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The regular meeting was called to order at 7:30 pm. with all Board members present (except Burmeister, who arrived at 7:35) and 2 visitors in attendance. The agenda was reviewed and a motion was made by Shaw and supported by Wentzloff to accept the agenda with the addition of Fire Board appointment to Old Business, and BOR alternate, and BOR notice to New Business. All members-aye, motion CARRIED. The minutes of the December 17, 2007 regular meeting were reviewed and a motion was made by Fleming and supported by Burmeister to approve the minutes as written. All members-aye, motion CARRIED. The minutes of the December 17, 2007 Election Commission meeting were reviewed and a motion was made by Fleming and supported by Burmeister to approve the minutes as written. All members-aye, motion CARRIED. The Treasurer's report was read and accepted. For Clerk's report Shaw reported on the Primary election. We had just shy of a 25% turn out. Shaw also discussed the current and upcoming budgets. For Fire Board report Dale Wentzloff reported 7 runs for the month, for a total of 130 runs for the year. A used pump has been installed in truck 241. Four more sets of new gear have been ordered. For Parks report it was noted that a limb is down at the park and has caused some damage to the bleachers. For Supervisor's report Fleming reported that he attended the Fire Command meeting as an alternate for Paul Grantz. He received a complaint from Ms. Stevens about an ongoing problem of cars hitting both her mailbox and her fence. Fleming made several calls trying to find someone to appoint an alternate for Schultz on the BOR if his health has not improved by this spring. Fleming received a call from John McKennon who wants to schedule a meeting date to draft a petition for the Stony Lake SAD. February 2nd or 9th are both possible dates for this meeting. An addition to the township hall was discussed. Fleming submitted a sketch of ideas he had for additional office and storage space. Zoning Administrator Airy reported that he prepared the notice for the Fox Farms Conditional Use permit request for the January Planning Commission meeting and sent copies to all neighboring property owners. Airy had enlarged copies made of the Township's large plat maps and added boundary lines designating the commercial areas of the township for the Commercial property review by the Planning Commission. Due to the lack of a quorum, the Planning Commission meeting was rescheduled for January 24, 2008. Airy posted notices of the new Planning Commission date at several public sites and also sent notices to Planning Commissioners and to Kellie Fox. Airy was interviewed by Cindy White, risk control representative from Par Plan Insurance group, about Planning and Zoning practices and procedures. At the rescheduled Planning Commission meeting the Fox small winery Conditional use permit was reviewed and approved. A letter of recommendation to grant approval of a small wine makers license was forwarded to the Township Board. A land division was also reviewed and approved for Mr. Tanner. The Commercial area plat maps were distributed to Planning Commissioners and an ongoing review will begin for possible future land use changes. The following activity was reported for the month of January: Critical Dune permits-1, Conditional Use permits-1, and one Land Division. Under Old Business a motion was made by Fleming and supported by Burmeister to adopt the Hazard Mitigation Plan Adoption resolution. Roll call vote: Smith-aye, Burmeister-aye, Wentzloff-aye, Fleming-aye, Shaw-aye, motion CARRIED. A motion was made by Burmeister and supported by Wentzloff to adopt a resolution approving the request made by Fox Barn, LLC for a new Small Wine Makers License. Roll call vote: Smith-aye, Shaw-aye, Wentzloff-aye, Fleming-aye, Burmeister-aye, motion CARRIED. A motion was made by Shaw and supported by Burmeister to appoint John Smith to the Shelby Benona Fire Command Board for a term of 4 years beginning January 1, 2008, and going through December 31, 2011. All members-aye, motion CARRIED. Under New Business a motion was made by Shaw and supported by Wentzloff to approve registration costs for both the BOR training class and the MTA West Michigan Township Officials Conference for those who desire to attend. Roll call vote: Smith-aye, Shaw-aye, Wentzloff-aye, Fleming-aye, Burmeister-aye, motion