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ELMIRA TOWNSHIP
OTSEGO COUNTY
ELMIRA, MICHIGAN
December 9, 2004
A regular meeting of the Elmira Township Board was held on December 9, 2004 at the Elmira Township hall commencing at 7:00 p.m. with Supervisor, Diane Franckowiak calling the meeting to order with the Pledge of Allegiance.
Members in attendance were Supervisor, Diane Franckowiak, Clerk, Susan Schaedig, Treasurer, Diane Purgiel and Trustee, Leonard Skop. Trustee, Theresa Plachta was excused. Township residents also attending were Ron Geiger, Al Bentz, Don Cherry and Sean Mason.
Leonard made a motion to accept the minutes as read. Seconded by Sue and carried.
ORDINANCE OFFICER’S REPORT:
Ron reported that he had mailed a notice of violation by certified mail on December 3, 2004 and thus far had not received a notice of delivery. Sue will contact Dorothy Layman asking for direction on this matter.
He has received a complaint on Camp Ten Road.
FIRE AUTHORITY REPORT:
As Supervisor, Diane Franckowiak is serving as a representative for Elmira Township on the Elmira-Warner Fire Authority and is also a member of the Fire Department. She checked with MTA and can legally do this. The board has no objection as to her representing Elmira Township.
Diane reported that the By-Laws were amended to have the authority’s budget year from January through December. She explained that this will work better according to when the Authority receives their funds.
Lee Curry’s one year appointment is up. Diane will contact Lee. He has not attended consistently and she would like to replace him on the Authority. Carl Essenmacher’s appointment is up in the fall of 2005.
Lee was appointed for a one year term in September, 2002 and has never been re-appointed by the board. The board will address this appointment at the January meeting.
She stated that Matt continues to work on a grant for a rescue vehicle.
TREASURER’S REPORT:
CD’s 95,024.16 & 64,000.00 Gen Fund 90,139.14 TOTAL 249,163.30
Diane reported that the tax bills had to be reprinted because of errors and there were still a few errors after the reprinting.
PLANNING COMMISSION REPORT:
Diane Purgiel reported that the PC approved the Master Plan with amendments. The PC will the leave the size of billboards at 72 square feet. Other ordinances were checked and they are 80 square feet which is not far off from Elmira’s.
Diane reminded the board that she will no longer be Elmira board’s representative on the Planning Commission. A new member will be appointed at the January meeting.
The next Otsego County Planning Commission meeting will be held on December 20, 2004 at 7:00 p.m. at the University Center.
ASSESSOR’S REPORT:
Jill reported that the July BOR was not picked up.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
Diane Franckowiak spoke with Craig Howell in regard to the Gaylord Gas refund. He stated he would not charge a fee for picking up the gas tank and is charging a restock fee of .40 per gallon. This was not made clear at an earlier board meeting and the board made a decision to change suppliers based on the information they had received at that time. Total credit for the gas in the tank was 974.25. Gaylord Gas will only refund 746.69. The difference being 227.56.
Leonard made a motion to accept the refund of 746.69 from Gaylord Gas. Seconded by Diane and carried.
NEW BUSINESS:
Sue made a motion to appoint Eugene Fleming, Rocky Wright and Cynthia Prusakiewicz to the Elmira Township Board of Review. Seconded by Leonard and carried unanimously.
Sue made a motion to amend the general fund Cemetery $919.87 to come from the Fund Balance. Seconed by Diane Purgiel and carried unanimously.
Sue made a motion to correct the L-4029, Line 11, voted fire operating millage to 1.000 mill to be levied December 1. Seconded by Leonard and carried.
Diane Franckowiak made a motion to renew the Sam’s Club membership. Seconded by Leonard and carried.
Sue made a motion pay the registration fees and wages for Board of Review members, the Supervisor and Assessor to attend Board of Review training in February. Seconded by Leonard and carried.
PUBLIC COMMENT:
Al Bentz stated that the Board of Health passed a regulation to have smoking banned in all public facilities.
READING OF THE BILLS:
2173 Diane Franckowiak, Supv salary 711.16
2175 Susan Schaedig, Clerk’s salary 820.00
2176 Diane Franckowiak, reimb 136.18
2177 Diane Purgiel, Treasurer’s salary 870.00
2178 Diane Purgiel, reimb 62.85
2179 Leonard Skop, trustee 110.00
2180 Jill Kassuba, assessor’s salary 1,392.43
2181 Jill Kassuba, reimb 280.47
2182 United States Post Office, postage 111.00
2183 Dan Sevenski, hall cleaning 112.50
2184 Leonard Skop, reimb postage 3.36
2185 Ron Geiger, ordinance officer, liquor inspector 163.52
2186 Gloria Torello, PC meeting 55.00
2187 James Theisen, PC meeting 50.00
2188 Duane Hoffman, PC meeting 50.00
2189 Young, Graham & Elsenheimer 62.50
2190 Gillespie Lawn Care 50.00
2191 Dunn’s Business Solutions 85.01
2192 Wal Mart 36.65
2193 Great Lakes Energy 18.62
2194 Waste Management 61.18
2195 Warner Township, Maple Hill Cemetery 3,050.00
2196 Theresa Plachta, trustee 110.00
2197 Century Telephone 87.22
2198 Great Lakes Energy 275.27
2199 Rick Smithling, hall deposit reimbursement 50.00
2200 Diane Purgiel, reimb 60.00
2201 Michigan Township Association, registration BOR-Feb 220.00
2202 United States Post Office, stamps 185.00
2203 Independent Bank, Dec taxes 731.72
2204 State of Michigan, Oct, Nov, Dec taxes 540.65
10,552.29
Leonard made a motion to pay the bills. Seconded by Diane Purgiel and carried.
There being no further business to come before the board Leonard made a motion to adjourn. Seconded by Diane Purgiel and carried. Meeting adjourned at 8:26 p.m..
Susan Schaedig, Clerk
ELMIRA TOWNSHIP
COUNTY OF OTSEGO
ELMIRA, MICHIGAN
November 11, 2004
A regular meeting of the Elmira Township Board was held on November 11, 2004 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, Trustee, Leonard Skop and Trustee, Theresa Plachta. Others in attendance were Bob & Jean Brown, Diane Franckowiak, John Ernst, Jeff Purgiel, Assessor, Jill Kassuba and Ron Geiger.
Diane made a motion to accept the minutes as presented. Seconded by Theresa and carried unanimously.
TREASURER’S REPORT:
Diane reported that she had closed out one CD and rolled it into the general fund until November 14, 2004 and then put it into another CD.
Theresa made a motion to accept a Full Service Maintenance Agreement from Dunn’s for the Savin 9918 DPE Digital Copier billed at .022 per document, 2,000 minimum per quarter or $44.00 per quarter. Seconded by Leonard and carried.
101-119 CD @1.80 103,115.07 101-001 Gen Fund 154,166.05 = 257,281.12
Diane went over the changes the Planning Commission made to their By-Laws.
Diane made a motion in the form of a resolution to accept the revision to the Planning Commission By-Laws(Article II, Officers of the Commission, provides for duties and position descriptions). Seconded by Theresa and carried unanimously.
AYES: Ralph Robarge, Susan Schaedig, Diane Purgiel, Theresa Plachta, Leonard Skop
NAYES: None ABSENT: None
ASSESSOR’S REPORT:
Jill reported the ratios for next years assessment roll as follows: Residential 47.73
Commercial 48.42 Agricultural 42.24
Jill stated that she has prepared her first set of interrogatories vs Wolverine Power for the Tax Tribunal. Elmira Township has been put in abeyance. She may need $25.00 to file a motion with the State Tax Tribunal.
Leonard made a motion to issue a check for $25.00 to file a motion with the State in the Wolverine Power case if needed. Seconded by Diane and carried unanimously.
ORDINANCE OFFICER’S REPORT:
Ron reported that Northern Land did not accept his certified mail and hasn’t heard anything from them. He plans on issuing a citation.
Ron stated that Jerry is cooperating.
Diane asked Ron if he would be interested in enforcing the Bill Board Ordinance. She will get back with him.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
The board discussed the Gaylord Gas charges and credits. Sue will contact the manager and find out where the Township stands currently. The board discussed taking Gaylord Gas to small claims court.
Leonard made a motion to take Gaylord Gas to small claims court in order to receive money back from having the gas removed from a full tank at the township hall. Seconded by Diane and carried unanimously.
Diane made a motion to pay fees and wages for the New Officials Training. Seconded by Theresa and carried unanimously.
The Elmira Township Board of Revue members terms are up in December. Appointments need to be made in January.
Bob Brown inquired about Eagle Point’s Special Use Permit’s stipulation stating that a light was to be placed at their entrance on M-32. John Ernst will check into the situation.
The Michigan Township’s Association Recognition dinner will be held on November 30, 2004 at 6:00 p.m. at Corwith Township Hall.
John Ernst, Ralph Robarge and Richard Edmonds met with Jim and John Zaremba to aid them in solving the problems and paper work in rebuilding their business in Elmira. The meeting was positive and came about when the Planning Commission held their hearing on the Master Plan on November 3, 2004 and the Zarembas raised questions concerning rebuilding on their old site.
