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ELMIRA TOWNSHIP
COUNTY OF OTSEGO
ELMIRA, MICHIGAN
DECEMBER 11, 2003
A regular meeting of the Elmira Township board was held on December 11, 2003 at the Elmira Township hall commencing at 7:00 p.m. with Supervisor, Ralph Robarge calling the meeting to order with the Pledge of Allegiance.
Members in attendance were Supervisor, Ralph Robarge, Clerk, Susan Schaedig, Treasurer, Diane Purgiel and Trustees, Leonard Skop and Theresa Plachta. Others attending were Carl Essenmacher, Don Franckowiak, Al Bentz, Ron Geiger and Bob DeLong.
NEW BUSINESS:
Bob DeLong of Dunn’s Business Solutions gave a presentation on three new copy machines and one used.
Leonard made a motion to purchase the used Ricoh 200 copy machine for $1,650.00 and a Full Service Maintenance Agreement at .021 cents a copy($42.00 a quarter) from Dunn’s Business Solutions. Seconded by Diane and carried unanimously.
The board decided to hold on to the assessor’s old laptop computer since the Fire Department is having trouble with theirs.
Ralph and Leonard reported on the Road Commission meeting they had attended. Mike Roper explained the T-21 funding procedures and that the name is being changed. He had a priority list of Primary Roads and mentioned that the projected dates are being pushed back a year or more due to lack of funds. OCRC used their future funds on West Otsego Lake Drive, on a new salt shed and a loader.
A committee of one member of each governmental unit in the county will meet at 9:00 a.m. on January 6, 2004 at the Road Commission office to develop a plan to place road millage on the ballot in 2004. Leonard will represent Elmira Township.
Everyone is encouraged to write our legislators to support SB 387 which would put the same road tax on diesel fuel as gasoline.
CenturyTel is filing a petition with the Michigan Public Service Commission to approve an adjacent exchange calling plan which will allow 546 customers to call Alba, Boyne Falls, Boyne City and East Jordan for a fee around $5.00. They would like the township to pass a resolution to support this petition. The board discussed the issue and decided not to support it.
The minutes were accepted as presented.
TREASURER’S REPORT:
101-119 CD9630002815 @1.80 102,651.93
GEN FUND 1ST NAT’L 15,427.51
TOTAL $200, 957.33
GEN FUND CD 82,877.89
Diane was given permission to send tax receipts to the taxpayers.
PLANNING COMMISSION REPORT:
The next PC meeting will be held on January 27, 2004. The board discussed the 2004 proposed budget of $13, 085.00 and John Wiacek’s absences.
Diane made a motion to accept the proposed Planning Commission budget for 2004. Seconded by Leonard and carried.
Ralph stated that he has tried contacting John Wiacek by telephone several times and has never received an answer so the board reviewed the list of former applicants for the PC and will contact Jack Middleton and Paul Coon for interviews at the next township board meeting.
Theresa made a motion to inform John Wiacek by certified mail that he no longer is a member of the Elmira Township Planning Commission. Seconded by Leonard and carried unanimously.
ASSESSOR’S REPORT:
No land divisions. Form 4408, Assessing Officer’s Report of Property Taxes Levied for Revenue Sharing completed and sent into the State Tax Commission Property Tax Division. December Board of Review went well. Five homestead corrections and three description corrections as Equalization did not pick up land transfers.
ORDINANCE OFFICER’S REPORT:
Still working on junk vehicles from a year ago.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
Ralph sent an e-mail to Michigan Townships Association with the copy of the 1994 legal opinion to reaffirm that public funds cannot be used on private roads. Ryan Dobrzelewski will be informed that Elmira Township cannot help him with Thompson Road improvement.
Leonard made a motion in the form of a resolution to adopt ELMIRA TOWNSHIP NUISANCE ORDINANCE NO 4 OF 2003. Seconded by Diane and carried unanimously.
AYES: RALPH, SUSAN, DIANE, THERESA, LEONARD
NAYES: NONE ABSENT: NONE
Diane made a motion in the form of a resolution to adopt ELMIRA TOWNSHIP DANGEROUS STRUCTURES ORDINANCE NO 5 OF 2003. Seconded by Leonard and carried unanimously.
AYES: RALPH, SUSAN, DIANE, THERESA, LEONARD
NAYES: NONE ABSENT: NONE
Leonard made a motion in the form of a resolution to adopt ELMIRA TOWNSHIP DISMANTLED OR INOPERABLE MOTOR VEHICLE ORDINANCE NO 6 OF 2003. Seconded by Theresa and carried unanimously.
AYES: RALPH, SUSAN, DIANE, THERESA, LEONARD
NAYES: NONE ABSENT: NONE
Diane made a motion to rescind her motion made in November to write a check for $3,942.50 to the Fire Authority and ask for reimbursement to the township in December when taxes are collected. Seconded by Leonard and carried unanimously.
Diane made a motion to write a check for $5.677.20 to the Fire Authority for the township’s share of the $7,200 grant.(check written for $3,942.50, another check for $1,734.70 will be written) Seconded by Theresa and carried unanimously.
READING OF THE BILLS:
1721 Elmira-Warner Fire Authority 3,942.50
1722 Ron Geiger, ordinance officer, liquor inspector 163.52
1723 Gloria Torello, PC meeting 55.00
1724 Theresa Plachta, trustee 160.00
1725 Suzzane Bannister, PC meeting 50.00
1726 Susan Schaedig, clerk 820.00
1727 Ralph Robarge, Supv 651.16
1728 Leonard Skop, trustee 210.00
1729 Jill Kassuba, assessor 1,392.43
1730 Duane Hoffman, PC meeting 50.00
1731 Diane Purgiel, treasurer 920.00
1732 Dan Sevenski, hall cleaning 112.50
1733 Ralph Robarge, reimb 25.00
1734 Herald Times, minutes publication 27.48
1735 Otsego County Equalization 123.87
1736 Michigan Society of Planning 55.00
1737 Dunn’s Business Solutions 8.88
1738 Waste Management 56.49
1739 Diane Purgiel, reimb 63.51
1740 Young, Graham & Elsenheimer, P.C. 750.00
1741 Ralph Robarge, hall rental, Rd Comm meeting 75.00
1742 VOID
1743 Gaylord Gas, Inc. 312.92
1744 Michigan Twp Association, conference registrations 635.00
1745 Dunn’s Business Solutions, used Ricoh 200 1,650.00
1746 Diane Purgiel, workshop 110.00
1747 Susan Schaedig, workshop 110.00
1748 Centurytel 95.81
1749 Jill Kassuba 88.66
1750 Great Lakes Energy 223.21
1751 Jake Kurth, hall dep reimb 50.00
1752 Elmira-Warner Fire Authority 1,734.70
14,722.64
Diane made a motion to pay the bills. Seconded by Theresa and carried.
Sue made a motion to pay for the registration, mileage, hotel rooms and per diem for the MTA Conference in January, 2004 for any board member. Seconded by Diane and carried.
Diane made a motion to allow $100.00 for meals for the 2004 MTA convention.
Seconded by Theresa and carried.
There being no further business to come before the board, Sue made a motion to adjourn. Seconded by Diane and carried. Meeting adjourned at 9:30 p.m..
Susan Schaedig, Clerk
ELMIRA TOWNSHIP
COUNTY OF OTSEGO
ELMIRA, MICHGIAN
NOVEMBER 13, 2003
A regular meeting of the Elmira Township board was held on November 13, 2003 at the Elmira Township hall commencing at 7:00 p.m. with Supervisor, Ralph Robarge calling the meeting to order with the Pledge of Allegiance.
All members present.
Diane made a motion to accept the minutes as read. Seconded by Theresa and carried.
TREASURER’S REPORT:
CD 102,651.93 Gen Fund 22,382.82 Gen Fund CD 82,877.89
TOTAL 207,912.64
Diane reported that there will be an adjustment of $100.00 by Young, Graham & Elsenheimer, P.C. on the RFB Cellular matter.
Diane had Dunn’s look at the copy machine at the township hall and has invited them to come to the meeting in December to present offers.
Leonard made a motion to pay Otsego County Equalization Department 1.30 per parcel for the monthly maintenance fee of the tax roll and printing of tax bills for the next contract year and then a 3% increase over the next three years of a four year contract. Seconded by Diane and carried unanimously.
PLANNING COMMISSION REPORT:
Diane read the minutes of the October 28, 2003 meeting. John Wiacek has missed several meetings and this issue will be addressed. Next meeting on November 25, 2003 at 7:00 p.m.. No December meeting.
The Otsego County Planning Commission is intending to amend the County Master Plan and is requesting cooperation and any comments to assist in this process.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
A copy of the Nuisance Ordinance was sent to Bryan Graham and he feels that the 1987 ordinance should be repealed. The estimated fees to enact a new nuisance ordinance and a dangerous structure ordinance are $500.00
Theresa made a motion to retain Bryan Graham to prepare a Nuisance Ordinance and a Dangerous Structure Ordinance and to prepare a repeal of the 1987 Nuisance Ordinance. Seconded by Sue and carried.
Ralph received a 1994 opinion from the MTA legal staff in regard to the Thompson Road improvement which stated since it is private property no township funds may be spent. Leonard suggested that the township try to obtain a later opinion in regard to this matter. Issue tabled.
Ralph made a motion to appoint the Elmira-Warner Fire Authority as collecting agent for the Fire Charges Ordinance. Seconded by Diane and carried.
Ralph and Leonard checked the playground equipment and found no problem with loose boards. They suggested that the top be taken down. Matter tabled.
NEW BUSINESS:
Diane made a motion to write a check for $3,942.50 to the Fire Authority and ask for reimbursement to the township in December when taxes are collected. Seconded by Leonard and carried.
