JANUARY 3, 2006 1 ORGANIZATIONAL MEETING TUESDAY, JANUARY 3, 2006 1:30 PM The Board met in accordance with the rules. The Clerk of the Board called the meeting to order. The roll was called showing all members present. The Pledge of Allegiance. TEMPORARY CHAIRMAN Nominations were called for Temporary Chairman. Mr. Schuster nominated Mr. Moore to act as Temporary Chairman and Mr. Davis seconded the nomination. Carried. Mr. Walker moved to close the nominations and Mr. Pangrazio seconded the motion. Carried. Mr. Walker moved to vote for Mr. Moore as Temporary Chairman and Mr. Yendell seconded the motion. Carried. Mr. Moore took the chair and thanked the Board for their confidence in him to be Temporary Chairman. ELECTING CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD Mr. Moore called for nominations for the Chairman of the Board for the year 2006. Mr. Mahus nominated Groveland Supervisor James C. Merrick. He indicated he was proud to nominate Supervisor Merrick because of his seven years of experience as Chairman of the Board and the leadership he has provided throughout his tenure. Mr. Moore asked if there were any other nominations. Mr. Martello moved and Mr. Pangrazio seconded to close the nominations for Chairman of the Board. Carried. Mr. Moore asked the Clerk of the Board to call the roll. The roll was called as follows: Ayes – 1,644; Noes - 0; Absent – 0; Abstain – Merrick, 108; Adopted. Mr. Moore declared James C. Merrick as Chairman of the Board for the year 2006. Mr. Martello and Mr. Deming escorted Mr. Merrick to the Chairman of the Board seat. Chairman Merrick thanked the Board for electing him as Chairman of the Board and stated he looks forward to working with everyone. He acknowledged Clerk of the Board Virginia Amico. APPOINTMENT OF VICE CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD Chairman Merrick appointed Leicester Supervisor Gary D. Moore as Vice Chairman of the Board for the year 2006. Chairman Merrick commented that Mr. Moore has been instrumental in attending various meetings and events on behalf of the Chairman, and he thanked him as well as other Supervisors for their service. Vice Chairman Gary Moore thanked the Chairman for appointing him as Vice Chairman. Chairman Merrick introduced the new Supervisors from Livonia, Conesus and Mt. Morris. Eric R. Gott, Livonia Brenda B. Donohue, Conesus Charles J. DiPasquale, Mt. Morris Chairman Merrick reminded the Board and Department Heads that there would be a reception to welcome the new 2 REPORT OF THE SUPERVISORS’ PROCEEDINGS supervisors immediately following the organizational meeting in the Board Lounge area. RESOLUTION NO. 2006-001. APPOINTING THE COUNTY ATTORNEY - MORRIS Mr. Walker moved and Mr. Schuster seconded to present the following resolution: RESOLVED, that the Livingston County Board of Supervisors hereby appoints David J. Morris as County Attorney for a two-year term to commence January 1, 2006 and terminate December 31, 2007. Dated at Geneseo, New York January 3, 2006 The roll was called as follows: Ayes – 1,752; Noes – 0; Absent – 0; Adopted. RESOLUTION NO. 2006-002. APPOINTING THE COUNTY AUDITOR - DONEGAN Mr. Pangrazio moved and Mr. Walker seconded to present the following resolution: RESOLVED, that the Livingston County Board of Supervisors hereby appoints Terrence P. Donegan as County Auditor for a two-year term to commence January 1, 2006 and terminate December 31, 2007. Dated at Geneseo, New York January 3, 2006 The roll was called as follows: Ayes – 1,752; Noes – 0; Absent – 0; Adopted. RESOLUTION NO. 2006-003. APPOINTING THE PUBLIC DEFENDER - CLARK Mr. Kennison moved and Mr. Moore seconded to present the following resolution: RESOLVED, that the Livingston County Board of Supervisors hereby appoints Marcea A. Clark as Public Defender for a two-year term to commence January 1, 2006 and terminate December 31, 2007. Dated at Geneseo, New York January 3, 2006 The roll was called as follows: Ayes – 1,752; Noes – 0; Absent – 0; Adopted. RESOLUTION NO. 2006-004. APPOINTING THE PERSONNEL OFFICER - LYNN Mr. Yendell moved and Mr. Schuster seconded to present the following resolution: RESOLVED, that the Livingston County Board of Supervisors hereby appoints Tish Lynn as Personnel Officer for a six-year term to commence January 1, 2006 and terminate December 31, 2011. Dated at Geneseo, New York January 3, 2006 The roll was called as follows: Ayes – 1,752; Noes – 0; Absent – 0; Adopted. OTHER BUSINESS 1. Explanation of the Rules of Order – County Attorney David J. Morris The County Attorney explained that the Rules of Order indicate that any resolution calling for or leading to an expenditure of money must be held over for one meeting unless by unanimous consent the Board authorizes the resolution to be considered at the meeting of which it is introduced. He indicated that the Chairman of each committee asks for unanimous consent when he/she presents a resolution. A supervisor must object to unanimous consent prior to the Clerk beginning the role call vote. The County Attorney also explained that if a Supervisor desires not to vote on a particular resolution because of a conflict of interest, he/she must ask permission from the Board to abstain from voting. This request must also be done prior to the Clerk beginning the role call vote. Chairman Merrick directed any Supervisor that had any questions or concerns about the Rules of Order to the County Attorney. 