READING OF THE BILLS:
2136 Ralph Robarge, Supervisor’s Salary 651.16
2137 Ralph Robarge, reimb use of fax & computer 25.00
2138 Susan Schaedig, Clerk’s Salary 870.00
2139 Susan Schaedig, reimb 28.80
2140 Diane Purgiel, Treasurer’s Salary 920.00
2141 0Diane Purgiel, reimb 74.34
2142 Leonard Skop, Trustee 210.00
2143 Theresa Plachta, Trustee 210.00
2144 Jill Kassuba, assessor’s wages 1,392.43
2145 Dan Sevenski, hall cleaning 237.50
2146 Ron Geiger, Ordinance Officer 163.52
2147 John Ernst, Master Plan Hearing 50.00
2148 Gloria Torello, Master Plan Hearing, PC meeting 110.00
2149 Duane Hoffman, Master Plan Hearing, PC meeting 100.00
2150 Jack Middleton, Master Plan Hearing 50.00
2151 James Theisen, Master Plan Hearing, PC meeting 100.00
2152 Doreen Ostrander, Election inspector 202.50
2153 Janelle Crawford, election inspector 161.50
2154 Margaret Hall, election inspector 161.50
2155 Dennis Schlak, election inspector 161.50
2156 Patricia Robarge, election inspector 161.50
2157 B’s Family Café 30.58
2158 Herald Times 105.39
2159 Great Lakes Energy 18.62
2160 Waste Management 61.18
2161 Susan Schaedig, reimb 23.98
2162 Elmira Township 54,000.00
2163 Diane Purgiel, reimb 17.48
2164 Crossroads Industries, Inc 270.69
2165 Holton’s LP Gas, Inc. 99.46
2166 Great Lakes Energy 281.65
2167 USPO 74.00
2168 CenturyTel 79.10
2169 Michigan Assessor’s Association, dues 75.00
2170 Michigan Township’s Association, convention regs 451.00
2171 Independent Bank, Nov taxes 729.29
62,358.67
Theresa made a motion to pay the bills. Seconded by Diane and carried unanimously.
There being no further business to come before the board Diane made a motion to adjourn. Seconded by Leonard and carried. Meeting adjourned at 7:54 p.m..
Susan Schaedig, Clerk
ELMIRA TOWNSHIP
COUNTY OF OTSEGO
ELMIRA, MICHGIAN
OCTOBER 14, 2004
A regular meeting of the Elmira Township board was held on October 14, 2004 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 in attendance were Ron Geiger, Jill Kassuba, Al Bentz and Diane Franckowiak.
Leonard made a motion to accept the minutes as presented. Seconded by Diane and carried unanimously.
Al Bentz informed the board of various meetings that were being held on issues of interest to the township.
TREASURER’S REPORT:
CD 103,115.07 Gen Fund Independent Bank 56,709.73 Gen Fund CD 84,128.44
Diane made a motion in the form of a resolution to authorize the Treasurer and Clerk on behalf of Elmira Township at any financial institution to: open and maintain depository accounts of the Township, sign checks or other orders for the payment of money, withdraw funds from the accounts, endorse and deposit negotiable instruments or other orders for the payment of money and to allow the Treasurer alone to authorize the electronic, telephone or wire transfers to or from these accounts. Seconded by Susan Schaedig and carried unanimously.
AYES: RALPH ROBARGE, SUSAN SCHAEDIG, DIANE PURGIEL, LEONARD SKOP, THERESA PLACHTA
NAYES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
Diane made a motion in the form of a resolution to designate Independent Bank as a depository bank for Elmira Township subject to the Bank’s terms and conditions governing these accounts, as they may be amended from time to time, and subject to all applicable Federal and State laws and regulations. Two signatures, the Treasurer’s and Clerk’s needed to sign checks or other orders for the payment of money and withdraw money from the accounts. Allow the Treasurer alone to authorize the electronic, telephone or wire transfers to or from these accounts. Seconded by Leonard and carried unanimously.
AYES: RALPH ROBARGE, SUSAN SCHAEDIG, DIANE PURGIEL, LEONARD SKOP, THERESA PLACHTA
NAYES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
Diane stated that she is have problems with taxpayers paying taxes late.
PLANNING COMMISSION:
Leonard made a motion to adopt a resolution in support of the ‘One Vision Land Use Report’. Seconded by Diane and carried unanimously.
AYES: RALPH, SUSAN, DIANE, LEONARD, THERESA
NAYES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
Diane made a motion to hold a public hearing on November ;3, 2004 at 7:00 p.m. at the Township hall for the Elmira Township Master Plan. Seconded by Theresa and carried.
Theresa made a motion to have Crossroads Industries, Inc. print and mail about a 1000 card mailers for an estimated cost of 292.46 for the hearing of the Elmira Township Master Plan. Seconded by Leonard and carried unanimously.
Leonard made a motion to increase the pay for the Planning Commission members from $50.00 per meeting to $100.00 and $130.00 for the secretary. Increase to take effect for the 2005 budget year. Seconded by Sue and carried unanimously.
Theresa has the Master Plan on line.
ASSESSOR’S REPORT:
Jill reported that the Dale Smith case has been resolved to his benefit. She has been preparing for the Wolverine Power Supply Case to be held on November 23, 2004.
ORDINANCE OFFICER’S REPORT:
Ron visited with Dorothy Layman, Otsego County Zoning Enforcement Officer.
She is working with Jerry in Elmira trying to clean up his property and will work with Ron on issuing citations.
Sue read a letter from Dorothy Layman who stated that the District Court is requesting a list of township employees that have permission to issue citations so that badge numbers may be assigned. She is available to meet with the board or attend any meetings to work on resolving zoning issues.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
The gas has been pumped out of the Gaylord Gas tank. T.J. Lancaster attended the September board meeting and stated that the charge for pumping the tank would be $75.00. On 9-28-04 Gaylord Gas pumped out the tank and the Township was charged a $100.00 pump out fee. Another invoice dated 9-30-04 was received in the amount of $375.00($.50 x 375 gallons) for labor to pump the L.P. gas into their bulk tank. Ralph spoke with the manager, Craig on the morning of 10-11-04 and he said he would try to resolve the issue. On 10-14-04 at 10:38 a.m. a credit of $100.00 tank pick up and $75.00($.10 per gallon) restock credit was offered.
The board discussed the L.P. gas pumping charges and decided to pursue the issue further.
The Township has received a copy of the Stipulation and order for dismissal for the Lamar issue from attorney, Gary Rossi.
Ralph thanked Leonard Skop for replacing the broken leg on the picnic table located in the township park.
There will be an Otsego County Economic Alliance Meeting held on October 19th at 5:30 p.m. at the University Center. It will be a growth management roundtable.
The sealing and striping of the parking lot has been completed by Skop’s Asphalt Maintenance.
NEW BUSINESS:
Leonard made a motion make a change to the Policies and Procedures page 4-8, item 4.9(b) Reimbursement Rates, line 1 to the current government rate when the employee uses his or her vehicle. Seconded by Theresa and carried unanimously.
Leonard made a motion to authorize any board member to attend the Michigan Township Convention in January, 2005. The registration fees & hotel rooms to be paid by the Township. Seconded by Sue and carried unanimously.
READING OF THE BILLS:
2101 US Postal Service, election postage 60.00
2102 Ralph Robarge, Supv Salary 626.16
2103 Ralph Robarge, reimb use of fax & computer 25.00
2104 Susan Schaedig, Clerk’s Salary 820.00
2105 Susan Schaedig, reimb 21.00
2106 Diane Purgiel, Treasurer’s Salary 870.00
2107 Diane Purgiel, reimb 132.18
2108 VOID
2109 Leonard Skop, Trustee, Oct mtg 110.00
2110 Theresa Plachta, Trustee, Oct mtg 110.00
2111 Jill Kassuba, Assessor Salary 1,392.43
2112 Dan Sevenski, hall cleaning 125.00
2113 Ron Geiger, Ordinance Officer, Liquor Control 163.52
2114 John Ernst, PC mtg 50.00
2115 Gloria Torello, Secretary PC mtg, Sept 55.00
2116 Duane Hoffman, PC mtgs 300.00
2117 Duane Hoffman, reimb 143.38
2118 Jack Middleton, PC mtg, Sept 50.00
2119 James Theisen, PC mtg, September 50.00
2120 Gillespie Lawn Care 410.00
2121 Great Lakes Energy 49.44
2122 Gaylord Herald Times 60.18
2123 Waste Management 60.40
2124 Keskine, Cook, Miller, Smith & Alexander, LLP, audit 3,480.00
2125 Young, Graham & Elsenheimer 350.00
2126 Holton’s LP Gas 894.85
2127 New Urban News, subscription-Gloria-PC 79.00
2128 State of Michigan, taxes 757.98
2129 Sandy Purgiel, tax bill assistance 45.00
2130 Dunn’s Business Solutions 759.30
2131 Century Tel 79.10
2132 Young, Graham & Elsenheimer PC 500.00
2133 Great Lakes Energy 263.40
2134 Independent Bank, Oct taxes 685.26
2135 US Postal Service, election postage 24.00
13,601.58
Diane had her copier serviced and Dunn’s was under the assumption that it was under contract and therefore serviced it. The bill came to 717.30. She stated she would never have had it serviced unless she had asked the board for approval. She received a letter from Theresa Dunn explaining what had occurred.
Leonard made a motion to pay Dunn’s bill. Seconded by Theresa and carried.
Leonard made a motion to pay the bills. Seconded by Diane and carried.
Sue made a motion to appoint the following persons as election inspectors for the November 2, 2004 election: Dennis Schlack, Margaret Hall, Janelle Crawford, Patricia Robarge and Doreen Ostrander. Seconded by Diane and carried unanimously.
