FINAL OFFICIAL
Miami-Dade Health, Public Safety & Intergovernmental Cmte Minutes
Thursday, September 16, 2010
2:00:00 PM
Sally A. Heyman (4) Chair; Rebeca Sosa (6) Vice Chair; Commissioners Bruno A. Barreiro (5), Jose "Pepe" Diaz (12), Dorrin D. Rolle (2), and Javier D. Souto (10)
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Members Present: Bruno A. Barreiro; Jose "Pepe" Diaz; Dorrin D. Rolle; Sen. Javier D. Souto; Rebeca Sosa; Sally A. Heyman
Members Absent: None
Members Late: None
Members Excused: None
Members Absent County Business: None

         
1 MINUTES PREPARED BY:  
  REPORT: Karen Harrison, Commission Reporter
(305)375-1296
 
1A INVOCATION  
1B PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE  
1C ROLL CALL  
  REPORT: The following staff members were present: Assistant County Manager Ysela Llort; and Assistant County Attorneys Gerald Heffernan, Jess McCarty, Gerald Sanchez; and Deputy Clerks Jovel Shaw, Zorana Gainer, and Karen Harrison.

Chairwoman Heyman called the meeting to order at 2:08 p.m.

The Committee convened in a moment of silence, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.

Assistant County Attorney Gerald Sanchez noted no changes were requested to today�s (9/16) agenda.

It was moved by Commissioner Sosa that September 16, 2010 HPSIC Agenda be approved, as presented. This motion was seconded by Commissioner Rolle, and upon being put to a vote, passed by a vote of 4-0 (Commissioners Barreiro and Diaz were absent).
 
1D DISCUSSION ITEM(S)  
1D1  
  101787 Discussion Item     Sally A. Heyman        
  TIMELY SUBMITTAL OF PHT AGENDA ITEMS Presented
  REPORT: Chairwoman Heyman noted four discussion items pertaining to the Public Health Trust (PHT) were listed on today�s agenda. She also noted, for the record, that two of the existing HPSIC members also served as members of the PHT.

At the request of Chairwoman Heyman, Ms. Tara Smith, representing the County Manager�s PHT Management Watch Team, appeared before the HPSIC presented items on the PHT agenda, which she noted as finalized five (5) days before the PHT meeting.

Chairwoman Heyman noted members of the HPSIC requested that the PHT Agendas be submitted timely in the event they wanted to attend a particularly meeting.

In response to Chairwoman Heyman�s question as to whether the PHT Agenda could be submitted as proposed, Ms. Mary Lou Tighe, Jackson Health System noted she would ensure that the PHT Agenda was submitted to the HPSIC members five (5) days before the respective PHT meeting.
 
  7/15/2010 Presented by the Health, Public Safety & Intergovernmental Cmte  
1D2  
  101820 Discussion Item     Sally A. Heyman        
  STATUS OF LEASES AT JACKSON HEALTH SYSTEM Presented
  REPORT: Mr. Charles Parkinson, Budget Coordinator, Office of Strategic Business Management (OSBM), appeared before the HPSIC and presented the status of leased office space at Jackson Memorial Hospital (JMH).

Concerning Mr. Charles Parkinson, OBSM Budget Coordinator�s, comment that the department would come back with a contract award for approval by the PHT or by this Committee at the beginning of 2011, Commissioner Rolle asked that the OSBM Department Director provide a written report stating the specific problems with leasing the retail space at JMH, and why it remained in non-leased status for so long.

Commissioner Sosa asked Assistant County Attorney Jess McCarty to prepare a report clarifying her obligation to JMH as a County Commissioner; including her authority and/or jurisdiction to request information within its existing structure and governance, and the type of questions she could ask.

Commissioner Barreiro asked that the report requested by Commissioner Sosa include a separate category for the type of questions State and Federal officials could ask.
 
  7/15/2010 Presented by the Health, Public Safety & Intergovernmental Cmte  
1D3  
  101822 Discussion Item     Sally A. Heyman        
  PRIOR REQUESTED INFORMATION REGARDING JACKSON MEMORIAL FOUNDATION Presented
  REPORT: Chairwoman Heyman noted during a County Commission meeting, Commissioner Martinez requested that the Foundation be more accountable, specifically by submitting a detailed breakdown of expenditures that totaled $7,791,525. She also noted that she requested a comparative analysis of other hospital�s international programs like Jackson Memorial Hospital (JMH) that projected net revenue generated by the Foundation, which was indicated on page (3) of the document from the Foundation.

Chairwoman Heyman noted, for the record, that she requested this information from the Foundation at the July 10, 2010 HPSIC meeting; however, she received a (10) ten page document that only contained a comparative analysis between JMH and Baptist Hospital. She also noted if there was a problem in obtaining this information, the County could have assisted by using its resources to develop an itemized budget for the Foundation.

Mr. Rolando Rodriguez, President, Jackson Memorial Foundation appeared before the HPSIC, and clarified that an entire itemized budget of the Foundation had been provided to the Board of County Commissioners via the PHT, which was vetted by the Steering Planning Committee.

Chairwoman Heyman explained that two (2) members of the HPSIC sat on the PHT, but the other members did not receive the itemized budget of the Foundation and she requested that a copy be provided to the all members of the HPSIC.

