A work session of the Fruitport Charter Township Board began at 6:30pm on Monday, April 8, 2019, in the township board room.
Members Present: Heidi Tice, Supervisor; Andrea Anderson, Clerk; Rose Dillon, Treasurer; Trustees Greg Hulka, Terry Knoll, Denise Winebarger
Members Absent: Jeff Jacobs, excused
At 7:00pm, Heidi Tice opened the regular meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance followed by a prayer.
Also Present: 1- residents; 2- employees; 2- guests; Director of Public Safety, Brian Michelli.
The motion by Rose Dillon, supported by Terry Knoll, was carried unanimously, to approve the minutes of March 25, 2019 as presented
The motion by Rose Dillon, supported by Heidi Tice, was carried unanimously, to approve the agenda as presented with the following addition:
Item 8-D: Police Department voluntary demotion and approval to hire replacement.
CORRESPONDENCE / REPORTS
1. Brian Michelli reported that there was an armed robbery at the Speedway gas station, still looking for suspect; The Fire Department is receiving the generous donation of a gear extractor from Dr. Donna Rick DDS; The No More Sidelines charity basketball game went well.
PUBLIC COMMENTS REGARDING AGENDA ITEMS: none
UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
19-051 First Reading: Business Registration Ordinance
The ordinance would require any business establishment to obtain a certificate of registration within Fruitport Township.
This constitutes the first reading. Final action will take place at the next regular scheduled board meeting on April 22, 2019.
19-052 Second Reading: Marihuana Establishments and Sale and Consumption in Public Places Ordinance
Terry Knoll moved, Denise Winebarger seconded, MOTION CARRIED, to adopt the Marihuana Establishments and Sale and Consumption in Public Places Ordinance. Said ordinance will prohibit marihuana establishments and would conform to Michigan law prohibiting the sale and consumption of marihuana in public places within Fruitport Township.
This constitutes the second and final reading of Amendment Ordinance No. 808.
Ayes: Knoll, Anderson, Tice, Dillon, Winebarger, Hulka
Nays: None
19-053 Annexation for City of Muskegon Development
Heidi Tice moved, seconded by Denise Winebarger, MOTION CARRIED, to remove from future agendas until further notified.
Ayes: Knoll, Anderson, Tice, Dillon, Winebarger, Hulka
Nays: None
NEW BUSINESS:
19-054 Bob Szymoniak with a School Resource Officer report
The Superintendent of Fruitport Schools, Bob Szymoniak, shared that Officer Dan Butler has been a perfect fit at Fruitport Schools and had helped in many ways. He thanked the Township for this partnership.
19-055 Patrick Finnegan to present a new online civil infraction mediation platform
Patrick shared a new service that is available to Police Departments for online dispute resolution. The costs would be covered by the court during their 1st trial year.
The Public Safety Director will monitor the progress of current hearings and bring information to the Public Safety Committee.
19-056 Local Road Project Contract
Under the agreement the following local roads will be improved with a chip seal:
Quarterline Rd: from Sternberg Rd to Pontaluna Rd (approx. 2 miles)
Brooks Rd: from Sternberg Rd to Cline Rd (approx. 1.5 miles)
Brooks Rd: from Cline Rd to Heights Ravenna Rd (approx. 1 mile)
Sheridan Rd: from Sternberg Rd to Mt. Garfield Rd. (approx. 0.5 mile)
Project(s) estimate: $161,750
Fruitport Township share: $72,750
Sullivan Township share of Brooks Rd: $8,125
Muskegon County Road Commission share: $80,875
Andrea Anderson moved, supported by Greg Hulka, MOTION CARRIED, to approve the local road project contract with the Muskegon County Road Commission and authorize the Supervisor and Clerk to execute the presented agreement.
Ayes: Hulka, Winebarger, Dillon, Tice, Anderson, Knoll
Nays: none
19-057 Police Department voluntary demotion and approval to hire replacement
An Officer would like to step back to part-time for personal reasons.
Terry Knoll moved, seconded by Rose Dillon, MOTION CARRIED, to fill the full-time position with current part-time Officer Jason Kuzyk.
Ayes: Knoll, Anderson, Tice, Dillon, Winebarger, Hulka
Nays: None
19-058 Payment of bills
Andrea Anderson moved, Denise Winebarger seconded, MOTION CARRIED, to approve bills as presented for payment in the following amounts: General Fund $31,822.70; Public Safety $65,731.75; Water $30,582.21; Sewer $21,062.97; T&A $1,920.00
Totaling: $151,119.63
Ayes: Hulka, Winebarger, Dillon, Tice, Anderson, Knoll
Nays: none
ADDITIONAL REPORTS:
1. Muskegon County recycling events are coming and are posted in the lobby; Fruitport Township clean-up days will be May 3 & 4; the Muskegon recycling facility has closed permanently.
PUBLIC COMMENTS PART II: none
The motion by Terry Knoll, supported by Greg Hulka, was carried unanimously, to adjourn the meeting at 8:07pm.
ANDREA ANDERSON, CLERK
HEIDI TICE, SUPERVISOR