There being no further business to come before the board, Diane made a motion to adjourn. Seconded by Leonard and carried unanimously. Meeting adjourned at 8:30 p.m..
Susan Schaedig
Clerk
ELMIRA TOWNSHIP
COUNTY OF OTSEGO
ELMIRA, MICHIGAN
September, 09, 2004
A regular meeting of the Elmira Township Board was held on September 09, 2004 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, Theresa Plachta and Leonard Skop. Others attending were Diane Franckowiak, Al Bentz, Will and Justin Savory, Assessor, Jill Kassuba and Ron Beagle.
Theresa made a motion to accept the minutes as corrected. Seconded by Leonard and carried.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
Will Savory appeared before the board to update the completed project at Hallock Cemetery. All the metal markers have been unearthed, split rail fences have been placed along the areas where cars were driving on grave sites and some brushing was also done.
The board commended Will for his efforts and it was noted that the Herald Times wrote an article on his scout project.
The meeting was recessed at 7:19 and reconvened at 7:29 p.m.
An ad was placed in the Gaylord Herald Times for Snowplow bids for the 2004-2005 winter season. Sealed bids from Don Smith and Ron Beagle of Taurus Services were received. Don Smith bid the plowing at $43.00 per hour but no loader work. Ron offered $42.00 per hour for snowplowing and $68.50 per hour for Loader and operator.
Leonard made a motion to accept Taurus Services, LLC bid for snowplowing for the 2004-2005 winter season at $42.00 per hour for plowing and $68.50 per hour for loader work. Seconded by Diane and carried. Mr. Beagle is to submit a copy of his workmen’s comp insurance to the clerk.
The board met with attorney, Bryan Graham on September 8, 2004 and resolved the Lamar billboard issue.
The township received three estimates on sealing and striping the hall parking lot.
Black Magic-$1,750.00; Great Lakes Striping-$1,550.00; Skop’s Asphalt Maintenance-$1,575.00.
Skop’s was highly recommended by Standard Products and two township residents. Sue made a motion to accept Skop’s Asphalt Maintenance bid of $1,575.00 to seal and stripe the township parking lot. Seconded by Theresa and carried unanimously.
Ralph reported that the Fire Authority is willing to pay 22% of the sealing and striping costs($346.50).
Many issues were discussed at the meeting held on 8-26-04 regarding the Private Road Ordinance. It was felt that the ordinance was too restrictive and was a tool to control growth rather than safety. A committee of seven was formed to develop a questionnaire to be sent to each township to act on. Members of the committee are: Matt Nowak-Chairman, Mary Sanders, Gill Gilles, Debby Milbocker, Tim Baker, Tom Murphy and Mike Roper.
Leonard made a motion to accept the proposed bid from Holton’s LP Gas for $104.9 through 5-31-2005. Seconded by Diane and carried unanimously.
Lee Prince Jr of Holton’s LP Gas stated that there would be a charge for a pump over fee of $75.00 but no additional fees. Mr. Lancaster of Gaylord Gas had stated at the August 12, 2004 meeting that his company would charge $75.00 for a pump over and reminded the board there is a permit fee of $50.00.
ORDINANCE OFFICER:
Ron Geiger will meet with the county enforcement officer, Dorothy Layman to discuss their procedures in regard to the Nuisance Ordinance before meeting with Bryan Graham.
The board discussed whether the PC should handle the enforcement of the Nuisance Ordinance. It was decided that this should be handled by the township board.
TREASURER’S REPORT:
GEN FUND Independent Bank 49,891.70 CD 84,128.44 101-119 103,115.07
PLANNING COMMISSION:
Diane reported that the Michigan Township’s Association and the Michigan Society of Planning will be contacted to request copies of billboard ordinances that have been through the court system and the ordinance prevailed.
ASSESSOR’S REPORT:
Jill reported that there were no land divisions and there will be two December Board of Reviews, both Homesteads.
NEW BUSINESS:
Diane made a motion to accept the figures of L-4029 as prepared by Jill Kassuba on 8-10-2004. Allocated .9035 Voter Fire .4516 Voted Fire Opr .2973 Seconded by Susan and carried unanimously.
The next Township Association meeting will be held on September 21, 2004 at 7:00 p.m. at Chester.
READING OF THE BILLS:
2063 Ralph Robarge, Supervisor’s wages 786.16
2064 Ralph Robarge, reimb use of computer & fax 25.00
2065 Susan Schaedig, Clerk’s wages 930.00
2066 Susan Schaedig, mileage 12.37
2067 Diane Purgiel, treasurer’s wages 980.00
2068 Diane Purgiel, summer tax collection wages 1,666.66
2069 Leonard Skop, trustee 220.00
2070 Theresa Plachta, trustee 220.00
2071 Diane Purgiel, reimb 42.29
2072 Jill Kassuba, Assessor’s salary 1,442.43
2073 Ron Geiger, Ordinance officer, Liquor Inspector 163.52
2074 John Ernst, PC 50.00
2075 Gloria Torello, PC 55.00
2076 Duane Hoffman, PC 50.00
2077 Jim Theisen, PC 50.00
2078 Doreen Ostrander, hall cleaning 131.25
2079 Waste Management 60.40
2080 Young, Graham & Elsenheimer, PC 262.50
2081 Municipal Underwriters 7,590.00
2082 Wal Mart 85.29
2083 Great Lakes Energy 18.62
2084 United States Post Office 104.00
2085 Gillespie Lawn Care 410.00
2086 Ron Geiger, reimb 50.75
2087 Dunn’s Business Solutions 24.99
2088 Dan Sevenski, hall cleaning 150.00
2089 Viola Davis, hall cleaning 125.00
2090 Ralph Robage, Lamar meeting 110.00
2091 Susan Schaedig, Lamar meeting 110.00
2092 Diane Purgiel, Lamar meeting 110.00
2093 Leonard Skop, Lamar meeting 110.00
2094 Theresa Plachta, Lamar meeting 110.00
2095 Skop’s Asphalt Maintenance 1,575.00
2096 USPO 171.00
2097 Great Lakes Energy 298.99
2098 Century Tel 79.10
2099 Independent Bank, taxes 907.25
2100 Shelby Appliance, repair oven 190.90
19,478.47
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 Theresa and carried. Meeting was adjourned at 8:04 p.m..
Susan Schaedig, Clerk
ELMIRA TOWNSHIP
COUNTY OF OTSEGO
ELMIRA, MICHIGAN
August 24, 2004
Special Meeting
A special meeting of the Elmira Township Board was held on August 24, 2004 at the Elmira Township Hall commencing at 2:10 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 Township Attorneys, Bryan Graham and Gary Rossi.
Motion moved by Diane Purgiel, seconded by Susan Schaedig to go into closed session pursuant to Section 8(e) of the Open Meetings Act, being MCLA 15.268(e) to consult with its attorneys regarding trial or settlement strategy in connection with the pending case of Lamar Advertising Company v Township of Elmira, United States District Court, Eastern District of Michigan, Northern Division, Case Number 02-10310-BC, since discussion of trial or settlement strategy in open meeting would have a detrimental financial effect on the township’s position.
AYES: Ralph Robarge, Susan Schaedig, Diane Purgiel, Leonard Skop, Theresa Plachta
NAYES: None
ABSENT: None
The board went into closed session at 2:12 p.m.
The closed session was completed at 3:22 p.m.
Diane made a motion to adjourn. Seconded by Theresa and carried. Meeting adjourned at 3:22 p.m.
Susan Schaedig, Clerk
ELMIRA TOWNSHIP
COUNTY OF OTSEGO
ELMIRA, MICHIGAN
AUGUST 12, 2004
A regular meeting of the Elmira Township Board was held on August 12, 2004 at the Elmira Township hall commencing at 7:30 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 Diane Franckowiak, T.J. Lancaster, Craig Howell, Jill Kassuba and Mr. & Mrs Ron Geiger.
T. J. Lancaster of Gaylord Gas explained how he had arrived at the 1.19 per gallon for the 2004-2005 heating season. He stressed that his company provides service.
The board did not make a decision at this time in regard to accepting any bid for heating fuel. It will weigh the factor of the $75.00 pumping charge and the $50.00 permit fee.
Leonard made a motion to accept the July minutes as presented. Seconded by Leonard and carried.
TREASURER’S REPORT:
CD 103,115.07 GEN FUND 64,740.83 CD 84,128.44 $251,984.34
ASSESSOR’S REPORT:
One Land Division: Wilfred Matthews’ parcel 060-027-100-020-00 at 543l West M-32.
There has been 35 building permits for 2004.
No response from the Michigan Tax Tribunal regarding Dale Smith vs Elmira Township.
Jill will be preparing a Pre Hearing statement and an Evaluation Disclosure for the Wolverine Power Supply case scheduled for November. These forms need to be completed by September 24th. I will be going without an attorney but if it is necessary to have one at a later time Jill will inform the board.
Jill suggested that we should look into the matter of Old Tables vs New Tables and watch these cases closely to determine what the township would like to do. Her suggestion is to be consistent with the other Assessors, unless we have due cause of other evidence that the Business has not reported correctly. Jill is asking the board for permission for stipulation of value if it is necessary.
Diane made a motion to allow Jill to do what is best, using new or old tables, in regard to the Wolverine Power case. Seconded by Leonard and carried unanimously.
Leonard made a motion to pay Jill half day per diem(50.00) for the Dale Smith case. Seconded by Theresa and carried unanimously.