CARRIED. A motion was made by Shaw and supported by Smith to approve $40.00 for the Board of Review group notice. All members-aye, motion CARRIED. A motion was made by Smith and supported by Burmeister to schedule the 2008-09 Budget hearing on February 25, 2008 at 7:00 PM and the Annual meeting for March 24, 2008, at 6:30 PM. All members-aye, motion CARRIED. Fleming is still looking for a willing candidate to serve as alternate for the Board of Review. A motion was made by Smith and supported by Shaw to adopt a resolution accepting the 2008 guidelines for poverty exemption. Roll call vote: Fleming-aye, Shaw-aye, Wentzloff-aye, Smith-aye, Burmeister-aye, motion CARRIED. A motion was made by Shaw and supported by Wentzloff to authorize the bills for payment. Roll call vote: Smith-aye, Shaw-aye, Wentzloff-aye, Fleming-aye, Burmeister-aye, motion CARRIED. A motion was made by Shaw and supported by Smith to adjourn and the meeting was dismissed at 9:50 PM. Respectfully submitted, Margie Shaw, Clerk REGULAR MEETING DECEMBER 17, 2007 AT 7:30 PM BENONA TOWNSHIP HALL (unapproved minutes) The regular meeting was called to order at 7:30 pm. with all Board members present and 3 visitors in attendance. The agenda was reviewed and a motion was made by Burmeister and supported by Smith to accept the agenda as written. All members-aye, motion CARRIED. The minutes of the November 26, 2007 regular meeting were reviewed and a motion was made by Burmeister and supported by Smith to approve the minutes with one change (to the BOR date). All members-aye, motion CARRIED. The Treasurer's report was read and accepted. For Clerk's report Shaw reported on preparations for the upcoming election and computer problems. Arrangements were made for the students at Benona Elementary to decorate the town hall Christmas tree. For Fire Board report Dale Wentzloff reported 6 runs for the month. A used pump was purchased for truck 241. Three firemen have resigned leaving 26 fire fighters. The four sets of new gear have arrived. For Supervisor's report Fleming reported that he attended the Oceana County Road Commission meeting and took a test drive on a new plow truck. He attended the Fire Command meeting as an alternate for Paul Grantz. Fleming visited Bob Schultz and we may want to appoint an alternate for him on the BOR if his health is not enough improved by this spring. Fleming made a call to the Road Commission to request that Johnson Road east of 48th Avenue be plowed as requested by Keith Hoffman. For Assessor's report Beach reported that she and Airy attended an in-person tax tribunal in Ludington regarding Mr. Hines new retaining wall. The judge gave them another 28 days to research it for him. The December Board of Review was held December 11th. She got a request from a lady for our database for the State PRE audit. The L-4408 was submitted to the State of Michigan. Zoning Administrator Airy reported that he hand delivered a letter to Mr. Eiben on 44th Avenue and explained the history of Eiben's shared driveway, confirmed his culvert size, and inspected the now abandoned formerly shared driveway. A second culvert is still needed but nothing can be done until spring. He attended the Tax Tribunal with Beach to supply testimony. Airy represented the Township at the Road Commission meeting regarding the Summit Road closure. At the Planning Commission meeting he presented members with current zoning maps and legal descriptions for the commercial areas of the township to assist them in planning future land use. He inspected a site in the Critical Dune for Mr. Aneric for a garage. The following activity was reported for the month of December: Regular permits-3 and Critical Dune permits-3. Under Old Business the Hazard Mitigation Plan resolution had not been received from Mr. Mendenhall so it will be moved to next month's agenda. A motion was made by Shaw and supported by Smith to reappoint both Russ Burmeister and Leon Ballast to the Planning Commission for another 3 year term. Roll call vote: Smith-aye, Shaw-aye, Fleming-aye, Wentzloff-aye, Burmeister-aye, motion CARRIED. Under New Business both the BOR training class and the MTA West Michigan Township Officials Conference were discussed. There is still time to register after the January regular meeting. A motion was made by Wentzloff and supported by Shaw to approve the $190.00 start-up fee and the $39.95 monthly fee for DSL from Verizon