This meeting was in a different format than usual township meetings which are comprised of the township board doing business of the township in front of the members of the township. In this town hall style meeting, emphasis was on hearing and responding to the township citizens as equals for the betterment of the community. Despite having had little forewarning (the notice was in the Lake County Star only days before the Saturday meeting), there were roughly 20 citizens present and the full board. After the pledge of allegiance, John Fairbanks spoke for awhile on his vision for a new township building. In his words, he would like to "build something low key, subdued, blends into the woods...my building that I've designed is post and beam construction...with a 6 inch concrete slab with hydronics" for a heated floor. The idea is to build something small and affordable, preferably under $50,000 so a licensed engineer would simply be able to stamp architectural drawings instead of overseeing the entire project. Fairbanks also spoke of the history of our area and the fact that our current township hall will be 100 years old in three more years. After Fairbanks spoke, Linda VanDolsen added her thoughts that the project would "probably be under $50,000...but nothing is cut in stone." There were many ideas spoken of by citizens, and many questions raised.
Some ideas involved adding on to the current structure vs. building a separate building and trying to get grants to renovate the current township hall as an historical museum. Other thoughts were to build a bigger structure to benefit the entire community with the idea of renting out the new facility for family get togethers or weddings and funerals. It was pointed out that these accumulated monies were generated and saved through many years of frugality, and we hope to see a good return that everyone can be proud of and benefit from its usage. Later talk turned to doing the work desired in phases on a pay as you go basis. It was remembered that the previous building plans which people voted down included phase options but it was determined that it cost more overall to do a project in phases. Other concerns were for how big of a building is actually needed and how many people should be accommodated. Only one bathroom is included in the new building plan, and no kitchen facilities are provided. The long and short of the meeting was that people would like to see something affordable built, but within a reasonable budget, and that they would like to have input and say-so. Suggestions for another survey to be filled out by citizens was dubiously regarded by VanDolsen, but the general feel in the community is for more informative meetings. I would love to hear your feedback and ideas...
Remember the Annual Meeting next Saturday, March 27th at 2pm!!! Stay informed and involved.
Sunday, March 21, 2010
Saturday, March 20, 2010
March 9, 2010
SPECIAL MEETING PLANNED FOR PROPOSED OFFICE BUILDING-MARCH 20, 2010 @ 10am @ TOWNSHIP HALL
March 9, 2010
Pledge began at 7 pm with all board members present.
Minutes for February approved with corrections.
Reports:
Treasurer’s Report by C. Draper showed 195 parcel paid for the Bass Lake SAD out of 207 total parcels.
Assessor’s report: None
Clerk’s report: None
Commissioner’s report: None
Cemetery report: None
Fire Board report by Marilyn Zdebski showed 47 runs/year as of Feb 16th; there will be an Easter egg hunt on April 3rd at Skinner Park in Irons at 11am; we now have two CPR certified instructors; the new assistant chief is Greg Bombich who comes to the area with great experience in fire fighting; and there is a fire board meeting every month on the third Tues at Station 1, Bass Lake.
Citizens Advisory Committee report by L. Fitz: Feb 15th mtg was canceled due to lack of quorum, but the March 1st mtg continued work on a land use map; next mtg will be March 15th at 2pm.
Supervisor report: none
Correspondence: none
Public comment:
Marilyn Zdebski found Chris Bunch to be very informative concerning brownfield management.
Jane Drake from Fremont informed the citizens she is running for State Rep 100th District (Geoff Hansen's seat)
Under Old Biz:
Jay, super of Lake County Road Commission stated Elk twp portion of paving Granger Rd would be $105,644.40, and VanDolsen asked board if they wanted to proceed with the project. VanVleet made a motion to sign the contract with the road commission with 50% up front and 50% after paving is completed, after discussion VanVleet tabled the motion, then after more discussion VanVleet untabled the motion and Fairbanks seconded, and vote passed to go forward with a contract.
Under New Biz:
1 Poverty Exemption Resolution for 2010-2011
Draper made motion to accept as written (with Elk twp citizens complying with federal guidelines with exemptions for 1 vehicle and principle home), Arquette seconded, and motion passed.
2 USDA presentation on grants/loans-Sept 30th is deadline for stimulus $$$, and there is $ available for low income households for necessary repairs.
3 Proposed Rustic Sportsman's Cabin Ordinance-Lake county has adopted such ordinance for more uniformity including sanitary codes and better structural integrity, maximum square footage is 400 feet.
4 Salary resolution for trustees at the annual mtg (March 27th, 2pm)-tabled.
5 Midget Lake homeowners 911 concerns-Tom Elenbaas, fire chief, detailed 3 problems with Midget Lake area: there is already a Twin Lake rd down in Sauble twp, both directions from the T are labeled as W. Twin Lake Dr, this direction becomes confusing when searching for homes during an emergency)-Solutions: rename one or all of W. Twin Lake Dr, or put up a sign at T detailing which numbers go which way. VanDolsen will give such info to equalization.
6 Resolution for Poicy & Procedures of twp administration-Draper made motion to accept resolution, Arquette seconded, and motion passed (Elk Twp will be audited this year).
Jackie McKellar requested to go to equalization, VanDolsen responded she wouldn't be going down, but she will talk to property owners at Midget Lake concerning problems with signage on their road.
V. Gates requested a notice published in the paper for the March 20th discussion of proposed office building and site planning, VanDolsen said it would be in the paper this week (incidentally, this notice was not in the paper until the following week which was only two days before said meeting).
Friday, February 12, 2010
February 9, 2010
SPECIAL MEETING PLANNED FOR PROPOSED OFFICE BUILDING-MARCH 20, 2010 @ 10am @ TOWNSHIP HALL
February 9, 2010
Pledge began at 7 pm with all board members present.
Minutes for January approved with corrections.
Reports:
Treasurer’s Report by C. Draper showed a complete township balance of $360,899.21
Assessor’s report: None
Clerk’s report: None although M. VanVleet mentioned applications were available for election workers.
Commissioner’s report: None
Cemetery report: None
Fire Board report by fire chief, Tom Elenbaas: 18 runs for the year including one house fire; all 7 fire dept trucks are available for service; Eden twp has agreed to host the annual Easter egg hunt; a new cadet program has begun for 16-18 year olds.
Citizens Advisory Committee report by L. Fitz: Jan. 18th meeting was cancelled due to lack of quorum, but planning continued at the Feb 1st meeting, and next meeting will be on Feb 15th at 2pm.
