Description

Minutes of Meeting

Date

3/4/2010

Location

Commissioners Session Room

 

Time

Speaker

Note

9:00:39 AM

Call Meeting to Order

Pledge of Allegiance

Opening Prayer

Roll Call Attendance - All members present

 

9:01:49 AM

Resolution 2010-191 Approve Minutes of March 1, 2010

Commissioner Short made the motion and Commissioner Genter seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously.

9:02:50 AM

Resolution 2010-192 Approve Agenda as Amended

Agenda was amended to include Resolution 2010-206 to Approve the Amended Grant Application for FY2010 Airport Project Commissioner Barnaby made the motion and Commissioner Genter seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously.

9:03:38 AM

OLD BUSINESS:
· Resolution 2010-193 Approve Payment of Bills

Commissioner Barnaby made the motion and Commissioner Short seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously.

9:09:22 AM

·Andy Votava, Organizational Development Director Health Insurance 2009 Recap

Mr. Votava stated that 118% of expected claims were spent.  2009 Claims were up and there was one major stop loss.  He presented the Board with information that he filed with the State and that will also be shared with the Consortium at the next meeting. 

 

He stated that he has recently met with Huntington to discuss an investment strategy.   The current investments are making .01% on cash in the account.  They are recommending what Mr. Votava described as a completely safe strategy of buying a series of government bonds and CD’s.  He stated that they can get a yield of 1% without taking on an elevated risk.  The only way money could be lost is if early liquidation was required.  He stated he is presenting this before the next consortium meeting to give them time to think about it and to see if there are any funds in the cash account they are willing to invest in that strategy. 

 

His projected claims for 2010 are elevated claim activity.  Commissioner Barnaby inquired of how things are so far this year with January and February.  Mr. Votava stated that January was elevated, February was a bit more normal, however still elevated in comparison with last year.  Commissioner Genter stated that he would like Mr. Votava to prepare a graph comparison for the Board to review. 

 

Mr. Votava stated that there is good participation in the wellness program.  Out of 236 contracts, 158 have successfully signed up for the deductible credit, which involved doing an on-line health risk assessment, biometric screening and setting a wellness goal for the year.  The remainder of wellness activities includes an incentive for doing preventative clinical screenings. 

9:23:29 AM

·Discussion on NACO Programs

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Resolution 2010-204  Proclaim April 2010 National County Government Month and Execute Proclamation

Mr. Hall stated that NACo has expanded National County Government Week to a month to allow more counties the opportunity to participate in activities and raise public awareness and understanding of county government.   He passed along a resolution and proclamation for their consideration.

 

Mr. Hall stated that the NACo prescription drug cards are at the printers and should be arriving soon.   He stated that locally they need to decide where to distribute the cards once they arrive.  The Board mentioned pharmacies, senior centers and the BMV.  Mr. Hall stated that there are PR and marketing materials being forwarded to him.  Once an official release can be done, if there are any amendments to the materials that are desired, it must be approved by NACo.  The cards are for use for prescription medications that are not covered under an insurance plan.  The card will not be eligible for use by those that have HSA’s.

 

Commissioner Genter, going back to the proclamation regarding National County Government Month, asked if there was a motion to Proclaim April 2010 National County Government Month and to execute the proclamation.  Commissioner Barnaby made the motion and Commissioner Short Seconded the motion.  Motion carried unanimously.

 

The Proclamation read as follows:

WHEREAS, the nation’s 3,068 counties provide a variety of essential public services to communities serving 300 million Americans; and

WHEREAS, Fulton County and all counties take seriously their responsibility to protect and enhance the health, welfare and safety of its residents in sensible and cost-effective ways; and

WHEREAS, county governments are integral to America’s healthcare system and are unique in their responsibility to both finance and deliver health services through public hospitals and clinics, local health departments, long-term care facilities, mental health services and substance abuse treatment, and coverage programs for the uninsured; and

WHEREAS, as employers, counties provide health insurance benefits to nearly three million county employees and their retirees nationwide; and

WHEREAS, the National Association of Counties is the only national organization that represents county governments in the United States; and

WHEREAS, since 1991 the National Association of Counties has encouraged counties across the country to actively promote county government programs and services to raise public awareness and understanding about the roles and responsibilities of the nation’s counties to meet the needs of the community; and

WHEREAS, the National Association of Counties and Fulton County are working together to Restore the Partnership among all levels of government to better serve American communities; and

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Fulton County Board of Commissioners, hereby proclaims April 2010 as National County Government Month and encourage all Fulton County Officials, employees, schools, and residents to participate in county government celebration activities.

9:30:12 AM

Les McCaslin, -Adamhs Board Agency Update

Mr. McCaslin stated that the agency has suffered a cut from the state in the amount of $1,671,447.00, which is 36.8% of his budget.  The State took out general outpatient services on July 27th, after contracts were already entered into, adjustments had to be made.  He stated that there are no issues however with hospitalizations and emergency services.

 

The replacement levy did pass and those dollars should start coming in this month.  He stated that looking at things now, he sees 2012 as being the biggest challenge.  He noted that they did not receive any stimulus dollars, Medicaid enhancement only. 

 

Due to the cuts, the agency is now down to 3 people to operate.  They are very fortunate to have the levy.  He assured that there will always be dollars available for hospitalizations, medications and psychiatric care, however the dollars for preventative services are not there. 

 

Commissioner Genter stated that he appreciates the agency with their help and for being part of the Juvenile Detention Facility.  Mr. McCaslin stated that they do have a good track record out there. 

 

The Board thanked Mr. McCaslin for his update.