Regarding Chairwoman Heyman�s request, Mr. Rodriquez emphasized how difficult it was to obtain comparisons from Baptist Hospital because the data needed from Medicare and private institutions was not available. He also noted the Foundation used consultants to gather the information and felt that the program provided through Baptist Hospital would be the most comparable to the Foundation and an excellent example of how the Foundation�s program operated. Mr. Rodriquez noted other than a program in Broward County, he was unaware of any other hospitals that had a similar to the international program as the Foundation. He also noted he would try to get more information regarding the facility in Broward.

In response to Chairwoman Heyman�s inquiry regarding how international patients that received medical treatment from JMH were identified, Mr. Rodriguez explained that a number of codes were used to identify international patients during the screening process.
Chairwoman Heyman questioned whether the reported net revenue reflected billing or incoming revenue.

Mr. Rodriguez noted the net revenue reflected the incoming revenue and the International Department only served paying patients; that non-paying patients were not treated through the international program.

Discussion ensued among the Committee members whether the Foundation�s marketing efforts intended to attract only paying international patients versus non-paying international patients to JMH.

Commissioner Diaz asked Assistant County Manager Ysela Llort to work with Jackson Health Services (JHS) to prepare schematics (an operational chart) of the JHS (also known as Jackson International Health) insurance operations including their marketing strategies/concepts, target group, premium base, financial statements, and investment portfolio; and the number of companies represented by the Public Health Trust that generated business. He asked that this report be submitted to all members of this Committee and the County Commission.

Mr. Carlos Lopez-Cantera, Vice Chairman, Jackson Memorial Foundation Board appeared before the Committee and clarified that the Foundation was responsible for raising funds for projects within the JMH; and the Foundation Health Services, which was the subject of today�s discussion, was responsible for the International Program.

Chairwoman Heyman asked that the report requested by Commissioner Diaz include line items of the Foundation�s operational budget reflecting the $9 million received for 2009 and the $7.2 million slated for 2010 for Foundation Health Services (known as Jackson International Health), and a separate report on its methods of operation.

Following further discussion, Mr. Cantera noted the $100 million was generated in revenue by the Foundation, and would go directly to JMH. He also noted that the Foundation was a marketing company.

Additionally, Mr. Rolando Rodriguez clarified that 60 percent of the physicians on staff at JMH South and North were from the University of Miami and private practices..

Chairwoman Heyman also requested that this report include a breakdown of Jackson Memorial Hospital�s net revenue stream and how the $41.5 million from last year was used

Commissioner Souto asked that this report include the services provided by Jackson International Health Services as well as the type of patients and their diagnosis, accomplishments, and failure rate, particularly patients from Peru and Brazil.

Commissioner Sosa noted she was familiar with the level of health care provided at JMH because she had been treated there. She also noted that she had observed the work of the Foundation.

In response to Commissioner Sosa�s question regarding whether donations were received from international patients, Mr. Carlos Cantera noted that within the past year the Foundation had received over a million dollars in donations from international patients and this program was progressively growing.

Commissioner Sosa recommended this information be included in the report requested by Commissioner Diaz.

Mr. Cantera noted those donations were not reported because the funding was from the Foundation and was used for capital projects, which eventually used for JMH. He explained that $60 million of the $100 million in gross revenue was used for physicians� salaries and operating expenses.

Commissioner Souto said he had not doubt that the Foundation contributed to the financial well being of JMH; however, he wanted to JMH to be more aggressive and creative in identifying resources to fund the hospital.

Mr. Rolando Rodriguez noted he agreed with Commissioner Souto that JMH needed to be more aggressive in identifying funding sources.

In response to Commissioner Diaz� question regarding the number of companies that send business to JMH, Mr. Rodriguez noted patient referrals were made through 31 insurance contracts and 28 affiliation agreements.

Commissioner Diaz requested that this information be included in the report as well.
 
  7/15/2010 Presented by the Health, Public Safety & Intergovernmental Cmte  
1D4  
  101991 Discussion Item     Sally A. Heyman        
  CHIEF JUDGE JOEL BROWN RE: MAGISTRATE/ RED LIGHT CAMERAS Presented
  REPORT: Assistant County Attorney Gerald Sanchez read the foregoing discussion item into the record.

Judge Joel Brown, Chief Judge, Eleventh Judicial Circuit of Florida, appeared before the HPSIC and introduced Trial Administrator Sandra Larnagin and County Court Judge Victoria Delpino. He presented a number of issues regarding the foregoing red light cameras. He urged Committee members to consider the impact of the red light camera program on the court system and what would be needed to enforce this new law. Chief Judge Brown expressed concern that this proposal would result in 500,000 citations and over 50,000 court cases. If approved, he noted he anticipated an increase the number of court hearings per week by 30,and the number of Magistrates by 10, at an estimated cost of $100,000, He said a budget appropriation must be attached to this proposal if approved.

Chairwoman Heyman asked Assistant County Attorney Jess McCarty to work with Chief Judge Joel Brown to provide a breakdown of the estimated 50,000 court cases, specifically the number of cases involving citations for running red lights versus citations for making right turns due to insufficient stop time or a rolling stop.

