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Description |
Minutes of Meeting |
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Date |
3/4/2010 |
Location |
Commissioners Session Room |
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Time |
Speaker |
Note |
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9:00:39 AM |
Call Meeting to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Opening Prayer
Roll Call Attendance - All members present |
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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. |
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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. |
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9:03:38 AM |
OLD BUSINESS:
· Resolution 2010-193 Approve Payment of Bills
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Commissioner Barnaby made the motion and
Commissioner Short seconded the motion. Motion carried
unanimously. |
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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. |
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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. |
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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. |
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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. |
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9:42:13 AM |
·Review Auditor/Treasurer Tie Out Report |
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9:43:15 AM |
·Review Amended Certificate |
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9:43:24 AM |
·Review Certificate of Non-Compliance |
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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 |
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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. |
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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. |
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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. |
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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. |
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9:52:41 AM |
· Resolution 2010-198 Accept
Resignation of Department of Job and Services Employee
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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. |
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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. |
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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. |
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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. |
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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. |
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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. |
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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. |
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10:04:02 AM |
Recess |
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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. |
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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
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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. |
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11:23:47 AM |
Adjourn |
Commissioner Short made the motion and
Commissioner Barnaby seconded the motion. |
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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. |
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