The current taxable value for Elmira is $55,305,939(.7885);Warner’s Taxable Value is $14,835,516(.2115/$1,057.50).
The board reviewed Verizon North’s application under the Metro Act for rights-of-way.
Leonard made a motion to approve Verizon North Inc. application for access to and ongoing use of public ways by telecommunications providers under Metropolitan Extension Telecommunications Rights-Of-Way Oversight Act 2002 PA 48 MCLA Sections 484.3101 to 484.3120. Seconded by Diane and carried unanimously.
Michigan Townships Association would like all townships to join them in an effort to stop revenue sharing cuts by sending a message to Lansing through our local media.
A workshop will be conducted by Keskine, Cook, Miller, Smith & Alexander to aide the audit process on December 11, 2003 at the University Center from 10:00 to 2:00.
Diane made a motion to pay the registration and half a days wages for Diane and Sue to attend the workshop given by the Learning Center on December 4, 3003. Seconded by Leonard and carried.
READING OF THE BILLS:
1685 Theresa Plachta, trustee 110.00
1686 Suzzane Bannister, PC meeting 50.00
1687 Susan Schaedig, Clerk’s Salary 820.00
1688 Ralph Robarge, Supv Salary 711.16
1689 Leonard Skop, Trustee 220.00
1690 John Ernst, PC meeting 50.00
1691 Jill Kassuba, assessor 1,392.43
1692 Gloria Torello, PC meeting 55.00
1693 Diane Purgiel, Treasurer’s Salary 870.00
1694 Dan Sevenski, hall cleaning 125.00
1695 Great Lakes Energy 10.52
1696 Ralph Robarge, reimb 25.00
1697 Diane Purgiel, reimb 69.49
1698 United States Postal Service, postage 37.00
1699 United States Postal Service, postage 74.00
1700 Young, Graham & Elsenheimer, PC 241.22
1701 The University of Michigan, internet services 750.00
1702 Carquest 22.16
1703 Otsego County Equalization Dept 123.87
1704 Gaylord Gas 105.45
1705 Municipal Underwriters of Mich, Inc 380.00
1706 Michigan Assessors Association, dues 55.00
1707 Gaylord Sewer & Septic 90.00
1708 Waste Management 56.38
1709 Ron Geiger, Ordinance Officer, Liquor Inspector 57.75
1710 Ron Geiger 153.90
1711 Walmart 118.34
1712 Ralph Robarge 50.00
1713 United States Postal Service 32.00
1714 First National Bank of Gaylord, taxes Oct 632.54
1715 Ralph Robarge, reimb 4.20
1716 First National Bank of Gaylord, taxes Nov 628.02
1717 United States Postal Service 421.80
1718 CenturyTel 96.05
1719 Great Lakes Energy 278.95
1720 United States Postal Service 184.63
9,101.86
Diane made a motion to pay the bills, seconded by Leonard and carried unanimously.
There being no further business to come before the board, Sue mad a motion to adjourn. Seconded by Diane and carried. Meeting adjourned at 8:40 p.m.
ELMIRA TOWNSHIP
COUNTY OF OTSEGO
ELMIRA, MICHIGAN
OCTOBER 9, 2003
A regular meeting of the Elmira Township board was held on October 9, 2003 at the Elmira Township hall commencing at 7:00 p.m. with Supervisor, Ralph Robarge calling the meeting to order with the Pledge of Allegiance.
Members in attendance were Supervisor, Ralph Robarge, Clerk, Susan Schaedig, Treasurer, Diane Purgiel and Trustees, Leonard Skop and Theresa Plachta. Others attending were Ryan and Bob Dobrzelewski, EMS Medical Service Director, Jon Deming and Assessor, Jill Kassuba.
Jon Deming asked the board to consider purchasing a generator for the township hall in order to use it in an emergency. At this time there are no grants. The board will consider the generator in the next budget year.
Ryan Dobrzelewski owns Block 16 in Elmira. There is a platted road(Thompson Rd) which was never developed into a road. He is asking the board to consider making this a road which would make it open for possible development. Tabled.
Diane made a motion to accept the minutes as corrected. Seconded by Theresa and carried.
TREASURER’S REPORT:
CD 102,651.93 GEN FUND 1ST NAT’L 15,118.57
GEN FUND CD 82,877.89
Diane moved funds over to Northwestern Bank. The township is covered up to 100,000.00 at First Nat’l so she left funds there. Diane also spoke to officials at First National who said that there were some bad loans made and that they are trying to collect them.
No Planning Commission meeting since there was not a quorum. Diane and Gloria were present and also advisor, John Ernst.
ASSESSOR’S REPORT:
Jill working with Jim Theisen to fix the lap top computer so it is capable of backing up the records from 2000 – 2004 which are on the windows program. Awaiting the BSA program diskette to install in the new computer and current back ups to be made.
The County Treasurer has signed the Homestead audit form.
No Land Divisions.
Have not been advised by the State Tax commission on the Skibinski Case as to date. Received a MTT on Small Claims division of Michigan Electric Transmission Company vs. ElmiraTownship(obtaining information to respond to claim). Has not been advised on the Dale Smith cases.
Jill is requesting a phone card for long distance calling since she is removing the coverage on her home phone.
The Map training program was great. Jill picked up a set of training booklets for the office and to let her know if anyone would like one.
The L-4029 Form was completed and signed with the value of the loss taken from my assessment roll. Bill Kerr advised that I use a different number that he used in establishing the value in May for a State report. His number was established with a loss of the split parcels, IFT’s, class changes, etc. I have redone a revised copy for signatures.
Diane made a motion to allow Jill to purchase a phone card for township business. Seconded by Sue and carried unanimously.
Diane made a motion to accept the figures of the L-4029 as completed by Jill on 9-27-03. Seconded by Leonard and carried unanimously.
Ralph and Jim Theisen purchased a laptop with a zip drive from Circuit City for $1,309.90 with a rebate for $230.00. A case from Wal Mart, 18.88. Total Cost $1098.78.
The board discussed payment to Jim Theisen for assisting with the assessor’s computer.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
Elmira Township has a shelter agreement with the Salvation Army to provide space in the event of an emergency. Ralph provided Ron Chavey with the Supervisor’s, Clerk’s and Treasurer’s telephone numbers.
The board addressed the Fire Charge Ordinance. It was agreed to 40 acres of property involving fires of extraordinary costs.
Leonard made a motion to adopt the Elmira Township Fire Charges Ordinance which establishes charges for certain fire protection services pursuant to Act 33 of the Public Act of 1951, as Amended (MCL 41.801 ET SEQ) to provide exemptions from those charges, and to provide methods for the collection of such charges. Seconded by Diane and carried unanimously.
AYES: RALPH, SUSAN, DIANE, THERESA, LEONARD
NAYES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
Sue made a motion in the form of a resolution to establish charges for the Fire Charges Ordinance. $150.00/hr pumper; $75.00/hr tanker; $50.00/hr utility vehicle for full runs plus wages and all actual extraordinary costs incurred by the Fire Department. Seconded by Diane and carried unanimously.
AYES: RALPH, SUSAN, DIANE, LEONARD, THERESA
NAYES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
The tables have been purchased; the wall repair completed and Leonard and Ralph will erect the new township signs on October 10, 2003.
NEW BUSINESS:
Diane made a motion to have Great Lakes Energy install an overhead light at C-42 and Camp Ten Road. Seconded by Sue and carried unanimously.
Since the Nuisance Ordinance was enacted in 1987 a copy will be sent to Bryan Graham to review it.
Leonard made a motion to accept Huff Excavating bids for snowplowing in 2003 –2004. Plow Truck, $45.00/hr; End Loader, $70.00/hr. Seconded by Diane and carried unanimously. Charges are the same as last year and the township has received a copy of Huff’s workmen’s compensation insurance.
Ralph and Leonard will check on the complaints of the condition of the playground equipment.
READING OF THE BILLS:
1649 Circuit City, computer 1,309.90
1650 Theresa Plachta, Trustee, Oct meeting 110.00
1651 VOID
1652 Ron Geiger, Ordinance Office, Liquor Inspector 163.52
1653 Susan Schaedig, Clerk 820.00
1654 Ralph Robarge, Supv 651.16
1655 Leonard Skop, Trustee Oct meeting 110.00
1656 John Ernst, PC meeting 50.00
1657 Jill Kassuba, assessor 1,442.43
1658 Gloria Torello, PC meeting 55.00
1659 Diane Purgiel, Treasurer, PC meeting 870.00
1660 Dan Sevenski, hall cleaning 137.50
1661 Young, Graham & Elsenheimer, P.C. 649.34
1662 Ralph Robarge, reimb use fax & computer 25.00
1663 Diane Purgiel, reimb Norton Internet Security 77.40
1664 Diane Purgiel, reimb 64.04
1665 Dan Sevenski, reimb soap dispensers 21.16
1666 Municipal Underwriters of Mich, insurance 6,194.00
1667 Dunn’s Business Solutions 32.00
1668 Great Lakes Energy 42.09
1669 WalMart 2.43
1670 Herald Times 27.48
1671 Jill Kassuba, reimb 112.84
1672 Waste Management 56.56
1673 Elmira Township, funds transfer to NW 1,000.00
1674 Gillespie Lawn Care 350.00
1675 Elmira Township, funds tranfer 500.00
1676 Dunn’s Business Solutions, copier 1,500.00
1677 Leonard Skop, reimb tables 444.31
1678 Otsego County Historical Society 100.00
1679 VOID
1680 Centurytel 93.31
1681 Otsego County Equalization Dept 123.87
1682 Great Lakes Energy 260.08
1683 Nemcog 1,054.00
1684 M C Planning & Design 1,486.72
18,436.74
Diane made a motion to pay the bills. Seconded by Theresa and carried unanimously.
