FRUITPORT CHARTER TOWNSHIP BOARD OF TRUSTEES MEETING MINUTES OF NOVEMBER 25, 2019
A work session of the Fruitport Charter Township Board began at 6:30pm on Monday, November 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 7:03pm, Heidi Tice opened the regular meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance followed by a prayer.
Also Present: 2- residents; 1- employees; 2- guests; Director of Public Safety, Brian Michelli; Director of Public Utilities, Steve Biesiada; Attorney Ron Bultje.
The motion by Terry Knoll, supported by Rose Dillon, was carried unanimously, to approve the minutes of October 28, 2019 as presented.
The motion by Rose Dillon, supported by Terry Knoll, was carried unanimously, to approve the agenda as presented.
CORRESPONDENCE / REPORTS
1. Heidi Tice shared the Muskegon County Wastewater newsletter; Fruitport Township’s status as a 5-star e- Cities Community; December 10 @ Shettler Elementary there will be an anti-bully workshop all are welcome to attend.
2. Steve Biesiada reported that the Smiley water tower leak has been repaired and the tower is back in service; the Water Authority is looking at the possibility of having a valve placed on the Smiley water tower to allow the Broadway water tower to get more usage; the Water Department recently gained access to a SCADA software system to allow them to monitor certain essential functions within the water system.
3. Brian Michelli reminded folks to lock your vehicles and not leave behind valuables as unlawful entry incidences continue to occur across the county; the on-site fuel tank project is progressing.
PUBLIC COMMENTS REGARDING AGENDA ITEMS: none
UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
19-139 Second Reading: Law Enforcement Cost Recovery Ordinance
Terry Knoll moved, Rose Dillon seconded, MOTION CARRIED, to adopt Ordinance 813, the Law Enforcement Cost Recovery Ordinance. Said ordinance will allow for the costs for law enforcement services above and beyond a specified amount to be recovered on an individual basis.
This constitutes the second and final reading of Ordinance No. 813.
Ayes: Knoll, Jacobs, Anderson, Tice, Dillon, Winebarger, Hulka
Nays: None
19-140 Public Hearing date change for Mt. Garfield Rd. special assessment district
Due to a conflict with the Muskegon Chronicle, the Notice of Public Hearing was not published as requested in order to meet the time requirements.
Heidi Tice moved, Greg Hulka seconded, MOTION CARRIED, to revise the original resolution that was adopted October 28, 2019 to move the public hearing date to December 9, 2019.
Ayes: Knoll, Jacobs, Anderson, Tice, Dillon, Winebarger, Hulka
Nays: none
19-141 Truck Route Ordinance discussion
Discussion occurred regarding Supervisor Tice’s request for the Board to consider a Truck Route Ordinance for the following roads:
• Ellis from Airline to Brooks
• Stringer from Sternberg to Farr
• Kendra from Farr to Sheridan
• Cooley from Sternberg to Cline
Discussion included adding Cline from Brooks to Wolf Lake in section 30-108 and adding “provided any prohibited truck route is avoided or used no more than is essential to serve these residents (i.e. no prohibited truck route may be used in any event if an alternate route is available)” to the end of section 30-110 (d).
The ordinance would prohibit heavy truck traffic on specified roads within Fruitport Township.
This constitutes the first reading of the draft dated 11-25-2019. Final action will take place at the next regular scheduled board meeting on December 9, 2019.
NEW BUSINESS:
19-142 Daily Deals liquor license request
The District Manager and Store Manager were present to answer questions about the store. They anticipate a mid-December opening of the 1755 E. Sherman Blvd. location.
Terry Knoll moved, Jeff Jacobs seconded, MOTION CARRIED, to adopt the resolution approving the application from Daily Deals Food Outlet for an SDM off-premises license at 1755 E. Sherman Blvd., recommending the application be considered for approval by the Michigan Liquor Control Commission.
Ayes: Knoll, Jacobs, Anderson, Tice, Dillon, Winebarger, Hulka
Nays: none
The Clerk will submit the resolution.
19-143 Charge in Lieu of Assessment Ordinance discussion
Discussion occurred.
The ordinance would create a charge in lieu of a special assessment for a property that has been divided after the assessment is in place within Fruitport Township.
This constitutes the first reading. Final action will take place at the next regular scheduled board meeting on December 9, 2019.
19-144 Appoint Heidi Tice to the West Plan Technical Committee
The West Plan Technical Committee is a group that meets to discuss primary roads and bridges in Muskegon County.
The motion by Rose Dillon, supported by Denise Winebarger, was carried unanimously, to appoint Heidi Tice to the West Plan Technical Committee.
19-145 Payment of bills
Andrea Anderson moved, Terry Knoll seconded, MOTION CARRIED, to approve bills as presented for payment in the following amounts:
General Fund $43,060.48;
Public Safety $58,908.93;
Water $186,323.83;
Sewer $19,700.98;
street lights $258.41;
Trust & Agency $633.00
Totaling: $308,885.63
Ayes: Knoll, Jacobs, Anderson, Tice, Dillon, Winebarger, Hulka
Nays: none
ADDITIONAL REPORTS:
1. Jeff Jacobs asked where the Township is at with the grant process is with Safe Routes to School for bike paths to the schools, the grant deadline is in April; Jeff discussed the halted hotel projects.
2. Andrea Anderson discussed cyber insurance for the Township.
PUBLIC COMMENTS PART II:
Daniel Taber thanked the Water Department for their mindfulness in working with him to not flush away his fresh grass seed during hydrant flushing; he thanked the Clerk for help with absentee ballots; he brought several other concerns including the halted hotel situation and how it will be handled going forward, the church on Quarterline Rd., the pond at Chandy Acres East, the future of Kendra Rd. and who will pay to fix it. He commented that Safe Routes to School is a great opportunity.
The motion by Terry Knoll, supported by Greg Hulka, was carried unanimously, to adjourn the meeting at 8:20pm.
ANDREA ANDERSON, CLERK
HEIDI TICE, SUPERVISOR