Chairwoman Heyman also asked Assistant County Attorney McCarty to explore the possibility of adding concessions for the County or through Article V for the courts as a State Agency, to assist in the insurmountable challenges on the courts pursuant to this Legislation.

Commissioner Sosa requested Assistant County Attorney Jess McCarty to prepare a resolution under her sponsorship urging the Florida Legislature to review the new red light law, right turns on red lights and to review providing financial assistance from the State of Florida to the court system and other departments in order to handle the cost of additional court cases.

Commissioner Barreiro pointed out that the cities and municipalities that would implement the red light cameras program would receive 100 percent of the local distribution, but the County would be responsible for funding the courts.

Following further discussion, Chief Judge Joel Brown noted the facilities of the courts system had limited space to conduct the hearings and some of them would have to be held in the respective City Commission Chambers or hearing rooms, which would increase the cost..

Commissioner Rolle clarified that the increased court expenses totaling $100,000 could not be absorbed by the courts.

Responding to Chairwoman Heyman�s inquiry regarding how the percentage of revenue generated from traffic tickets were distributed, Assistant County Attorney McCarty noted if the City issued the traffic tickets, a percentage of the revenue collected from tickets would be shared by the City and the State.

Chairwoman Heyman noted in pursuant to Article IV of the Charter, the County would be responsible for court administration obligations and a percentage of the revenue collected from those tickets should go towards the County.
 
1D5  
  102183 Discussion Item     Sally A. Heyman        
  PRESENTATION BY MARY LOU TIGHE, CORPORATE DIRECTOR OF GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS FOR JACKSON HEALTH SYSTEM RE: BILLING PRACTICES OF JHS/PHT Presented
  REPORT: Ms. Mary Lou Tighe, Jackson Health System, appeared before the HPSIC and presented a report that displayed a flowchart of their billing system.

Chairwoman Heyman noted, for the record, that she hoped this flow chart would be disseminated to all the members of HPSIC to resolve the concerns regarding accurate and timely billing and the implementation of a structured billing system.

Ms. Tighe noted that the flow chart reflected the process needed in those areas Chairwoman Heyman mentioned. She also noted that a report was generated daily to monitor the status of the billing system.

Chairwoman Heyman requested that copies of this report be distributed to all the members of the County Commission to inform them of initiatives and tangible steps taken during the review of budget reductions and to assist with operating expenses of JMH.

Ms. Tighe noted that she would ensure this information was presented at the Committee of the Whole meeting on Monday, September 20, 2010.

In response to Commissioner Rolle�s inquiry regarding the effective date of this new billing system, Ms. Tighe noted the system was currently in operation, but she would have to follow-up and provide the effective date of this new system later.

In response to Commissioner Rolle�s question regarding the process indicated on this flow chart being implemented and whether it would resolve the existing billing problems at Jackson Health System, Ms. Tighe noted yes, this system was currently implemented and those billing problems have been addressed. She said she would ensure that Mr. Marcus Lapciuc, Public Health Trust reviewed this billing system.
 
1E PUBLIC HEARING  
2 COUNTY COMMISSION  
2A  
  102086 Resolution     Bruno A. Barreiro        
  RESOLUTION DIRECTING THE MAYOR OR DESIGNEE TO STUDY THE FEASIBILITY OF NEGOTIATING WITH MUNICIPALITIES IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY TO CREATE A SINGLE, UNIFORM COUNTYWIDE PROGRAM FOR RED LIGHT CAMERAS WITH REVENUES GENERATED IN MUNICIPALITIES TO BE PROVIDED TO SUCH MUNICIPALITIES Deferred to No Date Certain
Resolution
Mover: Bruno A. Barreiro
Seconder: Dorrin D. Rolle
Vote: 6 - 0
  REPORT: Assistant County Attorney Gerald Sanchez read the foregoing proposed resolution into the record.

It was moved by Commissioner Rolle that the foregoing proposed resolution be forwarded to the County Commission with a favorable recommendation. This motion was seconded by Chairwoman Heyman.

Major Mark Jeter, Commander of Intracoastal District Section, Miami Dade Police Department (MDPD), 15665 Biscayne Boulevard, appeared before the Committee and noted municipalities generally handled all traffic enforcement within their respective jurisdictions regardless whether violations where cited on State or County roadways. Municipalities were aware of the traffic flow, traffic dynamics, and they followed Federal and State accreditation standards in terms responding high crash intersections and complaints. He also noted municipalities have established business rules for responding to concerns of the residents and constituents.

Chairwoman Heyman noted this proposed resolution would place an additional burden on the MDPD.

Mr. Jeter concurred with Chairwoman Heyman, noting it would require greater infrastructure in terms of personnel, information technology support, computers, and other related equipment. He noted, in response to Chairwoman Heyman�s request for clarification, the police department would not realize any significant compensation by implementing red light camerasl; that the County would only get a percentage of the $150 fine based on a set formula and the municipality would receive the balance.

Chairwoman Heyman noted she wished to withdraw a second based on Mr. Jeter�s comment.

Commissioner Sosa concurred with Chairwoman Heyman. She noted she did not support red light cameras as proposed. Commissioner Sosa said she supported the use of cameras at red light signals to save lives, but she was concerned that the intent of these cameras was to generate revenues. She recommended that the use of red light cameras be limited to drivers running the red light and that the Department considers extending the timing on yellow lights.

