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ELMIRA TOWNSHIP
OTSEGO COUNTY
ELMIRA, MICHIGAN
DECEMBER 14, 2006
A regular meeting of the Elmira Township Board was held on December 14, 2006 at 7:00 p.m. with Supervisor, Diane Franckowiak calling the meeting to order with the Pledge of Allegiance.
All members present. Ron and Michelle Geiger, Gene Fleming, Mike Roper, Loretta Smith and Assessor, Jill Kassuba were also in attendance.
Diane Purgiel made a motion to accept the minutes as corrected. Seconded by Theresa and carried unanimously.
Mike Roper of the Otsego County Road Commission stated that a portion of Mt Jack Road, 1.4 miles from Skop Road to the first driveway around the curve to the left has verbally been declared a Rural Collector and is available to receive safety funds if applied for by March 1, 2007. The funds are awarded in June or July.
The estimated 2008 construction cost with a 15% contingency would be about $538,307.00. Eighty percent would be Federal Safety Funds(not to exceed $400,000.00) and a local match(Elmira Township) would be about $138,307.00. Mr Roper stated that the OCRC would take care of the engineering fees which may be about $8,000.
If the grant would be denied application would be made again in 2008.
Leonard made a motion to provide the 20% match for the proposed 2008 Mt Jack Road Project upon success of obtaining Federal Safety Funds and that the township’s match should not exceed the $138,307 estimate. Seconded by Theresa and carried unanimously.
Loretta Smith addressed the board in regard to an extension of Franckowiak Road since she may no longer use a right of way starting in the spring of 07. Diane F directed her question to Mr. Roper.
ASSESSOR’S REPORT:
Jill reported two land divisions have been approved. Clark-Adkins, 5594 West M-32 and Shaff on Theisen Road.
Reviewed Equalization Ratios: Ag 47.32%, Commercial 46.78% and Residential 47.28%
December BOR was completed on December 12th with 8 petitions. Six corrections were made to PRE/Qualified Ag Exemption Status changes, 1 poverty exemption claim and 1 correction as a clerical error.
Jill met with Michael Golett, State Tax Commission District 2 Supervisor who conducted the 14 Point revue. Elmira Township is in compliance with the General Property Tax Act and the State Tax Commission Rules. Jill discussed with the board the six areas to correct. Diane F and Susan received the results from Kelli Sobel, Executive Secretary, State Tax Commission.
ORDINANCE OFFICER REPORT:
Ron stated that he has been deputized by Sheriff McBride. He has resolved two of the three complaints. He received a thankyou note from the Billideaus.
PLANNING COMMISSION REPORT:
Leonard presented copies of the draft of the Master Plan to the board members.
TREASURER’S REPORT:
CD 67,625.40 B of NM CD 102,383.34 CD 99,351.83 CD 104,974.71
Gen Fund 55,728.22 TOTAL 430,063.50
Diane reported that she had several bad address and had tax bills returned. She received a letter from the law offices of Jermaine Wyrick stating that from a legal standpoint, Gerald Kyles stringently objects to the lien and the $5,209.21 that you claim is owed.
