Mrs. Covert, Clerk of the Legislature, called the organizational meeting of the Tompkins County Legislature to order at 5:30 p.m.
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag and Roll Call of Members
Members and guests participated in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
Present: 12 Legislators. Excused – 3 (Legislators Kiefer, Koplinka-Loehr, and McBean-Clairborne.
District No. 1 ? Pam Mackesey, 323 Pleasant Street,
Ithaca
District No. 2 ? Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, 528 West
Clinton Street, Ithaca
District No. 3 ? Richard S. Booth, 510 Mitchell
Street, Ithaca
District No. 4 ? Nathan I. Shinagawa, 307 Stewart
Avenue, Ithaca
District No. 5 ? Katherine Luz Herrera, 116 Utica
Street, Ithaca
District No. 6 ? Michael J. Sigler, 218 Peruville
Road, Freeville
District No. 7 ? Frank P. Proto, 2585 Slaterville
Road, Slaterville Springs
District No. 8 ? Greg W. Stevenson, 130 Harvey Hill
Road, Ithaca
District No. 9 ? Duane T. Randall II, 305 West Groton
Road, Groton
District No. 10 ? Dooley Kiefer, 629 Highland Road, Ithaca
District No. 11 ? Michael A. Koplinka-Loehr, 124 Crest
Lane, Ithaca
District No. 12 ? Tim Joseph, 772 Elm Street Extension,
Ithaca
District No. 13 ? Martha Robertson, 1655 Ellis Hollow
Road, Ithaca
District No. 14 ? Michael R. Hattery, 4 Greystone Drive,
Dryden
District No. 15 ? James P. Dennis, 47 Elm Street, Trumansburg
Election of Temporary Chair
Mrs. Covert announced the first order of business was the election of a temporary chair. Mr. Joseph nominated Mr. Proto as Temporary Chair, seconded by Ms. Robertson. After hearing no more nominations, it was Moved by Ms. Robertson, seconded by Ms. Mackesey, and unanimously adopted by voice vote by members prsent, to close nominations. A voice vote resulted as follows for Temporary Chair: Ayes ? 12, Noes – 0, Excused – 3 (Legislators Kiefer, Koplinka-Loehr, and McBean-Clairborne). MOTION CARRIED. Mr. Proto took the chair as Temporary Chairman.
Mr. Proto requested a moment of silence to remember President Gerald Ford.
Mr. Proto then took the occasion to reflect on how temporary staff appointments had become permanent during 2006 and congratulated them on their appointments. Mr. Proto then spoke of having completed a full year with the new members of the Legislature, reflecting that although they may not always agree differences dissipate and a lot of good work has been completed. He stated the County has good Department Heads, and an outstanding staff in the Legislature office and expressed appreciation to all. Mr. Proto then opened nominations for a Permanent Chair.
Election of a Permanent Chair
Nominations were opened. Mr. Shinagawa nominated Mr. Joseph as Permanent Chair for 2007, seconded by Mr. Dennis.
Mr. Hattery nominated Mr. Proto as Permanent Chair, seconded by Mr. Sigler.
Mr. Hattery said Mr. Proto’s had twenty-one years of experience, noting his resume is too lengthy to mention.
Mr. Shinagawa stated he nominated Mr. Joseph due to his being a solid and supportive force in the Legislature who has assisted in guiding new members. In addition, he noted Mr. Joseph is a steady and fair individual.
Hearing no more nominations, it was MOVED by Mr. Booth, seconded by Ms. Robertson, and unanimously adopted by voice vote by members present, to close nominations
A vote by show of hands to elect Tim Joseph Chair of the Legislature resulted as follows: Ayes - 8 (Legislators Booth, Dennis, Herrera, Joseph, Mackesey, Robertson, Shinagawa, and Stevenson). A vote by show of hands to elect Frank Proto Chair of the Legislature resulted as follows: Ayes - 4 (Legislators Hattery, Proto, Randall, and Sigler). Excused – 3 (Legislators Kiefer, Koplinka-Loehr, and McBean-Clairborne.)
Mr. Joseph was declared Chair of the Legislature for 2007.
At this time Mr. Proto turned the meeting over to Mr. Joseph, newly elected Chair.