Supervisor report by L. VanDolsen: about road brining, seems the county has its own brine tank and last summer one tank was down for repairs to a pump, so brining was sketchy; Elk twp may request full brining but the first brine will always be a spot brine.
ORV letter sent to the county to remain the same for Elk.
Correspondence: letter from Heritage LLC for crop dusting for gypsy moths (set aside)
Letter from Bob Englebrecht to Lake County Equalization containing a list of properties not included in 911 because there are outbuildings but no permanent residents.
Public comment:
Jackie McKellar requested the list from Bob Englebrecht that he sent to the equalization dept (L. VanDolsen will look into it).
Under Old Biz:
1 MTA seminar which J. Fairbanks & V. Gates attended was very professional and informational, it was concluded by both that the board must have priorities for projects before grants are pursued.
3 Proposed Office Building-special meeting set for input from citizens, March 20th at 10 am at township hall.
Under New Biz:
1 Assessor’s contract-same dollar amount as last two years.
F. Arquette made motion to accept the assessor’s contract for another two years, seconded and passed unanimously ($23,500 for May ’10 – April ’12)
2 Lake County Broadband initiative-Paul Bigford from Sweetwater twp is spearheading this initiative and has asked twps to sign a non-binding letter of interest.
C. Draper made a motion to fill out the letter of interest, passed.
3 July 10th annual trash day with J & S services.
J. Fairbanks made a motion to accept this contract, passed.
Public Comment:
Suggestion to publicize the proposed office building meeting on March 20th, L. VanDolsen said she would put it in the Star and/or the Bulletin Board News.
Suggestion to have a curbside pickup for trash was dismissed due to cost.
Motion to adjourn was seconded, and passed at 8:07pm.
Sunday, January 17, 2010
January 12,2010
BUILDING PLANS CONTINUE....
January 12, 2010
Pledge began at 7 pm with all board members present.
Minutes for Dec. 8th approved.
Reports:
Treasurer’s Report by C. Draper showed a complete township balance of $340,240.71.
Assessor’s report by Bob Englebrecht mentioned that our tax base is decreasing.
Clerk’s report: None
Commissioner’s report by P. Maiville, nothing noteworthy.
Cemetery report: None
Fire Board report by M. Zdebski: None.
Citizens Advisory Committee report by L. Fitz:
This committee has been meeting to discuss board directives, and next meeting will be held at the town hall on Jan. 18, 2010 at 2pm
Supervisor report by L. VanDolsen, nothing noteworthy.
Correspondence: None
Public comment:
Johnel Buckingham read a letter of concern regarding new building plans.
Under Old Biz:
1 The bid for furnace installation was awarded to Jack VanMannen Heating.
2 Land use objectives were approved as written by the CAC
3 Proposed Office Building-it was moved and supported that Mr. Peterson, a licensed engineer be retained for $60/hr to produce building plans, not to exceed 9% of cost of the building. There was some discussion by the board concerning a special meeting of the public to get input for or against a new building, but no date was set. (hmmmm....)
Under New Biz:
1 ORV ordinance-no change for Elk
2 PeachTree software update approved for $250
3 Election scanner for ballots approved for $271
4 MTA seminar and instruction for new Board of Review member approved
5 Official transfer of documents to the township clerk
6 MTA grant seminar approved for one board member (J. Fairbanks) and one CAC member
Public Comment-None
Motion to adjourn was seconded, and passed at 8:43pm.
Extras:
Budget meeting by the board on Jan. 14, 2010
Midget Lake SAD meeting set for Jan. 16, 2010 at 10am
Brownsfield grant meeting at Elk on Jan. 19, 2010 at 6:30pm
January 12, 2010
Pledge began at 7 pm with all board members present.
Minutes for Dec. 8th approved.
Reports:
Treasurer’s Report by C. Draper showed a complete township balance of $340,240.71.
Assessor’s report by Bob Englebrecht mentioned that our tax base is decreasing.
Clerk’s report: None
Commissioner’s report by P. Maiville, nothing noteworthy.
Cemetery report: None
Fire Board report by M. Zdebski: None.
Citizens Advisory Committee report by L. Fitz:
This committee has been meeting to discuss board directives, and next meeting will be held at the town hall on Jan. 18, 2010 at 2pm
Supervisor report by L. VanDolsen, nothing noteworthy.
Correspondence: None
Public comment:
Johnel Buckingham read a letter of concern regarding new building plans.
Under Old Biz:
1 The bid for furnace installation was awarded to Jack VanMannen Heating.
2 Land use objectives were approved as written by the CAC
3 Proposed Office Building-it was moved and supported that Mr. Peterson, a licensed engineer be retained for $60/hr to produce building plans, not to exceed 9% of cost of the building. There was some discussion by the board concerning a special meeting of the public to get input for or against a new building, but no date was set. (hmmmm....)
Under New Biz:
1 ORV ordinance-no change for Elk
2 PeachTree software update approved for $250
3 Election scanner for ballots approved for $271
4 MTA seminar and instruction for new Board of Review member approved
5 Official transfer of documents to the township clerk
6 MTA grant seminar approved for one board member (J. Fairbanks) and one CAC member
Public Comment-None
Motion to adjourn was seconded, and passed at 8:43pm.
Extras:
Budget meeting by the board on Jan. 14, 2010
Midget Lake SAD meeting set for Jan. 16, 2010 at 10am
Brownsfield grant meeting at Elk on Jan. 19, 2010 at 6:30pm
Thursday, December 10, 2009
Building Plans go forward for a new office building
December 8, 2009
Pledge began at 7 pm with all board members present except for Marilyn VanVleet whose deputy clerk sat in to take notes.
Motion by J. Fairbanks to approve the November minutes, seconded by F. Arquette; approved.
Reports:
Treasurer’s Report by C.Draper:
Motion by L.VanDolsen to accept treasurer’s report, F. Arquette seconded; approved.
No Assessor’s report.
No Clerk’s report.
No Commissioner’s report.
No Cemetery report.
Fire Board report by C. Draper:
200 total runs for the yr.
A Training Academy has begun in Baldwin for the county, and the first training will start on Jan. 10, 2010.
A chief's wish list has been presented to the fire board.
Citizens Advisory Committee report by L.Fitz:
This committee has finalized and made available 2 reports to the twp board on planning, and road safety. These two topics will be discussed under Old Business. Next mtg will be 1/4/10 at 2pm.
Supervisor report by L.VanDolsen:
L. VanDolsen & J. Fairbanks met with the road commission for a hour and 1/2 to discuss road concerns and future plans. L.VanDolsen gave permission for survey of parts of Granger Rd (at the S curve) in order to entertain the possible paving of Granger Rd from the Y to Dewitt Bridge.