READING OF THE BILLS:
3052 Theresa Plachta, trustee 116.75
3053 Susan Schaedig, Clerk salary 919.90
3054 Ron Geiger, Ordinance officer, Liquor Inspector 219.99
3055 Leonard Skop, Trustee 276.75
3056 John Middleton, PC 110.00
3057 John Ernst, PC 110.00
3058 Jill Kassuba, Assessor 1,514.20
3059 James Theisen, PC 110.00
3060 Gloria Torello, PC 130.00
3061 Duane Hoffman, PC 110.00
3062 Diane Purgiel, Treasurer 869.90
3063 Diane Franckowiak, Supervisor 712.75
3064 Dan Sevenski, hall cleaning 100.00
3065 MMTA, treasurer registration 35.00
3066 Diane Jaroneski, hall dep refund 50.00
3067 Diane Franckowiak, reimb use computer & fax 25.00
3068 Susan Schaedig, reimb mileage 7.12
3069 Diane Purgiel, reimb 84.22
3070 Jill Kassuba, reimb 210.93
3071 Carquest 95.33
3072 Walmart 8.79
3073 Great Lakes Energy 21.56
3074 Waste Management 60.15
3075 Dunn’s Business Solutions, copies 75.60
3076 D & H Excavating, snowplowing 64.50
3077 Fidlar Companies, test deck, registration cards, citations 246.67
3078 Susan Schaedig, reimb internet 42.99
3079 VOID
3080 Theresa Plachta, reimb internet 53.40
3081 Young, Graham & Elsenheimer, PC 27.00
3082 Roderick Wright, reimb 53.03
3083 Home Depot 63.57
3084 Great Lakes Energy 306.17
3085 Centurytel 95.94
3086 Holton’s LP Gas 357.64
3087 Roderick Wright, BOR, hall maintenance 281.00
3088 Eugene Fleming, BOR 50.00
3089 Cynthia Prusakiewicz, BOR 50.00
3090 Michigan Dept of Treasury, taxes 600.97
3091 Waste Management 60.31
3092 Water Systems Management 119.81
3093 Independent Bank, taxes Dec 799.01
9,245.95
Theresa made a motion to pay the bills. Seconded by Diane P and carried.
NEW BUSINESS:
Diane F. made a motion to reappoint Eugene Fleming, Cynthia Prusakiewicz and Roderick Wright to the Elmira Township Board of Revue. Seconded by Leonard and carried unanimously.
Leonard made a motion to pay for the registration and wages to allow the Supervisor, Assessor and Board of Revue members to attend the BOR class in February. Seconded by Sue and carried unanimously.
The next Township Association meeting will be held in Elmira on January 15, 2006.
There 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 8:55 p.m..
Susan Schaedig, Clerk
ELMIRA TOWNSHIP
OTSEGO COUNTY
ELMIRA, MICHIGAN
NOVEMBER 9, 2006
A regular meeting of the Elmira Township Board was held on November 9, 2006 at 7:00 p.m. with Supervisor, Diane Franckowiak calling the meeting to order with the Pledge of Allegiance.
All members present. Ron Geiger, Ordinance Officer and Jeff Ratcliff were also in attendance.
Leonard made a motion as corrected. Seconded by Diane P and carried.
Jeff Ratcliff discussed the purpose of the US EPA Brownfield Redevelopment Grant. A master list of potentially high risk contamination and high development potential will be identified in Otsego County. The grant is 100%.
Diane P made a motion in the form of a Resolution in Support of the Otsego County Brownfield Redevelopment Authority in the submittal of a grant application to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency for a community-wide brownfield assessment grant. Seconded by Leonard and carried unanimously.
AYES: Diane Franckowiak, Susan Schaedig, Diane Purgiel, Leonard Skop, Theresa Plachta.
NAYES: None ABSENT: None
ORDINANCE OFFICER REPORT:
Ron stated that the vehicle complaint in Franklin Farms has been resolved. He has emailed Dorothy Layman in regard to Northern Land/aka James R Hall.
FIRE AUTHORITY:
Diane F reported that the proposed budget was reviewed.
ASSESSOR:
The State Tax Commission has scheduled a November 15th 9:30 a.m. meeting regarding our 14-point review. Will update next month. One of the points consists of holding office hours. If office hours are held it is required that a resolution be posted with the steps for scheduling a meeting with the assessor. Jill will try to obtain a sample copy from the reviewer for future reference.
Reviewing residential sales study that was compiled by the Equalization Department. Currently consists of 38 sales in which our ratio has been determined to be 45.78%. She is verifying sales for arm length transactions and completed new construction buildings.
December Board of Review needs to be scheduled for December 12, 2006 and posted. We have two homesteads corrections at this time.
PLANNING COMMISSION:
Robert Huppert, owner of Railside Bar & Grill is requesting a permit to install a billboard across the street from the Railside on property owned by Gone11(Frank Zaremba).
Sue made a motion to recommend to the Otsego County Zoning Board to approve putting up an auxiliary sign as long as it stays under the size of a billboard, no bigger than 32 square feet, obtains a legally binding contract with Frank Zaremba, liability insurance and fits within the Otsego County Zoning Ordinance. Elmira Township assumes no liability and this issue may be re-visited in the future if new information becomes available. Seconded by Theresa and carried unanimously.