ORDINANCE OFFICER REPORT:
Ron reported the Webster Road case has been taken care of and he has received one new complaint. He and Ralph will meet with the township attorney in regard to the Nuisance Ordinance, procedure and forms.
Sue is working with Rudi Edel to obtain the proper Municipal Infraction Notice of Violation and Uniform Municipal Infraction Citation forms.
PLANNING COMMISSION REPORT:
Diane reported that the public hearing for the Master Plan will probably be held in January. She will contact Mary Campbell to start the formal distribution process of the draft as required by law. The PC has contacted the township attorney in regard to the billboard consisting of a wooden bed frame and sign placed on M-32.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
Gary Rossi would like to meet with the Township Board in regard to the Lamar case. The special meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, August 24, 2004 at 2:00 p.m. The board will go into closed session to consult with its attorney regarding trial or settlement strategy in connection with the pending case of Lamar Advertising v Township of Elmira.
NEW BUSINESS:
The board discussed the Private Road Ordinance proposed by Richard Edmonds and revised by Mr. Roper of the Otsego County Road Commission. Mr. Roper suggested a meeting with all townships, himself and Mr. Edmonds. Ralph and Leonard will attend the meeting on Thursday, August 26, 2004.
Leonard made a motion to seal and stripe the township hall parking lot. Seconded by Diane and carried unanimously. Sue and Ralph will obtain a couple of estimates.
Sue read a letter from Huff Excavating dated July 19, 2004 that he will no longer be able to snow plow the township parking lot. An ad will be placed in the Gaylord Herald Times requesting bids for the upcoming season.
The board discussed the collection of personal property taxes. In March of 2000 Diane contacted township attorney, Bryan Graham in regard to collecting small amounts of personal property tax. Diane reported at the May, 2000 meeting that Bryan advised personal property taxes be assessed if known.
READING OF THE BILLS:
2023 Ralph Robarge, Supervisor Salary 651.16
2024 Ralph Robarge, reimb use of fax & computer 25.00
2025 Susan Schaedig, Clerk’s Salary 870.00
2026 Susan Schaedig, reimb 85.77
2027 Diane Purgiel, Treasurer’s Salary 945.00
2028 Diane Purgiel, Summer tax Salary 1,666.66
2029 Diane Purgiel, reimb 79.77
2030 Sandy Purgiel, assist with summer taxes 55.00
2031 James Purgiel, assist with summer taxes 24.50
2032 Leonard Skop, Trustee-August meeting 160.00
2033 Theresa Plachta, Trustee-August meeting 160.00
2034 Gloria Torello, PC meeting & class 105.00
2035 Duane Hoffman, PC meeting 50.00
2036 Jill Kassuba, reimb 82.87
2037 Dan Sevenski, hall cleaning 100.00
2038 Ron Geiger, ordinance officer, liquor inspector 163.52
2039 Cynthia Prusakiewicz, BOR 50.00
2040 Eugene Fleming, BOR 50.00
2041 Roderick Wright, BOR 50.00
2042 VOID
2043 Doreen Ostrander, Primary Election Inspector 255.75
2044 Martha Makarewicz, Primary Election Inspector 144.50
2045 Carole Duhoski, Primary Election Inspector 144.50
2046 B’s Family Café, lunches-election inspectors 22.64
2047 Dave Gillespie, mowing 410.00
2048 WalMart, office supplies 18.40
2049 Herald Times, minutes publication 35.40
2050 Great Lakes Energy, street lights 18.62
2051 Waste Management 60.15
2052 BS & A Software, Equalizer program 420.00
2053 Gaylord Gas 130.79
2054 Accident Fund, workmen’s comp 1,702.00
2055 Jill Kassuba, Salary 1,432.43
2056 Janelle Crawford, Primary Election Inspector 144.50
2057 Independent Bank, August taxes 1,174.39
2058 Century Tel 84.34
2059 Great Lakes Energy 258.85
2060 Elmira-Warner Fire Authority 3,473.54
2061 Mister T’s Glass, repair hall door closure 216.25
2062 Elaine Dobrzelweski, hall dep refund 50.00
15,571.30
Theresa made a motion to pay the bills. Seconded by Leonard and carried unanimously.
Diane made a motion and seconded by Leonard to go into closed session pursuant to Section 8(e) of the Open Meetings Act, being MCLA 15.268(e), to consult with its attorney regarding trial or settlement strategy in connection with the pending case of Lamar Advertising Company v Township of Elmira, United States District court, Eastern District of Michigan, Northern Division, Case Number 02-10310-BC, since discussion of trial or settlement strategy in an open meeting would have a detrimental financial effect on the township’s position.
AYES: RALPH, SUSAN, DIANE, THERESA, LEONARD
NAYES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
Meeting adjourned at 9:25 p.m. Re-adjourned at 9:45 p.m.
There being no further business to come before the board, Leonard made a motion to adjourn. Seconded by Diane and carried. Meeting adjourned at 9:55 p.m.
Susan Schaedig, Clerk
ELMIRA TOWNSHIP
COUNTY OF OTSEGO
ELMIRA, MICHIGAN
JULY 8, 2004
A regular meeting of the Elmira Township Board was held on July 8, 2004 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 and Trustees, Leonard Skop and Theresa Plachta. Treasurer, Diane Purgiel’s absence was excused. Others attending were Ordinance Officer, Ron Geiger, Planning Commission member, Jim Theisen, Diane Franckowiak, Kaye Pagel, Abe Cruz, Diane Axford, Suzy DeFyter and Sue Norris.
Candidates for the various county offices were allowed the opportunity to introduce themselves and speak about their goals.
ORDINANCE OFFICER’S REPORT:
Ron is working on three problems. One is 75% completed and another has been ongoing for three years. He also requested an ID so that he may be identified as representing Elmira Township as Ordinance Officer.
Leonard made a motion to accept the minutes as presented. Seconded by Theresa and carried.
TREASURER’S REPORT:
101-119 CD 103,115.07 Gen Fund 1st Nat’l 78,749.28 CD 83,711.03 = 265,575.38
UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
Moore Power Electric has rewired the firemen’s office into the township’s electric panel. Ralph spoke with Jay Gliwa, 911 coordinator to see if there was a grant available for the generator. Jay is applying for a grant and Elmira would be included for about 50% of the township cost(3,000.00).
Theresa reported that the computer was up and running in the township office and ready for data to be entered.
Ralph faxed five companies for prices on L.P. gas for the upcoming season. Holton Gas-$1.049 per gallon good through May 31, 2005; Gaylord Gas-$1.199 per gallon through May 01, 2005; Ferrellgas-First fill @$.90 per gallon then $1.22(average $1.149) fixed through March 31, 2005; Amerigas $1.229 per gallon through July 01, 2005 and Ellsworth Farm Exchange, no response. Tabled.
Ralph reported that someone called and reported a street light out at Martin Lake. This is not Elmira’s.
In May Ralph submitted a list of all street lights that Elmira is responsible for. Great Lakes Energy Ondreia Felker provided the listing with the assistance of Layout Tech, Steve Erwin.
The board discussed procedures for the Ordinance Officer. Sue presented two forms for Civil Infractions-ML-M74, State of Michigan Municipal Civil Infraction Notice of Violation and ML-M75, State of Michigan Uniform Municipal Civil Infraction Citation. Copies of these forms were provided by Kurt Knowles of Doubleday. Kurt stated that these forms come in two parts but have to be purchased in bulk. Sue will work on finding another source. Matter tabled.
NEW BUSINESS:
Planning Commission member, Jim Theisen gave the board copies of the Elmira Township Master Plan Draft. He requested the Board to give release approval for the plan’s immediate distribution. Governments adjoining Elmira Township will be on the list. The Planning Commission hopes to hold the public hearing on October 26, 2004.
Leonard made a motion in the form of a resolution to give release approval for immediate distribution of the Elmira Township Master Plan. Seconded by Theresa and carried.
AYES: Ralph Robarge, Susan Schaedig, Leonard Skop, Theresa Plachta
NAYES: None
ABSENT: Diane Purgiel
Jim Theisen asked the board if the deed for Hallock Cemetery transfers to heirs. The board indicated that it did. Sue will look at the Ordinance for more specifics and mail a copy to Jim.
Sue reported that Bill Morey contacted her in regard to a few overturned grave stones in the old part of Hallock Cemetery. He and his son placed them back on their pedestals. Sue will check the cemetery and report the incident to the Sheriff’s department.
READING OF THE BILLS:
1987 Ralph Robarge, Supervisor wages 601.16
1988 Ralph Robarge, reimb use of fax & computer 25.00
1989 Susan Schaedig, Clerk’s wages 820.00
1990 Diane Purgiel, Treasurer’s wages 820.00
1991 Diane Purgiel, summer tax collection wages 1,666.68
1992 Theresa Plachta, Trustee-July mtg 110.00
1993 Leonard Skop, Trustee-July mtg 110.00
1994 Ron Geiger, liquor inspector, ordinance officer 163.52
1995 Gloria Torello, PC meeting 55.00
1996 Duane Hoffman, PC meeting 50.00
1997 Jim Theisen, PC Meeting 50.00
1998 Jill Kassuba, assessor’s wages 1.392.43
1999 Waste Management 59.99
2000 Moore Power Electric, wire fire dept office 203.13
2001 M C Planning & Design 1,873.13
2002 Dunn’s Business Solutions 42.00
2003 Wal Mart 72.14
2004 Great Lakes Energy 49.44
2005 Gaylord Gas 129.65
2006 Susan Schaedig, reimburse Quickbooks(2) 399.90
2007 Theresa Plachta, mileage 45.87
2008 Herald Times 28.32
2009 Diane Purgiel, reimb 52.91
2010 Dan Sevenski, hall cleaning 112.50
2011 Gillespie Lawn Care, mowing 820.00
2012 Otsego County Equalization Dept 596.01
2013 State of Michigan, taxes 533.76
2014 First National Bank of Gaylord, taxes 978.75
2015 Carquest, cleaning supplies 117.50
2016 Great Lakes Energy 275.27
2017 Joe Nowak, hall dep refund 50.00
2018 Kathy Beckner, hall dep refund 50.00
2019 Susan Taylor, hall dep refund 50.00
2020 Young, Graham & Elsenheimer P.C. 112.50
2021 CenturyTel 65.47
2022 US Postal Service, postage-Treasurer 185.00
12,767.03
Theresa made a motion to pay the bills. Seconded by Leonard and carried.
