Human Services Committee

Laura Stanek           

David Howelman, Chairman

Joseph Allen

Minutes

June 3, 2003

Members present:

Dave Howelman, Laura Stanek and Joe Allen

Members absent:

None

Others present:

Pete Garwood

1.        Meeting called to order at 9:01 a.m.

2.        Probate and Family Court Update

Bill Hefferan, Court Administrator presented the financial report for the courts.  Mr. Hefferan and Ms. Stanek informed the Committee of some of the changes at the State level regarding funding for services.

Judge Norman Hayes joined the meeting at 9:10 a.m.

Discussion took place regarding the current status of foster care in the County.

3.        Meadowview Apartments Update

George Perkins, Meadowview Apartments Manager recommended the Committee consider a discounted rental rate for when tenants go on vacation.  The Committee was generally not favorable to the idea and took no action.  Currently, there is one vacancy.

The Committee and Mr. Perkins reviewed the financial reports for Meadowview Apartments.    Mr. Perkins reviewed the policy for what the tenants are to do in case of an emergency when the manager is unavailable.

Mr. Perkins requested direction on when he needs to go through the bid and quote process.  Peter Garwood, Coordinator/Planner indicated the bid policy dictates that any capital purchase over $2,500 requires sealed bids, and under $2,500 requires informal quotes.  For regular maintenance items (toilet paper, light bulbs, cleaning supplies, etc.) Mr. Perkins would not be required to use the bid or quote policy, but would be required to shop for the best price.

Mr. Perkins requested the Committee consider, once again, allowing him to hire individuals outside of the staff at Meadow Brook Medical Care Facility to provide the maintenance and housekeeping.  The Committee reiterated they were not ready to create new positions in Meadowview Apartments, but asked Mr. Perkins to document instances that he believes justifies the request.

Meeting adjourned at 10:30 a.m.