Address to the Legislature
“The problems and issues that we deal with in County government don’t respect arbitrary calendar boundaries, so it’s no surprise that much of what we face in the year ahead is a continuation of what we’ve been dealing with this past year, and often for many years.
“By early summer we expect to complete the construction of a new 800 megahertz emergency communication system, connecting police, fire, and ambulance services. Ultimately we expect that the system will also serve other governmental communication needs, such as highway departments and buses. This system will give us greatly improved radio coverage throughout the County while ensuring that different agencies are able to talk to each other in an emergency situation. The completion of this system is the culmination of many years of effort and planning for the County, and investment by taxpayers.
“Another capital project, the construction of a new building to house the Department of Public Health, will move into the forefront this year. This project was listed as the first priority in our twenty year capital plan, and this year’s budget includes funds to take the initial steps of site selection and preliminary design, although the Legislature has not yet given the project a final approval. I am appointing a special committee to prepare location and design options so the Legislature can move this project forward.
“A year ago the county undertook a diversity initiative to ensure that our workforce was a reflection of the community that it serves. Many members of that community have given their time and expertise to help us develop effective plans and policies. We are certainly not there yet, but good progress is being made. Soon the Workforce Diversity and Inclusion Committee will be formalized as a county advisory committee with bylaws, appointed membership and a set of tasks and expectations. This is in sharp contrast to last year at this time when we were struggling to figure out how to organize this effort and how to provide it with leadership.
“Jail crowding and the consequent boarding out of prisoners continues to be a major issue. We need to address both the cost of incarceration and its effectiveness as a means of dealing with crime, recidivism and the safety of our citizens. This year’s budget sets aside funds to cover the cost of boarding prisoners, but also allows some of that money to be used for new strategies and initiatives to reduce the number of people we hold behind bars. Many of those involved in the criminal justice system, the Sheriff, the District Attorney, judges, probation, treatment and service agencies, are already working together through our Criminal Justice Advisory and Alternatives to Incarceration Board. They will continue working to develop new strategies and plans to both reduce jail population and make our communities safer.
“A year ago counties, by working together to create and build political pressure statewide, won a cap on the local share of Medicaid, the largest unfunded mandate that was driving repeated property tax increases. Today we see another mandate that is both large and rapidly growing and that threatens the financial stability of counties across the state: education and other services for children with special needs. The state requires counties to pay for much of these costs, yet we have no control over what services are provided, by whom, and at what price. Once more we see the potential for large property tax increases to pay for an expense that is expanding out of our control. Once more we need to engage in collective political action with other counties who face the same problem.
“On a more positive note, the local economy is doing well, in significant part because of the success of our economic development programs and planning. Most of our economic development efforts are not strictly inside county government but are carried out by TCAD, the IDA, Workforce Development, and other agencies that represent a partnership among government, private business, education, and the nonprofit sector. For many years we have sought an Empire Zone to put us on equal footing with other counties in our ability to support local job creation. Last year we succeeded in getting the designation, and this year we will begin making Empire Zone benefits available to qualified employers. The County will continue to support and play an active role in the partnerships that have built a strong local economy. The County’s economic development plan, developed through TCAD and a broad community partnership has identified housing as a top priority. The County planning department has completed a housing assessment that shows a significant shortage of housing at all income levels, but especially in the lower range. Over the coming year we will play an active role in promoting both the availability and affordability of housing in the County.
“And there is a new partnership in town. Several years ago the County began meeting with a number of town supervisors and town board members to talk about shared issues and ways that we could work together to better serve our citizens. Near the end of last year we expanded and formalized those meetings into the Tompkins County Council of Governments. Every town and village, along with the County and the City of Ithaca, has voted to become part of TC-COG, which has become a forum for sharing concerns and ideas as well as a mechanism to act together to accomplish things that are beyond the capacity or jurisdiction of any single local government. I look forward to a new working relationship among local governments that will allow us to all serve our citizens both more effectively, and more economically.
“And finally, I look forward to a new year of service and accomplishment with my colleagues here on the County Legislature. Last year we had seven new members. This year those members have a year of experience behind them. Some are moving into new positions of leadership, and all have demonstrated their ability to work together and to contribute their thinking, their judgment, and their hard work in service to the public. I thank you all for once more choosing me as your chair, and will do my best serve you well.”