Some discussion concerning the bus stop at Bass Lake Rd & 11 Mile Rd at the Turner Rd intersection. L.VanDolsen charged the CAC to investigate this intersection and possible safety concern with the multiple bus stops and report back to board.
Discussion considering widening the curve @ Hamilton Rd between 11 & 12 Mile Rds; the road commission is also considering putting up reflectors at this spot.
Correspondence: None
Public comment:
Jackie McKellar read a letter from John Gorys detailing his concerns about the new building.
Lou Fitz shared some of his concerns in a letter to the board concerning a new building.
Vicki Gates shared her concerns primarily with Michigan Compiled Law concerning new building construction.
Sharon Puff read a letter from Marilyn Zdebski sharing some concerns with a new building project.
Under Old Biz:
Bids on a new furnace:
Custom Sheet Metal total bid $4,425 for a 93% efficient furnace, with an additional $500 to move the furnace into the kitchen area.
Jack VanMaanen total bid $3960 for a 95% efficient furnace.
F.Arquette made a motion for the board to hold off on this vote until next month in order to have a full board, L.VanDolsen seconded, and motion passed.
Scheduling of public hearing on the Midget Lake SAD:
Set for Jan. 16, 2010 at the town hall at 10am. It is the board's understanding that 98% of the homeowners are in agreement with a SAD.
Proposed township office building:
J.Fairbanks discussed the "rough numbers" for a new office building.
L.VanDolsen mentioned again this month that "this building won't take the weight" although this has never been proven by professionals. She also seemed to reverse herself when she said both,
"A new building would serve the needs of the community" and "This area will grow some day but probably not for a long, long time."
C.Draper said she is "disappointed with all the negativity" and suggested to table this issue.
J.Fairbanks said a "hydronically heated floor could be kept at 60 degree with a computer program to heat things up."
J.Fairbanks further stated he would like people to help "us" think of how we can get this building built. He admitted that these costs do not include septic, well, or excavation costs. He seems to have forgotten that these costs were included in the previous building plan, so his "savings" are not complete figures.
L.VanDolsen asked how much more input would be needed for such a basic structure.
J.Fairbanks replied that this is not brain surgery.
L.VanDolsen made motion to authorize J.Fairbanks to submit his draft drawings to Mr. Peterson (a licensed engineer) to assess costs for his services in providing stamped drawings and overseeing such a building project, C.Draper seconded, and motion passed.
J.Fairbanks said he would have this done by next meeting.
New Business:
CAC recommendations:
Land use objectives:
L.VanDolsen liked the inherent bias toward environmental concerns, but would like to see more pinpointed objectives between residential and commercial properties.
Roads & Safety:
L.VanDolsen agreed with the recommendations of the CAC concerning brining.
Public Comment-None
Motion to adjourn was seconded, and passed.
Pledge began at 7 pm with all board members present except for Marilyn VanVleet whose deputy clerk sat in to take notes.
Motion by J. Fairbanks to approve the November minutes, seconded by F. Arquette; approved.
Reports:
Treasurer’s Report by C.Draper:
Motion by L.VanDolsen to accept treasurer’s report, F. Arquette seconded; approved.
No Assessor’s report.
No Clerk’s report.
No Commissioner’s report.
No Cemetery report.
Fire Board report by C. Draper:
200 total runs for the yr.
A Training Academy has begun in Baldwin for the county, and the first training will start on Jan. 10, 2010.
A chief's wish list has been presented to the fire board.
Citizens Advisory Committee report by L.Fitz:
This committee has finalized and made available 2 reports to the twp board on planning, and road safety. These two topics will be discussed under Old Business. Next mtg will be 1/4/10 at 2pm.
Supervisor report by L.VanDolsen:
L. VanDolsen & J. Fairbanks met with the road commission for a hour and 1/2 to discuss road concerns and future plans. L.VanDolsen gave permission for survey of parts of Granger Rd (at the S curve) in order to entertain the possible paving of Granger Rd from the Y to Dewitt Bridge.
Some discussion concerning the bus stop at Bass Lake Rd & 11 Mile Rd at the Turner Rd intersection. L.VanDolsen charged the CAC to investigate this intersection and possible safety concern with the multiple bus stops and report back to board.
Discussion considering widening the curve @ Hamilton Rd between 11 & 12 Mile Rds; the road commission is also considering putting up reflectors at this spot.
Correspondence: None
Public comment:
Jackie McKellar read a letter from John Gorys detailing his concerns about the new building.
Lou Fitz shared some of his concerns in a letter to the board concerning a new building.
Vicki Gates shared her concerns primarily with Michigan Compiled Law concerning new building construction.
Sharon Puff read a letter from Marilyn Zdebski sharing some concerns with a new building project.
Under Old Biz:
Bids on a new furnace:
Custom Sheet Metal total bid $4,425 for a 93% efficient furnace, with an additional $500 to move the furnace into the kitchen area.
Jack VanMaanen total bid $3960 for a 95% efficient furnace.
F.Arquette made a motion for the board to hold off on this vote until next month in order to have a full board, L.VanDolsen seconded, and motion passed.
Scheduling of public hearing on the Midget Lake SAD:
Set for Jan. 16, 2010 at the town hall at 10am. It is the board's understanding that 98% of the homeowners are in agreement with a SAD.
Proposed township office building:
J.Fairbanks discussed the "rough numbers" for a new office building.
L.VanDolsen mentioned again this month that "this building won't take the weight" although this has never been proven by professionals. She also seemed to reverse herself when she said both,
"A new building would serve the needs of the community" and "This area will grow some day but probably not for a long, long time."
C.Draper said she is "disappointed with all the negativity" and suggested to table this issue.
J.Fairbanks said a "hydronically heated floor could be kept at 60 degree with a computer program to heat things up."
J.Fairbanks further stated he would like people to help "us" think of how we can get this building built. He admitted that these costs do not include septic, well, or excavation costs. He seems to have forgotten that these costs were included in the previous building plan, so his "savings" are not complete figures.
L.VanDolsen asked how much more input would be needed for such a basic structure.
J.Fairbanks replied that this is not brain surgery.
L.VanDolsen made motion to authorize J.Fairbanks to submit his draft drawings to Mr. Peterson (a licensed engineer) to assess costs for his services in providing stamped drawings and overseeing such a building project, C.Draper seconded, and motion passed.