after Shaw consults with Ted at the Computer Refinery. Roll call vote: Burmeister-aye, Wentzloff-aye, Fleming-aye, Shaw-aye, Smith-aye, motion CARRIED. The Fox Barn LLC Liquor License Local Approval Notice was referred to the Planning Commission to see if it meets the parameters of Fox's Conditional Use permit. A motion was made by Shaw and supported by Wentzloff to authorize the bills for payment, with the addition of a check for Brenda Beach and regular monthly bills as they come in. Not all the bills have arrived yet and could not be paid because of our earlier meeting date this month. Roll call vote: Smith-aye, Shaw-aye, Fleming-aye, Wentzloff-aye, Burmeister-aye, motion CARRIED. A motion was made by Wentzloff and supported by Smith to adjourn and the meeting was dismissed at 8:40 PM. Respectfully submitted,
Margie Shaw, Clerk
NOVEMBER 26, 2007 AT 7:30 PM BENONA TOWNSHIP HALL (approved minutes) The regular meeting was called to order at 7:30 pm. with all Board members present and 3 visitors in attendance. Following the pledge to the flag, the agenda was reviewed and a motion was made by Fleming and supported by Shaw to amend the agenda by adding "Board of Review Ad" and "Zoning Ordinance Amendment Resolution" to New Business. All members-aye, motion CARRIED. The minutes of the October 22, 2007 regular meeting were reviewed and a motion was made by Burmeister and supported by Smith to approve the minutes with one change. All members-aye, motion CARRIED. The Treasurer's report was read and accepted. For Clerk's report Shaw reported on her activities for the month. The Hazard Mitigation Plan Resolution requested by Mr. Mendenhall had not been adopted so was added to the agenda. Shaw checked the term expiration dates for members of the Planning Commission and Zoning Board of Appeals. Two Planning Commission members need to be reappointed or replaced. Shaw called Sally Diepen at the Shelby Library to discuss the expiration of the millage for the library. If they wish to renew the millage it should be placed on the January or August ballot. The road abandonment resolution was completed, filed, and copies given to Airy. MTA was contacted regarding the dredging permit for the Stony Creek channel and the deteriorating grave markers at the old cemetery. A resolution needs to be passed regarding the permit. A notice was placed in the newsletter about the grave markers and also about the absentee voter list. The newsletter was completed as well as the final copy of the Stony Creek Channel Resolution. After much debate in the courts, the January 15, 2008 Presidential Primary election will take place as originally scheduled. An Election Commission meeting needs to be scheduled and AV ballot applications will be sent out as soon as they are received from the printer. For Cemetery report Shaw reported that she marked the place for the Chandler monument. For Fire Board report Dale Wentzloff reported 11 runs for the month. A special meeting was held on October 24, 2007. The Board voted unanimously to purchase the new truck at a cost of $369,513.00. Wentzloff reminded us that his term expires in March 2008. For Planning Commission report Ballast reported that the December meeting date has been changed to December 13th. In January they will begin to discuss long term land use.
For Supervisor's report Fleming reported that he attended the Oceana County Road Commission meeting. He thanked them for the repairs to Wren Road and requested a work order for paving the 42nd/44th Avenue road project. He attended the MTA County Chapter meeting where cemeteries were discussed. He prepared the "Super's Corner" for the newsletter to be enclosed with the tax bills. Fleming reported on the Circuit Court hearing on the Schaaf dock. Judge Thomas ruled in favor of the Schaafs. He also met with John Foss and Tom Moore to discuss possibilities for camp property along the west end of Stony Lake at Scenic Drive. For Assessor's report Airy reported that they are preparing for the December Board of Review. Wentzloff discussed the request by Caldwell Bankers for disks of assessment and tax information. Wentzloff, Airy, and Beach all prefer that they get the information from BS&A as per our arrangement and the Board agreed. For Assessor's report Airy reported that the December Board of Review is scheduled for December 14th, beginning at 10:30 AM. Zoning Administrator Airy reported that the Zoning Ordinance