Commissioner Rolle noted it was his understanding that this resolution involved a study on the feasibility of installing red light cameras countywide.

Chairwoman Heyman noted her concern was that this resolution not only called for a feasibility study, but instructed staff to begin negotiations to implement them.

Assistant County Attorney Jess McCarty clarified that Commissioner Rolle was correct in that this resolution only called for a feasibility study and a subsequent report to the Committee.

Commissioner Souto noted he had some concerns regarding the number and the nature of public complaints the County had received regarding citations issued for red light camera violations. He said he believed this issue needed more dialogue, and asked Assistant County Manager Ysela Llort to schedule a workshop to discuss the red light cameras.

Chairwoman Heyman suggested this workshop be scheduled in October and asked staff to ensure that all principals involved were invited to make presentations.

Commissioner Diaz noted that he concurred with his colleagues. He noted; however, that this proposed ordinance would impact municipalities, and that the affected municipalities needed to be notified pursuant Commissioner Sosa proposed ordinance, which provides that municipalities be notified of such proposals within a reasonable timeframe. He recommended the Committee members consider all options and that one unified, transparent system be implemented for all local cities/municipalities within this County.

Assistant County Manager Llort explained that it was her understanding that staff was to negotiate with municipalities on the feasibility of whether municipalities should pursue the installation of red light cameras as a unified effort or as an individual effort. She noted although this was a sensitive topic, this proposal would provide some benefits in terms of safety and enforcement. Ms. Llort also noted this was an important policy manner and suggested Committee members listen to pros and cons before making a decision.

Chairwoman Heyman she seconded the motion to forward this proposed resolution for dialogue purposes; however, the existing ordinance requires municipalities be notified and she was unsure whether they had been notified including the municipalities she represented because they were not present.

Commissioner Barreiro as sponsor of this resolution, explained that the use of red light cameras had been legalized and codified statewide; and cities and counties throughout the State of Florida had already installed cameras. He noted the intent of this resolution was to create a single, unified countywide program for red light cameras and to ensure everyone who receive citations was clear on how and where to pay citations (i.e., the City/Municipality and the location); to simplify the process; and to ensure economy of scale.

Chairwoman Heyman asked Commissioner Barreiro to consider tabling this proposed resolution, pending proper notification--and feedback from affected municipalities.

Commissioner Sosa reiterated her concerns regarding this resolution, and she noted could not support it as proposed.

Following further discussion, Commissioner Barreiro noted he was participated on State Legislation when the red light camera legislation was adopted and he voted against it at that time. He also voted against the installation of red light cameras along I-95 and other local roadways. Despite his opposition, these cameras had been installed throughout the State of Florida, the commissioner noted. He clarified that his intent was to ensure that the County took the lead in creating a single, unified countywide program.

Chairwoman Heyman asked the Office of Intergovernmental Affairs Director to advise the Miami-Dade County League of Cities about this program and to determine the funding availability for it.

Hearing no further comments or questions, the Committee members proceeded to vote for the deferral to no date certain.
 
2B  
  102085 Resolution     Audrey M. Edmonson
Sally A. Heyman
       
  RESOLUTION JOINING MIAMI SHORES VILLAGE IN URGING THE FLORIDA LEGISLATURE TO CODESIGNATE BISCAYNE BOULEVARD FROM NE 88TH STREET TO NE 105TH STREET WITHIN THE VILLAGE AS ''HUGH ANDERSON BOULEVARD''; APPROVING SUCH CODESIGNATION Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation
Resolution R-1023-10
Mover: Jose "Pepe" Diaz
Seconder: Sally A. Heyman
Vote: 6 - 0
  REPORT: Assistant County Attorney Gerald Sanchez read the foregoing proposed resolution into the record.

Hearing no comments or questions, the Committee members proceeded to vote.
 
2C  
  102188 Resolution     Carlos A. Gimenez
Katy Sorenson
       
  RESOLUTION APPROVING THE FLORIDA LEGISLATURE�S DESIGNATION OF S.W. 67TH AVENUE/LUDLAM ROAD FROM S.W. 40TH STREET/BIRD ROAD TO S.W. 136TH STREET AS A STATE HISTORIC ROAD Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation
Resolution R-1025-10
Mover: Jose "Pepe" Diaz
Seconder: Dorrin D. Rolle
Vote: 6 - 0
  REPORT: Assistant County Attorney Gerald Sanchez read the foregoing proposed resolution into the record.

Hearing no comments or questions, the Committee members proceeded to vote.
 
2D  
  102154 Resolution     Dennis C. Moss        
  RESOLUTION APPROVING AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AND MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, FOR THE PROVISION OF INSPECTOR GENERAL SERVICES THROUGH THE OFFICE OF THE MIAMI-DADE COUNTY INSPECTOR GENERAL Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation
Resolution R-1016-10
Mover: Jose "Pepe" Diaz
Seconder: Rebeca Sosa
Vote: 6 - 0
  REPORT: Assistant County Attorney Gerald Sanchez read the foregoing proposed resolution into the record.

