FRUITPORT CHARTER TOWNSHIP BOARD OF TRUSTEES
MEETING MINUTES OF FEBRUARY 28, 2022
A work session of the Fruitport Charter Township Board began at 6:30pm on Monday, February 28, 2022, in the township board room.
Members Present: Todd Dunham, Supervisor; Andrea Anderson, Clerk; Rose Dillon, Treasurer; Trustees Jim Fichtel, Greg Hulka, Terry Knoll, David Markgraf
Members Absent: none
At 7:00pm, Todd Dunham opened the regular meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance.
Also Present: 2- residents; 5- employees; 2- guests; Director of Public Utilities, Steve Biesiada; Public Safety Director, Brian Michelli; Attorney Ron Bultje.
The motion by David Markgraf, seconded by Rose Dillon was carried unanimously, to approve the minutes of February 14, 2022.
The motion by Andrea Anderson, seconded by Rose Dillon was carried unanimously, to approve the agenda as presented.
CORRESPONDENCE / REPORTS:
1. Brian Michelli reported that an explosion that happened on the scene of a recent structure fire caused damage to a fire truck, however no one was injured; retail theft continues to be a problem.
2. The Parks Commission was present to report that the completion of their new 5 year Rec Plan makes them eligible to apply for grants through the State of Michigan- they plan to ask the Board for funds to match the grant that they would put toward the completion of the soccer park.
PUBLIC COMMENTS REGARDING AGENDA ITEMS: none
UNFINISHED BUSINESS: none
NEW BUSINESS:
22-015 Senior Services Report- AgeWell Services
Jennifer Jordan and Chris Burnaw from AgeWell Services and SafeSeniors were present to share with the Board information about the programs they provide through Fruitport Township’s partnership with senior millage funding. Fruitport seniors are given access to meals, medical transportation, activities, and the SafeSeniors program.
22-016 Budget Amendments
Jim Fichtel moved, seconded by Todd Dunham, MOTION CARRIED, to grant the Treasurer the authority to make necessary budget amendments through the end of the fiscal year.
Ayes: Fichtel, Hulka, Dillon, Dunham, Anderson, Knoll, Markgraf
Nays: none
22-017 Republic Services Agreement
RMS Disposal was purchased by Republic Services. The Clerk has proposed (with permission of all department heads) that all current accounts be combined into one for the new agreement with Republic Services as presented.
Terry Knoll moved, seconded by Rose Dillon, MOTION CARRIED, to authorize the Clerk to sign the service agreement with Republic Services.
Ayes: Markgraf, Knoll, Anderson, Dunham, Dillon, Hulka, Fichtel
Nays: none
22-018 Payment of Bills
Terry Knoll moved, David Markgraf seconded, MOTION CARRIED, to approve bills as presented for payment in the following amounts: General Fund $10,965.20; Public Safety $27,879.74; Water $8,962.59; Sewer $19,916.07; Trust & Agency $6,468.00; Street Lights $0.00
Totaling: $74,191.60
Ayes: Markgraf, Knoll, Anderson, Dunham, Dillon, Hulka, Fichtel
Nays: None
ADDITIONAL REPORTS:
1. Rose Dillon shared that the larges growth to the township this year was from residential; a DDA expenditure report will be shared at the next meeting.
2. Todd Dunham shared information about the possibility of a BIA grant for roads through Little River Band of Ottawa Indians.
PUBLIC COMMENTS PART II:
1. Floyd Dodd requested an update on the abandoned hotels.
The motion by Terry Knoll, seconded by Rose Dillon, was carried unanimously, to adjourn the meeting at 8:02pm.
ANDREA ANDERSON, CLERK
TODD DUNHAM, SUPERVISOR