J.Fairbanks said he would have this done by next meeting.
New Business:
CAC recommendations:
Land use objectives:
L.VanDolsen liked the inherent bias toward environmental concerns, but would like to see more pinpointed objectives between residential and commercial properties.
Roads & Safety:
L.VanDolsen agreed with the recommendations of the CAC concerning brining.
Public Comment-None
Motion to adjourn was seconded, and passed.
Wednesday, November 11, 2009
ANOTHER BUILDING PLAN? … WHAT THE…????
November 10, 2009
Pledge began at 7 pm with all board members present except for Marilyn VanVleet whose deputy clerk sat in to take notes.
Motion by F.Arquette to approve the October minutes with corrections, seconded by C.Draper; approved.
Reports:
Treasurer’s Report by C.Draper:
Motion by L.VanDolsen to accept treasurer’s report, J.Fairbanks seconded; approved.
Assessor’s report by L.VanDolsen:
Last year’s SEV was increased 4.8% across the board by the State of
Clerk’s report: None
Commissioner’s report by P.Maiville:
No county budget yet; county savings still down; county employees’ hours still down; lead found in ground water north of the prison.
Cemetery report: None
Fire Board report by M.Zdebski:
182 total runs for the yr, and currently 20 runs for Sept 15-Oct 15. The thermal imaging device is in service for detecting hot spots.
Custom Heating & Cooling finished installing furnaces at Station 1.
Citizens Advisory Committee report by L.Fitz:
This committee has finalized and made available 4 reports to the twp board on planning, road safety, trash day, and lack of stimulus monies for governmental bodies in rural areas.
Next mtg will be 11/16/09 at 2pm.
Supervisor report by L.VanDolsen:
One new alternate for board of review was sworn in.
Kevin Walsh has alerted the board of a change from condo development to platted development in the land on 8 mile rd at the top of Charnes’ hill.
VanDolsen’s conference on SAD in
Correspondence: None
Public comment:
Barb Maiville requests signage on 11 mile rd for school bus stops.
F.Arquette made motion to purchase signage with county recommendations to be placed at above location by county, C.Draper seconded; passed.
Phil Maiville reports that Luther corners are now straightened out.
Under Old Biz:
· Contract bid accepted from Pete Shakinas for lawn care, and cemetery upkeep; Steve Riggs for snowplowing; Action Pest Control for monthly pest control; and Susan Piper’s 2 yr contract was affirmed for her second yr.
· Bids on the new furnace and installation were obtained from Custom Sheet Metal & VanMannen Heating. The consensus of the board was to set aside these bids for clarification.
· Request from assessor to replace our 11 year old, laser printer as the quality is deteriorating. J.Fairbanks made motion to purchase a Brother black & white, laser printer which holds a ream of paper for Jackpine’s price of $299.97, seconded by F.Arquette; passed.
Under New Biz:
· Reports from the Citizen’s Advisory Committee:
Trash Day-L.VanDolsen will investigate sources given for volunteers & personnel to assist in a one day, one site trash day in July.
Road Safety-L.VanDolsen would like to meet with Charlie Young, of the road commission, to develop Elk twps wish list for road work; J.Fairbanks stated he would accompany VanDolsen. J.Fairbanks made motion for L.VanDolsen to set up a meeting with C.Young of the road commission, F.Arquette seconded; passed.
Planning-accepted with excerpts read to audience.
· New office building:
A new board is once again delving into the quagmire of thinking that they will be able to build an office building to suit the needs of this community on a shoestring budget. This time around, J.Fairbanks (who ran for office with the desire to stop frivolous spending), has drawn up plans for a post & beam 40 x 28 separate building, not to be tied into the old structure which will (according to initial plans) be retained for meetings and artifacts. This building will host 4 offices, a single unisex bathroom, records room, mechanical room, and a space for a small kitchen area and waiting room (with a cathedral ceiling). His idea is for a green office building sporting electrical hydronic floor system, on demand electrical water heaters, and electric furnace. His materials & permits costs would be $30,977.54 without any labor.
After much discussion which included a desire for town hall meetings where everyone could drink coffee and margueritas, it was concluded that more discussion was needed before a discussion could take place.
Public Comment-
Vicki Gates suggested to the board that they review what projects could be funded by the monies collected by millage for the road fund.
Phil Maiville suggested using portable partitions for offices if indeed a new building was built.
Motion to adjourn was seconded, and passed at 9:20pm.
Wednesday, October 14, 2009
October 13, 2009 Regular Meeting
October 13, 2009
Pledge began at 7 pm with all board members present. Again quite a crowd of citizens were also present.
Motion by F.Arquette to approve minutes of September 8, ’09 with correction, seconded by J.Fairbanks, and approved.
Reports:
Treasurer’s Report by C.Draper:
90% of all summer taxes and SAD (special assessment district) for
Dates & office hrs given:
Dec. 1, ’09 winter taxes due
Dec. 31, ’09 office hrs to pay taxes
Feb. 14, ’09 last day to pay summer taxes without penalty
March 1, ’09 last day to pay winter taxes without penalty
Motion by L.VanDolsen to give C.Draper permission to combine West Shore CD with Money Market seconded and passed.
Motion by L.VanDolsen to accept treasurer’s report, J.Fairbanks seconded, and approved.
Assessor’s report by Bob Engelbrecht:
The principal residence exemption (aka homestead exemption) is audited on an annual basis. If the state contacts people concerning this exemption, it is not a good idea to ignore them. This could lead to the state dropping the exemption for that homeowner.
Clerk’s report: None
Commissioner’s report by P.Maiville:
The county has cut employee hours in an effort to retain all the employees. The county has no revenue sharing from the state and they are still in the hole. He also reported that
Cemetery report: None
Fire Board report by M.Zdebski:
162 total runs for the yr, and currently 15 runs for Oct.
The thermal imaging device is in service for detecting hot spots.
Custom Heating & Cooling got the bid for the furnaces.
The fire dept has been involved in numerous community activities.
We now have two certified American Heart Association instructors for CPR.
A fire academy for
Citizens Advisory Committee report by L.Fitz:
This committee has met twice with good progress on all charges from the board, and they will meet again Oct. 19, ’09.
Supervisor report: None
Correspondence: None
Public comment:
M.Zdebski passed on a request from the fire chief for everyone to check their fire places, chimneys & heating devices.
Under Old Biz:
· BS&A continues-Motion made by L.VanDolsen to order service for BS&A software at a cost of $460 for treasurer and $1065 for the assessor, seconded by M.VanVleet and passed.