change notice was prepared and published. Airy inspected a site for a new driveway within the Critical Dune. He also spoke with a property owner who needed a permit and to meet proper setbacks for a shed. The Zoning Ordinance changes were reviewed for a final time and referred to the Township Board for final acceptance with no further alterations. He worked with Mrs. Sill who needed to move a mobile home from one parcel to another to allow her to apply for a permit for a new home. A letter was sent to a property owner to inform him a permit is required for the garage he moved onto his property. The property owner responded that he plans to comply. The following activity was reported for the month of November: Regular permits-3 and Critical Dune permits-1. Under Old Business the Schaaf dock litigation was discussed. A motion was made by Smith and supported by Burmeister not to appeal the verdict. Roll call vote: Burmeister-aye, Wentzloff-aye, Fleming-aye, Shaw-aye, Smith-aye, motion CARRIED. The Hazard Mitigation Plan resolution will be moved to next month's agenda. A motion was made by Shaw and supported by Burmeister to schedule the Election Commission meeting for December 17, 2007 at 7:15 PM. All members-aye, motion CARRIED. A motion was made by Fleming and supported by Smith to adopt the Stony Creek Dredging Resolution. Roll call vote: Smith-aye, Shaw-aye, Fleming-aye, Wentzloff-aye, Burmeister-aye, motion CARRIED. Under New Business the snow plowing was discussed and it was the consensus of the Board to hire Bart Burmeister again this year. Fleming will contact him and see if he is interested. A motion was made by Burmeister and supported by Smith to approve a liquor license renewal for Par 5. Roll call vote: Smith-aye, Shaw-aye, Fleming-aye, Wentzloff-aye, Burmeister-aye, motion CARRIED. A motion was made by Shaw and supported by Wentzloff to amend the budget by taking $1,000.00 from Buildings and Grounds and increasing Parks by $1,000.00. Roll call vote: Burmeister-aye, Wentzloff-aye, Fleming-aye, Shaw-aye, Smith-aye, motion CARRIED. A motion was made by Shaw and supported by Wentzloff to publish our Board of Review notice as part of the Community Notice for $40.00. All members-aye, motion CARRIED. A motion was made to adopt the Zoning Ordinance Amendments and Changes Resolution. Roll call vote: Burmeister-aye, Wentzloff-aye, Fleming-aye, Shaw-aye, Smith-aye, motion CARRIED. A motion was made by Wentzloff and supported by Shaw to authorize the bills for payment, with two additions. Roll call vote: Smith-aye, Shaw-aye, Fleming-aye, Wentzloff-aye, Burmeister-aye, motion CARRIED. A motion was made by Smith and supported by Shaw to adjourn and the meeting was dismissed at 8:55 PM. Respectfully submitted,
REGULAR MEETING OCTOBER 22, 2007 AT 7:30 PM BENONA TOWNSHIP HALL (approved minutes) For Cemetery report Shaw
reported that she is continuing to mark spots for monument placements. For Fire Board report Dale
Wentzloff reported 13 runs for the month.
Andy Morse retired from the department.
The plan to buy a rescue truck has been changed to buy a rescue
pumper. A letter was submitted to the
Township Board from Chief White explaining the reasons for the change of
direction. A special meeting will be
held on this issue on October 24, 2007. For Supervisor's report
Fleming reported that the For Assessor's report Airy
reported that they are preparing for the December Board of Review. Wentzloff discussed the request by Caldwell
Bankers for disks of assessment and tax information. She prefers that they get the information
from BS&A as per our arrangement and the Board agreed with her. Under Old Business the
Schaaf dock litigation was discussed.
Gentel is getting a price on a pump that meets regulations to replace
the current pump at the park. Under New Business a
motion was made by Shaw and supported by Burmeister to approve $1,230.00 for
postage for tax bills and receipts. Roll call vote: Smith-aye, Shaw-aye,
Fleming-aye, Wentzloff-aye, Burmeister-aye, motion CARRIED. A motion was made by Shaw and supported by
Wentzloff to amend the budget by taking $2,000.00 from Buildings and Grounds
and increasing Parks by $1,000.00 and Cemeteries by $1,000.00. Roll call vote: Burmeister-aye, Wentzloff-aye, Fleming-aye,
Shaw-aye, Smith-aye, motion CARRIED. A
motion was made by Shaw and supported by Burmeister to adopt the resolution to
abandon two sections of Under Public Comment Mr.