Election of a Vice Chairman
The next order of business was the election of Vice Chairman and Mr. Joseph opened nominations. Ms. Mackesey nominated Mrs. McBean-Clairborne as Vice Chair, seconded by Mr. Dennis.
Mr. Randall nominated Mr. Sigler as Vice Chair, seconded by Mr. Hattery. Mr. Randall made the following statement:
“I make this nomination because I have come to know Mr. Sigler as an innovator who is not afraid to stand up and take a stand even though there has been a lot of times that he stands alone; I respect him for that.”
Hearing no more nominations, it was MOVED by Mr. Booth, seconded by Mr. Shinagawa, and unanimously adopted by voice vote by members present, to close nominations.
A vote by show of hands to elect Mrs. McBean-Clairborne Vice Chair of the Legislature resulted as follows: Ayes - 8 (Legislators Booth, Dennis, Herrera, Joseph, Mackesey, McBean-Clairborne, Robertson, Shinagawa, and Stevenson). A vote by show of hands to elect Mr. Sigler Vice Chair of the Legislature resulted as follows: Ayes - 4 (Legislators Hattery, Proto, Randall, and Sigler). Excused – 3 (Legislators Kiefer, Koplinka-Loehr, and McBean-Clairborne.)
Mrs. McBean-Clairborne was declared Vice Chair of the Legislature for 2007.
Ms. Herrera was excused at this time (5:52 p.m.).
Privilege of the Floor by the Public
Mr. Charles Trautmann, Executive Director of the Sciencenter, spoke of the resolution on the agenda for a tourism grant. He informed the Legislature of the planned use of grant funding and noted that if approved, the total grants received would be $105,000, approximately $25,000 less than grants awarded to PRI and the State Theatre. Mr. Trautmann reported the Sciencenter has approximately 91,000 visitors annually; with a fifty/fifty ratio of County residents and non-County residents. He stated a new system is being installed that will assist in tracking where visitors came from, reasons for attendance, etc.
Privilege of the Floor by Legislators
Mr. Proto, District No. 7 Legislator, stated the deadline has passed for the “Voice Your Choice” option for electric service. He then spoke of Tompkins Consolidated Area Transit and various other organizations decision to purchase 500,000 gallons of bio-diesel fuel for their fleets. Mr. Proto said that it would assist in reducing pollutants and that Mr. Marx, Commissioner of Planning and Public Works, deserves recognition for his efforts in bringing this opportunity to fruition.
Ms. Robertson, District No. 13 Legislator, spoke of “How are the Children”, a community-sharing meeting in November held at the Greater Ithaca Activities Center. Ms. Reagan of Catholic Charities put together information on the discussions and it is available via e-mail to those interested. This meeting raised a lot of issues for children including food, housing, mental health, childcare and poverty issues. In addition, as part of the Martin Luther King celebrations there will be a poverty simulation that will utilize role-playing situations. Ms. Robertson then spoke of the loss of over 3,000 Americans in Iraq, noting that regardless of how individuals feel about the conflict these people are mourned as well as the over 22,000 injured. She said there is a lot of work to do to see that part of the world stabilized. Ms. Robertson will be attending the March on Washington January 27 through January 29, 2007. This event has been organized to ask our government to stop the war.
Report from a Municipal Official
Ms. Coles, Common Council member, reported the Southwest Mission Statement is completed. Mayor Peterson has appointed a selection committee that will seek developers for the 600 – 700 housing unit proposal which should include a range of affordability for the housing. She then reported the City has extended its residency requirement for department heads and deputies to include the entire county rather than restricting residency to just the City. Ms. Coles reported the City is preparing to pass a similar resolution to the County’s regarding the proposed closing of Lakeside Nursing and Rehabilitation Home, requesting the Berger Commission recommendation be rejected.
Ms. Coles spoke of her attendance at the City Workforce Diversity Committee and noted they have been meeting with various department heads to explain what workforce diversity means in actuality and practice rather than the conceptual plan.
Ms. Robertson asked if she knows whether the Lakeside resolution is anticipated to pass and was informed it is expected to. Ms. Coles said many individuals from Lakeside and the community are expected to attend the meeting to discuss the topic.