There being no further business to come before the board, Theresa made a motion to adjourn. Seconded by Leonard and carried. Meeting adjourned at 7:47 p.m..
Susan Schaedig, Clerk
ELMIRA TOWNSHIP
COUNTY OF OTSEGO
ELMIRA, MICHIGAN
JUNE 10, 2004
A regular meeting of the Elmira Township Board was held on June 10, 2004 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. Others attending were Assessor, Jill Kassuba, Ron Geiger, Vern Kassuba, Diane Franckowiak, Linda Martin, Mike Anthony and Bonnie Nothoff.
The board heard presentations by Bonnie Nothoff, running for State Representative, 105th district; Mike Anthony, running for Otsego County Sheriff and Linda Martin, candidate for Otsego County Clerk.
Theresa made a motion to accept the minutes as corrected. Seconded by Diane and carried.
TREASURER’S REPORT:
101-119 CD 103,115.07 Gen Fund 70,452.00 Gen Fund CD 83,711.03
Diane reported that the township received $4384.00 from the Metro Act.
PLANNING COMMISSION REPORT:
Diane stated that the PC should have a draft of the Master Plan ready for the Township Board to read in July. She also reminded the board that she will be resigning from the PC and that a board member should be considering to take her place.
ASSESSOR’S REPORT:
No land divisions. Fifteen building permits thus far for 2004. Michigan Tax Tribunal: Dale Smith vs. Elmira Township on Thursday, June 17, 2004 at 1:00 p.m. at the City Hall in Cheboygan. Jill is prepared to back the Board of Review as well as her values.
July BOR will be held on July 20, 2004. There are six corrections.
ORDINANCE OFFICER REPORT:
Ron passed out copies of the ordinances to three persons. Sue will check with the township attorney in regard to the next step of issuing a citation.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
The permanent stand-by generator has been installed by Moore Power Electric and the gas has been connected by Gaylord Gas and fired up by Bridgestone electric and is working fine.
Leonard made a motion to connect the electric for the generator to the fire office. Seconded by Theresa and carried.
The computer for the hall has been purchased and Theresa will install the software from the mapping.
Ralph spoke with Bill Kerr in regard to the Personal Property Audit. He said it would most likely cost the township more than could be recovered and would not be cost efficient. Diane stated that taxpayers are being more careful and putting on what they have to due to the publicity. No action taken.
Sue reported that Will Savory will complete the fencing of Hallock Cemetery later in the summer.
The board discussed the playground and the concern regarding the play station. The insurance company states that the township is covered by liability insurance.
NEW BUSINESS:
Sue made a motion to appoint Doreen Ostrander, Margaret Hall, Janelle Crawford, Carol Duhoski and Martha Makarewicz as election inspectors for the August 3, 2004 Primary Election. Seconded by Leonard and carried unanimously.
Ralph is checking on propane gas prices for the upcoming season. He faxed five companies for their prices.
Theresa stated that Elmira Township was sprayed on May 29th for the gypsy moths.
The next Township Association meeting will be held on July 20, 2004 at Charlton Township at 7:00 p.m..
READING OF THE BILLS:
1942 Ralph Robarge, Salary & hall rentals 701.16
1943 Susan Schaedig, Salary 820.00
1944 Diane Purgiel, Salary, PC mtg, Twp Ass’n mtg 920.00
1945 Leonard Skop, June mtg, Twp Ass’n mtg 160.00
1946 Theresa Plachta, June mtg, Twp Ass’n mtg 160.00
1947 Jill Kassuba, assessor salary 1,392.43
1948 Dan Sevenski, hall cleaning 150.00
1949 Ron Geiger, Liquor Inspector, Ordinance officer 163.52
1950 Gloria Torello, PC meeting 55.00
1951 Duane Hoffman, PC meeting 50.00
1952 John Middleton, PC meeting 50.00
1953 John Ernst, PC meeting 50.00
1954 Jim Theisen, PC meeting 50.00
1955 Ralph Robarge, reimb use of fax & computer 25.00
1956 Diane Purgiel, reimb 56.58
1957 ING USA Annuity & Life Insurance Co, retirement 2,401.77
1958 Gleaner Life Insurance Society, retirement 4,778.35
1959 VOID
1960 Municipal Retirement Systems, Inc., fee 175.00
1961 Michigan Townships Association, dues, legal defense 1,052.19
1962 VOID
1963 Michigan Society of Planning, dues 5 members 300.00
1964 Dunn’s Business Solutions, copies of ordinances 4.80
1965 Carquest, cleaning supplies 134.85
1966 Gillespie Lawn Care 435.00
1967 Great Lakes Energy 18.62
1968 Waste Management 57.31
1969 VOID
1970 Walt Jozwiak, hall dep refund 50.00
1971 Peggy Kennedy, hall dep refund 50.00
1972 Tap Industries, hall dep refund 100.00
1973 US Postal Service, postage, clerk 74.00
1974 Circuit City, computer 579.95
1975 Theresa Plachta, mileage 18.00
1976 Moore Power Electric, generator & installation 5,720.00
1977 Syscom Central North, repair hard drive, Norton, labor 199.95
1978 Jill Kassuba, mileage, 3-10 thru 6-08-04 120.75
1979 CenturyTel 86.31
1980 Great Lakes Energy 278.92
1981 VOID
1982 Susan Schaedig, reimb postage-election 8.85
1983 First National Bank of Gaylord, June taxes 653.30
1984 Fidlar Doubleday, Ordinance Book 112.78
1985 Brenda Lambert, hall dep refund 50.00
1986 Diane Purgiel, reimb tax postage, stamps 570.17
22,834.56
Leonard made a motion to pay the bills. Seconded by Diane and carried.
There being no further business to come before the board, Leonard made a motion to adjourn. Seconded by Diane and carried. Meeting was adjourned at 8:12 p.m.
Susan Schaedig, Clerk
ELMIRA TOWNSHIP
COUNTY OF OTSEGO
ELMIRA, MICHIGAN
MAY 13, 2004
A regular meeting of the Elmira Township Board was held on May 13, 2004 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, Theresa Plachta and Trustee, Leonard Skop. Others attending were Will Savory, Ron Geiger and assessor, Jill Kassuba.
Will Savory reported that he has completed the locating and uncovering of all the grave markers in Hallock Cemetery. It took about 50 hours to complete this portion. He plans on marking the road in the cemetery with cedar fencing. Gravesites are being driven on now and he will place the fencing in those spots and on the turns. Will is working toward his Eagle Scout.
The township board expressed their sincere thanks to Will and the other scouts for a job well done.
Diane made a motion to accept the minutes as corrected. Seconded by Theresa and carried.
ASSESSOR’S REPORT:
Jill has signed and returned the assessor’s contract for 2004-2005.
Wolverine Power Supply is asking for a Stipulation for Entry of Consent Judgement related to the true cash, state equalized and taxable values for Parcel No. 062-900-014-010-00. Jill recommended not to stipulate.
Jill said that Great Lakes Energy is also pursuing a stipulation.
The personal property audit was also discussed. There is grant money available. Jill was advised to find out how the other townships are handling it. Elmira would proceed if the costs would be affordable.
TREASURER’S REPORT:
CD 101-119 $103,115.07 Gen Fund 1st Nat’l $83,334.15 CD $83,711.03
Diane felt that Equalization is charging fairly for their services at $1.60 per parcel and that we should continue.
PLANNING COMMISSION
The PC is working to get a draft by June or July on the Master Plan. A public hearing will be held once the draft is completed.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
Moore Power Electric will install the permanent stand-by generator next week. He will get the permits.
Leonard made a motion to purchase a new computer tower at a cost from $500.00 to $600.00. Seconded by Sue and carried.
Ralph received a list of street lights in Elmira Township from Great Lakes Energy. He drove by all the lights and they all checked out. The Manglos Rd & Mt Jack Rd light was on the list but GLE informed him that the township was not being billed.
NEW BUSINESS:
The Township Association meeting will be held on May 18, 2004 at the Bagley Township hall at 7:00 p.m. The main topics will be Ground Water Protection & Water Quality.
Diane made a motion to donate $200.00 to the Otsego County Historical Society. Seconded by Leonard and carried.
The easement agreement for the Elmira Township sign has been signed and needs to be sent to the Antrim County Register of Deeds with a $14.00 check. Mr. Kazim of Young, Graham & Elsenheimer PC prepared the draft.
The MTA has sent an urgent message. Both the House and Senate are considering concepts that would phase the Mobile Homes into the property tax system. Mobile home park owners are trying to stop this. MTA is urging all township officials to make it clear to our Senators and Representatives as to what our position is.