2. Appointment of 2006 Standing Committees A memorandum was distributed to each Chairperson to determine the schedule of committee meetings, and Chairman Merrick asked that they review the 2005 Committee Schedule and confirm the schedule for 2006. JANUARY 3, 2006 3 Chairman Merrick asked the Clerk of the Board to read the 2006 Standing Committees as follows: LIVINGSTON COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS 2006 STANDING COMMITTEES WAYS & MEANS HUMAN SERVICES PUBLIC SERVICES J. Peter Yendell, Chairman Mark E. Walker, Chairman Philip S. Brooks, Chairman Dennis P. Mahus, Vice Chairman Marjorie Cansdale, Vice Chairman Gerald L. Deming, Vice Chairman Weston L. Kennison Domenick J. Martello Ivan C. Davis Daniel L. Pangrazio Mark J. Schuster David L. LeFeber Eric R. Gott Brenda B. Donohue Charles J. DiPasquale James C. Merrick James C. Merrick James C. Merrick Gary D. Moore Gary D. Moore Gary D. Moore 3. Flower Fund Collection Chairman Merrick reminded the Board of Supervisors that the Clerk of the Board is collecting $20.00 from each Supervisor for the flower fund. 4. State Of The County Chairman Merrick commented that he initiated the State of the County the second year he became Chairman of the Board, and believes that it is important to review what the Board of Supervisors and staff have done during the past year. Chairman Merrick asked the County Administrator to narrate the State of the County. The County Administrator proceeded to narrate the State of the County and at the same time had a power-point presentation reflecting the content. STATE OF THE COUNTY Dear Citizens of Livingston County, I am pleased to present the 2006 State of the County. In concluding my seventh year as your Chairman of the Board of Supervisors, and one full of accomplishments, we have made the most of our opportunities and, more importantly, addressed all of our challenges. In looking back on 2005, the year can be summed up in the two months of January and December. On Saturday December 3rd, years of detailed and often painstaking, decision-making and planning was culminated with the relocation of nearly 250 residents of our health care facilities to the new Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation. Hundreds of employees and community volunteers made a very difficult task look easy. The leadership and staff of the Center planned and anticipated each and every need, not only on moving day, but throughout the entire project. The $40 Million project was finished on budget and ahead of schedule. The team of staff, consultants, and contractors is deserving of special praise for a job well done. However, not so visible, but equally important to the Centers’ success, was the teamwork and support from other County departments and staff. The hours of time and expertise from our IT, Purchasing, Legal, Personnel, Highway, Central Services, Planning, Sheriff’s, Public Health, Aging, Emergency Management, EMS, Treasurer and others, is representative of the selflessness and commitment that makes Livingston County unique and successful. However, a much different challenge presented itself on Saturday, January 29, the day of the tragic bus accident on Route 390, involving the Windsor Wildcats girls hockey team from Ontario, Canada. With no warning, on a moments notice, the agencies of Livingston County and it’s local volunteer departments had to put into action their expertise and training to respond to an emergency the magnitude of which we often hear of, but, hope to never experience. The manner in which this emergency was handled was a textbook case in interagency coordination and cooperation. Years of commitment and training by all involved very likely saved many lives. This was our “finest hour”. I believe that these two very different challenges, and their successful outcomes, demonstrate why Livingston County is a great place to live and why we will continue to thrive. 4 REPORT OF THE SUPERVISORS’ PROCEEDINGS OPERATIONS · Throughout 2005, the development of the plans and requirements for the expansion of the Livingston County Jail took place. Site acquisition was completed, along with approvals of the environmental impact study, historic preservation requirements, and the New York State Department of Corrections. The Pike Company was selected as the Construction Manager. It is anticipated that budget finalization will be done in early 2006 and construction activities will begin in summer 2006. · Bidding was completed for the construction of an addition to the Emergency Operations Center at Hampton Corners.