There being no further business to come before the board Diane made a motion to adjourn. Seconded by Sue. Meeting adjourned at 8:40 p.m.
ELMIRA TOWNSHIP
COUNTY OF OTSEGO
ELMIRA, MICHIGAN
SEPTEMBER 11, 2003
A regular meeting of the Elmira Township board was held on September 11, 2003 at the Elmira Township hall commencing at 7:05 p.m. with Supervisor, Ralph Robarge calling the meeting to order with the Pledge of Allegiance.
Members in attendance were Supervisor, Ralph Robarge, Clerk, Susan Schaedig, Treasurer, Diane Purgiel, Trustees Leonard Skop and Theresa Plachta. Others attending were Peter Slominski, Will and Rex Savory, assessor Jill Kassuba, Jeff Ratcliff and Jack
Thompson.
Jeff Ratcliff of Otsego County Economic Alliance gave a presentation on a county wide growth management process. The board reviewed a resolution on growth management. The board made it clear that they do not wish to participate financially at this time since Elmira is already working with a planner but do support the concept.
Leonard Skop made a motion in the form of a resolution that Elmira Township Board of Trustees agrees to support and participate, subject to final determination of cost, in a county-wide growth management process including the first step which will entail building awareness and developing a comprehensive community vision for Otsego County. Seconded by Theresa and carried.
AYES: RALPH ROBARGE, SUSAN SCHAEDIG, DIANE PURGIEL, THERESA PLACHTA
NAYES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
Will Savory presented an Eagle Scout project for Hallock Cemetery. He would like to locate and unearth all the markers and mark the driveway so that vehicles would not drive over gravesites. The scouts have their own liability insurance and would use their own supplies and equipment.
Theresa made a motion to support the Eagle Scout project in Hallock Cemetery. Seconded by Leonard and carried unanimously.
Ralph met with Adam Cowan, an appraiser hired by Kenwick Corporation, the township’s insurance company to appraise township property.
An M-DOT workshop will be held at the Otsego County Road Commission on 9-18-03 at 1:00 p.m..
Diane made a motion in the form of a resolution to urge Governor Jennifer Granholm to enact Senate Bills 464 and 466 and House Bills 4627, 4630 and 463l which will provide consistent and stable funding to ensure the future of Mackinac Bridge. Seconded by Theresa and carried unanimously.
AYES: RALPH ROBARGE, SUSAN SCHAEDIG, DIANE PURGIEL, LEONARD SKOP, THERESA PLACHTA
NAYES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Leonard and Ralph met with Tom Deans of the Road Commission to observe the completed Camp Ten Road project. OCRC received a grant to tar and chip Parmater Road at the Eagle Point entrance area due to the lakes and drainage.
Still waiting for a recommendation on fees from the Fire Authority on the Fire Charge Ordinance. Ralph said he will suggest the Authority adopt the Ordinance and approve fees later.
Ralph picked up the signs and flag on 8-21-2003. Ralph and Pat Robarge will grant the township an easement for the placement of the sign on M-32 across from St. Thomas church. Everything is in place to erect the signs. Miss Dig has been notified. Ralph and Leonard will erect the signs.
Leonard will purchase the tables from Sams Club and be reimbursed by the township since there is no benefit to obtaining a membership for Elmira Township.
The hall wall repair will be completed the week of September 15th.
No information on the Lamar issue at this time.
Leonard made a motion to accept the August minutes. Seconded by Theresa and carried.
Sue made a motion to accept the July minutes. Seconded by Diane and carried.
TREASURER’S REPORT:
CD 102,651.93 General Fund 1,459.09 CD 102,397.16
Diane read the PC’s August minutes. Diane made a motion to approve a $25.00 purchase by Suzanne Bannister for “The Planning Commission Toolkit”. Seconded Theresa and carried unanimously.
Diane suggested that board members take turns being on the Planning Commission for one year or have a zoning board.
Diane read a letter from Northwestern Bank in regard to the financial services they have to offer. The board discussed a rumor about the feds being called in to investigate First National Bank on their banking practices. The board directed Diane to check into the situation and take funds out of First National if necessary since she has always made sound decisions in the past. Diane stated that we have always had good service from First National and they are a local bank we could keep up to 100,000.00 there since it is insured and invest the rest at Northwestern.
ASSESSOR’S REPORT:
Bill Kerr requests Jill attend a training on the mapping program on September 25th from 8:00 until 12:00 at the MTEC building. Seeking township approval.
Patricia Osborne requests that Elmira review the Elmira Plat and get back with her.
Skibinski case was submitted by Mr. Skibinski to the Tax Tribunal and Jill spoke with them to say that it is being handled at the State Tax Commission level and she is waiting for Mr. Schnelle to respond to the numbers and figures she presented to him in July.
Wolverine Power Supply Cooperative Inc has motion ed to add the 2003 Tax year to their Case. Michael A. Stimpson will be the presiding Tribunal Judge.
Jill received a quote of $1,395.00 for a computer from Cliff. Since Cliff has been slow on responding in regard to repairs the board directed Jill to check with Jim Theisen for a quote.
Theresa made a motion to allow Jill to purchase a computer system through Jim Theisen up to $1,500.00. Seconded by Diane and carried unanimously.
Diane made a motion to allow Jill and any Planning Commission member to attend the mapping program with wages paid. Seconded by Leonard and carried unanimously.
Ralph received several estimates on LP gas for the 2003-2004 season. Gaylord Gas offered 107.9 for the season. No one else would give a cap. Elmira Township will continue to purchase LP from Gaylord Gas.
Ralph suggested that the septic system at the township hall should be checked and pumped. Ralph will locate and dig up the area for $25.00.
READING OF THE BILLS:
1617 Diane Purgiel, Summer tax collection 1,666.66
1618 Theresa Plachta, Trustee, Sept meeting 110.00
1619 Suzanne Bannister, PC meeting, July, Aug 100.00
1620 Susan Schaedig, Clerk 820.00
1621 Ron Geiger, Ordinance Officer, Liquor Inspector 158.71
1622 Ralph Robarge, Supv 601.16
1623 Leonard Skop, Trustee, Sept meeting 110.00
1624 John Ernst, July PC meeting 50.00
1625 Jill Kassuba, Assessor 1,392.43
1626 Gloria Torello, PC meetings, July, August 110.00
1627 Duane Hoffman, PC meeting July, August 100.00
1628 Diane Purgiel, Treasurer 1,030.00
1629 Dan Sevenski, hall cleaning 125.00
1630 First National Bank of Gaylord, Sept taxes 1,018.11
1631 Ralph Robarge, reimb use of fax & computer 25.00
1632 Diane Purgiel, reimb 196.54
1633 Gillespie Lawn Care, lawn mowing 410.00
1634 Otsego County Equalization 123.87
1635 Keskine, Cook, Miller, Smith & Alexander, F65 785.00
1636 WalMart 40.54
1637 Michigan Townships Association, booklet 15.00
1638 Great Lakes Energy, street light Hallock & M32 10.52
1639 Waste Management 53.86
1640 Ralph Robarge, reimb 772.43
1641 United States Postal Service, postage 74.00
1642 Otsego County Road Commission, Camp Ten Rd 63,524.35
1643 Michigan Dept of Treasury, July, Aug, Sept taxes 752.96
1644 Great Lakes Energy 307.73
1645 CenturyTel 92.53
1646 Hangin In There, hall repair 262.54
1647 Young, Graham & Elsenheimer 828.00
1648 United States Postal Service, postage 74.00
75,740.94
Leonard made a motion to accept the bills as presented. Seconded by Diane and carried unanimously.
There being no further business to come before the board, Diane made a motion to adjourn. Seconded by Sue and carried unanimously. Meeting adjourned at 9:55 p.m.
ELMIRA TOWNSHIP
COUNTY OF OTSEGO
ELMIRA, MICHIGAN
AUGUST 14, 2003
A regular meeting of the Elmira Township board was held on August 14, 2003 at the Elmira Township hall commencing at 7:00 p.m. with Supervisor, Ralph Robarge calling the meeting to order with the Pledge of Allegiance.
Board members present were Supervisor, Ralph Robarge, Trustees, Theresa Plachta and Leonard Skop. Clerk, Susan Schaedig and Treasurer, Diane Purgiel were absent. Deputy Clerk, Sara Schaedig, Ron Geiger, Robert & Jean Brown, Tim McPhearson and sons, Zander and Miles were also present.
Leonard made a motion to accept the minutes as presented. Seconded by Ralph.
Theresa did not vote since she had not attended the July meeting.
PUBLIC COMMENT:
Bob Brown questioned why the repeal of the garbage ordinance was not in the paper. Note : the July synopsis of the Elmira Township minutes and the Ordinance to Repeal the Garbage Ordinance were both in the Gaylord Herald Times.
TREASURER’S REPORT:
CD 129000455 $97,443.37 GEN FUND $67,110.10 CD $102,397.16
ORDINANCE OFFICER REPORT:
Ron reported that things are going well with the foreclosed property and he is still working on the junk cars complaint.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
The Camp Ten Road paving project is complete. The striping and some other touch ups will complete the project.
Still waiting for a recommendation from the Fire Authority on fees for the Fire Charge Ordinance. Tabled.
Ralph reported that the Township signs and flag are completed and received a permit from M-Dot.
Leonard reported that he has not yet purchased the tables for the hall.
Board members Ralph and Diane, and attorneys, Bryan Graham and John Mulvihill met with Attorney, Tom Cecil of Lamar Signs on August 11, 2003. Ralph, Diane and Bryan gave depositions to Mr. Cecil in regard to the Lamar Advertising lawsuit.