Sid Wheeler discussed the possibility of neighboring property owners improving
the access to Respectfully submitted,
REGULAR MEETING SEPTEMBER 24, 2007 AT 7:30 PM BENONA TOWNSHIP HALL (approved minutes)
The regular meeting was called to order at 7:30 pm. with all Board members present except Burmeister and 8 visitors in attendance. A motion was made by Smith and supported by Wentzloff to approve the agenda with the following additions to "New Business": "Park well" and "Shelby Benona Fire District budget". All members-aye, motion CARRIED. The minutes of the August 27, 2007 regular meeting were reviewed and a motion was made by Wentzloff and supported by Smith to approve the minutes as written. All members-aye, motion CARRIED. The Treasurer's report was read and accepted. For Clerk's report Shaw reported that the session with Mary's Office Management was very helpful although she had to return a second time to make further adjustments in the QuickBooks program. The voting machine was delivered to the County Clerk's office for routine maintenance. Information on the County Summit that will be held on October 6, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. was distributed to the Board as well as the Planning Commission. A Primary election is scheduled for January 15, 2008. For Cemetery report Shaw reported that two monuments will be placed and one cremains buried this week. Noel Tow reported to the Clerk that some of the very old stones in the Benona Township Cemetery are collapsing. Wentzloff suggested calling MTA for advice concerning our responsibility for these stones if the families cannot be located. Mr. Souter said the new cemetery fence is up and thanked the Township Board for their part in it. For Fire Board report Dale Wentzloff reported 10 runs for the month. The department has 3 new fire fighters. Four sets of new turnout gear were ordered. Fire Prevention Week Open House will be held on Saturday, October 13th, from 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. One thousand dollars was raised for the smoke detector give-away. Four bids have been received for the rescue truck and all were higher than expected. The 2008 Fire District budget was submitted to the Board and Chief White was present to answer any questions. For Parks report Leon Ballast submitted a summary of the beach cleanup. Mr. Souter reported that an organization had 4 horses on the beach. Our sign was disregarded and manure was left behind. He gave the vehicle name and license plate number to the Supervisor to investigate. Fleming reported a semi parked and left running for 24 hours at the swim beach to the Sheriff's Department. For Supervisor's report Fleming reported that he assisted Gentel in erecting the new cemetery fence. He also attended the Stony Lake weed committee meeting on the 11th. Fleming attended the Oceana County Road Commission meeting and ordered the "Natural Beauty Road" sign. Work has commenced on the 44th Avenue road project. Fleming met with Gary Lankfer and discussed electricity at the ballpark and a boardwalk along the west end of Stony Lake. All numbers were low on the beach monitoring and no action is needed. A letter was received from Holly Chandler, Stony Lake Property Owners Association President. The Association would be willing to donate $750.00 towards repairing or replacing the well at the ballpark. For Assessor's report Beach reported that she confirmed the sales used by the County to determine our Residential County Equalization Ratio. She is reviewing all the mobile homes in the Township and applying the correct amount of depreciation. Zoning Administrator Airy reported that he spent 4 hours typing changes into the Zoning Ordinance. He also attended the Stony Lake Board meeting and received complaints that the meeting was not posted by the Lake Board. Airy met with Greg Wise to review a septic system replacement. Jerry McIntyre notified Airy that Susie Mikklesen's store has been red flagged for non-compliance. Airy is assisting Brenda Beach in compiling a database of Township properties for the Lake Board's use. At the Planning Commission meeting Airy discussed the Mikklesen situation and will notify her that she is in violation of the Township's requirements. The Zoning Ordinance amendments were discussed and changes made. New copies of the changes were submitted to the Township Board. Airy contacted the lawyer on behalf of the Planning Commission concerning a question about sending unapproved minutes when requested. The following activity was reported for the month of September: Regular permits-5, Critical Dune permits-3, Sign permits-1, and Zoning Book sold. Under New Business the revisions to the Zoning Manual were discussed. Changes following the Planning Commission meeting were noted. An additional public hearing will be held by the Planning Commission because the newspaper notice was not placed for the correct amount of days prior to the last meeting. There was no interest in attending the upcoming MTA class. A motion was made by Shaw and supported by Smith to schedule the floor refinishing for the main hall of the Township Hall at a cost not to exceed $5,000.00. Roll call vote: Wentzloff-aye, Fleming-aye, Shaw-aye, Smith-aye, motion CARRIED. It was recommended that Shaw try to get another price on the work before scheduling it. Repairing or replacing the well at the ballpark was discussed and Fleming will have more information on it at the next meeting. The Shelby Benona Fire District budget was discussed as well as the new rescue truck. A motion was made by Fleming and supported by Shaw to approve the 2008 Shelby Benona Fire District budget. Roll call vote: Smith-aye, Shaw-aye, Fleming-aye, Wentzloff-aye, motion CARRIED. A motion was made by Shaw and supported by Smith to authorize the bills for payment. Roll call vote: Smith-aye, Shaw-aye, Fleming-aye, Wentzloff-aye, motion CARRIED. A motion was made by Shaw and supported by Smith to adjourn and the meeting was dismissed at 9:30 PM.