Note: the assessor’s portion should be picked up by the twp because the state is mandating it. This bill is usually paid in April.
· Signage still needed for Turner rd.
F.Arquette requests fluorescent signs be used for updated street signs.
· Contract bids- L.VanDolsen feels that if the board is happy with the current contracted services, they could save money by not advertising in the paper. The board concurred with the understanding that bids will be accepted for services, but not advertised in the paper. Currently services are provided by:
Snowplowing-Steve Riggs
Cleaning-Susan Piper at $50/time
Pest control-Action
Lawn/cemetery-Peter Shakinas at $10/hr
Under New Biz:
·
Ray Danders represented Midget Lake Association. They are having problems with pragmites, a non-native species of aquatic weed. They collected $2700 this year to enable Professional Lake Management to treat the noxious weed. They have signed petitions for over 70% of the lake owners. L.VanDolsen acknowledged receipt of petitions from R.Danders for
· Handicap retrofit for bathrooms-
Motion made by F.Arquette to go forth with grab bars and elevated toilet seat lids with J.Fairbanks installing, seconded by C.Draper, and passed. C.Draper amended motion to replace toilet with a new
· Furnace repair/replace-
Jack VanMannen inspected the current furnace and deemed it illegal so he will not repair it (gas line is not supported amongst other things). The current furnace is a mobile home furnace from by gone days.
Motion made by C.Draper to publish bids in the Lake County Star for the purpose of replacing the existing furnace, F.Arquette seconded, and it passed.
Motion made by L.VanDolsen to contact Custom Sheet Metal and Jack VanMannen to invite their bids for furnace replacement, M.VanVleet seconded, and it passed.
· Road Signage for private roads-
Motion made by C.Draper to provide private road signs for existing roads if requested, with the understanding that the person requesting such will be responsible for placing the signs, seconded by J.Fairbanks, passed with F.Arquette & M.VanVleet abstaining.
Note: 4 out of the 5 board members live on private raods.
· Exterior cleaning of the twp hall-
Discussion tabled until spring.
· Township hall renovation-
J.Fairbanks wants to build a small office building. He thinks it could be built for less than $50,000.
L.VanDolsen suggests we need a development plan for future times as well as this year.
C.Draper suggests we think in practicalities.
After much discussion which provided citizens with a strong sense of de’javu, J.Fairbanks suggested he could do a drawing for the board’s review (post & beam construction).
Motion made by L.VanDolsen to charge J.Fairbanks to do a preliminary plan for office building to be reviewed at the Nov. 10th meeting, C.Draper seconded, and motion passed.
Note: this administration has been in office 10 months, and is already discussing building new buildings which voters clearly said they were not comfortable in building. L.VanDolsen specifically mentioned that the current twp hall will not support groups of people greater than 30, but the new building would be offices, not a meeting room. Furthermore, this same supervisor hosted a meeting of “Lake County Township Officer’s Association hosted at Elk twp was attended by about 40 people,” in September.
Hmmmm…
· Budget Workshop-
Scheduled for January 14, 2010 at 9am.
· L.VanDolsen signed up for a seminar for Oct. 16th, “Taking Charge of SAD” to be held in
Motion made by J.Fairbanks to pay for L.VanDolsen’s seminar, seconded by C.Draper and passed.
Public Comment-
Barb Maiville suggests a carbon monoxide detector for the twp hall.
Vicki Gates mentioned signs in the shed. L.VanDolsen inventoried signs and gave a list to L.Fitz at the mtg today.
Johnel Buckingham had comments related to a renovation of the twp hall. She made mention that the first order of business in any personal building project is usually to decide how much funding you have available. This administration is going ahead with building plans without knowing how much this will cost. L.VanDolsen interrupted to say that the board has decided to check on the price of J.Fairbank’s building first. J.Fairbanks asked the board to see how the audience felt, but this avenue was not pursued.
Motion to adjourn was seconded, and passed at 8:48pm.
Tuesday, September 15, 2009
September 8, 2009 Regular Meeting
September 8, 2009
Pledge began at the better time of 7 pm with all board members present. Quite a crowd of citizens were also present.
Approval of August 11th minutes offered by Arquette, seconded by VanDolsen and passed by all.
Reports:
Treasurer’s Report accepted in motion by VanVleet, with VanDolsen seconding, and passed by all.
Assessor’s report given by Bob Engelbrecht:
BS & A software was adopted by the previous board because it was “the only game in town” and at the time was necessary to be compatible with the rest of the county. Now there is a new software called .net (DotNet). The BS&A software is still the best software tool for an assessor of small twps, but it looks like the county will be going with the .net (DotNet) system. Engelbrecht has been told that the systems are compatible, so he recommends staying with the current system (new system would be $3,900 + annual support costs).
No Clerk’s report.
Cemetery Report offered by Marilyn VanVleet:
The cemetery board met as a whole to check out the cemetery, and decided that the first priority was to get the trees trimmed and get the dead ones out. They need Elk twp board approval, so VanDolsen made a motion to allow the cemetery board to get work done on the trees on a volunteer basis, Arquette seconded, and motion was passed by all.
Commissioner Maiville reported that Michigan was picked as one of seven most productive states for wind power; MI state extension directorship will be spread out between Newago & Lake counties.
Marilyn Zdebski, fire board chairman, gave report:
Bids will be taken for snowplowing station #1, and heating for the stations. Thermo imaging equipment has been purchased and will be on display during the Oct Fire Prevention week, also during this time Carol Burba will be checking child restraint seats as desired by parents (she has had extensive training).
Citizen’s Advisory Committee report by Lou Fitz: this committee has met only once due to the holiday and the next mtg will be Sept 21st at 2pm at the twp hall (this is an open mtg).
No Supervisor’s report.
No correspondence.
Under Old Biz:
Turner Road Signage-each twp is responsible for signage according to the Lake Cty Road Commission, but they have agreed to put up a sign at Turner Rd if Elk twp will purchase such.
Under New Biz:
Millage Winter Taxes-the L4029 is due Oct. 1st (this form is a tax rate request). VanDolsen suggested keeping the millage rates static although the operating millage has not kept pace with inflation and currently is well below the 1 mill rate voted upon ?????
LCTOA-Lake County Township Officer’s Association hosted at Elk twp was attended by about 40 people. There was discussion at that open meeting concerning assessors being employers of the twp vs. independent. It was mutually agreed that twp assessors acting on behalf of multiple twps would be treated independently.
BS & A Software-the treasurer’s portion of this software is free from the county although there is an annual tech support fee.