NEW BUSINESS:
Jeff Ratcliffe of the Otsego County Economic Alliance will give a presentation on September 11, 2003 on the county wide growth management process to Elmira Township. He has a resolution for the township to sign supporting the process.
The next Township Association meeting will be held on September 21, 2003 at Chester Township at 7:00 p.m..
Tim McPhearson asked the board if they would be interested in having the Boy Scouts find all the metal markers in Hallock Cemetery. He stated that they need projects.
Vicky Savory is the contact person.
READING OF THE BILLS:
1574 Theresa Plachta, Trustee 160.00
1575 Susan Schaedig, Clerk 870.00
1576 Ralph Robarge, Supv 601.16
1577 Leonard Skop, Trustee 160.00
1578 Jill Kassuba, Assessor 1,392.43
1579 Diane Purgiel, Treasurer 920.00
1580 Diane Purgiel, Summer Tax Collection-Treas 1,666.66
1581 Otsego County Equalization 123.87
1582 1852 VOID
1583 1853 Dunn’s Business Solutions 25.04
1584 1854 Herald Times, Garbage Ord, minutes 96.18
1585 1855 BS & A Software 420.00
1586 1856 Waste Management 53.72
1587 1857 Great Lakes Energy 10.52
1588 1858 VOID
1589 1859 Diane Purgiel, reimb 67.75
1590 1860 Sara Schaedig, Aug mtg, Deputy Clerk 110.00
1591 1861 Ron Geiger, ordinance officer, Liquor Inspector 158.71
1592 1862 Eugene Fleming, BOR 50.00
1593 1863 Doreen Ostrander, Aug Election 166.50
1594 1864 Dan Sevenski, hall cleaning 125.00
1595 1865 Cynthia Prusakiewicz, BOR 50.00
1596 1866 Barbara Fleming, Aug Election 131.75
1597 1867 Jill Kassuba, land split 40.00
1598 1868 Jill Kassuba, reimb 46.80
1599 1869 Doreen Ostrander, cleaning flower beds 75.00
1600 1870 Sara Schaedig, deputy clerk-election 70.00
1601 1871 Roderick Wright, BOR 50.00
1602 1872 Ralph Robarge, hall rental-Francis 25.00
1603 1873 Margaret Hall, Aug Election 131.75
1604 1874 Black Forest Building Co 4,019.96
1605 1875 Gaylord Gas, Inc 232.60
1606 1876 Sara Schaedig, reimb food-election 8.00
1607 1877 Ralph Robarge, reimb use of fax & computer 25.00
1608 1878 Paul Francis, hall dep reimb 50.00
1609 1879 Susan Schaedig, reimb postage 16.20
1610 1880 WalMart, telephone 97.96
1611 1881 CenturyTel 92.29
1612 1882 Accident Fund, Workmen’s Comp 850.00
1613 1883 Great Lakes Energy 217.74
1614 1884 Young, Graham & Elsenheimer, PC, Lamar 192.00
1615 1885 Gillespie Lawn Care 410.00
1616 1886 First Nat’l Bank of Gaylord, taxes 1,096.66
15,106.25
Leonard made a motion to pay the bills. Seconded by Theresa and carried.
here being no further business to come before the board Leonard made a motion to adjourn. Seconded by Theresa and carried. The meeting was adjourned at 7:30 p.m..
ELMIRA TOWNSHIP MEETING MINUTES
COUNTY OF OTSEGO
ELMIRA, MICHIGAN
July 10, 2003
A regular meeting of the Elmira Township board was held on July 10, 2003 at the Elmira Township hall commencing at 7:00 p.m. with Supervisor, Ralph Robarge calling the meeting to order with the Pledge of Allegiance.
Board members present were Supervisor, Ralph Robarge, Clerk, Susan Schaedig, Treasurer, Diane Purgiel and Trustee, Leonard Skop. There were several residents also in attendance.
The Board asked for a show of hands among the audience of 28 against the Garbage Ordinance. It was unanimous to repeal the ordinance.
Leonard made a motion to adopt Ordinance # 2 of 2003. An Ordinance to repeal the Elmira Township Garbage Collection and Disposal Ordinance(Ordinance #2 of 2002). Seconded by Diane and carried unanimously.
AYES: Ralph, Susan, Diane, Leonard NAYES: None ABSENT: Theresa
PUBLIC COMMENT:
Norbert Skibinski stated that he has a house on the Elmira-Warner line and the Elmira Township assessor has not provided information to the State Tax Tribunal which ruled in 1995 that ET was in error. He states that Elmira Township is in violation of the Headlee Amendment and will bring criminal charges against the supervisor and the board if the issue is not resolved in 45 days.
Tammy Phillips, a trustee on the Otsego County Library Board and Maureen Derenzy, Library Director gave a presentation on the Library millage election to be held on August 5, 2003. The issues on the ballot will be a renewal of 4/10 mill and a request for 5/10 mill to build a new central library.
Diane made a motion to accept the minutes as corrected. Seconded by Leonard and carried.
READING OF THE BILLS:
1539 VOID
1540 Theresa Plachta, Trustee 110.00
1541 Susan Schaedig, Clerk 820.00
1542 Ron Geiger, ordinance officer & liquor inspector 158.71
1543 Ralph Robarge, 676.16
1544 Leonard Skop, Trustee 110.00
1545 John Wiacek, Jr, PC 50.00
1546 John Ernst, PC 50.00
1547 Jill Kassuba, Assessor 1,392.43
1548 Gloria Torello, PC 55.00
1549 Duane Hoffman, PC 50.00
1550 Diane Purgiel, Treasurer 920.00
1551 Dan Sevenski, hall cleaning 150.00
1552 Dunn’s Business Solutions 26.48
1553 Diane Purgiel, reimb 74.75
1554 Ralph Robarge, reimb fax & computer 25.00
1555 Jill Kassuba, reimb 95.23
1556 M.C. Planning & Design 2,377.50
1557 Great Lakes Energy 41.27
1558 Waste Management 53.60
1559 Otsego County Equalization Dept 911.47
1560 Gaylord Herald Times 24.05
1561 Diane Purgiel, summer tax collection 1,666.66
1562 Gillespie Lawn Care 820.00
1563 Julia Polus, hall rental dep reimb 50.00
1564 Patricia Newberry, hall rental dep reimb 100.00
1565 Ralph Robarge, 3 hall rentals 75.00
1566 Ken Figiel, pension settlement 1,757.94
1567 First Nat’l Bank of Gaylord, Fiegel 945 439.48
1568 Young, Graham & Elsenheimer, P.C. 180.00
1569 Michigan Society of Planning, Hoffman dues 55.00
1570 First Nat’l Bank of Gaylord, July taxes 995.03
1571 CenturyTel 92.29
1572 Coins & Collectibles, metal detector 145.00
1573 Great Lakes Energy 298.36
14,486.41
Diane made a motion to pay the bills. Seconded by Sue and carried.
TREASURER’S REPORT:
101-117 CD #129000455 97,443.37
Gen Fund 70,262.70 Tax 102,397.16
The CD was renewed. Diane has purchased a phone for township business.
Diane reported that there were five additional persons from the community attending the PC meeting. Cameras were handed out to PC members and interested public participants and directed to take photos of things in the Township to preserve/protect and other things that may be problems which may need addressing.
The next planning session will be held on August 26, 2003 at 7:00 p.m.. The Public is invited to participate.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
Tom Deans of the OCRC thought that the paving may start on Camp Ten in a couple of weeks.
The township signs and flag have been ordered and Ralph is working on the permits from M-Dot.
The board will go into closed session at the end of the meeting in regard to the Lamar issue.
NEW BUSINESS:
Sue has requested a metal detector to use in Hallock Cemetery. The metal posts are buried and are difficult to locate. Sue made a motion to purchase a metal detector from Coins & Collectibles for 145.00. Seconded by Diane and carried.
Diane is working on a newsletter and work like board input on info.
The Economic Alliance has scheduled a meeting on 7-21-2003; 5:00 p.m. at the University Center, Room U-109. Keith charters will facilitate this meeting.
Sue made a motion to appoint Peggy Hall, Barb Fleming, Doreen Ostrander and Sara Schaedig as election inspectors for the Special Election to be held on August 5, 2003. Seconded by Diane and carried.
Lost Valley Camp has requested a fireworks permit. Ralph is receiving information from MTA in regard to this issue. No action taken at this time.
Sue made motion to allow any board member to attend the workshop on Township Law 101 at Treetops on August 25, 2003. Wages and registration to be paid by the township. Seconded by Leonard and carried.
Warner Township received three bids for Maple Hill Cemetery for digging out stumps, some trees, graveling road with 200 yards with 22A, filling in the stump holes and leveling the ground with the contour of its shape. L & G Excavating is about half the amount of the other two bids.
The board had no objection to this bid from L & G and will pay half of the $4,800.00.
There being no further business to come before the board Leonard made a motion to adjourn. Seconded by Diane and carried. Meeting adjourned at 8:25 p.m..
Closed Session
ELMIRA TOWNSHIP MEETING MINUTES
COUNTY OF OTSEGO
ELMIRA, MICHIGAN
JUNE 12, 2003
A regular meeting of the Elmira Township board was held on June 12, 2003 at the Elmira Township hall commencing at 7:00 p.m. with Supervisor, Ralph Robarge calling the meeting to order with the Pledge of Allegiance.
Members in attendance were Supervisor, Ralph Robarge Clerk, Susan Schaedig Treasurer, Diane Purgiel Trustee, Leonard Skop and Trustee, Theresa Plachta. Others attending were Miles Griswold, Don Cherry, Ordinance Officer Ron Geiger, Commissioner Al Bentz and Assessor Jill Kassuba.