Respectfully submitted,
Margie Shaw, Clerk
AUGUST 27, 2007 AT 7:30 PM BENONA TOWNSHIP HALL (Approved Minutes) The regular meeting was
called to order at 7:30 pm. with all Board members present except Burmeister
(arrived 7:35) and 6 visitors in attendance.
A motion was made by Fleming and supported by Smith to approve the
agenda with the following additions:
"Leonard Lewandowski" to Old Business and "Town hall
cleaning" and "Quickbooks
training" to New Business. All members-aye, motion CARRIED. The minutes of the Truth in Taxation hearing
of July 23, 2007 were reviewed and a motion was made by Wentzloff and supported
by Smith to approve the minutes as written.
All members-aye, motion CARRIED.
The minutes of the July 23, 2007 regular meeting were reviewed and a
motion was made by Wentzloff and supported by Burmeister to approve the minutes
with one spelling correction. All
members-aye, motion CARRIED. The
Treasurer's report was read and accepted.
For Clerk's report Shaw
reported a poor turn out for the August 7, 2007 Special Election. For Cemetery report Shaw
reported that the new cemetery fence has arrived and the caps have been placed
on the corner markers at the new section at For Fire Board report Dale
Wentzloff reported 11 runs for the month.
They discussed a new program for Fire Prevention Week. The pumps on three trucks will be tested this
month. Specifications for the new rescue
truck have been sent to eight companies for bids. For Parks report Gentel
reported that one deepwater buoy is missing.
He received complaints about jet ski activity in the channel. He plans to work on the erosion problem by the
bridge at the For Planning Commission
Ballast reported that the Planning Commission will publish a public hearing to
be held for the revised Zoning Manual at their September meeting and will
schedule a series of meetings for approval of changes to be completed by the
November Township Board meeting. For Supervisor's report
Fleming reported that he attended the Oceana County Road Commission
meeting. Bids for the full length of the
There was no Assessor's report. Zoning Administrator Airy
was not present but submitted a report to the Board detailing his activities
for the month. The MTA meeting in Big
Rapids, the Zoning Board of Appeals meeting for the For Township Maintenance
Gentel has need of a gas powered hedge trimmer and had quotes for purchasing
one. Fleming said he has one at home he
doesn't use, so Gentel can try his and see if it will work for him. Under Old Business the
42nd/44th Avenue road project was discussed.
A motion was made by Shaw and supported by Burmeister to formally approve
the work order for $195,608.20 that was signed by Fleming as authorized at the
July 23, 2007 regular meeting. Roll
call vote: Smith-aye, Shaw-aye, Fleming-aye, Wentzloff-aye, Burmeister-aye,
motion CARRIED. Leonard Lewandowski has
been helping Gentel occasionally and has been paid as an independent
contractor. A motion was made by Shaw
and supported by Wentzloff to hire him as an employee of the Township to assist
Gentel with township maintenance. Roll
call vote: Burmeister-aye, Wentzloff-aye, Fleming-aye, Shaw-aye, Smith-aye,
motion CARRIED. Under New Business a motion
was made by Shaw and supported by Smith to adopt a resolution establishing the
2007 millage levy at a total of 2.3192 mills.