Hearing no comments or questions, the Committee members proceeded to vote.
 
2E  
  102193 Resolution     Dennis C. Moss
Sally A. Heyman
       
  RESOLUTION AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 56-10 TO PROVIDE THAT CONTRACT LOBBYISTS SHALL SUBMIT ANY CONFLICT WAIVER REQUEST DIRECTLY TO THE CLERK OF THE BOARD WHO SHALL PLACE THE REQUEST ON THE AGENDA OF THE NEXT AVAILABLE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS MEETING; FURTHER DIRECTING THE CLERK TO PROVIDE A COPY OF THE REQUEST TO THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF THE COMMISSION ON ETHICS AND PUBLIC TRUST Withdrawn
  REPORT: (SEE AGENDA ITEM 2E SUBSTITUTE, LEGISLATIVE FILE NUMBER 102215  
2E SUBSTITUTE  
  102215 Resolution     Dennis C. Moss
Sally A. Heyman
Rebeca Sosa
Audrey M. Edmonson
       
  RESOLUTION AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 56-10 TO PROVIDE THAT ANY CONTRACT LOBBYIST CONFLICT WAIVER REQUEST SHALL BE SUBMITTED DIRECTLY TO THE CLERK OF THE BOARD WHO SHALL PLACE THE REQUEST ON THE AGENDA OF THE NEXT AVAILABLE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS MEETING; FURTHER DIRECTING THE CLERK TO PROVIDE A COPY OF THE REQUEST TO THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF THE COMMISSION ON ETHICS AND PUBLIC TRUST AND TO PLACE THE ETHICS COMMISSION�S REPORT ON THE AGENDA WITH THE CONFLICT WAIVER REQUEST [SEE ORIGINAL ITEM UNDER FILE NO. 102193] Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation
Resolution R-1017-10
Mover: Jose "Pepe" Diaz
Seconder: Rebeca Sosa
Vote: 6 - 0
  REPORT: Assistant County Attorney Gerald Sanchez read the foregoing proposed resolution into the record.

Hearing no comments or questions, the Committee members proceeded to vote.
 
2F  
  102093 Resolution     Rebeca Sosa        
  RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING THE MIAMI-DADE COUNTY HOSPITAL GOVERNANCE TASKFORCE TO STUDY AND REPORT ON ALTERNATIVE MODELS FOR OPERATING THE PUBLIC HEALTH TRUST TO ENSURE IT HAS THE GOVERNING AND FINANCIAL STRUCTURE NECESSARY TO FULFILL ITS CRUCIAL MISSION The motion that this item be Motion resulted in tie vote failed
Mover: Rebeca Sosa
Seconder: Jose "Pepe" Diaz
Vote: 3 - 3
No: Rolle , Souto , Heyman
  REPORT: Assistant County Attorney Gerald Sanchez read the foregoing proposed resolution into the record.

It was moved by Commissioner Sosa that the foregoing proposed resolution be forwarded to the County Commission with a favorable recommendation. This motion was seconded by Commissioner Diaz and opened for discussion.

Commissioner Rolle noted he was not support of this item.

Chairwoman Heyman expressed concern regarding the proposed resolution and noted she wanted the new members of the Public Health Trust (PHT) to be appointed and to have further input from the PHT administration before considering changes in the structure of the PHT. She noted she would not support this item.

Commissioner Sosa noted the role of the Inspector General was to inspect and address the areas of concern regarding performance that was identified by administration. She also noted this resolution proposed that a taskforce be put together that included representatives from the Association of Public Hospitals and Health Systems, members of the medical team, and union to do an analysis and make recommendations regarding the PHT, but not to change its structure.

Commissioner Souto noted the County Commissioners needed to conduct a detailed analysis and monitor existing problems with the PHT in addition to hearing their presentations before making any changes.

Chairwoman Heyman noted this proposed resolution was to establish a governance taskforce team to do a study and she wanted to hear from the new members of the PHT in addition to the others who were already involved before creating another group.

Commissioner Sosa requested to have a roll call vote on this proposed resolution.

Hearing no further comments or questions, Committee members proceeded to vote.

Later in the meeting, Chairwoman Heyman responded to Commissioner Souto�s request to reconsider the vote for the foregoing resolution, by noting two (2) Committee members that previously voted were no longer present.

Concerning Chairwoman Heyman�s request, Assistant County Attorney Sanchez advised the foregoing resolution had been tabled due to a tie vote and reviewing this item later would be appropriate.
 
2G  
  102106 Resolution     Rebeca Sosa
Jose "Pepe" Diaz
Sally A. Heyman
Dorrin D. Rolle
Audrey M. Edmonson
       
  RESOLUTION DIRECTING THE MAYOR OR MAYOR'S DESIGNEE TO ESTABLISH A PUBLIC AWARENESS, SOCIAL MARKETING CAMPAIGN RELATED TO THE �COMMUNITIES PUTTING PREVENTION TO WORK� PROJECT TO COMBAT OBESITY AND PROMOTE HEALTHY EATING AND ACTIVE LIVING Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation
Resolution R-1019-10
Mover: Rebeca Sosa
Seconder: Dorrin D. Rolle
Vote: 6 - 0
  REPORT: Assistant County Attorney Gerald Sanchez read the foregoing proposed resolution into the record.