Public Comment:
Commissioner, Al Bentz gave a brief update.
Leonard made a motion to accept the minutes as corrected. Seconded by Theresa and carried.
READING OF THE BILLS:
1497 Ralph Robarge, Supv 711.16
1498 Theresa Plachta, Trustee 110.00
1499 Suzzane Bannister, PC meeting 50.00
1500 Susan Schaedig, Clerk 820.00
1501 Ron Geiger, Ordinance Officer, Liquor Inspector 158.71
1502 Leonard Skop, Trustee 210.00
1503 Jill Kassuba, Assessor 1,392.43
1504 Gloria Torello 55.00
1505 Duane Hoffman, PC meeting 50.00
1506 Doreen Ostrander, flower bed cleaning 56.25
1507 Diane Purgiel, Treasurer 1,040.00
1508 Dan Sevenski, hall cleaning 100.00
1509 Ron Geiger, reimb 33.12
1510 Syscom Central North 351.90
1511 Otsego County Equalization Dept, May Maint 123.87
1512 Waste Management 53.64
1513 Gleaners Life Insurance Society 4,329.00
1514 USG Annuity & Life Co 2,405.64
1515 Municipal Retirement Systems Inc 185.00
1516 Herald Times 30.92
1517 Otsego County Equalization, Maps, 2003 Aerial 1,308.00
1518 Carquest, cleaning supplies 146.44
1519 Young, Graham & Elsenheimer 73.10
1520 Gillespie Lawn Care 1,480.00
1521 Michigan Townships Association, dues, legal defense 1,016.25
1522 Susan Schaedig, reimb 6.55
1523 Diane Purgiel, reimb 36.80
1524 Deb Puroll, hall dep refund 50.00
1525 Matthew Dobzrlewski, hall dep refund 100.00
1526 Ralph Robarge, reimb 2.21
1527 Diane Purgiel, reimb 21.60
1528 State of Michigan, DEQ 24.00
1529 US Postal Service, postage 74.00
1530 Young, Graham & Elsenheimer, PC 72.00
1531 First National Bank of Gaylord, June Taxes 657.43
1532 Michigan Society of Planning, membership, Diane P. 55.00
1533 State of Michigan, quarterly taxes 528.64
1534 Great Lakes Energy 303.00
1535 CenturyTel 92.19
1536 Ralph Robarge, reimb 25.00
1537 U.S. Post Office 451.03
1538 U.S. Post Office 48.48
18,338.85
Diane made a motion to pay the bills. Seconded by Leonard and carried.
TREASURER’S REPORT:
CD 97,443.37 Gen Fund 61,554.55 Gen Fund CD 101,574.13 = 260,572.05
Diane reported that ET received a check for $1,245.53 from the Metro Act. This money is to be used for right of way purposes only.
Sue made a motion to pay the $55.00 membership fee for each planning commission member to the Michigan Society of Planning. Seconded by Leonard and carried.
Diane made a motion to authorize the treasurer to collect interest on unpaid summer tax bills at 1% per month or fraction of a month, starting September 15th 2003. Seconded by Sue and carried.
ASSESSOR’S REPORT:
Still having trouble with the disk floppy drive and keys on township Compaq Presario computer. Cliff of Syscom suggested purchasing a desk top computer. Jill is seeking board’s recommendation.
Maintaining assessment roll. Entering the warranty deeds and transfers as they come in.
Currently updating the homestead list to verify with County Equalization.
No land divisions at this time. Had a survey sent but no application with it.
Continuing to work on the Skibinski property with the State Tax Commission. New Tribunal from Dale Smith(5 lots Gaylord Country Club) . Prepared some July Board of Review forms.
Jill is looking to take long distance phone coverage off her home phone. Would like to know if it is possible to purchase a long distance phone card.
The board directed Jill to seek prices on computers and present them to the board.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
Tom Deans of the OCRC stated that the paving of Camp Ten Road may start in a couple of weeks.
The board discussed the Fire Charge Ordinance and False Alarm charges.
Leonard made a motion to adopt the Performance and Indemnification Resolution. Seconded by Diane and carried.
AYES: Ralph Robarge, Susan Schaedig, Diane Purgiel, Leonard Skop, Theresa Plachta
NAYES: None ABSENT: None
This Performance and Indemnification Resolution is required by the Mich Dept of Transportation for purposes of issuing to a municipal utility an “Individual Permit Use of State Trunkline Right of Way” or an “Annual Application and Permit for Miscellaneous Operations within State Trunkline Right of Way”.
Theresa made a motion to pay an additional $250.00 each($500.00) to have a message on both sides of the two signs ordered from Black Forest. Seconded by Leonard and carried. Diane refrained from voting.
Leonard will purchase the tables from Sams. He will check on acquiring a credit card from Sams in the Township’s name or the possibility of using the Wal Mart card the township currently has.
NEW BUSINESS:
The National Association of Towns and Townships will hold the 2003 Legislative and Educational Conference in Washington D.C. in September. Leonard made a motion to allow any board member to attend with room and registration fees(149.00) to be paid by the Township. Seconded by Theresa and carried.
There will be an Otsego County Economic Alliance meeting held on 6-24-03. This is the same night the Elmira PC has a meeting planned. Sue will contact Duane Hoffman to see if he would mind changing the PC meeting date so that ET board members may attend both meetings.
Diane made a motion to adopt a resolution Opposing Any Proposal To Reduce Or Eliminate Michigan State Police Presence In Townships. Seconded by Theresa and carried unanimously.
AYES: Ralph Robarge, Susan Schaedig, Diane Purgiel, Theresa Plachta, Leonard Skop
NAYES: None
ABSENT: None
There being no further business to come before the board Sue made a motion to adjourn. Seconded by Theresa and carried. Meeting adjourned at 8:45 p.m.
ELMIRA TOWNSHIP MEETING MINUTES
COUNTY OF OTSEGO
ELMIRA, MICHIGAN
MAY 8, 2003
A regular meeting of the Elmira Township board was held on May 8, 2003 at the Elmira Township hall commencing at 7:00 p.m. with Supervisor, Ralph Robarge calling the meeting to order with the Pledge of Allegiance.
Members present were Supervisor, Ralph Robarge, Clerk, Susan Schaedig, Treasurer, Diane Purgiel, Trustee, Leonard Skop and Trustee, Theresa Plachta. Assessor, Jill Kassuba and Tom Deans of the Otsego County Road Commission were also present.
Tom Deans presented three bids for paving Camp Ten Road. Payne & Dolan, Inc. bid is $151, 247.00, Rieth-Riley Construction Co., Inc. bid $131,400.00 and H & D Inc bid $127,304.50.
The original estimate of the project is $113,500 with township share of $55,750.
Tom recommended the H & D bid of $127,304.50 with a 50% share cost of $63,652.25. A difference of $7,000 from the original bid.
Leonard made a motion to accept H & D Inc. bid of $127,304.50 with the 50% share cost of $63,652.25 for furnishing and placing hot mix asphalt paving on South Camp Ten Road. Seconded by Diane and carried unanimously.
The board discussed the conditions of Mt Jack Road and North Camp Ten Road with Mr. Deans.
Diane made a motion to accept the minutes as presented. Seconded by Theresa and carried.
TREASURER’S REPORT:
CD 97,443.37
Gen Fund 1st National 77,456.20
Gen Fund CD 101,574.13
Total 276,473.70
Diane’s telephone number for township business is 732-4560 Fax 732-9702
PLANNING COMMISSION REPORT:
The PC has requested the township to send a letter to Bill Kerr requesting to allow Mary Campbell of M.C. Planning & Design and Duane Hoffman, Township PC Chair use of the maps & aerial system that is available to Elmira Township. This permission does not allow them to create any new layers or added expense without prior approval from Elmira Township.
Sue made a motion to pay fees and wages for Suzzane Bannister and Gloria Torello to attend the Water Quality program on June 25, 2003. Seconded by Leonard and carried unanimously.
Theresa made a motion to pay fees of $210.00 and wages for John Ernst or any township board or planning commission member to attend the Citizen Planner meetings. Seconded by Leonard and carried unanimously.
ASSESSOR’S REPORT:
Maintaining Assessment Roll. Entering warranty deeds and transfers as they come in. Updating the homestead list to verify with County Equalization.
Having trouble backing up the 2003 assessment BOR roll through the BSA program.
No land divisions. Working on the Skibinski property with the State Tax Commission. Reached a mutual agreement with a taxpayer on correcting an error. Will be handled at the July BOR.
Jill is trying to figure out who owns the gas/oil compression buildings and cell towers throughout Elmira Township. Any corrections on these 068-898 parcels will be handled at the July Board of Review. This was a new law that came quickly requiring immediate roll placement, therefore some buildings may have been double assessed on real and personal property(this is where the business reported them prior to the 2003 assessment roll). Attempting to verify where they reported their buildings.
Jill signed the Assessor Contract on April 21, 2003.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
Ralph and Leonard met with Mr. Graham to discuss amendments to the Fire Charge Ordinance. A draft will be ready for the June 12, 2003 meeting.
Mr. Graham will draw up a rescission ordinance for the Trash Pick-Up Ordinance when the board is ready.
Diane made a motion to purchase a township flag for 791.00 from Black Forest. Seconded by Theresa and carried.
Leonard made a motion to purchase two one sided signs at $1,400 each from Black Forest. Seconded by Diane and carried. These signs will be placed at entry points into Elmira Township.
Theresa made a motion to purchase plastic top tables from Sams at 69.44 each(30” x 96”). Seconded by Leonard and carried.