9:41:01 AM

·Review February Month-end Financial Reports

Mr. Hall stated that the Budget Commission

made distribution of the property taxes on the 2nd or 3rd of March.  Those figures are included in the reports.

9:42:13 AM

·Review Auditor/Treasurer Tie Out Report

 

9:43:15 AM

·Review Amended Certificate

 

9:43:24 AM

·Review Certificate of Non-Compliance

 

9:44:33 AM

·Review Dog Warden Reports

Commissioner Genter asked if the delinquent letters have been sent and how many.  Mr. Hall stated that they were sent and there were approximately 600, which is down from last year.  The letter was a reminder that the payment for dog tags were due on 1/31 and that now with the license and penalty, the tag will cost $40.00

9:47:30 AM

NEW BUSINESS:

· Resolution 2010-194 Establish New Line and Appropriations; Increase Appropriations and Transfer Funds for Various Departments

Commissioner Barnaby made the motion and Commissioner Short seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously.

9:48:16 AM

· Resolution 2010-195 Enter Into Contract 2010-48 with City of Wauseon for Bail Bondsman Services

Commissioner Short made the motion and Commissioner Genter seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously.

9:49:23 AM

· Resolution 2010-196 Authorize Board President to Sign Amendment to FY2010 Youth Services Grant on Behalf of Juvenile Court

Commissioner Barnaby made the motion and Commissioner Short seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously.

9:51:17 AM

· Resolution 2010-197 Authorize Board President to Sign FY09 FAA Reimbursement Request No. 8

Commissioner Short made the motion and Commissioner Barnaby seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously.

9:52:41 AM

· Resolution 2010-198 Accept Resignation of Department of Job and Services Employee

Janis Hoffman, has resigned from her position of Fiscal Specialist for the Department of Job and Family Services, effective March 12, 2010. Commissioner Barnaby made the motion and Commissioner Short seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously.

9:54:00 AM

· Resolution 2010-199 Transfer Funds for Department of Job and Family Services for County Share of Child Support Enforcement and Boarding Home Payroll Expenses

Commissioner Barnaby made the motion and Commissioner Short seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously.

9:55:08 AM

· Resolution 2010-200 Award Bid for Pre-Owned Tractor with Boom Mower on Behalf of County Engineer

Bids were received for a pre-owned tractor with boom mower on behalf of the Fulton County Engineer on March 1, 2010.  One bid was received.  Mr. Onweller reviewed the bid and found the bid to be accurate and complete and recommended awarding the same.   Pursuant to that recommendation, the Board awarded the bid to Franklin Township Equipment, LLC of Columbus, OH  in the amount of $49,950.00.  The engineer’s estimate was $52,000.00 (including trade in).

 

Commissioner Short made the motion and Commissioner Genter seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously.

9:56:01 AM

· Resolution 2010-201 Enter Into Depository Agreement 2010-49 with Huntington Bank on Behalf of Department of Job and Family Services

Commissioner Short made the motion and Commissioner Genter seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously.

9:58:38 AM

· Resolution 2010-202 Approve Then and Now Purchase Orders

Commissioner Barnaby made the motion and Commissioner Genter seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously.

10:00:10 AM

· Resolution 2010-203 Approve Purchase Orders and Travel Requests

Commissioner Short made the motion and Commissioner Genter seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously.

10:01:01 AM

· Resolution 2010-206 Execute Amended Application for FY2010 Airport Projects

Commissioner Genter stated that this amendment was necessary pursuant to the Airport Board’s decision to proceed with the crack sealing and fence project.  The REIL lights are not feasible at this time and the taxiway must be put on hold because the federal dollars are not there.

 

Commissioner Genter made the motion and Commissioner Short seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously.

10:04:02 AM

Recess

 

10:09:06 AM

Resolution 2010-205 Hold Executive Session To Discuss the Employment of A Public Employee

Commissioner Short made the motion and Commissioner Genter seconded the motion. Roll call vote: Barnaby, yes; Genter, yes; Short, yes. Motion carried unanimously.

11:20:54 AM

Out of Executive Session

 

Resolution 2010-207

Authorize Negotiation of Terms and Conditions of Employment for Water and Sewer Technician Position

 

 

Resolution 2010-208 Transfer Employment of GIS and IT Department Among Elected Officials

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

After coming out of executive session, Commissioner Barnaby made a motion to authorize the negotiation of terms and conditions of employment for the Water and Sewer Technician for the Sanitary Engineer Department.  Commissioner Short seconded the motion.  Motion carried unanimously.

 

 

Commissioner Genter then made the motion to move the IT Department and GIS Department under the control of the County Auditor.  Commissioner Barnaby seconded the motion.  Commissioner Short stated that he would like to have a consultant look this over because he has concerns on issues relating to the funding, flow, personnel, and budget needed for this transition.  Commissioner Genter stated that the County Administrator will be in close consultation with the Auditor in this matter and that the Commissioners will still have the final decision on any action that is taken.  Commissioner Short stated that he is not saying that the resolution is not proper; he is just not convinced that all the issues have been addressed to his personal satisfaction.  A roll call vote was taken:  Short, no; Barnaby, yes; Genter, yes.  Motion carried 2-1. 

11:23:47 AM

Adjourn

Commissioner Short made the motion and Commissioner Barnaby seconded the motion.

 

Approved:

 

 

Dean Genter

 

 

Paul Barnaby

 

 

Joseph D. Short

 

Attest:

 

 

Jennifer L. Connors, Clerk

 

A signed copy of the minutes or a recording of the meeting in it’s entirety can be obtained in the office of the Clerk of the Board at 152 S. Fulton St, Ste 270, Wauseon, Ohio  43567.