Roll call vote: Burmeister-aye, Wentzloff-aye, Shaw-aye, Fleming-aye,
Smith-aye, motion CARRIED. A motion was
made by Shaw and supported by Wentzloff to pay Leon Ballast for re-typing the
revised Zoning Manual at the secretarial pay rate. All members-aye, motion CARRIED. Holly Chandler asked that the missing " Under Public Comment Bart
Burmeister noted that he dredged the channel again. A motion was made by Burmeister and supported
by Smith to adjourn and the meeting was dismissed at 9:20 PM. Respectfully submitted, Margie Shaw, Clerk REGULAR MEETING July 23, 2007 AT 7:30 PM For Planning Commission Ballast reported that Henley was elected as Chairman, Burmeister elected as Vice-chairman, and Ballast as Secretary. Updating the Zoning Ordinance is continuing. For Supervisor's report Fleming forwarded complaints about bad road conditions on 44th Ave. to the Road Commission and it has been improved. Fleming wrote a letter of information and appreciation to Linda Schrump for her years of service on the Planning Commission. He visited two businesses with delinquent Personal Property taxes along with Wentzloff and Deputy Simon and got positive results. For Assessor's report Airy gave us an update of
work in progress. Zoning Administrator Airy reported that he
visited a property owner with a noise complaint and established that the
building neighbor had all permits in order.
Airy visited Mrs.Germida's lot in the critical dunes to review the
installation of a new foundation for an addition to her home. He was also present at the Planning Commission
meeting. The following activity was
reported for the month of January: Regular
permits-1, Critical Dune permits-2. Under Old Business Ron Kuykendall apprised the
Board of his progress on the new township web site and made suggestions for
additional information and web pages that could be added. Important upcoming dates and cemetery maps
and information were both suggested. He
proposed adding new applications for an additional fee of $500.00. A motion was made by Wentzloff and supported
by Smith to hire Kuykendall to continue to add applications to the website for
$500.00. Roll call vote: Smith-aye,
Shaw-aye, Fleming-aye, Wentzloff-aye, Burmeister-aye, motion CARRIED. A motion was made by Burmeister and
supported by Smith to make an addendum to the June 26, 2006 minutes regarding
the escrow account agreement. The
escrow account is to be held jointly with Mary A. Hukill or her survivors and
Benona Township with the interest to be received solely by Mary A Hukill. Any fees incurred in maintaining this
account will be the responsibility of Mary A. Hukill. Roll call vote: Burmeister-aye, Wentzloff-aye, Shaw-aye,
Fleming-aye, Smith-aye, motion carried.
The regular meeting was called to order at 7:30 pm. with all Board
members present and 4 visitors in attendance.
A motion was made by Fleming and supported by Wentzloff to approve the
agenda with the following additions to New Business: Brine, July BOR Ad, Classes, BS&A Software, Fireproof File
Cabinet, and Preapproval of Paycheck.
A presentation by Diane King was also added. All members-aye, motion CARRIED.
The minutes of the May 29, 2007 regular meeting were reviewed and a
motion was made by Burmeister and supported by Smith to approve the minutes as
written. All members-aye, motion
CARRIED. The Treasurer's report was
read and accepted. Tax bills will be
sent out later this week. For Clerk's report Shaw reported on the MTA Spring District
meeting she attended with Wentzloff.
She received a response to her letter to Senator Van Woerkom regarding
local government consolidations. An
election is scheduled for August 7, 2007. Close of registration is July 9,
2007. Absentee applications will be
sent out this week. Election inspectors need to be appointed between June
28-July 17. For Supervisor's report Fleming reported that he contacted Rose
& Rose regarding the Schaaf dock issue.
Jim Prince will do a title search.
Fleming reported the fire damage to the Porta-jon and shelter. He met with the insurance adjuster and
Gentel earlier today. Fleming attended
the Hart Township Board meeting to try and iron out some of the problems with
the County with the differences between the BS&A and Manatron
software. He also discussed Keith
Hoffman's road, the Lone Fox tax tribunal judgment, a letter received from
Verizon, and Biotech applications. Margie Shaw, Clerk
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