The Meeting was called to order by Chairman Frank Peterson at 3:07
p.m., in the Law Library of the Marshall County Building.
Mr. Post had provided Frank Peterson with the blueprint to move
forward with the recommendation of the Technical Committee, including
strategy as to how to proceed with the 9-1-1 Facility Design and
upgrading within the Marshall County Building. It was noted that the
recommendation does not address specific equipment items contained
within the facility, but will address equipment issues, how it will be
positioned, wired etc.
The Technical Committee has begun an analysis of the 9-1-1
telephone trunk lines, routers, outgoing telephone equipment,
reviewing existing structure and equipment and recommendations as to
what changes in structure and equipment may be necessary.
Mr. Post asked about the Budget Process and was told it is being
worked on and, the Budget Committee will be meeting again this week.
Mr. Post explained the Recommendation in its entirety and explained
that this was the outline that had been used by Emmett Township and
had used that as a model for this product.
Mr. Post advised he had gone over the Blueprint with Brad Wilcox
and he would be sharing it with Randy Case.
The members of the Governing Board complimented Mr. Post and his
Committee for the information provided.
Moved by Mr. Albaugh, supported by Mr. Herman that the Governing
Board recognize the efforts of the Technical Committee and their work
on the “Recommendation to the Governing Board”, and approve and
support the documentation provided. Voice Vote - Motion Carried.
There was conversation with regard to the construction project with
Mr. Bolger noting that Brad Wilcox will be taking the lead on
construction - stating that Brad has the full trust and confidence of
the County Board and stressed that the County Board certainly is not
looking to micro manage the project.
It was decided it would be beneficial to have a representative from
the Governing Board attend the Technical Board Meetings noting he is
not being added to the Tech Committee, rather will be added to
theFacility Subcommittee representing the Governing Board. Mr. Bolger
nominated Brent Williams for that job, with support from Mr. Albaugh.
It was noted that this would be time consuming and the members were
appreciative of Mr. Williams’ willingness to accept the assignment
Voice Vote - Motion Carried.
There was continuing dialogue regarding the need for a Director for
the Center. Mr. Post was asked to have his Committee begin the task of
putting together a model (Job Description) for a Director. Mr. Bolger
believes that the Budget should be in place prior to efforts to secure
a director begin.
Mr. Peet believes they need to move ahead with a Job Description as
soon as possible.
Moved by Mr. Peet that the Technical Committee move forward with
the preparation of a Job Description for the Director of the Center.
After much discussion, the motion was supported by Mr. Herman and was
passed on a voice vote - Motion Carried,
There was discussion with regard to a back-up PSAP. This matter is
still under discussion. Mr. Post indicated there had been a meeting
with ATT/Verizon folks and they have some concerns with regard to the
age of the County Building as it relates to lines, etc., to go into
the Dispatch Center. These items will be addressed. Who is going to be
responsible for the maintenance of towers? The Sheriff commented that
presently, under an agreement with the City of Battle Creek, they
(Battle Creek) are responsible for the towers, but this matter will
undoubtedly have to be revisited now that the Calhoun County
Consolidated Dispatch Center has been formed.
Mr. Herman commented that the Budget Committee will be meeting
again this week and they hope to have some figures for the Governing
Board at their next meeting, as there needs to be some direction given
to the Technical Committee.
It was determined that the Technical Committee needs to provide a
couple of scenarios of staffing models for the Budget Committee to
work with. Mr. Williams commented that the it is the goal of this
committee to make certain the Dispatch Center is fully professional.
Moved by Mr. Peet, supported by Mr. Herman that the Technical
Committee prepare two staffing scenarios for the Budget Committee to
work from as well as recommendations from the Tech Committee. Voice
Vote - Motion Carried.
Mr. Peterson asked the group about meeting on Tuesday, November 4,
2008 and it was decided to cancel that meeting. Also, the next Tuesday,
November 11, 2008 is a holiday (Veterans Day) and it was decided that
the next Governing Board Meeting will not be until Tuesday, November 18,
2008.
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 4:15
p.m.
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