CenturyTel is applying to the township for a permit for transmission lines under the Metro Act. There are two different permits which have been approved by the MPSC. A bilateral permit which has a term of up to 30 years and a unilateral permit which the term is for 5 years or less. Mr. Elsenheimer recommends approving and signing the bilateral permit.
Leonard made a motion to approve a bilateral agreement with CenturyTel. Seconded by Theresa and carried.
NEW BUSINESS:
The play structure in the park has some loose nails. Ralph will have the insurance company check it out for safety reasons.
The Township Association Chapter meeting will be held on May 20, 2003 at Chester Township.
Diane made a motion to reappoint Duane Hoffman to the Elmira Township Planning Commission. Seconded by Leonard and carried.
READING OF THE BILLS:
1466 Theresa Plachta, trustee 110.00
1467 Suzzane Bannister, PC meeting 50.00
1468 Susan Schaedig, Clerk 820.00
1469 Ron Geiger, liquor inspector, ordinance officer 158.71
1470 Ralph Robarge, supervisor 601.16
1471 Leonard Skop, trustee 110.00
1472 John Wiacek, PC meeting 50.00
1473 John Ernst, PC meeting 50.00
1474 Jill Kassuba, assessor 1,392.43
1475 Gloria Torello, PC meeting 55.00
1476 Duane Hoffman, PC meeting 50.00
1477 Diane Purgiel, treasurer 980.00
1478 Diane Purgiel, reimbursement 87.00
1479 Great Lakes Energy, Hallock & 32 10.32
1480 City of Boyne City, March water sample 14.00
1481 State of Michigan, DEQ 14.00
1482 1482 Jill Kassuba, reimbursement 61.28
1483 1483 Otsego County Equalization Dept, maintenance 123.87
1484 1484 Ralph Robarge, reimb 25.00
1485 1485 Ralph Robarge, attorney meeting 50.00
1486 1486 Gaylord Gas 79.55
1487 1487 Waste Management 53.84
1488 Huff Excavating, April plowing 33.75
1489 Dan Sevenski, hall cleaning 112.50
1490 First National Bank of Gaylord, taxes 641.40
1491 Gaylord Gas, Inc 80.74
1492 Otsego County MSU, Citizen Planner Registration 210.00
1493 MTA, registration Spring District Mtg, Other Peoples Mo 245.00
1494 The University of Michgan, online services 710.00
1495 Centurytel 85.40
1496 Great Lakes Energy 304.15
7,369.10
Leonard made a motion to pay the bills. Seconded by Theresa and carried.
There being no further business to come before the board Diane made a motion to adjourn. Seconded by Theresa and carried. Meeting adjourned at 9:15 p.m..
ELMIRA TOWNSHIP
COUNTY OF OTSEGO
ELMIRA, MICHGIAN
APRIL 10, 2003
A regular meeting of the Elmira Township board was held on April 10, 2003 at the Elmira Township hall commencing at 7:00 p.m. with Supervisor, Ralph Robarge calling the meeting to order with the Pledge of Allegiance.
Members in attendance were Supervisor, Ralph Robarge, Clerk, Susan Schaedig, Treasurer, Diane Purgiel, Trustee, Leonard Skop and Trustee, Theresa Plachta. Assessor, Jill Kassuba and three residents also attended the meeting.minutes.htm
PUBLIC COMMENT:
Bob Brown asked to place the rescinding of the Trash Pickup Ordinance on the agenda.
The minutes were accepted as presented.
READING OF THE BILLS:
1434 Jill Kassuba, Assessor 55.12
1435 Pat & Bud’s, BOR lunch 28.19
1436 Waste Management 54.66
1437 Otsego County Equalization Dept 88.13
1438 Gaylord Gas, Inc. 175.14
1439 Herald Times, minutes & billboard ordinance 313.85
1440 Huff Excavating, snowplowing 78.75
1441 Diane Purgiel, reimb 72.09
1442 WalMart Community 61.89
1443 Great Lakes Energy 41.27
1444 Theresa Plachta, trustee 160.00
1445 Suzzanne Bannister, PC meeting & class 160.00
1446 Susan Schaedig, Clerk 870.00
1447 Ron Geiger, Liquor insp & ordinance officer 158.71
1448 Roderick Wright, BOR 50.00
1449 Ralph Robarge, Supervisor 651.16
1450 Leonard Skop, Trustee 160.00
1451 John Wiacek, Jr, PC meeting 50.00
1452 Jill Kassuba, Assessor 1,326.16
1453 Gloria Torello, PC meeting 55.00
1454 Eugene Fleming, BOR meeting 50.00
1455 Diane Purgiel, Treasurer 870.00
1456 Cynthia Prusakiewicz, BOR meeting 50.00
1457 Suzzanne Bannister, reimb reg, mileage, meal 209.78
1458 Dan Sevenski, hall cleaning 112.50
1459 Brian Dowker, hall dep reimb 50.00
1460 First National Bank of Gaylord, taxes 651.67
1461 Young, Graham & Elsenheimer, PC, Fire Charge Ord 72.00
1462 Ralph Robarge, reimb 25.00
1463 CenturyTel 91.85
1464 1464 Great Lakes Energy 294.65
7,087.57
Leonard made a motion to pay the bills. Seconded by Theresa and carried.
TREASURER’S REPORT:
101-117 CD 97.443.37
101001 General Fund 60,901.62
Gen Fund CD 101,038.29
Fire Authority 108,817.85
The Municipal Finance Act requires the township to sign papers yearly to qualify for monies. The board needs to inquire into this issue.
ASSESSOR’S REPORT:
Jill reported that she is maintaining the roll and updated the board on the Norbert Skibinski Tax Tribunal case. She discussed her contract with the board.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
Theresa is looking for information or suggestions for the Township web site.
The Planning Commission meeting will be held on Tuesday, April 22, 2003 at 7:00 p.m. at Elmira Township hall. Everyone is invited to attend.
Ralph checked with Mr. Kerr to confirm the cost at $1.00 per parcel for the Mapping and Aerial System for Elmira Township approved by the board in March.
Sue read a letter from the Metro Authority stating that they had received a copy of the resolution and ordinance of the Metro Act. This notification makes the township eligible to receive fees to be distributed to municipalities.
The Trash Pick-Up Ordinance was discussed. Theresa suggested that the board wait until the July meeting and if there is no further interest it is the board’s intention to rescind the Ordinance at that time. Leonard and Ralph will meet with the attorney and obtain the proper procedure in writing for the rescinding of the Ordinance.
Board members are continuing to search for tables to purchase for the hall.
NEW BUSINESS:
Jill requested a five to ten percent increase in her salary for the 2003-2004 assessor’s contract.
Leonard made a motion to offer Jill a three percent increase.
Discussion followed. Since the township will be collecting summer taxes there will be an increase in work for the assessor including the July Board of Revue.
Diane made a motion to increase the assessor’s salary five percent for the 2003-2004 contract. Seconded by Theresa and carried. Ralph and Leonard voted no on the issue.
David Carson was notified by the State that water sampling, reports etc have to be done an on annual basis. Therefore he has offered to lower the yearly fee from $250.00 to $100.00.
Leonard made a motion to accept David Carson’s water sampling contract at $l00.00 for the yearly fee and additional work fees to remain at $40.00 per visit or $25.00/hr for an extended visit. Seconded by Theresa and carried unanimously.
Attorney Brian Graham reviewed the Fire Charge Ordinance and recommended it be amended to include structures. There was board discussion. Ralph and Leonard will meet with Brian and have him prepare a draft. The Fire Authority will have the responsibility of collecting the fees generated by the Ordinance.
Ralph received information from Black Forest Co. in regards to a flag and sign.
The township flag would cost about $791.00. No decision made.
The board discussed the possibility of an overseer at the hall during parties.
Sue made a motion to pay registration fees and wages for any board member to attend the Spring District Meeting(Treetops-May 15) Other People’s Money(Treetops-June 5) or Telecomm on April 25 at M-Tec. Seconded by Diane and carried unanimously.
Diane and Sue informed the board of the complaints about the playground equipment coming apart.
The board gave Diane permission to have a distinctive ring on her telephone and the cost to be paid by the township.
There being no further business to come before the board Sue made a motion to adjourn. Seconded by Diane and carried unanimously. Meeting adjourned at 10:05 p.m.
ELMIRA TOWNSHIP MEETING MINUTES
COUNTY OF OTSEGO
ELMIRA, MICHIGAN
MARCH 13, 2003
A regular meeting of the Elmira Township board was held on March 13, 2003 at the Elmira Township hall commencing at 7:00 p.m. with Supervisor, Ralph Robarge calling the meeting to order with the Pledge of Allegiance.
Members attending were Supervisor, Ralph Robarge, Clerk, Susan Schaedig, Treasurer, Diane Purgiel, Trustees Leonard Skop and Theresa Plachta. Assessor, Jill Kassuba, Ordinance Officer, Ron Geiger, Commissioner, Al Bentz and several residents were also in attendance.
PUBLIC COMMENT:
Residents commented on road conditions of North Townline and North Camp Ten. Al Bentz gave a brief report.
The minutes were accepted as corrected.
TREASURER’S REPORT:
CD 97,443.37
GEN FUND 69,660.18
GEN FUND CD 101,038.29
TAX ACCOUNT 5,503.49
PLANNING COMMISSION REPORT:
Diane read the minutes of the PC and the amended Billboard Ordinance.
Diane made a motion in the form of a resolution to accept Ordinance #1 of 2003 which amends the Elmira Township Billboard Ordinance, Being Ordinance No. 1 of 2001. Seconded by Leonard Skop.
AYES: Ralph, Susan, Diane, Theresa, Leonard
NAYES: None ABSENT: None
The board reviewed the Billboard Permit Application and the fee schedule.