It was moved by Commissioner Sosa that the foregoing proposed resolution be forwarded to the County Commission with a favorable recommendation. This motion was seconded by Commissioner Rolle and opened for discussion.

Commissioner Sosa recognized Miami-Dade Health Department (MDHD) Administrator Lillian Rivera, and Communication and Legislative Affairs Director Olga Connor for their hard work. She noted the grant program to help combat obesity would be unveiled and that she was honored to be selected as the liaison for this program.

MDHD Administrator Rivera appeared before the HPSIC members and discussed the issue concerning the epidemic of obesity in this community with children. She noted the need for public awareness and the opportunity to implement this program. Ms. Rivera thanked Commissioners Sosa and Rolle for their support. She noted the project had to be completed by March 2012, within a 21-month period, and policy changes had to be produced for the community that would address healthy lifestyles. Ms. Rivera asked that the entire County Commission would support this initiative.

Commissioner Sosa noted a recent tragedy concerning a teenager that experienced problems with obesity. She thanked all the departments involved and administration for their assistance in creating programs for prevention of obesity.

Commissioners Rolle, Heyman and Diaz requested to be co-sponsors for this item.

Hearing no further comments or questions, Committee members proceeded to vote.
 
3 DEPARTMENT  
3A  
  101953 Resolution     Corrections & Rehabilitation Department
  RESOLUTION RATIFYING THE ACTION OF THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO APPLY FOR, RECEIVE, AND EXPEND GRANT FUNDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $3,750,000 FROM THE MENTAL HEALTH TRANSFORMATION GRANTS PROGRAM FROM THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES SUBSTANCE ABUSE AND MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES ADMINISTRATION; AND FURTHER AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO EXERCISE AND EXECUTE SUCH CONTRACTS, AGREEMENTS, MEMORANDA OF UNDERSTANDING, MODIFY OR AMEND THE APPLICATION IN ORDER TO RECEIVE ADDITIONAL FUNDS OR TO EXTEND THE PERFORMANCE PERIOD AS REQUIRED IF AWARDED Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation
Resolution R-1034-10
Mover: Rebeca Sosa
Seconder: Jose "Pepe" Diaz
Vote: 5 - 0
Absent: Barreiro
  REPORT: Assistant County Attorney Gerald Sanchez read the foregoing proposed resolution into the record.

Hearing no comments or questions, Committee members proceeded to vote.
 
3B  
  101956 Resolution     Corrections & Rehabilitation Department
  RESOLUTION RATIFYING THE ACTION OF THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO APPLY FOR, RECEIVE, AND EXPEND GRANT FUNDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $250,000 FROM THE MENTAL HEALTH COLLABORATION PROGRAM FROM THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE; AND FURTHER AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO EXERCISE AND EXECUTE SUCH CONTRACTS, AGREEMENTS, MEMORANDA OF UNDERSTANDING, MODIFY OR AMEND THE APPLICATION IN ORDER TO RECEIVE ADDITIONAL FUNDS OR TO EXTEND THE PERFORMANCE PERIOD AS REQUIRED IF AWARDED Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation
Resolution R-1035-10
Mover: Rebeca Sosa
Seconder: Jose "Pepe" Diaz
Vote: 5 - 0
Absent: Barreiro
  REPORT: Assistant County Attorney Gerald Sanchez read the foregoing proposed resolution into the record.

Hearing no comments or questions, Committee members proceeded to vote.
 
3C  
  101957 Resolution     Corrections & Rehabilitation Department
  RESOLUTION RATIFYING THE ACTION OF THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO APPLY FOR, RECEIVE, AND EXPEND GRANT FUNDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $282,511 FROM THE INCARCERATED VETERANS TRANSITION PROGRAM FROM THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF LABOR; AND FURTHER AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO EXERCISE AND EXECUTE SUCH CONTRACTS, AGREEMENTS, MEMORANDA OF UNDERSTANDING, MODIFY OR AMEND THE APPLICATION IN ORDER TO RECEIVE ADDITIONAL FUNDS OR TO EXTEND THE PERFORMANCE PERIOD AS REQUIRED IF AWARDED Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation
Resolution R-1036-10
Mover: Rebeca Sosa
Seconder: Dorrin D. Rolle
Vote: 5 - 0
Absent: Barreiro
  REPORT: Assistant County Attorney Gerald Sanchez read the foregoing proposed resolution into the record.

Hearing no comments or questions, Committee members proceeded to vote.
 
3D  
  101939 Resolution     Juvenile Services Department
  RESOLUTION RATIFYING THE COUNTY MAYOR�S OR MAYOR�S DESIGNEE�S ACTION TO APPLY, RECEIVE, AND EXPEND GRANT FUNDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $2.2 MILLION FROM THE OJJDP FY 2010 �COMMUNITY-BASED VIOLENCE PREVENTION DEMONSTRATION PROGRAM FUNDS FROM THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE; AND FURTHER AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO EXERCISE AND EXECUTE SUCH CONTRACTS, AGREEMENTS, MEMORANDA OF UNDERSTANDING, MODIFY OR AMEND THE APPLICATION IN ORDER TO RECEIVE ADDITIONAL FUNDS OR TO EXTEND THE PERFORMANCE PERIOD AS REQUIRED IF AWARDED Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation
Resolution R-1037-10
Mover: Rebeca Sosa
Seconder: Jose "Pepe" Diaz
Vote: 5 - 0
Absent: Barreiro
  REPORT: Assistant County Attorney Gerald Sanchez read the foregoing proposed resolution into the record.