READING OF THE BILLS:
1911 Theresa Plachta, trustee May meeting 160.00
1912 Susan Schaedig, clerk’s salary 870.00
1913 Ron Geiger, Liquor Inspector, Ordinance Officer 163.52
1914 Ralph Robarge, Supv salary 701.16
1915 Leonard Skop, trustee May meeting 160.00
1916 John Middleton, PC meeting 50.00
1917 John Ernst, PC meeting 50.00
1918 Jill Kassuba, assessor 1,392.43
1919 Gloria Torello, PC meeting 55.00
1920 Duane Hoffman, PC meeting 50.00
1921 Diane Purgiel, treasurer’s salary 970.00
1922 Dan Sevenski, hall cleaning 212.50
1923 Sandy Tarbutton, hall dep refund 50.00
1924 Ralph Robarge, reimb use of fax & computer 25.00
1925 Diane Purgiel, reimb 56.19
1926 Walmart, copy paper 23.74
1927 Herald Times, minutes 35.40
1928 Gillespie Lawn Care, spring cleanup 912.50
1929 Fidlar Doubleday Inc, minute book, voter reg cards 192.75
1930 Gaylord Gas, Inc 223.73
1931 Shiels Construction Inc. repair damaged shingles 70.00
1932 Young, Graham & Elsenheimer PC. Easement-twp sign 136.00
1933 Waste Management, May 2004 57.04
1934 Great Lakes Energy, street lights 18.62
1935 Rick Smithling, hall dep refund 50.00
1936 Sam’s Club, coffee urn, copy paper, phone card 131.39
1937 Municipal Underwriters, balance of updated prop values 75.60
1938 Great Lakes Energy 267.97
1939 CenturyTel 81.14
1940 Antrim County Register of Deeds, reg fee twp sign 14.00
1941 First National Bank of Gaylord, May taxes 656.66
7,912.34
Diane made a motion to pay the bills. Seconded by Leonard 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 8:00 p.m.
Susan Schaedig, Clerk
ELMIRA TOWNSHIP
OTSEGO COUNTY
ELMIRA, MICHIGAN
April 8, 2004
A regular meeting of the Elmira Township board was held on April 8, 2004 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 Al Bentz, Don Cherry, Rose Swank, Bob and Jean Brown, Ron Geiger, Miles Griswold and assessor, Jill Kassuba.
PUBLIC COMMENT:
Don Cherry complained about the enforcement of a cleanup in the Village of Elmira. Bob Brown inquired about the correction of the Dismantled or Inoperable Motor Vehicle Ordinance wording in the Herald Times. Since the Herald Times printed it incorrectly they reprinted the entire ordinance.
The minutes of the March, 2004 meeting were accepted as presented.
TREASURER’S REPORT:
CD 103,115.07 GEN FUND 1ST NAT’L 69,299.41 CD 83,711.03
TOTAL 256,125.51
ASSESSOR’S REPORT:
Jill stated that there will be a Board of Revue Tribunal(Dale Smith) held in Cheboygan in July. There were two land splits; Edwards and Jaroneski.
ORDINANCE OFFICER REPORT:
Ron is following up on a problem from last year and has one new complaint. He would like copies of the new ordinances.
PLANNING COMMISSION REPORT:
Diane reported that Jack Middleton is doing well and that the Supervisor has to appoint members to the Planning Commission.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
Ralph stated that Planning Commission members,Gloria Torello’s and Suzanne Bannister’s terms expire on May 31, 2004. He recomends that Gloria be reappointed, as she has done an awesome job and is pleased with the time, effort and enthusiasm she has put into the PC. Suzanne Bannister resigned and Jim Theisen was the only person that responded to the newspaper ads. He believes that Jim would make an excellent replacement and recommends that he be appointed to replace Suzzane’s unexpired term and appointed to fill the next term.
Leonard made a motion to reappoint Gloria Torello for a term of three years to the Elmira Township Planning Commission and to appoint Jim Theisen to fill the remainder of Suzanne Bannister’s position which expires on May 31, 2004 and also to fill the vacancy for the next term of three years. Seconded by Diane and carried unanimously.
Moore Power Electric bid $5,720 complete except for gas hook up for the 15 KW Generac Generator. He would also handle the air conditioning and permits. Chuck’s Electric’s estimate for a 13 KW Generator was $6,550 complete except for the Generac generator pad and gas hook up. Gaylord Gas estimated it would cost about $150.00 for the gas hook up.
Leonard made a motion to purchase the 15 KW Generac, stand-by generator from Moore Power Electric for $5,720.00 complete. Seconded by Theresa and carried unanimously.
Theresa reported it would cost about $200.00 to replace the motherboard for the computer in the town hall. It was tabled until next month.
Ralph contacted Melissa, construction coordinator for Great Lakes Energy to provide Elmira Township an inventory of all the street lights in the township.
NEW BUSINESS:
Tom Deans of the Road Commission is to be notified about any road problems, such as repairs and maintenance. A request for weight restrictions to be placed on Hallenius Road next year was faxed to the Road Commission.
The next Township Association meeting will be held on May 18, 2004 at Bagley Township hall at 7:00 p.m.
Several roof shingles had blown off the south side of the hall. Steve Shiels replaced them.
Sue made a motion to place a 1 mill request on the August 3rd Primary ballot for the operation and maintenance of the Elmira-Warner Fire Authority. Seconded by Diane and carried unanimously.
Leonard made a motion to accept the Assessor’s contract from May 1, 2004 to April 30, 2005. Seconded by Theresa and carried. Diane did not agree. The contract is the same as the previous year.
The second Economic Alliance meeting will be held at the Elmira Township hall on May 5, 2004 at 6:30 p.m..
The board discussed the new Data Processing charges. Diane will check to see if the township could receive partial service. The treasurer would print the tax bills and the assessor tax change notices saving the township some money.
READING OF THE BILLS:
1881 Ralph Robarge, reimb use of fax & computer 25.00
1882 Ron Geiger, reimb 44.25
1883 Herald Times 21.02
1884 Dunn’s Business Solutions 42.00
1885 Huff Excavating, snowplowing 45.00
1886 Great Lakes Energy 49.44
1887 Waste Management 57.15
1888 Stellar Computer 30.00
1889 City of Boyne City, water sample 14.00
1890 Gaylord Gas, Inc 213.33
1891 Otsego Conservation District, plat books 140.00
1892 Diane Purgiel, Treasurer Salary 920.00
1893 Theresa Plachta, Trustee 160.00
1894 Susan Schaedig, Clerk Salary 870.00
1895 Ron Geiger, Liquor Insp & Ordinance Officer 163.52
1896 Ralph Robarge, Supv Salary 701.16
1897 Leonard Skop, trustee 160.00
1898 John Middleton, PC meeting 50.00
1899 Jill Kassuba, assessor salary 1,472.43
1900 VOID
1901 Gloria Torello, PC meeting 55.00
1902 Duane Hoffman, PC meeting 50.00
1903 Dan Sevenksi, hall cleaning 112.50
1904 Jill Kassuba, reimb 34.50
1905 Otsego County Equalization Dept 123.87
1906 Diane Purgiel, reimb 67.03
1907 First Nat’l Bank of Gaylord, taxes 642.58
1908 Great Lakes Energy 314.50
1909 CenturyTel 96.71
1910 Michigan Society of Planning 95.00
6,769.99
Diane made a motion to pay the bills, seconded by Theresa and carried.
There being no further business to come before the board, Leonard made a motion to adjourn. Seconded by Diane and carried. Meeting adjourned at 8:10 p.m.
Susan Schaeding, Clerk
ELMIRA TOWNSHIP
COUNTY OF OTSEGO
ELMIRA, MICHIGAN
MARCH 11, 2004
A regular meeting of the Elmira Township board was held on March 11, 2004 at the Elmira Township hall commencing at 7:10 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 and Trustees, Leonard Skop and Theresa Plachta. Treasurer, Diane Purgiel was excused.
Others in attendance were Commissioner, Al Bentz and Assessor, Jill Kassuba were present.
Leonard made a motion to accept the minutes as presented.
READING OF THE BILLS:
1838 Theresa Plachta, Trustee- March mtg 110.00
1839 Susan Schaedig, Clerk 820.00
1840 Ron Geiger, Liquor Inspector, Ordinance Officer 163.63
1841 Ralph Robarge, Supervisor 701.24
1842 Leonard Skop, Trustee & Road Comm mtg 160.00
1843 John Middleton, PC meeting 50.00
1844 Jill Kassuba, assessor 1,432.43
1845 James Purgiel, assist treasurer- 7.50 hrs 75.00
1846 Gloria Torello, PC meeting-Feb 55.00
1847 Duane Hoffman, PC meeting-Feb 50.00
1848 Diane Purgiel, Treasurer, PC meeting-Feb 870.00
1849 US Postal Service, clerk postage 74.00
1850 Ralph Robarge, reimb use computer & fax 25.00
1851 Susan Schaedig, reimb 9.99
1852 Diane Purgiel, reimb 79.37
1853 VOID
1854 VOID
1855 VOID
1856 VOID
1857 Otsego County Equalization Dept 348.41
1858 Gaylord Herald Times 58.20
1859 Waste Management 56.85
1860 Huff Excavating, snowplowing 146.25
1861 Great Lakes Energy 18.62
1862 State of Michigan DEQ, water sample 14.00
1863 WalMart, office supplies 10.76
1864 VOID
1865 Municipal Underwriters of Mich, Inc. 113.40
1866 Gaylord Gas, Inc. 150.93
1867 Pat & Bud’s, BOR 13.88
1868 Young, Graham & Elsenheimer, P.C. 360.00
1869 Ralph Robarge, reimb 89.25
1870 Roderick Wright, BOR 200.00
1871 Eugene Fleming, BOR 300.00
1872 Dan Sevenski, hall cleaning 112.50
1873 Cynthia Prusakiewicz, BOR 300.00
1874 Ron Geiger, Liquor Inspector 68.18
1875 Jill Kassuba, reimb 86.85
1876 Michigan Dept of Treasury, 1st quarter taxes 579.20
1877 First National Bank of Gaylord, March taxes 712.69
1878 Centurytel 95.72
1879 Great Lakes Energy 246.07
1880 Jill Kassuba 10.00 8,767.42
Theresa made a motion to pay the bills. Seconded by Leonard and carried.
