerovac to move the appointments of the Road Commission to Wednesday June 27th, the Chairman asked three times for support, the motion died for lack of support. Gerovac asked to be excused from the meeting to attend to another matter, the Chairman granted his request.
A motion was made by Oliver, supported by Peterson and carried by unanimous voice vote to place all five candidates in for nomination and each commissioner will be asked to vote for two candidates.
ROLL
CALL:
Anonich Orlich and LaGrew
Bonovetz Richter and LaGrew
Jacobson Richter and LaGrew
Kangas Berg and LaGrew
Morin LaGrew and Berg
Siirila LaGrew and Orlich
Peterson
LaGrew and Orlich
Oliver
Cayer
and Orlich
Marvin LaGrew is appointed to the Road Commission after receiving a majority of the votes.
A motion was made by Morin, supported by Oliver and carried by unanimous voice vote to eliminate the lowest vote getter, Joe Cayer.
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Meeting
June
26, 2007
Page Three
The next vote was for the one remaining Board seat. Each Commissioner will vote for one candidate.
ROLL
CALL:
Bonovetz Richter
Jacobson Richter
Kangas Richter
Morin Berg
Siirila Orlich
Peterson
Orlich
Oliver Orlich
None of the nominees received the required majority of the votes (5)Five.
A motion was made by Oliver, supported by Peterson and carried by unanimous voice vote to eliminate the lowest vote getter, Bob Berg.
ROLL
CALL:
Bonovetz Richter
Jacobson Richter
Kangas Richter
Morin Orlich
Siirila Orlich
Peterson
Orlich
Oliver Orlich
Bob Orlich is appointed to the Road Commission after receiving the majority of the votes cast (5) Five.
The two new appointees terms will expire January 1st, 2009, in accordance with Act No 598 of Public Acts of 2006.
There was none.
PUBLIC
COMMENT (5 minute limit)
There
was none
ADJOURNMENT
A
motion was made by Bonovetz, supported by Peterson and carried by unanimous voice
vote to adjourn the meeting to the call of the Chair.
The
meeting adjourned at 4:20pm.
_____________________________
____________________________
Leroy
Kangas, Chairman
Gerry R Pelissero,
Clerk
GOGEBIC
COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
Special
Meeting
July
31, 2007
County
Courthouse
Bessemer,
MI 49911
3:00
P.M.
CALL
TO ORDER
ROLL
CALL:
Present: (6) Anonich, Bonovetz, Gerovac, Jacobson,
Kangas, Morin
Absent: (3) Peterson, Oliver, Siirila
A motion was made by Gerovac, supported by Bonovetz and carried by unanimous voice vote to approve the agenda as presented.
CITIZENS
WISHING TO ADDRESS THE COUNTY BOARD ON AGENDA ITEMS
(5
minute limit)
There
was none.
New
Business
1.
Fair Board Request for a cash advance to be repaid by 2007 Fair Proceeds
Discussion
was held regarding the cash advance from the Fair Board. Chairman Kangas
informed the Board that every year the Fair Board requests this advance to cover
the start up costs for the Fair, and the advance is paid back right after the
fair.
A
motion was made by Bonovetz, supported by Gerovac to advance the Fair $66,000.00.
YES: (6) Anonich, Bonovetz, Gerovac, Jacobson,
Kangas,
Morin,
NO: (0) None
2.
Roscommon County Resolution
(RE: MSDHA property program
funding.)
A
motion was made by Gerovac, supported by Morin and carried by unanimous voice
vote to adopt a similar resolution for Gogebic County.
There was none.
PUBLIC
COMMENT (5 minute limit)
There
was none.
ADJOURNMENT
A
motion was made by Bonovetz, supported by Gerovac and carried by unanimous voice
vote to adjourn to the call of the Chair. The meeting adjourned at 3:12pm.
_____________________________
______________________________
Leroy
Kangas, Chairman Gerry
R Pelissero, Clerk
GOGEBIC
COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
Regular
Meeting
July
11th, 2007
County
Courthouse
Bessemer,
MI 49911
5:00
P.M.
CALL
TO ORDER
ROLL
CALL:
Present: (8) Anonich, Bonovetz, Gerovac, Jacobson,
Kangas, Morin, Oliver, Siirila
Absent: (1)
Peterson
APPROVAL
OF THE MINUTES (June 26th,
2007 special meeting and June 27th, 2007 regular meeting minutes.)
A
motion was made by Bonovetz, supported by Anonich and carried by unanimous voice
vote to approve the minutes as presented and place them on file.
APPROVAL
OF AGENDA
A
motion was made by Gerovac, supported by Morin and carried by unanimous voice
vote to approve the agenda as presented with one addition: update on the sale of
the senior center.
CITIZENS
WISHING TO ADDRESS THE COUNTY BOARD ON AGENDA ITEMS
(5-minute
limit)
There
was none.
Committee
Summary Reports
1.
Personnel & Negotiations Committee ---------07/02/2007
a.
A motion was made by Bonovetz, supported by Anonich that non-union employees
receive effective 7/01/07, a $0.65 per hour increase, $500 optical
reimbursement, and drug reimbursement to be $0 for generic and $30 for a brand
name drug, and one-half holiday on New Years Eve.
YES: (7) Anonich, Bonovetz, Gerovac, Jacobson,
Kangas,
Morin, Siirila
NO: (1) Oliver
Motion
carried.
b. A motion was made by Bonovetz, supported by Gerovac that Elected and Appointed Officials receive effective 7/01/07, $500 optical reimbursement, drug reimbursement $0 for generic and $30 for a brand name drug and one-half holiday on New Years Eve.
YES: (8) Anonich, Bonovetz, Gerovac, Jacobson,
Kangas,
Morin, Oliver, Siirila
NO: (0) None
Motion
carried.
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COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
Regular
Meeting
July
11th, 2007
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APPEARANCES:
1. Dean Beaudoin, of Joki, Makela