Hearing no comments or questions, Committee members proceeded to vote.
 
3E  
  101940 Resolution     Juvenile Services Department
  RESOLUTION RATIFYING THE COUNTY MAYOR�S OR MAYOR�S DESIGNEE�S ACTION TO APPLY FOR, RECEIVE, AND EXPEND GRANT FUNDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $750,000 FROM THE �ENCOURAGING INNOVATION: FIELD-INITIATED PROGRAMS� FROM THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE FUNDS; AND FURTHER AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR AND/OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO EXERCISE AND EXECUTE SUCH CONTRACTS, AGREEMENTS, MEMORANDA OF UNDERSTANDING, MODIFY OR AMEND THE APPLICATION IN ORDER TO RECEIVE ADDITIONAL FUNDS OR TO EXTEND THE PERFORMANCE PERIOD AS REQUIRED IF AWARDED Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation
Resolution R-1038-10
Mover: Rebeca Sosa
Seconder: Dorrin D. Rolle
Vote: 5 - 0
Absent: Barreiro
  REPORT: Assistant County Attorney Gerald Sanchez read the foregoing proposed resolution into the record.

Hearing no comments or questions, Committee members proceeded to vote.
 
3F  
  101938 Resolution     Medical Examiner Department
  RESOLUTION RATIFYING THE MAYOR OR MAYOR�S DESIGNEE�S ACTION TO APPLY FOR, RECEIVE, AND EXPEND GRANT FUNDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $174,995 FROM THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE, FY 2010 PAUL COVERDELL FORENSIC SCIENCE IMPROVEMENT GRANT PROGRAM; AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR OR MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO RECEIVE, EXPEND, AND EXECUTE SUCH CONTRACTS, AGREEMENTS, MEMORANDA OF UNDERSTANDING, AND AMENDMENTS AFTER APPROVAL BY THE COUNTY ATTORNEY; AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR OR THE MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO APPLY FOR, RECEIVE, AND EXPEND ADDITIONAL FUNDS THAT MAY BECOME AVAILABLE Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation
Resolution R-1039-10
Mover: Rebeca Sosa
Seconder: Jose "Pepe" Diaz
Vote: 5 - 0
Absent: Barreiro
  REPORT: See Agenda Item 3G: Legislative File No.101941  
3G  
  101941 Resolution     Medical Examiner Department
  RESOLUTION RATIFYING THE MAYOR OR MAYOR�S DESIGNEE�S ACTION TO APPLY FOR, RECEIVE, AND EXPEND GRANT FUNDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $500,425 FROM THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE, FY 2010 FORENSIC SCIENCE TRAINING DEVELOPMENT AND DELIVERY PROGRAM; AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR OR MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO RECEIVE, EXPEND, AND EXECUTE SUCH CONTRACTS, AGREEMENTS, MEMORANDA OF UNDERSTANDING, AND AMENDMENTS AFTER APPROVAL BY THE COUNTY ATTORNEY; AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR OR THE MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO APPLY FOR, RECEIVE, AND EXPEND ADDITIONAL FUNDS THAT MAY BECOME AVAILABLE Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation
Resolution R-1040-10
Mover: Rebeca Sosa
Seconder: Jose "Pepe" Diaz
Vote: 5 - 0
Absent: Barreiro
  REPORT: Assistant County Attorney Gerald Sanchez read the foregoing proposed resolution into the record.

Hearing no comments or questions, Committee members proceeded to vote.
 
3H  
  102182 Resolution     Miami-Dade Fire and Rescue Department
  RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A MIAMI-DADE FIRE RESCUE DEPARTMENT TRUST FUND TO RECEIVE FUNDS TO BE USED IN SUPPORT OF A PUBLIC SAFETY EXPO; AND AUTHORIZING THE WAIVER OF ADMINISTRATIVE ORDER 3-38 FOR THE EXPENDITURE OF SUCH FUNDS Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation
Resolution R-1009-10
Mover: Rebeca Sosa
Seconder: Jose "Pepe" Diaz
Vote: 5 - 0
Absent: Barreiro
  REPORT: Assistant County Attorney Gerald Sanchez read the foregoing proposed resolution into the record.

Hearing no comments or questions, Committee members proceeded to vote.

Commissioner Sosa asked the members of HPSIC to assist in the efforts to display the Pink Wrap Fire Truck at Bayfront Park, Miami on October 2, 2010 along with individuals that would be making strides to participate in a walkathon against breast cancer.

Chairwoman Heyman spoke in support of this event as well as Komen Walk that would be held on October 16, 2010.
 