Leonard made a motion in the form of a resolution to accept the fee schedule for Billboard permits. Seconded by Theresa and carried.
AYES: Ralph, Susan, Diane, Theresa, Leonard
NAYES: None ABSENT: None
Gloria Torello extended an invitation to any resident to attend the planning meetings. The April meeting will be held on April 22, 2003 at 7:00 p.m..
ASSESSOR’S REPORT:
Assessment Roll is complete and balanced thus far with Equalization. March BOR will reconvene on 3-17-03 for closing signatures. Total Protesters were 25 residential and 12 personal property. Final ratios: Ag 49.92; Res 49.17 and Comm 49.18. Parcel Count 1494. Ending taxable value estimated at 55,305,939. Over 1452 assessment change notices were mailed.
No Land Divisions.
ORDINANCE OFFICER REPORT:
Ron reported that he is continuing to resolve two complaints.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
Ralph and Leonard met with Mr. Graham and reviewed in depth the options to consider about the curbside garbage pick up. After much discussion, they hereby recommend that the township board not pursue.
Diane suggested that the board rescind the Trash Pick Up Ordinance. The board decided to table this issue for a while to see if there is any interest of any resident in pursuing this matter.
Diane made a motion not to pursue the curbside trash pick up but leave it to those who are in favor to petition the township if they so choose. They would have to collect over 50% of signatures of the affected property owners before continuing on. Seconded by Theresa and carried.
Leonard made a motion to adopt the Metro Act Resolution. Seconded by Diane and carried.
AYES: Ralph, Susan, Diane, Leonard, Theresa NAYES: None
NEW BUSINESS:
Diane read a letter from William Kerr, Equalization Director who is proposing a mapping and aerial project that will include all townships. The board discussed the proposal. Diane made a motion to participate in the 2003 Mapping and Aerials Project for Elmira Township at a $1.00 per parcel. Seconded by Leonard and carried. Ralph will contact Bill to obtain a firm figure on this project.
The Township Association meeting will be held on March 18, 2003 at the Elmira Township hall at 7:00 p.m.. There will be a presentation by the MSU Victor Land Use Institute and MSU Extension on an opportunity to undertake a comprehensive community-wide planning effort.
Diane made a motion to recess at 8:20 p.m. Seconded by Theresa and carried.
Meeting was called back to order at 8:45 p.m..
The board discussed the budget for 2003-2004.
Sue made a motion to adopt the 2003-2004 budget for Elmira Township. Seconded by Leonard and carried.
Sue made a motion to allow Diane to attend the MTA class on summer tax collection. Registration, mileage, wages and meal to be paid by the township. Seconded by Leonard and carried.
Sue made a motion to amend the General Fund Treasurer $1,318.00 to come from Fund Balance. Seconded by Leonard and carried.
Sue made a motion to amend the General Fund Clerk $297.00 to come from Fund Balance. Seconded by Leonard and carried.
Sue made a motion to amend the General Fund Township Board $435.00 to come from Fund Balance. Seconded by Leonard and carried.
READING OF THE BILLS:
1382 Roderick Wright, BOR $300.00
1383 1383 VOID
1384 1384 Theresa Plachta, Trustee $110.00
1385 1385 Suzzane Bannister, Planning Commission $ 50.00
1386 1386 Susan Schaedig, Clerk $796.12
1387 1387 Sandra Purgiel, Treasurer Assistance $137.50
1388 1388 Ron Geiger, ordinance officer, Liquor Inspector $158.79
1389 1389 Ralph Robarge, Supervisor $803.74
1390 1390 Leonard Skop, Trustee $220.00
1391 1391 John Wiacek, Jr., Planning Commission $ 50.00
1392 1392 John Ernst, Planning Commission $ 50.00
1393 1393 Jill Kassuba, Assessor 1,376.24
1394 1394 Gloria Torello, Planning Commission $ 55.00
1395 1395 Eugene Fleming, BOR $300.00
1396 1396 Duane Hoffman, Planning Commission $ 50.00
1397 1397 Diane Purgiel, Treasurer $796.12
1398 1398 Cynthia Prusakiewicz, BOR $300.00
1399 1399 United States Postal Service $ 74.00
1400 1400 United States Postal Service $ 37.00
1401 1401 Gaylord Gas $131.32
1402 1402 Diane Purgiel, reimb $ 45.17
1403 1403 Jill Kassuba, reimb $168.37
1404 1404 Ralph Robarge, reimb fax and computer $ 25.00
1405 1405 VOID
1406 1406 Sam Makarewicz, hall dep refund $ 50.00
1407 1407 State of Michigan, boiler inspection fee $ 65.00
1408 1408 Young, Graham & Elsenhiemer $300.15
1409 1409 Otsego County Equalization Dept $305.93
1410 1410 Huff Excavating, snowplowing $135.00
1411 1411 Great Lakes Energy, Hallock & M32 $ 10.32
1412 1412 Dunn’s Business Solutions, toner, rubber stamp $146.97
1413 1413 Otsego County Officer’s Association, dues $450.00
1414 1414 Waste Management $ 54.15
1415 1415 Susan Schaedig, Fire Authority $300.00
1416 1416 Ralph Robarge, reimb lunch BOR $ 30.00
1417 1417 Diane Purgiel, Fire Authority $300.00
1418 1418 VOID
1419 1419 Young, Graham & Elsenheimer $ 73.65
1420 1420 VOID
1421 1421 Theresa Plachta, Township Ass’n Meeting $ 50.00
1422 1422 Susan Schaedig, Fire Authority $900.00
1423 1423 Diane Purgiel, Fire Authority $300.00
1424 1424 Dan Sevenski, hall cleaning $187.50
1425 1425 Jill Kassuba, mileage $ 83.16
1426 1426 VOID
1427 1427 Glen’s Market, Township Ass’n meeting $ 89.98
1428 1428 CenturyTel $ 86.03
1429 1429 Theresa Plachta, reimb Twp Ass’n meeting $ 57.64
1430 1430 First National Bank of Gaylord, March taxes 1,163.85
1431 1431 Great Lakes Energy $377.19
1432 1432 John Wiacek, Jr. $ 50.00
1433 1433 State of Michigan, Jan, Feb, March taxes $691.96
12,292.85
Leonard made a motion to pay the bills. Seconded by Diane and carried.
There being no further business to come before the board Theresa made a motion to adjourn. Seconded by Sue and carried. Meeting adjourned at 10:05 p.m..
ELMIRA TOWNSHIP MEETING MINUTES
COUNTY OF OTSEGO
ELMIRA, MICHIGAN
FEBRUARY 13, 2003
A regular meeting of the Elmira Township board was held on February 13, 2003 at the Elmira Township hall commencing at 7:00 p.m. with Supervisor, Ralph Robarge calling the meeting to order with the Pledge of Allegiance.
All members were in attendance and four residents in the audience.
PUBLIC COMMENT:
There was a brief discussion of the temporary wind monitoring tower in Elmira Township.
Theresa made a motion to approve the minutes as corrected. A total of $15,000.00 was approved by the board to allow PC expenditures for the Master Plan and the closed session was for the purpose of discussing the Lamar issue with the township attorney. Seconded by Diane and carried unanimously.
READING OF THE BILLS:
1349 Theresa Plachta, trustee 600.00
1350 Suzzane Bannister, PC meeting 50.00
1351 Susan Schaedig, Clerk 796.08
1352 Sandra Purgiel 85.00
1353 Ron Geiger, ordinance officer, liquor inspector 158.71
1354 Ralph Robarge, Supv 1,073.66
1355 Leonard Skop, trustee 160.00
1356 John Wiacek, Jr., PC meeting 50.00
1357 John Ernst, PC meeting 50.00
1358 Jill Kassuba, assessor 1,326.16
1359 Gloria Torello, PC meeting 55.00
1360 Duane Hoffman, PC meeting 50.00
1361 1361 VOID
1362 1362 Ralph Robarge, reimb 25.00
1363 1363 Great Lakes Energy 10.45
1364 1364 Waste Management 53.95
1365 1365 Carquest, cleaning supplies 37.60
1366 1366 Young, Graham & Elsenheimer PC 60.00
1367 1367 Huff Excavating, snowplowing 213.75
1368 1368 Gaylord Gas, Inc 301.05
1369 1369 Diane Purgiel, reimb 235.86
1370 1370 Susan Schaedig, reimb 8.65
1371 1371 BS & A Software, Equalizer tax program 420.00
1372 1372 Otsego County Equalization Dept 114.69
1373 1373 Ralph Robarge, reimb room charges convention 1,131.28
1374 1374 Dan Sevenski, hall cleaning 87.50
1375 1375 Diane Purgiel, Treasurer 1,236.08
1376 1376 First Nat’l Bank of Gaylord, taxes 678.75
1377 1377 Jill Kassuba, reimb 46.62
1378 1378 Centurytel 86.05
1379 1389 Great Lakes Energy 284.67
1380 1380 U.S. Postal Service 518.00
1381 1381 U.S. Postal Service 74.00
10,078.56
Theresa made a motion to pay the bills. Seconded by Diane and carried unanimously.
TREASURER’S REPORT:
CD 3.25% 97,443.37
Gen Fund 76,739.08
Gen Fund CD 58,922.44
$233,104.89
Fire Authority $22,996.30
Tax Acct $385,821.80
Leonard made a motion to accept an agreement with Otsego County for services performed by the Equalization Department from April 1, 2003 through March 31, 2004. Monthly fee will be $1.00 per parcel for monthly maintenance, .32 for personal property statements, summer SET tax billing .55 and assessment change notice .15.
Seconded by Theresa and carried unanimously.
Diane read a letter from Jon Jenkins informing the board of his personal concern in regard to the trash removal service. It is his desire that this service not be forced upon property owners and he will not use it.