TREASURER’S REPORT:
CD 67,625.40 CD 102,383.34 CD 99,351.83 CD 104,974.71
GEN FUND 66,734.02 TOTAL 441,069.30
Diane stated that Gerald Kyles will not accept the certified letter regarding the lien on his property; 1987 was the last time a township millage was put on the ballot and she recommended to wait until January to start making changes to the Policies and Procedures book.
READING OF THE BILLS:
3004 Theresa Plachta, trustee 116.75
3005 Susan Schaedig, clerk wages 869.90
3006 Diane Purgiel, treasurer wages 869.90
3007 Diane Franckowiak, Supv wages 712.75
3008 Ron Geiger, ordinance officer, Liquor Inspector 219.99
3009 Leonard Skop, trustee 226.75
3010 Jill Kassuba, assessor wages 1,434.20
3011 Dan Sevenski, hall cleaning 225.00
3012 Theresa Plachta, Sept & Oct internet service 53.40
3013 Spartan Sewer & Septic, pumped septic tank 140.00
3014 Diane Franckowiak, reimb use computer & fax 25.00
3015 Northern Michigan Speedway, hall dep refund 50.00
3016 Sam’s Club, membership renewal 35.00
3017 Great Lakes Energy 21.56
3018 Waste Management 60.07
3019 Young, Graham & Elsenheimer, Gerald Kyles 108.00
3020 Diane Purgiel, reimb 128.63
3021 Duane Hoffman, Oct PC meeting 110.00
3022 Doreen Ostrander 194.85
3023 John Middleton, Oct PC meeting 110.00
3024 John Ernst, Oct PC meeting 110.00
3025 James Theisen, Oct PC meeting 110.00
3026 Gloria Torello, Oct PC meeting 130.00
3027 Mark Rygwelski, lawn mowing 305.00
3028 Barbara Fleming , election inspector 136.00
3029 Janelle Crawford, election inspector 136.00
3030 Margaret Hall, election inspector 154.27
3031 Fidlar Companies 159.17
3032 Carquest 133.53
3033 Michigan Dept of Treasury, Boiler inspection 65.00
3034 United States Postal Service, treasurer, postage 117.00
3035 Postmaster, PO Box fee 38.00
3036 Leonard Skop, Special PC meeting 110.00
3037 James Theisen, special PC meeting 110.00
3038 Gloria Torello, special PC meeting 130.00
3039 Duane Hoffman, special PC meeting 110.00
3040 Holton’s LP gas 511.62
3041 Otsego County Equalization Dept , 1515 parcels 1,208.82
3042 Susan Schaedig, election 72.00
3043 Susan Schaedig, reimb 29.74
3044 Gaylord Community Schools Food Service 12.20
3045 Doreen Ostrander, reimb 13.35
3046 Susan Schaedig, reimb internet service 42.99
3047 Independent Bank, Nov 06 taxes 810.63
3048 United States Postal Service, postage-taxes 514.80
3049 Great Lakes Energy 345.36
3050 CenturyTel 85.94
3051 United States Postal Service, postage-taxes 11.55
11,424.72
Diane P 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 unanimously. Meeting adjourned at 8:35 p.m..
Susan Schaedig, Clerk
ELMIRA TOWNSHIP
OTSEGO COUNTY
ELMIRA, MICHIGAN
OCTOBER 12, 2006
A regular meeting of the Elmira Township Board was held on October 12, 2006 at 7:00 p.m. with Supervisor, Diane Franckowiak calling the meeting to order with the Pledge of Allegiance.
All members present. Ron Geiger, Ordinance Officer, Al Bentz, Commissioner, Jill Kassuba, Assessor, Phil Alexander, Roger Rasmussen and over thirty residents were also in attendance.
Leonard made a motion to accept the minutes as presented. Seconded by Theresa and carried.
