A work session of the Fruitport Charter Township Board began at 6:30pm on Monday, February 25, 2019, in the township board room.
Members Present: Heidi Tice, Supervisor; Andrea Anderson, Clerk; Rose Dillon, Treasurer; Trustees Greg Hulka, Jeff Jacobs, Terry Knoll, Denise Winebarger
Members Absent: none
At 7:00pm, Heidi Tice opened the regular meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance followed by a prayer.
Also Present: 1- residents; 4- employees; 1- guests; Director of Public Safety, Brian Michelli; Director of Public Utilities, Ron Langlois; Attorney Ron Bultje
The motion by Rose Dillon, supported by Terry Knoll, was carried unanimously, to approve the minutes of February 11, 2019 as presented.
The motion by Rose Dillon, supported by Heidi Tice, was carried unanimously, to approve the agenda as presented.
CORRESPONDENCE / REPORTS
1. Ron Langlois reported that a water main at Sheringer Rd. had to be lowered under the Kuis Drain due to elevation changes.
2. The West Michigan Regional Water Authority budget was shared; A tour of the new Fruitport High School project will be March 4th at 7:00pm; the Clerk shared appreciation for a $200 flag fund donation from the Fruitport Lioness Club; Senator Bumstead held office hours at Fruitport Town Hall this week and it went well.
PUBLIC COMMENTS REGARDING AGENDA ITEMS: none
UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
18-175 Business Registration review and discussion
Information on the concept was reviewed. The Fire Department will be responsible for the administrative duties of the business registration. The Board asked the Attorney to develop the ordinance with the presented information.
NEW BUSINESS:
18-176 Discussion: annexation for City of Muskegon development
Frank Peterson from the City of Muskegon presented a proposed development plan for the former site of the correctional facility. The property is split between the city of Muskegon and Fruitport Township. The City of Muskegon is asking that Fruitport Township annex the property to them. The Board requested that the City of Muskegon bring back ideas for a 425 agreement.
18-177 Fire Department vacation time payout
The Public Safety Director has requested that a maximum of 54 hours of PTO time be paid out for fire personnel due to scheduling conflicts and a shortage of available staff. The fulfillment of this request is recommended by the Public Safety Committee.
Jeff Jacobs moved, Rose Dillon seconded, MOTION CARRIED, to authorize the Public Safety Director to proceed with negotiating a memorandum of understanding with the IAFF union to accomplish the request.
Ayes: Hulka, Winebarger, Dillon, Tice, Anderson, Jacobs, Knoll
Nays: none
18-178 First Reading: Zone Text Amendment Ordinance for Solar Energy Regulation
On February 19, 2019, the Planning Commission made a recommendation to the Township Board to approve the Zone Text Amendment Ordinance for Solar Energy Regulation. The ordinance would allow for and regulate the production of Solar Energy in Fruitport Township.
This constitutes the first reading. Final action will take place at the next regular scheduled board meeting on March 11, 2019.
18-179 Planning Commission fee schedule revision
Supervisor Tice recommends adding a PUD Pre-application meeting and PUD workshop meeting to the Planning Commission fee schedule. It is suggested that the ability to add a Planning Commissioner to a meeting be added. The Board requested the Supervisor to get comparable fee schedules and reevaluate our current schedule. This topic will return to the next meeting.
18-180 Board of Review Resolution
Add to the presented resolution that the letter must be received before the close of the Board of Review.
Rose Dillon moved, Terry Knoll seconded, MOTION CARRIED, to adopt the revised resolution granting residents the opportunity to file an appeal with the Board of Review by mail.
Ayes: Hulka, Winebarger, Dillon, Tice, Anderson, Jacobs, Knoll
Nays: none
18-181 Adoption of the Schedule of Public Meetings
Change the presented schedule to list Public Safety meetings on the 4th Monday of each month at 5:30pm.
Heidi Tice moved, Jeff Jacobs seconded, MOTION CARRIED, to adopt the revised Schedule of Public Meetings for fiscal year 2019/2020.
Ayes: Hulka, Winebarger, Dillon, Tice, Anderson, Jacobs, Knoll
Nays: none
18-182 Payment of bills
Andrea Anderson moved, Denise Winebarger seconded, MOTION CARRIED, to approve bills as presented for payment in the following amounts: General Fund $3,599.73; Public Safety $3,065.17; Water $602.01; Sewer $1,325.78; T&A $648.00; Street Lights $14,726.69
Totaling: $23,967.38
Ayes: Hulka, Winebarger, Dillon, Tice, Anderson, Jacobs, Knoll
Nays: none
ADDITIONAL REPORTS:
1. The Township’s free dump day will be May 4th during Spring Clean-up.
2. Jeff Jacobs requested that the Supervisor seek comparisons for non-union, Boards, and Administrative wages spread sheet.
PUBLIC COMMENTS PART II: none
The motion by Terry Knoll, supported by Heidi Tice, was carried unanimously, to adjourn the meeting at 8:52pm.
ANDREA ANDERSON, CLERK
HEIDI TICE, SUPERVISOR