A work session of the Fruitport Charter Township Board began at 6:30pm on Monday, January 10, 2022, in the township board room.
Members Present: Todd Dunham, Supervisor; Andrea Anderson, Clerk; Rose Dillon, Treasurer; Trustees Jim Fichtel, Greg Hulka, Terry Knoll
Members Absent: David Markgraf, excused
At 7:00pm, Todd Dunham opened the regular meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance.
Also Present: 0- residents; 1- employees; 2- guests; Director of Public Utilities, Steve Biesiada; Public Safety Director, Brian Michelli.
The motion by Terry Knoll, seconded by Greg Hulka was carried unanimously, to approve the minutes of December 13, 2021 and closed session minutes of December 13, 2021 as presented.
The motion by Andrea Anderson, seconded by Rose Dillon was carried unanimously, to approve the agenda as presented with the following addition:
Item 7-B: MCRC Performance and Indemnification Resolution
CORRESPONDENCE / REPORTS:
- Steve Biesiada reported that the DPW is back to working with a full staff after several illnesses.
- Brian Michelli reported that the Police Department is working at full staff and the Fire Department has one out with illness; the township is updating policies to follow CDC guidelines; the police cruiser ordered last summer should be coming in February and the Fire Department pick-up truck is in progress.
- Rose Dillon shared a letter received commending the Police and Fire Departments for their care in a recent car accident; there is a dumpster behind the township hall for Christmas trees.
PUBLIC COMMENTS REGARDING AGENDA ITEMS:
- Senator Jon Bumstead reviewed several proposed bills.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
22-001 Resolution: Health Insurance Coverage for Dependents
The policy was simplified to state that if a young adult between the ages of 19-25 is enrolled in an educational program the township will pay for their coverage in-full and if they are not enrolled in an educational program the employee will be responsible for payment of the coverage.
Rose Dillon moved, seconded by Jim Fichtel, MOTION CARRIED, to adopt the resolution and give it an effective date of April 1, 2022.
Ayes: Fichtel, Hulka, Dillon, Dunham, Anderson, Knoll
Nays: none
22-002 MCRC Performance and Indemnification Resolution
The Muskegon County Road Commission was not willing to negotiate on the wording of this resolution as suggested by the township Attorney. The township Attorney recommends adoption of the resolution.
Rose Dillon moved, seconded by Greg Hulka, MOTION CARRIED, to adopt the Performance and Indemnification resolution as presented.
Ayes: Fichtel, Hulka, Dillon, Dunham, Anderson, Knoll
Nays: none
NEW BUSINESS:
22-003 Reappointment of Joe DeMarco and Russ Stressman to the ZBA
The motion by Rose Dillon, seconded by Todd Dunham, was carried unanimously, to reappoint Joe DeMarco and Russ Stressman to the Zoning Board of Appeals for a 3 year term ending January 1, 2025.
22-004 Mt Garfield Lift Station Pump Repair
One of two pumps is down and in need of repair. The quote for repair by Kennedy Industries is $5,585.00. This expense was budgeted for.
Terry Knoll moved, seconded by Todd Dunham, MOTION CARRIED, to approve the repairs.
Ayes: Knoll, Anderson, Dunham, Dillon, Hulka, Fichtel
Nays: none
22-005 Payment of Bills
Terry Knoll moved, Andrea Anderson seconded, MOTION CARRIED, to approve bills as presented for payment in the following amounts: General Fund $20,500.97; Public Safety $35,331.64; Water $6,630.04; Sewer $1,457.37; Trust & Agency $645.00; Street Lights $0.00
Totaling: $64,565.02
Ayes: Knoll, Anderson, Dunham, Dillon, Hulka, Fichtel
Nays: None
ADDITIONAL REPORTS:
- Todd Dunham shared that the DDA bond deal is done and thanked everyone for their contributions to this accomplishment.
PUBLIC COMMENTS PART II: none
The motion by Terry Knoll, seconded by Andrea Anderson, was carried unanimously, to adjourn the meeting at 7:27pm.
ANDREA ANDERSON, CLERK
TODD DUNHAM, SUPERVISOR