3I  
  101930 Resolution     Miami-Dade Police Department
  RESOLUTION RATIFYING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE�S ACTION TO APPLY FOR, RECEIVE, AND EXPEND GRANT FUNDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $150,000 FROM THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE, OFFICE OF JUSTICE PROGRAMS BUREAU OF JUSTICE ASSISTANCE FOR THE MIAMI-DADE MORTGAGE FRAUD TASK FORCE; AND FURTHER AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR AND/OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO EXERCISE AND EXECUTE SUCH CONTRACTS, AGREEMENTS, MEMORANDA OF UNDERSTANDING, MODIFY OR AMEND THE APPLICATION IN ORDER TO RECEIVE ADDITIONAL FUNDS OR TO EXTEND THE PERFORMANCE PERIOD AS REQUIRED IF AWARDED Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation
Resolution R-1041-10
Mover: Rebeca Sosa
Seconder: Dorrin D. Rolle
Vote: 6 - 0
  REPORT: Assistant County Attorney Gerald Sanchez read the foregoing proposed resolution into the record.

Hearing no comments or questions, Committee members proceeded to vote.
 
3J  
  101931 Resolution     Miami-Dade Police Department
  RESOLUTION RATIFYING THE COUNTY MAYOR�S OR MAYOR�S DESIGNEE�S ACTION TO APPLY FOR, RECEIVE, AND EXPEND GRANT FUNDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $12,067,900 FROM THE 2010 COMMUNITY ORIENTED POLICING SERVICES (COPS) HIRING PROGRAM FROM THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE, OFFICE OF COMMUNITY ORIENTED POLICING SERVICES (COPS); AND FURTHER AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR AND/OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO EXERCISE AND EXECUTE SUCH CONTRACTS, AGREEMENTS, MEMORANDA OF UNDERSTANDING, MODIFY OR AMEND THE APPLICATION IN ORDER TO RECEIVE ADDITIONAL FUNDS OR TO EXTEND THE PERFORMANCE PERIOD AS REQUIRED IF AWARDED Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation
Resolution R-1042-10
Mover: Rebeca Sosa
Seconder: Jose "Pepe" Diaz
Vote: 6 - 0
  REPORT: Assistant County Attorney Gerald Sanchez read the foregoing proposed resolution into the record.

Hearing no comments or questions, Committee members proceeded to vote.
 
3K  
  101770 Resolution     Office of Grants Coordination
  RESOLUTION RATIFYING THE MAYOR OR THE MAYOR�S DESIGNEE�S ACTION IN APPLYING FOR UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE FUNDS; AS APPLICANT, ON BEHALF OF THE ELEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OF FLORIDA ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE OF THE COURTS; AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR OR MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO RECEIVE, EXPEND, AND EXECUTE SUCH CONTRACTS, AGREEMENTS, MEMORANDA OF UNDERSTANDING, AND AMENDMENTS AFTER APPROVAL BY THE COUNTY ATTORNEY; AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR OR THE MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO APPLY FOR, RECEIVE, AND EXPEND ADDITIONAL FUNDS THAT MAY BECOME AVAILABLE Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation
Resolution R-1012-10
Mover: Rebeca Sosa
Seconder: Dorrin D. Rolle
Vote: 6 - 0
  REPORT: Assistant County Attorney Gerald Sanchez read the foregoing proposed resolution into the record.

Hearing no comments or questions, Committee members proceeded to vote.
 
4 COUNTY MANAGER  
5 COUNTY ATTORNEY  
5A  
  102167 Special Item     County Attorney
  TRANSMITTAL OF REQUEST FOR GRANT OF CONFLICT WAIVER - BOND COUNSEL HOGAN LOVELLS Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation
Special Item
Mover: Rebeca Sosa
Seconder: Jose "Pepe" Diaz
Vote: 5 - 1
No: Rolle
  REPORT: It was moved by Commissioner Sosa that the foregoing request be forwarded to the County Commission with a favorable recommendation. This motion was seconded by Commissioner Diaz and upon being put to a vote, the vote passed 6-0.

It was moved by Commissioner Rolle that the Board reconsider the foregoing request in order to allow him to change his vote. This motion was seconded by Chairwoman Heyman and upon being put to a vote, the vote passed 6-0.

It was then moved by Commissioner Diaz that this request be forwarded to the County Commission with a favorable recommendation. This motion was seconded by Chairwoman Heyman.

Hearing no other question or comments, the Committee members proceeded to vote.
 
6 CLERK OF THE BOARD  
6A  
  102186 Report     Clerk of the Board
  CLERK'S SUMMARY OF MINUTES FOR THE JULY 15, 2010 HEALTH, PUBLIC SAFETY & INTERGOVERNMENTAL COMMITTEE MEETING Approved
Report
Mover: Rebeca Sosa
Seconder: Jose "Pepe" Diaz
Vote: 6 - 0
  REPORT: Assistant County Attorney Gerald Sanchez read the foregoing report into the record.

The Committee proceeded to vote on this report as presented.
 
7 REPORTS  
7A  
  101905 Report      
  SUNSET REVIEW OF COUNTY BOARDS FOR 2010 - DIAL-A-LIFE ADVISORY AND OVERSIGHT BOARD Report Received
Report
Mover: Rebeca Sosa
Seconder: Sally A. Heyman
Vote: 6 - 0
8 ADJOURNMENT  
  REPORT: There being no further business to come before the Committee, the meeting adjourned at 3:50 p.m.  


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