FRUITPORT CHARTER TOWNSHIP BOARD OF TRUSTEES
MEETING MINUTES OF MARCH 14, 2022
A work session of the Fruitport Charter Township Board began at 6:30pm on Monday, March 14, 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: 3- residents; 3- employees; 2- guests; Director of Public Utilities, Steve Biesiada; Public Safety Director, Brian Michelli.
The motion by Terry Knoll, seconded by Rose Dillon was carried unanimously, to approve the minutes of February 28, 2022.
The motion by Andrea Anderson, seconded by Terry Knoll was carried unanimously, to approve the agenda as presented with the following addition as requested by the Supervisor:
Item 8-D: Revoke Special Use for England Automotive
CORRESPONDENCE / REPORTS:
- Brian Michelli reported that there has been an uptick in fires and vehicle accidents; Jeff Whelan is retiring as Deputy Police Chief and will be staying part-time to work the evidence room and the front desk; Brian is looking to fill the Deputy Police Chief position and execute an employment contract at the next meeting.
- The Director and Members of the Parks Commission were present to request $300,000.00 for a grant match to complete Sheringer Soccer Park.
PUBLIC COMMENTS REGARDING AGENDA ITEMS: none
UNFINISHED BUSINESS: none
NEW BUSINESS:
22-019 Approval of DDA Expenditures
Terry Knoll moved, seconded by David Markgraf, MOTION CARRIED, to approve payment of the DDA expenditures as listed in the amount of $315,799.80.
Ayes: Fichtel, Dillon, Dunham, Anderson, Knoll, Markgraf
Nays: Hulka
22-020 Everstream Metro Act Permit
Everstream GLC Holdings LLC is looking to provide telecommunications services within Fruitport Township and has requested a 5 year unilateral agreement.
Terry Knoll moved, seconded by Todd Dunham, MOTION CARRIED, to approve a 5 year unilateral Metro Act Permit for Everstream GLC Holdings LLC and authorize the Clerk to submit the paperwork.
Ayes: Markgraf, Knoll, Anderson, Dunham, Dillon, Hulka, Fichtel
Nays: None
22-021 Budget Discussion
General fund and Water/Sewer budgets were presented. Discussion occurred.
Terry Knoll moved, seconded by Jim Fichtel, MOTION CARRIED, to approve the Water and Sewer Department budgets as presented.
Ayes: Fichtel, Hulka, Dillon, Dunham, Anderson, Knoll, Markgraf
Nays: none
22-022 Revoke Special Use for England Automotive
David Markgraf moved, seconded by Greg Hulka, MOTION CARRIED, to revoke the Special Use for England Automotive per the recommendation of the Planning Commission.
Ayes: Markgraf, Knoll, Anderson, Dunham, Dillon, Hulka, Fichtel
Nays: None
22-023 Payment of Bills
Rose Dillon moved, Terry Knoll seconded, MOTION CARRIED, to approve bills as presented for payment in the following amounts: General Fund $7,523.74; Public Safety $73,592.92; Water $73,114.35; Sewer $6,689.26; Trust & Agency $2,332.99; Street Lights $12,737.83
Totaling: $175,991.09
Ayes: Markgraf, Knoll, Anderson, Dunham, Dillon, Hulka, Fichtel
Nays: None
ADDITIONAL REPORTS: none
PUBLIC COMMENTS PART II: none
The motion by Terry Knoll, seconded by David Markgraf, was carried unanimously, to adjourn the meeting at 7:44pm
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ANDREA ANDERSON, CLERK
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TODD DUNHAM, SUPERVISOR