Public Comment-
Jackie McKellar asked about tree trimming liability-twp covers.
Arquette mentioned a list she compiled with cty agencies (nicely done).
Marilyn Zdebski discussed Turner rd, since the cty changed the rd to take out the curve, it seems that the cty should be responsible for signage, including a road ending sign.
Phil Maiville also believes it is the Road Commission’s responsibility to direct traffic & put up signs for Turner rd.
Arquette would like an agenda discussion item next month concerning private road signs & outside work on the twp hall.
VanDolsen stated she would inventory signs in the shed and discuss ways of getting them installed.
Marilyn Zdebski discussed stimulus monies and grants.
VanDolsen amended agenda to vote on contract bids:
Arquette made motion to put an ad in the Star for bids concerning snowplow & sidewalk snow removal, cleaning service, pest control, and lawn care; seconded by Draper, and passed.
Motion to adjourn was seconded, and passed.
Pledge began at the better time of 7 pm with all board members present. Quite a crowd of citizens were also present.
Approval of August 11th minutes offered by Arquette, seconded by VanDolsen and passed by all.
Reports:
Treasurer’s Report accepted in motion by VanVleet, with VanDolsen seconding, and passed by all.
Assessor’s report given by Bob Engelbrecht:
BS & A software was adopted by the previous board because it was “the only game in town” and at the time was necessary to be compatible with the rest of the county. Now there is a new software called .net (DotNet). The BS&A software is still the best software tool for an assessor of small twps, but it looks like the county will be going with the .net (DotNet) system. Engelbrecht has been told that the systems are compatible, so he recommends staying with the current system (new system would be $3,900 + annual support costs).
No Clerk’s report.
Cemetery Report offered by Marilyn VanVleet:
The cemetery board met as a whole to check out the cemetery, and decided that the first priority was to get the trees trimmed and get the dead ones out. They need Elk twp board approval, so VanDolsen made a motion to allow the cemetery board to get work done on the trees on a volunteer basis, Arquette seconded, and motion was passed by all.
Commissioner Maiville reported that Michigan was picked as one of seven most productive states for wind power; MI state extension directorship will be spread out between Newago & Lake counties.
Marilyn Zdebski, fire board chairman, gave report:
Bids will be taken for snowplowing station #1, and heating for the stations. Thermo imaging equipment has been purchased and will be on display during the Oct Fire Prevention week, also during this time Carol Burba will be checking child restraint seats as desired by parents (she has had extensive training).
Citizen’s Advisory Committee report by Lou Fitz: this committee has met only once due to the holiday and the next mtg will be Sept 21st at 2pm at the twp hall (this is an open mtg).
No Supervisor’s report.
No correspondence.
Under Old Biz:
Turner Road Signage-each twp is responsible for signage according to the Lake Cty Road Commission, but they have agreed to put up a sign at Turner Rd if Elk twp will purchase such.
Under New Biz:
Millage Winter Taxes-the L4029 is due Oct. 1st (this form is a tax rate request). VanDolsen suggested keeping the millage rates static although the operating millage has not kept pace with inflation and currently is well below the 1 mill rate voted upon ?????
LCTOA-Lake County Township Officer’s Association hosted at Elk twp was attended by about 40 people. There was discussion at that open meeting concerning assessors being employers of the twp vs. independent. It was mutually agreed that twp assessors acting on behalf of multiple twps would be treated independently.
BS & A Software-the treasurer’s portion of this software is free from the county although there is an annual tech support fee.
Public Comment-
Jackie McKellar asked about tree trimming liability-twp covers.
Arquette mentioned a list she compiled with cty agencies (nicely done).
Marilyn Zdebski discussed Turner rd, since the cty changed the rd to take out the curve, it seems that the cty should be responsible for signage, including a road ending sign.
Phil Maiville also believes it is the Road Commission’s responsibility to direct traffic & put up signs for Turner rd.
Arquette would like an agenda discussion item next month concerning private road signs & outside work on the twp hall.
VanDolsen stated she would inventory signs in the shed and discuss ways of getting them installed.
Marilyn Zdebski discussed stimulus monies and grants.
VanDolsen amended agenda to vote on contract bids:
Arquette made motion to put an ad in the Star for bids concerning snowplow & sidewalk snow removal, cleaning service, pest control, and lawn care; seconded by Draper, and passed.
Motion to adjourn was seconded, and passed.
Wednesday, July 15, 2009
Regular Meeting Time Changed to 7pm
July 14, 2009
Pledge began at 5 pm with all board members present. 14 citizens were also present along with the township assessor.
Approval of June 9th minutes offered by Fairbanks, seconded and passed by all board members.
Arquette made motion to accept open forum minutes of June 9th, seconded and passed.
Reports:
Treasurer’s Report accepted in motion by VanVleet, with VanDolsen seconding, and passed by all present.
Bob Engelbrecht, assessor, reported that there is one tax tribunal pending.
No Clerk report.
Super report:
o Gerald Seymour was sworn in as an alternate for Board of Review and an election worker.
o Lp costs for the year discussed, and VanDolsen made motion to prepay Lp at $1.69 from Irons Bottle Gas, seconded and approved.
o Next year’s revenue sharing will be cut again approx 4.9%, and PILT (payment in lieu of taxes) will be cut 20%.
o June 20th found VanDolsen meeting with Ron Monroe, from DNR, and Big Bass Lake Assn. to discuss renovations/ improvements to the public access on Big Bass Lake (up to 9 new parking sites may be added).
o VanDolsen met with Aquatic Drs on June 2nd; they will be doing another lake treatment on Bass Lake end of July.
Marilyn Zdebski, fire board chairman, report:
o 126 total runs for the current year.
o Martha Misener, fire board treasurer, has resigned and Draper took over as an elected treasurer for the fire dept.
o Fire Dept staffed first aid booth at the Flea Roast on a volunteer basis.
o There will be a FREE blood pressure clinic on the 1st Sat of every month at the station in Irons.
o Great Lakes Energy gave a grant of $1200 for a thermal imaging device.
o Fireman’s Ball is Aug. 1st at the IATA (Flea Roast site).
o Chief Elenbaas has requested public not burn during windy days.
No correspondence.
Public Comment:
Jackie McKellar dislikes the meeting time of 5pm and requested the board take an informal vote of those present as to a change of time (9 citizens would like it changed back to original time of 7pm). She further asked about brining as there is not much on 11 ½ mile rd.
Sharon Puff stated there is only spotty brining on River rd.