ASSESSOR’S REPORT:
Jill continues to work on the roll.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
Board of Review dates are: March 04, 2003, organizational meeting-9:30 a.m..
March 10, 2003 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. March 11, 2003 2:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m..
Leonard made a motion to reappoint John Ernst to the Otsego County Planning Commission. Seconded by Sue and carried unanimously.
The board briefly discussed trash pickup. Arrow Sanitation has offered a pre-paid bag system. Matter tabled until a later date.
NEW BUSINESS:
The Road Commission will hold their annual meeting with the township on March 06, 2003 at 10:00 a.m.
Township attorney, Kevin Elsenheimer highly recommends adoption of a resolution of implementation of the Metropolitan Extension Telecommunications Rights-of-Way Oversight Act(Metro Act). This Act is intended to bring additional funds to townships for allowing public rights-of-way to be used by telecommunications providers.
Issue was tabled. Ralph will speak with Kevin to ask about distribution and a copy of the act.
Theresa explained the Gypsy Moth Program and the spray areas in Elmira Township.
The board discussed the possible Elmira-Warner School closing. It is not an issue for the Elmira Township board and therefore no action was taken.
A letter from NEMCOG stated that they are currently in the process of gathering information and developing community profiles to adopt a Hazard Mitigation Plan. Township representatives are highly encouraged to attend meetings with the Local Emergency Planning Committees (LEPC) and to fill out the questionnaire to aid in the planning.
Leonard made a motion to adopt the Poverty Guidelines Resolution for filings in the current or immediately preceding year. Seconded by Diane and carried unanimously.
AYES: Diane Purgiel, Susan Schaedig, Leonard Skop, Theresa Plachta, Ralph Robarge
NAYES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
The board discussed the cost of a township flag($300 to $500) and revision of hall rental rates.
Diane made a motion to pay $11.00 per hour to aid the Fire-Authority administrator with paperwork. Seconded by Theresa and carried unanimously.
Leonard made a motion to pay the Clerk $200.00 and the Treasurer $100.00 for the administration of the Fire Authority from October 2002 through March of 2003. Seconded by Theresa and carried unanimously.
Sue made a motion to amend the General Fund-Elections $146.00 to come from the Fund Balance. Seconded by Leonard and carried unanimously.
Sue made a motion to amend the General Fund- Highways $46,212.00 to come from the Fund Balance. Seconded by Leonard and carried unanimously.
Sue made a motion to amend the General Fund-Township Hall $14,845.35 to come from the Fund Balance. Seconded by Leonard and carried unanimously.
Leonard made a motion to adopt the Salary Resolution for the Treasurer from April 1, 2003 through March 31, 2004 as follows: $9,840.00 and an additional $5,000.00 for the collection of summer taxes *if the township reverts back to only one tax collection, the Treasurer shall not receive the summer collection salary. Seconded by Theresa and carried.
AYES: Ralph Robarge, Susan Schaedig, Leonard Skop, Theresa Plachta, Diane Purgiel
NAYES: NONE ABSENT: NONE
Diane made a motion to adopt the Salary Resolution for the Trustees from April 1, 2003 through March 31, 2004 as follows: $1,360.00. Seconded by Sue and carried.
AYES: Ralph Robarge, Susan Schaedig, Leonard Skop, Theresa Plachta, Diane Purgiel
NAYES: NONE ABSENT: NONE
Diane made a motion to adopt the Salary Resolution for the Clerk from April 1, 2003 through March 31, 2004 as follows: $9,840.00. Seconded by Theresa and carried.
AYES: Ralph Robarge, Susan Schaedig, Leonard Skop, Theresa Plachta, Diane Purgiel
NAYES: NONE ABSENT: NONE
Leonard made a motion to adopt the Salary Resolution for the Supervisor from April l, 2003 through March 31, 2004 as follows: $7,214.00. Seconded by Theresa and carried.
AYES: Susan Schaedig, Leonard Skop, Diane Purgiel, Theresa Plachta, Ralph Robarge
NAYES: NONE ABSENT: NONE
Sue made a motion to send no tax receipts other than personal property as of July 01, 2003. Seconded by Theresa and carried unanimously.
Sue made a motion to pay the person handling hall rentals $25.00 per hall rental(wedding parties, receptions, business meetings, showers) weekly and long term rentals excluded. Seconded by Theresa and carried unanimously.
The next Township Association meeting will be held at Elmira on March 18, 2003 at 7:00 p.m.
There being no further business to come before the board Theresa made a motion to adjourn. Seconded by Sue and carried unanimously. Meeting adjourned at 10:40 p.m..
ELMIRA TOWNSHIP MEETING MINUTES
COUNTY OF OTSEGO
ELMIRA, MICHIGAN
JANUARY 9, 2003
A regular meeting of the Elmira Township board was held on January 9, 2003 at the Elmira Township hall commencing at 7:00 p.m. with Supervisor, Ralph Robarge calling the meeting to order with the Pledge of Allegiance.
Members in attendance were Supervisor, Ralph Robarge, Clerk, Susan Schaedig, Treasuer, Diane Purgiel, Trustees Leonard Skop and Theresa Plachta. Others in attendance were Ron Geiger, Bob and Jean Brown, Jill Kassuba, Al Bentz, Attorney Mulvihill and other residents.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
Bob Brown commented that he was concerned and would like the board to rescind the garbage ordinance in its entirety.
Jason of Arrow Sanitation stated that his company was interested in servicing Elmira Township for curbside pickup. He will put together different plans and pricing for the board to consider.
The curb side trash pickup issue will be discussed at a later meeting.
READING OF THE BILLS:
1313 Jeffrey Purgiel, Deputy Treasurer 80.00
1314 Theresa Plachta, trustee 220.00
1315 Susan Schaedig, Clerk 906.08
1316 Sandra Purgiel, assist treasurer 92.50
1317 Ron Geiger, ordinance officer, liquor inspector 158.71
1318 Ralph Robarge, Supervisor 693.66
1319 Leonard Skop, trustee 220.00
1320 Jill Kassuba, assessor 1,406.16
1321 Diane Purgiel, treasurer 906.08
1322 Jill Kassuba, reimb 125.22
1323 Great Lakes Energy 10.45
1324 Ralph Robarge, reimb 54.42
1325 Michigan Townships Association, BOR registration 245.00
1326 Susan Schaedig, reimb 16.82
327 Waste Management 53.66
1328 United States Postal Service, postage 37.00
1329 United States Postal Service, postage 111.00
1330 United States Postal Service, postage 37.00
1331 Gaylord Gas 111.15
1332 Otsego County Data Processing 88.13
1333 Diane Purgiel, reimb 48.41
1334 Dunn’s Business Solutions, office supplies 28.96
1335 Young, Graham & Elsenheimer, P.C. 164.95
1336 Huff Excavating, snowplowing 90.00
1337 Dan Sevenski, hall cleaning 93.75
1338 First National Bank of Gaylord, Jan taxes 557.54
1339 VOID
1340 Ralph Robarge, meal stipend convention 100.00
1341 Diane Purgiel, meal stipend convention 100.00
1342 Theresa Plachta, meal stipend convention 100.00
1343 United States Postal Service, postage 111.00
1344 Great Lakes Energy 276.95
1345 Century Tel 86.16
1346 State of Michigan, quarterly taxes 668.86
1347 VOID
1348 Dawn Detzler, hall dep refund 50.00
8,049.62
Diane made a motion to pay the bills, seconded by Leonard and carried unanimously.
TREASURER’S REPORT:
101-117 CD 97,443.37
Gen Fund First Nat’l 66,964.11
Gen Fund CD 53,306.52
Elmira-Warner Fire Authority 8,034.08
Tax Account First Nat’l 241,377.28
Diane stated that Bill Kerr has increased the base cost of service from .75 to a 1.00.
The treasurer will continue to send receipts with the tax bills.
PLANNING COMMISSION:
Leonard made a motion to allow the PC to engage the services of MC Planning & Design to prepare the Elmira Township Master Plan at a cost not to exceed $9,250. Seconded by Theresa and carried unanimously.
Diane made a motion to allow the PC to handle the Billboard ordinance. Seconded by Theresa and carried unanimously.
ASSESSOR’S REPORT:
Jill is still reviewing study information compiled by the Equalization Dept. Our current ratio of Residential is 47.23, Commercial is 45.08 and Agricultural is 42.27.
December BOR is closed. There were 28 total corrections. There were 80 personal property statements sent out.
Land Divisions: Franckowiak 060-030-300-030-07 approved
Godlewski 060-034-200-005-00 approved
ORDINANCE REPORT:
Ron received a complaint in December on unlicensed vehicles. He is awaiting approval of a mortgage on the foreclosed complaint.
NEW BUSINESS:
Diane wishes to resign from the Planning Commission. A township board member has to be appointed. No action taken at this time.
The Township Association meeting will be held on January 21, 2003 at Corwith Township hall at 7:00 p.m.. A county forum will follow the regular meeting. Elmira will host the March 18th meeting.
John Ernst’s appointment to the Otsego County Planning Commission expires on March 10, 2003. Action was tabled.
Sue made a motion to allow $100.00 for meals, per diem and mileage for the MTA convention. Seconded by Theresa and carried unanimously.
Leonard made a motion to close the open session of the meeting. Seconded by Theresa. Ayes: Ralph Robarge, Susan Schaedig, Diane Purgiel, Theresa Plachta, Leonard Skop Nayes: None Meeting closed at 8:05 p.m..
Open meeting reopened at 8:49 p.m.
There being no further business to come before the board Diane made a motion to adjourn. Seconded by Leonard and carried. Meeting adjourned at 8:50 p.m.
Susan Schaedig, Clerk
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