TREASURER’S REPORT:
Diane turned over the summer and winter tax roll on March 1. They accepted payments postmarked through March1, without any interest and penalties. She will be at the April meeting.
CD 103,115.07 Gen Fund 1st National 73,221.03 Gen Fund CD 83,295.69
Planning Commission issues:
1. John Wiacek and Suzanne Bannister will need to be contacted to gather their plat books, County Master Plan books and the County Zoning Ordinance books.
2. New plat books need to be purchased.
3. Jack Middleton needs to be on the list to receive the Michigan Society of Planning. He is doing a great job so far.
4. We are currently working on the future land use map.
ASSESSOR’S REPORT:
March Board of Revue: 27 cases-25 Real, 2 Hardships, 13 changes from protests
Five business’s protested their personal property tax.
Assessed Value $78,733,843 Taxable Value $58,821,406
Prior to BOR Assessed Value $78,770,650 Taxable Value $58,961,399
Ratio Factors: Ag 49.46 Commercial 49.22 Residential 49.59
UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
Ralph contacted three electrical contractors. He met with two and received one estimate in regard to the emergency generator.
Gloria Torello’s and Suzanne Bannister’s three year terms expire on May 31, 2004. The board is currently looking for someone to fill Suzanne’s position since she has resigned. The only response to the ad was Jim Theisen(Paul Coon is also interested in the position and has been interviewed.
A.) Planning Commission Terms Expiration Dates: 2004-Gloria Torello, Suzanne Bannister. 2005-Jack Middleton. 2006 Duane Hoffman.
Ralph stated that Gloria would accept another term on the Planning Commission.
No action taken at this time.
The board discussed the organization of the street lights.
NEW BUSINESS:
Leonard and Ralph met with the Road Commission on February 23, 2004. Weight restrictions for next spring on Allis and Hallenius Roads were discussed. Elmira Township will need to send a letter requesting the restrictions. Shoulder work will start in a few weeks, if any one sees erosion or pot holes on any road they should call the road commission.
Theresa reported that the computer in the township hall needs a new motherboard.
The City of Gaylord will host the next Township Association meeting on March 16, 2004 at 7:00 p.m. at the Fire Hall.
Young, Graham & Elsenheimer, P.C. offers a telephone retainer fee arrangement. The township may choose to pay a “telephone retainer” of $125.00 per month. This would give township officials unlimited access to the office through use of the telephone, fax machine and e-mail. The board reviewed past billings and decided not to use this option at this time.
The board reviewed and discussed the budget for 2004-2005.
Leonard made a motion that there will be no raises for any board member, assessor or any other employee of the township for the fiscal year 2004-2005. Seconded by Theresa and carried.
Leonard made a motion to accept the 2004-2005 budget. Seconded by Theresa and carried.
Susan made a motion to amend the General Fund-Township Board $1,241.61to come from the fund balance. Seconded by Theresa and carried.
Susan made a motion to amend the General Fund-Asessor $1,134.07 to come from the fund balance. Seconded by Leonard and carried.
Susan made a motion to amend the General Fund-Highways $3,524.35 to come from the fund balance. Seconded by Theresa and carried.
Susan made a motion to amend the General Fund-Treasurer $689.53 to come from the fund balance. Seconded by Leonard and carried.
Susan made a motion to amend the General Fund-Board of Revue $56.99 to come from the fund balance. Seconded by Theresa and carried.
There being no other business to come before the board Theresa made a motion to adjourn. Seconded by Susan and carried. Meeting adjourned at 8:50 p.m..
Susan Schaedig, Clerk
ELMIRA TOWNSHIP
COUNTY OF OTSEGO
ELMIRA, MICHIGAN
FEBRUARY 12, 2004
A regular meeting of the Elmira Township board was held on February 12, 2004 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, Trustees, Theresa Plachta and Leonard Skop. Treasurer, Diane Purgiel was absent. Others attending were Michael Rola, Linda and Amanda Gault and Assessor, Jill Kassuba.
Michael Rola, attorney for Linda Gault appeared before the board asking for a second request for passage of a resolution to also vacate a platted, unimproved portion of Garfield Avenue which was raised in discussion on January 8th when considering Ms. Gault’s request to vacate a portion of Jordan Street.
Leonard Skop made a motion in the form of a resolution that Elmira Township vacate that unimproved portion of Garfield Avenue, located in Block 4, Section 19, T31N, R4W, Elmira Township, located between Mt. Jack Road and Jordan Street. Seconded by Susan Schaedig and carried.
AYES: RALPH, SUSAN, LEONARD, THERESA NAYES: NONE
ABSENT: DIANE
UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
The board reviewed the Gaylord Community Schools Summer Tax Collection Agreement. The board was satisfied that all requirements of the motion made at the January 8th meeting were met. Agreement signed.
Ralph stated that the road millage being requested by the Otsego County Road Commission has been dropped because the city must be a part of it and they have a millage.
The check for membership to Sam’s Club has been sent but Ralph has not received a card as of this date.
The permanent, stand by generator is still an issue but not being actively pursued at this time.
The board discussed the two errors in the printing of Ordinance #6 in the Gaylord Herald Times. The Clerk was directed to contact the newspaper and have them reprint the ordinance.
TREASURER’S REPORT:
CD 103,115.07 Gen Fund 1st Nat’l 39,257.25 Gen Fund CD 83,295.69
Sue read Diane’s note to the board. She reminded the board that February 16, 2004 is the last day to pay taxes without any interest or penalties.
Diane enclosed a copy of the agreement with the Equalization Dept. There is a .60-cent per parcel increase for the assessor’s full service and a .30-cent per parcel increase for the treasurer’s full service. There will also be a 4% increase for each of the following two years(2005, 2006). This contract is not binding. Elmira Township may pull from this agreement at anytime.
Leonard made a motion to accept the Agreement for County Services provided by the Otsego County Equalization Department. This agreement is from April 1, 2004 to December 31, 2006 unless terminated in writing or if the Township breaches any provision of it.
ASSESSOR’S REPORT:
The board granted Jill’s request for her to print the Personal Property Tax Change Notices. She will mail them by March 1, 2004.
The 2004 March Board of Review for Elmira Township is:
March 8, 2004 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Monday
March 9, 2004 2:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Tuesday
Theresa made a motion in the form of a resolution to adopt the Elmira Township Poverty Guidelines Resolution. Seconded by Leonard and carried.
AYES: RALPH, SUSAN, LEONARD, THERESA NAYES: NONE
ABSENT: DIANE
Theresa made a motion to adopt the Federal Poverty Guidelines for 2004 Assessments and the Federal Poverty Eligibility Requirements for 2004 and 2005. Seconded by Leonard and carried unanimously.
Sue made a motion that the poverty exemptions may be petitioned at the March, July and December Board of Revues. Seconded by Leonard and carried.
NEW BUSINESS:
John Mulvihill, attorney representing the township on the Lamar lawsuit has left the firm of Bailey & Rossi. Mr. Gary Rossi has been assigned to handle the Lamar case.
The annual meeting with the Road Commission will be on February 23, 2004 at 10:00 a.m..
Leonard made a motion to reimburse James Theisen $660.00 for work on the assessor’s old and new laptop and advisement on other computer related questions. Seconded by Theresa and carried.
Sue made a motion to accept David Carson’s Potable Water System Operation Agreement from January 1, 2004 through December 31, 2004. Seconded by Theresa and carried.
Sue read a letter from Young, Graham & Elsenheimer, P.C.. Effective April 1, 2004 the hourly rate has been raised from $120.00 to $125.00. They also have telephone retainers. The Clerk will contact them for further information.
Leonard made a motion in the form of a resolution to encourage the County Board of Commissioners to support the Personal Property Audit. Seconded by Sue and carried.
AYES: RALPH, SUSAN, LEONARD NAYES: THERESA ABSENT: DIANE
Susan made a motion to adopt the Elmira Township Capitalization Policy. Effective March 1, 2004, the Township will capitalize all individual assets with a cost of $1,000 or more. Seconded by Leonard and carried.
The board discussed a possible wage increase and decided not to take any pay raises for 2004 due to the economy and revenue sharing decreases.
The board received Suzanne Bannister’s resignation from the Elmira Township Planning Commission. An ad will be placed in the Gaylord Herald Times seeking applicants.