Ann Chase addressed an alternative solution for the milfoil problem on Big Bass Lake, that of a naturally occurring weevil. There are thousands of feet of undeveloped shoreline where these weevils can survive. Chase made it clear she was not criticizing the board because they acted in good faith, but is still concerned about lack of information. What oversight does the board have? VanDolsen replied that the board’s responsibility is to collect the fee & monitor the contract.
Charlie Stegmeyer would like to see postings at K & K again.
Old Biz:
o Trash Day was successful with 9 dumpsters filled, and requests for more trash days in the future.
New Biz:
o Expansion of Public Access-this is in Sauble twp so we do not have any jurisdiction. Fairbanks stated he would be willing to work on a letter to the state requesting no further expansion of the access since the lake is so busy. VanDolsen said she would work on a letter to Sauble.
o Dissolution of the CAC (Citizen’s Advisory Committee)-Arquette made a motion to dissolve the CAC, VanVleet seconded…on to discussion:
Arquette would like to see this committee broken up
Draper disagreed with dissolving the committee because they are experienced and work well together.
Fairbanks agreed with Draper.
VanDolsen dislikes standing committees for government bodies because “they stifle diversity in the community”.
VanVleet would like to see the committee split apart and utilized on other committees.
Vote: Aye to dissolve: VanDolsen & VanVleet, Nays: Fairbanks, Arquette, Draper; therefore, the motion failed.
o Process for forming committees-Fairbanks disagrees with zoning and would like ordinances; VanDolsen would like to see 3-5 people on a planning committee; Fairbanks asked about the scope of such a committee.
o Committees to be formed-Draper suggested using the CAC for investigation of stimulus funds, trash days, planning/ zoning, and road safety/ maintenance. After much discussion of the scope and mission statements of committees, Fairbanks made a motion to appoint Vicki Gates and Sharon Puff to the CAC, VanDolsen seconded and it passed. Draper made a motion to charge the CAC to look into the above 4 ideas, VanDolsen seconded and it passed.
o Cemetery Board-formed with Beth Ruby, from Sauble, and Pete Shakinas and Phil VanVleet, from Elk, with Marilyn VanVleet overseeing. VanDolsen made motion for M. VanVleet to oversee cemetery board, Draper seconded and it passed. They are still looking for another volunteer from Sauble.
o Liability Insurance Renewal-Aug 1st due date.
Fairbanks made motion to approve insurance renewal, seconded and approved.
Commissioner’s Report by Phil Maiville:
Invitation to all Republicans and Democrats to attend the Democratic Picnic at the Senior Center, Sat, July 18th, from 3-5pm.
John Fairbanks has agreed to run for next term of commissioner in Maiville’s place.
Public Comments:
Jackie McKellar asked why the general fund is going down… Draper answered that income has decreased and interest rates have also gone down, while expenses have gone up.
Harry Mead discussed building renovations without money from the people.
Lou Fitz mentioned the CAC investigated grants in the past and there was no money for building twp halls although there is money to furnish such; he further recommended a liaison from the board to work with the CAC; and asked for the meeting time to be moved to 7pm.
Johnel Buckingham requested the board to move the meeting time.
Draper made a motion to change the meeting time to 7pm, seconded by Arquette, and approved with VanVleet voting against.
Arquette motioned to adjourn, seconded, and passed.
Pledge began at 5 pm with all board members present. 14 citizens were also present along with the township assessor.
Approval of June 9th minutes offered by Fairbanks, seconded and passed by all board members.
Arquette made motion to accept open forum minutes of June 9th, seconded and passed.
Reports:
Treasurer’s Report accepted in motion by VanVleet, with VanDolsen seconding, and passed by all present.
Bob Engelbrecht, assessor, reported that there is one tax tribunal pending.
No Clerk report.
Super report:
o Gerald Seymour was sworn in as an alternate for Board of Review and an election worker.
o Lp costs for the year discussed, and VanDolsen made motion to prepay Lp at $1.69 from Irons Bottle Gas, seconded and approved.
o Next year’s revenue sharing will be cut again approx 4.9%, and PILT (payment in lieu of taxes) will be cut 20%.
o June 20th found VanDolsen meeting with Ron Monroe, from DNR, and Big Bass Lake Assn. to discuss renovations/ improvements to the public access on Big Bass Lake (up to 9 new parking sites may be added).
o VanDolsen met with Aquatic Drs on June 2nd; they will be doing another lake treatment on Bass Lake end of July.
Marilyn Zdebski, fire board chairman, report:
o 126 total runs for the current year.
o Martha Misener, fire board treasurer, has resigned and Draper took over as an elected treasurer for the fire dept.
o Fire Dept staffed first aid booth at the Flea Roast on a volunteer basis.
o There will be a FREE blood pressure clinic on the 1st Sat of every month at the station in Irons.
o Great Lakes Energy gave a grant of $1200 for a thermal imaging device.
o Fireman’s Ball is Aug. 1st at the IATA (Flea Roast site).
o Chief Elenbaas has requested public not burn during windy days.
No correspondence.
Public Comment:
Jackie McKellar dislikes the meeting time of 5pm and requested the board take an informal vote of those present as to a change of time (9 citizens would like it changed back to original time of 7pm). She further asked about brining as there is not much on 11 ½ mile rd.
Sharon Puff stated there is only spotty brining on River rd.
Ann Chase addressed an alternative solution for the milfoil problem on Big Bass Lake, that of a naturally occurring weevil. There are thousands of feet of undeveloped shoreline where these weevils can survive. Chase made it clear she was not criticizing the board because they acted in good faith, but is still concerned about lack of information. What oversight does the board have? VanDolsen replied that the board’s responsibility is to collect the fee & monitor the contract.
Charlie Stegmeyer would like to see postings at K & K again.
Old Biz:
o Trash Day was successful with 9 dumpsters filled, and requests for more trash days in the future.
New Biz:
o Expansion of Public Access-this is in Sauble twp so we do not have any jurisdiction. Fairbanks stated he would be willing to work on a letter to the state requesting no further expansion of the access since the lake is so busy. VanDolsen said she would work on a letter to Sauble.
o Dissolution of the CAC (Citizen’s Advisory Committee)-Arquette made a motion to dissolve the CAC, VanVleet seconded…on to discussion:
Arquette would like to see this committee broken up
Draper disagreed with dissolving the committee because they are experienced and work well together.
Fairbanks agreed with Draper.
VanDolsen dislikes standing committees for government bodies because “they stifle diversity in the community”.
VanVleet would like to see the committee split apart and utilized on other committees.