Chair's Appointment
2007 Poet Laureate
Mr. Richard Driscoll introduced Mr. Paul Hamill, nominee for
the Tompkins County Poet Laurate, noting Mr. Hamill assisted in creating
the Community Arts Partnership in 1989. He spoke of Mr. Hamill’s
many accomplishments as an educator, administrator, and poet.
Mr. Hamill thanked the Legislature for the honor of this appointment and thanked former Poet Laureates Katharyn Howd Machan and Michelle Berry, as well as his family. He spoke of a self-photograph seen at The History Center of Vernon Morton who became the official photographer for Tompkins County events during the early 1900’s. He said he had written a poem about this photograph, which has been translated to Chinese, and read the following:
Vernon Morton Self-photographed (1898)
I have been trying so hard,
Miranda, not to look young,
so that my red mustache,
which you see in this image
from one of last week's plates,
will help to convince
that I am settled and serious
enough to care for you
as my wife. My body rebels
at the distance between us.
Perhaps it is wrong to say
and I mean no disrespect
but as I am a man it is true.
I hope you will find me serious
and not ridiculous, although
an elderly woman told me
that I looked like
I was wearing a sunrise.
I take pictures of life
in country or town
but I do not live. The greens
are browns are grey and flat.
Years without you are blank,
like plates left where a shaft
of light has ruined them.
You are my shaft of light:
not that you ruin me
but in a way you have,
for all I see is your light,
and all I want.
This place is the same as ever:
dreary rain over bridges,
pompous ceremonies,
men and women whose minds
are scurrying chickens
in the farmyard. When will you
allow me to court you?
Mr. Joseph announced his appointment of Paul Hamill as Tompkins County Poet Laureate for 2007.
Chair’s Report
Chair Joseph stated he had provided a list of Committee assignments as well as proposed meeting dates and requested the information be reviewed at the end of the meeting to determine whether they are acceptable and the date of the first meeting. Mr. Dennis noted the Personnel Committee would be meeting next Wednesday to continue work from 2006. Mr. Joseph said he would like to hold a meeting of Committee Chairs on January 16th.
Report from the County Administrator
Mr. Whicher, County Administrator, did not have a report.
Report from the County Attorney
Mr. Wood, County Attorney, did not have a report.
Report from the Finance Director
Mr. Squires, Finance Director, reported that tomorrow bids will be accepted on $3.5 million revenue anticipation notes, which is also when the City of Ithaca will refinance approximately $20 million of notes and bonds. In addition, he spoke of the tax enforcement procedures begun last fall, noting of the one-hundred fifteen properties listed as being eligible for foreclosure, at this time there are fifty-eight still outstanding. Approximately $250,000 has been collected of the original approximately $700,000 in arrears. He is optimistic that there should be approximately 25 remaining properties outstanding. Mr. Squires noted there are two mobile home properties with outstanding balances totaling approximately $250,000.
Addition of Resolution(s) to the Agenda
There were no resolution(s) added to the agenda.
Withdrawal of Resolution(s) from the Agenda
Ms. Robertson was given permission to withdraw from the agenda the member-filed resolution entitled Award of Tourism Capital Grant from Room Occupancy Tax Fund.
Approval of Resolution(s) Under the Consent Agenda
There were no resolutions under the Consent Agenda.
Approval of Appointment(s) Under the Consent Agenda
It was MOVED by Ms. Robertson, seconded by Mr. Stevenson and unanimously adopted by voice vote by members present, to approve the following appointment(s) under the Consent Agenda:
Tompkins County Soil and Water Conservation District Board
Alan Teeter – Grange representative - Term expires December 31, 2009
Report from the Health and Human Services Committee
Mr. Proto, Chairman, reported that subsequent to the resolution about Lakeside Nursing and Rehabilitation Home passed at the December 19 Legislature meeting, materials were sent to all pertinent State Legislators as well as the Governor and Governor-Elect. This correspondence encouraged State legislators to meet with a County team to discuss options available in light of the Berger Commission recommendations. He reported at the New York State Association of Counties a session regarding nursing homes would be held. He is also pleased to see the City taking action on the matter as well. Mr. Proto expressed his appreciation to Ms. Mackesey and Ms. Robertson for their efforts in disseminating information on the subject as well as notifying State Legislators of the County’s concerns. He suggested other interested parties also write letters to the State Legislators to express displeasure with the Berger Commission recommendation.