READING OF THE BILLS:
1790 BS & A Software 420.00
1791 Herald Times 42.48
1792 Huff Excavating 315.00
1793 Dunn’s Business Solutions 61.47
1794 Gaylord Gas 216.81
1795 Great Lakes Energy 18.62
1796 Carquest 86.65
1797 Walmart 3.50
1798 Waste Management 56.74
1799 Otsego County Equalization Dept 123.87
1800 Jill Kassuba 73.58
1801 Dan Sevenski, reimb 5.08
1802 Diane Purgiel, reimb 625.54
1803 Ralph Robarge, reimb fax & computer use 25.00
1804 Dan Sevenski, hall cleaning 137.50 1805 John Middleton, PC meeting 50.00
1806 Suzanne Bannister, PC meeting 50.00
1807 Theresa Plachta, trustee 600.00
1808 Susan Schaedig, clerk 820.00
1809 Ron Geiger 163.52
1810 Ralph Robarge, supervisor 651.16
1811 Leonard Skop, trustee 160.00
1812 Jill Kassuba, assessor 1,432.43
1813 Gloria Torello, PC meeting 55.00
1814 Duane Hoffman, PC meeting 50.00
1815 Diane Purgiel, treasurer 1,310.00
1816 US Postal Service, postage 37.00
1817 US Postal Service, postage 518.00
1818 US Postal Service, postage 111.00
1819 Gaylord Gas, Inc 205.75
1820 Young, Graham & Elsenheimer, P.C. 24.00
1821 Ralph Robarge, reimb 314.85
1822 Theresa Plachta, hall rental 25.00
1823 Ralph Robarge, MTA convention 330.00
1824 Theresa Plachta, Jt twp mtg 110.00
1825 Susan Schaedig, Jt twp mtg 110.00
1826 Ralph Robarge, Jt twp mtg 110.00
1827 Leonard Skop, Jt twp mtg 110.00
1828 Diane Purgiel, Jt twp mtg 110.00
1829 Great Lakes Energy 257.93
1830 Century Tel 95.72
1831 Otsego County Officers Association, dues, EA 450.00
1832 David Carson, potable water system operation 200.00
1833 First National Bank of Gaylord, taxes 844.89
1834 James Theisen, compute assistance 660.00
1835 NEMCOG 296.97
1836 M C Planning & Design 1,389.93
1837 Christine Wells, hall dep refund 50.00
13,914.99
Leonard made a motion to pay the bills, seconded by Theresa and carried.
There being no further business to come before the board, Theresa made a motion to adjourn. Seconded by Leonard and carried. Meeting adjourned at 9:15 p.m.
Susan Schaedig, Clerk
ELMIRA TOWNSHIP
COUNTY OF OTSEGO
ELMIRA, MICHIGAN
JANUARY 8, 2004
A regular meeting of the Elmira Township board was held on January 8, 2004 at the Elmira Township hall commencing at 7:07 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, Trustee, Leonard Skop and Trustee, Theresa Plachta. Treasurer, Diane Purgiel was absent. Others attending were Gloria Torello, Bob and Jean Brown, Linda Gault, Mike Rola, Ron Geiger, Gail Peters and Al Bentz.
Attorney Mike Rola, representing Linda Gault, appeared before the board petitioning the vacating of a portion of Jordan Street, a platted, unimproved section not certified as a public road between Garfield Avenue and Mt. Jack Road. Ms. Gault desires to construct a residence on her property, but due to property size restrictions and the platted portion of Jordan Street is unable to do so.
Susan Schaedig made a motion in the form of a resolution that the unimproved portion of Jordan Street, located in Block 4, Section 19, T31N, R 4W, Elmira Township, located between Garfield Avenue and Mt. Jack Road is deemed vacated. Seconded by Leonard and carried.
AYES: RALPH ROBARGE, SUSAN SCHAEDIG, LEONARD SKOP, THERESA PLACHTA
NAYES: NONE
ABSENT: DIANE PURGIEL
Leonard made a motion to accept the minutes as read. Seconded by Theresa and carried.
TREASURER’S REPORT:
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Sue read an informational letter prepared by Diane in regard to the townships collecting the school’s tax during the summer. At a meeting on January 5th the following was discussed: Reimbursement of $2.50 per parcel for all townships and the city to be paid September 15th through September 30th. The townships and the city keep the interest. Fifty per cent of the Gaylord Community School’s tax only to be collected.
Diane encouraged the township to vote on this issue and to put the stipulation that all townships, the city and the school board agree.
Theresa made a motion in the form of a resolution that Elmira Township will agree to collect 50% of Gaylord Community Schools taxes in the summer if all townships, the city and the school board agree that the collection fee be $2.50 per parcel. Reimbursement to be September 15th through September 30th. Seconded by Leonard and carried.
AYES: RALPH ROBARGE, SUSAN SCHAEDIG, THERESA PLACHTA, LEONARD SKOP
NAYES: NONE ABSENT: DIANE PURGIEL
James Purgiel will be assisting Diane with tax roll preparation, i.e. stuffing envelopes etc.
ORDINANCE OFFICER:
Ron reported that there has been nothing new.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
Leonard answered the board’s questions in regard to the Otsego County Road Commission’s request for a county wide tax proposal for 1 mill for five years. It would be placed on the August primary ballot. This money would not be used for maintenance but for upgrades and resurfacing only; money collected in a Township is spent only in that township and carried over into the next year if not spent; Township keeps the interest; Township will provide a list of roads to upgrade(local or primary); OCRC will maintain a running balance of the expenses and fund balance for each Township. The millage would generate about $55,000.00.
A letter from Mike Roper was read. He asked the township for a resolution of support for the County Wide Millage.
Leonard made a motion in the form of a resolution that Elmira Township supports the efforts of the Otsego County Road Commission to present a tax proposal for 1 mill for five years to be on the August Primary ballot in 2004 and for the tax to start in 2004. Seconded by Theresa and carried.
AYES: RALPH, SUSAN, LEONARD, THERESA
NAYES: NONE ABSENT: DIANE PURGIEL
Sam’s Club representative, Gail Peters explained the use of a business club membership. Cost of the yearly membership fee is $30.00 and will be tax exempt. Checks or a credit card accepted. Ralph will be the main card holder but other board members may use it.
Prior to the board meeting the board and Gloria Torello of the PC interviewed Paul Coon and Jack Middleton separately for the vacant Elmira Township Planning Commission position.
The board discussed the interviews and also asked for Gloria’s recommendation. Leonard made a motion to appoint Jack Middleton to the Elmira Township PC. Seconded by Theresa and carried.
The Nuisance Ordinances have been published in the Gaylord Herald Times. Bob Brown brought it to the board’s attention that there were errors in the printing of the ordinances.
NEW BUSINESS:
Leonard made a motion to allow any Board of Review member, assessor and the Supervisor to attend the BOR training, Session A ,on February 17, 2004 at the Grayling Holiday Inn from 1:00 p.m. till 4:00 p.m.. Wages, mileage and registration to be paid by the township. Seconded by Theresa and carried.
The next township association meeting will be held on January 20th at Otsego Lake Township hall.
The Elmira-Warner joint township meeting will be held on January 15th at 7:00 p.m.
The Otsego County Economic Alliance will hold meetings on January 19th at 5:30 p.m., February 17th at 5:30 p.m. and March 15th at 5:30 p.m..
Sue made a motion to amend the General Fund-Township Board $7,500 to come from the fund balance. Seconded by Theresa and carried.
READING OF THE BILLS:
1753 James Purgiel, assist treasurer 42.50
1754 Roderick Wright, BOR-December 50.00
1755 Theresa Plachta, Trustee-Jan mtg 110.00
1756 Susan Schaedig, Clerk 820.00
1757 Sandra Purgiel, assist treasurer 140.00
1758 Ron Geiger, ordinance officer , Liquor Insp 163.52
1759 Ralph Robarge, Supv 601.16
1760 Leonard Skop,Trustee, Jan mtg 160.00
1761 Jill Kassuba, assessor 1,392.43
1762 Eugene Fleming, BOR 50.00
1763 Diane Purgiel, Treasurer 820.00
1764 Dan Sevenski, hall cleaning 112.50
1765 Cynthia Prusakiewicz, BOR 50.00
1766 Dunn’s Business Solutions 42.00
1767 Diane Purgiel, reimb 66.85
1768 Waste Management 56.57
1769 Gaylord Gas, Inc 99.95
1770 Herald Times 680.13
1771 Wal Mart 5.06
1772 Great Lakes Energy 124.70
1773 Huff Excavating, snowplowing 146.25
1774 U.S. Postal Service, postage 111.00
1775 Ralph Robarge, reimb fax & computer 25.00
1776 Warner Township, Maple Hill Cemetery mowings 200.00
1777 Young, Graham, Elsenheimer, P.C. 8.00
1778 First National Bank of Gaylord, Dec taxes 655.55
1779 Diane Purgiel, meals MTA convention 100.00
1780 Theresa Plachta, meals MTA convention 100.00
1781 Ralph Robarge, meals MTA convention 100.00
1782 Sam’s Club, primary business membership 30.00
1783 Otsego County Equalization Dept, Dec maint 123.87
1784 State of Michigan, Oct, Nov, Dec taxes 515.70
1785 CenturyTel 95.72
1786 Jennie Techel, hall dep refund 50.00
1787 Great Lakes Energy 267.05
1788 Michigan Township’s Association, BOR training 280.00
1789 First National Bank of Gaylord 650.07
9,045.58
Leonard made a motion to pay the bills. Seconded by Theresa and carried.
There being no further business to come before the board, Leonard made a motion to adjourn. Seconded by Theresa and carried. Meeting adjourned at 8:55 p.m.
Susan Schaedig, Clerk
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