Vote: Aye to dissolve: VanDolsen & VanVleet, Nays: Fairbanks, Arquette, Draper; therefore, the motion failed.
o Process for forming committees-Fairbanks disagrees with zoning and would like ordinances; VanDolsen would like to see 3-5 people on a planning committee; Fairbanks asked about the scope of such a committee.
o Committees to be formed-Draper suggested using the CAC for investigation of stimulus funds, trash days, planning/ zoning, and road safety/ maintenance. After much discussion of the scope and mission statements of committees, Fairbanks made a motion to appoint Vicki Gates and Sharon Puff to the CAC, VanDolsen seconded and it passed. Draper made a motion to charge the CAC to look into the above 4 ideas, VanDolsen seconded and it passed.
o Cemetery Board-formed with Beth Ruby, from Sauble, and Pete Shakinas and Phil VanVleet, from Elk, with Marilyn VanVleet overseeing. VanDolsen made motion for M. VanVleet to oversee cemetery board, Draper seconded and it passed. They are still looking for another volunteer from Sauble.
o Liability Insurance Renewal-Aug 1st due date.
Fairbanks made motion to approve insurance renewal, seconded and approved.
Commissioner’s Report by Phil Maiville:
Invitation to all Republicans and Democrats to attend the Democratic Picnic at the Senior Center, Sat, July 18th, from 3-5pm.
John Fairbanks has agreed to run for next term of commissioner in Maiville’s place.
Public Comments:
Jackie McKellar asked why the general fund is going down… Draper answered that income has decreased and interest rates have also gone down, while expenses have gone up.
Harry Mead discussed building renovations without money from the people.
Lou Fitz mentioned the CAC investigated grants in the past and there was no money for building twp halls although there is money to furnish such; he further recommended a liaison from the board to work with the CAC; and asked for the meeting time to be moved to 7pm.
Johnel Buckingham requested the board to move the meeting time.
Draper made a motion to change the meeting time to 7pm, seconded by Arquette, and approved with VanVleet voting against.
Arquette motioned to adjourn, seconded, and passed.
Friday, June 19, 2009
June 13, 2009 OPEN FORUM MEETING
10am
All board members present. About 12 twp citizens present.
Part 1: Township priorities.
Roads, roads, roads.
Overall twp improvement, including a park maybe on the north side of the present twp building adjacent to the river access; upgrading present twp hall in some form; reclamation of old gravel pits.
Big Bass Lake, including old septic tanks being subpar.
Part 2: Short and long term goals.
Lou Fitz suggested a 5 year and 10 year biz plan idea.
Doug Mann asked about police presence in the area.
Charlie Young mentioned a trash ordinance.
VanDolsen became very vocal concerning zoning and mentioned that it is ignorance that holds people back from zoning.
Part 3: Types of committees.
VanDolsen mentioned she liked ad hoc committees more than standing committees, and she would rather disband the Citizen Advisory Committee (CAC).
There will be a call for volunteers in the next newsletter going out with the tax statements, and any interested persons may contact VanDolsen (266-5201).
Committees discussed include road & safety, business planning, maintenance & beautification, cemetery, ordinance, and Board of Review.
Citizens do not necessarily need to be a resident except for the Board of Review (for which there is a need for 2 alternates).
Part 4: Structure of committees.
VanDolsen stated she would like a limited number of people on a committee with a definite time frame, although she agreed that a biz/planning committee should/could be a standing committee.
Part 5: other comments.
VanDolsen again represented the lone voice that the CAC should be dissolved.
VanVleet thought that the name should be changed because she feels the community looks down on the committee.
Arquette wants time to think about this idea of dissolving the CAC.
Fairbanks asked for a history of the CAC.
Lou Fitz responded succinctly that the CAC came about by a motion of the old board which created CAC to investigate the newly acquired property for the purpose of relocating the twp facilities; when the property in question was brought to a vote of the people, it was overwhelmingly voted to keep the twp hall on the current property; then the CAC was given a directive by the then current board to focus on the possibility of twp hall renovation.
Fairbanks mentioned in light of this information that the CAC should be kept intact regardless of the name as he doesn’t wish to alienate members of the community who wish to serve.
John Gorys suggested more people can be on any committee as alternated without voting privileges.
Fitz suggested that the board needs to define the scope and parameters of any committee before people commit to such committees.
Meeting adjourned.
All board members present. About 12 twp citizens present.
Part 1: Township priorities.
Roads, roads, roads.
Overall twp improvement, including a park maybe on the north side of the present twp building adjacent to the river access; upgrading present twp hall in some form; reclamation of old gravel pits.
Big Bass Lake, including old septic tanks being subpar.
Part 2: Short and long term goals.
Lou Fitz suggested a 5 year and 10 year biz plan idea.
Doug Mann asked about police presence in the area.
Charlie Young mentioned a trash ordinance.
VanDolsen became very vocal concerning zoning and mentioned that it is ignorance that holds people back from zoning.
Part 3: Types of committees.
VanDolsen mentioned she liked ad hoc committees more than standing committees, and she would rather disband the Citizen Advisory Committee (CAC).
There will be a call for volunteers in the next newsletter going out with the tax statements, and any interested persons may contact VanDolsen (266-5201).
Committees discussed include road & safety, business planning, maintenance & beautification, cemetery, ordinance, and Board of Review.
Citizens do not necessarily need to be a resident except for the Board of Review (for which there is a need for 2 alternates).
Part 4: Structure of committees.
VanDolsen stated she would like a limited number of people on a committee with a definite time frame, although she agreed that a biz/planning committee should/could be a standing committee.
Part 5: other comments.
VanDolsen again represented the lone voice that the CAC should be dissolved.
VanVleet thought that the name should be changed because she feels the community looks down on the committee.
Arquette wants time to think about this idea of dissolving the CAC.
Fairbanks asked for a history of the CAC.
Lou Fitz responded succinctly that the CAC came about by a motion of the old board which created CAC to investigate the newly acquired property for the purpose of relocating the twp facilities; when the property in question was brought to a vote of the people, it was overwhelmingly voted to keep the twp hall on the current property; then the CAC was given a directive by the then current board to focus on the possibility of twp hall renovation.
Fairbanks mentioned in light of this information that the CAC should be kept intact regardless of the name as he doesn’t wish to alienate members of the community who wish to serve.
John Gorys suggested more people can be on any committee as alternated without voting privileges.
Fitz suggested that the board needs to define the scope and parameters of any committee before people commit to such committees.
Meeting adjourned.
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