Report from the Facilities and Infrastructure Committee
Mr. Randall reported the Committee has not met since the last Legislature meeting. He expressed his appreciation to fellow Committee members for their support, particularly Ms. Kiefer who assisted during his absences, as well as expressing gratitude to Ms. Nelson, Public Works Administrator for her assistance.
Report from the Personnel Committee
Mr. Dennis, Chair, stated he looks forward to working with the new members of the Committee this year. He said there are many topics to cover in 2007, including negotiations with the Road Patrol; he will keep the Legislature informed of progress. Mr. Dennis expressed appreciation to Mr. Proto for his reports on topics that would be of community interest and hopes that Mr. Shinagawa will carry on this practice.
Presentation of Resolution(s) from the Government Operations Committee
RESOLUTION NO. 1 - ESTABLISHING 2007 MEETING DATES (amended by Resolution No. 5 of 2007, January 16, 2007)
It was MOVED by Mr. Sigler, seconded by Mr. Stevenson. Mr. Sigler noted changes to the schedule had been made to eliminate one meeting in August and holding the second July meeting a week later than normal. A brief discussion occurred regarding the summer meetings, with Ms. Mackesey in favor of the proposed schedule. Mr. Joseph provided background on the present two meetings per month, noting that previous years it was difficult to complete all necessary business with only one meeting during August. Ms. Robertson expressed concern on the present schedule, noting staff vacations may be difficult with the proposed schedule. Ms. Mackesey thought perhaps it would be more useful to have one meeting in July and two in August. Mr. Proto was in favor of maintaining the regular schedule of the first and third Tuesdays, and cancel the second meeting if need be.
It was MOVED by Mr. Proto, seconded by Mr. Booth, to amend the schedule to reflect the July meetings be held on July 3 and July 17, and the August meetings be held August 7 and 21. A voice vote on the motion resulted as follows: Ayes – 7 (Legislators Booth, Dennis, Joseph, Proto, Robertson, Shinagawa, and Stevenson); Noes – 4 (Legislators Hattery, Mackesey, Randall, and Sigler); Excused – 4 (Legislators Herrera, Kiefer, Koplinka-Loehr, and McBean-Clairborne). MOTION FAILED.
A voice vote on the original motion resulted as follows: Ayes – 9 (Legislators Booth, Dennis, Hattery, Joseph, Mackesey, Randall, Robertson, Sigler, and Shinagawa); Noes – 2 (Legislators Proto and Stevenson); Excused – 4 (Legislators Herrera, Kiefer, Koplinka-Loehr, and McBean-Clairborne). RESOLUTION ADOPTED.
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Government Operations Committee, That the 2007 regular meetings of the Tompkins County Legislature are as follows:
Tuesday, January 2, 2007 at 5:30 p.m.
Tuesday, January 16, 2007 at 5:30 p.m.
Tuesday, February 6, 2007 at 5:30 p.m.
Tuesday, February 20, 2007 at 5:30 p.m.
Tuesday, March 6, 2007 at 5:30 p.m.
Tuesday, March 20, 2007 at 5:30 p.m.
Wednesday April 4, 2007 at 5:30 p.m. (Tuesday, April 3
- Passover)
Tuesday, April 17, 2007 at 5:30 p.m.
Tuesday, May 1, 2007 at 5:30 p.m.
Tuesday, May 15, 2007 at 5:30 p.m.
Tuesday, June 5, 2007 at 5:30 p.m.
Tuesday, June 19, 2007 at 5:30 p.m.
Tuesday, July 3, 2007 at 5:30 p.m.
Tuesday, July 24, 2007 at 5:30 p.m.
Tuesday, August 21, 2007 at 5:30 p.m.
Tuesday, September 4, 2007 at 5:30 p .m.
Tuesday, September 18, 2007 at 5:30 p.m.
Tuesday, October 2, 2007 at 5:30 p.m.
Tuesday, October 16, 2007 at 5:30 p.m.
Wednesday, November 7, 2007 at 5:30 p.m. (Tuesday,
November 6 - Election Day)
Tuesday, November 20, 2007 at 5:30 p.m.
Tuesday, December 4, 2007 at 5:30 p.m. (Hanukkah begins at sundown)
Tuesday, December 18, 2007 at 5:30 p.m.
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Report and Presentation of Resolution(s) of the Planning, Development, and Environmental Quality Committee
Ms. Robertson reported the Committee met briefly prior to the Legislature to discuss the resolutions presented.
RESOLUTION NO. 2 - ACCEPTANCE OF SMALL CITIES ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT GRANT – RPM ECOSYSTEMS GROWING PROJECT
MOVED by Ms. Robertson, seconded by Mr. Hattery, and unanimously adopted by voice vote by members present.
WHEREAS, the County has been awarded Small Cities Community Development
Block Grant (CDBG) funds from the United States Department of Housing and
Urban Development (HUD) administered by New York State Governor’s Office
for Small Cities to provide economic development assistance to RPM Ecosystems,
and
WHEREAS, the total grant amount to Tompkins County is $516,000, of
which $500,000 will be provided to RPM Ecosystems as a low interest loan,
and
WHEREAS, the RPM Ecosystems Growing Operation Project will establish
a full scale plant nursery on 159 acres in the Town of Dryden that will
provide 56 full-time permanent jobs, 44 of which will be made available
to low and moderate-income persons, and
WHEREAS, the RPM Ecosystems Growing Operation Project supports the
policy of the Tompkins County Comprehensive Plan to support economic development
that provides quality employment opportunities to local residents, good
wages and benefits, and affordable goods and services, and
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Planning, Development and
Environmental Quality Committee, That the County hereby accepts Small Cities
CDBG funds in the amount of $516,000,
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be authorized
to execute any contracts related to this project,
RESOLVED, further, That the Director of Finance is authorized
to make the following budget adjustment:
Revenue CD8684.44959 Federal Aid $516,000
Appropriation CD8684.54400 Program Expense $516,000
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RESOLUTION NO. 3 - AWARD OF TOURISM CAPITAL GRANT FROM ROOM OCCUPANCY TAX FUND
It was MOVED by Ms. Robertson, seconded by Mr. Randall, and unanimously adopted by voice vote by members present.
WHEREAS, Resolution No. 147 of 2003 authorized the County to enter
into an agreement with Tompkins County Area Development (TCAD) to administer
the Tourism Capital Grants Process, which included designing the application
process, reviewing and analyzing the feasibility and economic impact of
tourism projects, and providing oversight for tourism projects, and
WHEREAS, funding exists within the Room Tax Occupancy budget
for Tourism Capital Grants, and
WHEREAS, TCAD reviewed the following project with the Strategic
Tourism Planning Board (STPB), and the STPB anticipates that the following
project will encourage the development of tourism products and attractions
in order to improve community assets, increase the tourism business in
the County and increase the income from the Room Occupancy tax, and the
grant award has been reviewed and recommended by the STPB, now therefore
be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Planning, Development and Environmental
Quality Committee, That $60,000 shall be paid to the Sciencenter for the
proposed Tourism Capital project:
Entity Project 2006Allocation
Sciencenter Sciencenter: Enhancement and Upgrade of Outdoor Attractions
$60,000
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator or his designee
is authorized to sign all documents related to this project.
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Ms. Robertson announced there will be a workshop on January 9, 2007, at the Chamber of Commerce Center, from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. to provide information on the various grants available including Celebrations, Tourism, Marketing, and Advertising. In response to Ms. Mackesey’s question it was noted that Ms. Kippola has worked with Ms. Lynch, Public Information Officer, on various manners to notify interested municipalities, businesses, and individuals of these grant opportunities. She expressed appreciation to all involved with the Committee’s work during 2006.
Report from the Budget and Capital Committee
Ms. Mackesey, Vice Chair, reported the Committee has not met since the last Legislature meeting. The next meeting is tentatively set for Monday, January 8, 2007. She noted she will not be on the Committee this coming year and expressed appreciation to Committee members and staff for tremendous support that provided an understanding of County finances to all involved.
Report from the Public Safety Committee
Mr. Booth, Vice Chair, reported the Committee has not met since the last Legislature meeting and therefore he has no report.
Adjournment
On motion the meeting adjourned at 6:50 p.m.
Respectfully submitted: Karen Fuller, Deputy Clerk