Phil Alexander from the MSU Extension explained that a task force has been formed to address the nitrates found in private wells in Otsego County, including the wells at the south end of Camp Ten Road in Elmira Township. Twelve wells would be monitored and he wanted to know if there was any interest in a meeting to address the issue. The task force will meet in December and he would schedule a public meeting sometime after that.
Several residents in attendance expressed their concerns and were interested in attending the meeting.
Phyllis Huff stated that six wells on Camp Ten Road had been found to have high nitrate levels and was concerned as to why this was happening.
ASSESSOR’S REPORT:
Jill has started field work for the 2006 building permits and continues to update photos as she goes along. She has not heard anything from the State Tax Commission regarding the 14 point review.
State Tax Commission cases:
Leo Francis-no information regarding his appeal
Norbert Skibinski-assessor is directed to enter the net increase in approved assessed value and/or taxable value for each year corrected.
Michigan Tax Tribunal cases:
Fred Britt(judgment that the taxable and assessed values remain as assessor warranted)
Consumers Power-they have suggested that we review their recommendation of attached stipulation/Jill thought she would send to our township attorney for their review.
ORDINANCE OFFICER REPORT:
Ron reported that the house on Buell Road is gone and land is for sale. Nothing has been happening on the burned out trailer. The Northern Land owner is not Bill Cogswell but thought to be owned by a Mr. Chaffee.
He also requested more copies of the ordinances.
PLANNING COMMISSION:
Leonard stated that Michael Hickey of Camp Sancta Maria is requesting a special use permit for a camper cabin to replace a previous cabin. There will be no plumbing or septic.
Leonard made a motion to approve Camp Sancta Maria’s request for a special use permit for a camper cabin only at 5361 W M 32, Gaylord, MI parcel code 38-6086752. Seconded by Theresa and carried unanimously.
The Railside Bar is seeking to place a sign but there are too many obstacles. They currently have a sign across M-32 on the Zaremba property.
FIRE AUTHORITY:
Diane F made a motion to appoint Kristine Francis to a three year appointment to the Elmira-Warner Fire Authority. Seconded by Leonard and carried unanimously.
TREASURER’S REPORT:
CD 67,625.40 CD 102,383.34 CD 99,351.83 CD 104,974.71
Gen Fund 54,501.73 TOTAL 428,837.01
OLD BUSINESS:
Sue suggested contacting Dan Sevenski to empty the garbage at the park when it is in use.
NEW BUSINESS:
The board discussed pumping of the septic tank at the hall. Spartan Septic will be contacted.
Diane F made a motion to contract with Doug Francis for snowplowing for the 2006-2007 season. Price will remain the same as last year(43.00/hr for plowing, 55.00/hr to move snow piles). Seconded by Diane P. and carried unanimously.
Sue made a motion to adopt a credit card resolution. Seconded by Diane P and carried unanimously. AYES: Diane F, Susan S, Diane P, Leonard S, Theresa P
NAYES: NONE ABSENT: NONE
Sue made a motion to adopt the 2006 Tax Rate Request. Allocated .8924 Voted Fire .9878. Seconded by Leonard and carried unanimously.
Sue made a motion to appoint Doreen Ostrander, Peggy Hall, Barbara Fleming, Janelle Crawford and Susan Schaedig as election inspectors for the November 7, 2006 General Election. Seconded by Theresa and carried unanimously.
Sue made a motion to allow any board member to attend the 2007 MTA convention in Detroit. Registration fees, hotel, per diem, mileage and a 100.00 expense to be paid by the township. Seconded by Leonard and carried unanimously.
Leonard made a motion to participate in a County Wide Hazardous Waste Pickup. Seconded by Diane P and carried unanimously.
The next Township Association meeting will be held on November 21, 2006 at Dover.
READING OF THE BILLS:
2973 United States Postal Service 31.50
2974 Susan Schaedig, Clerk’s Salary 919.90
2975 VOID
2976 Ron Geiger, Ordinance Officer, Liquor Inspector 219.99
2977 Theresa Plachta, Trustee 116.75
2978 Leonard Skop, Trustee, PC 276.75
2979 John Middleton, PC 110.00
2980 John Ernst, PC 110.00
2981 Jill Kassuba, assessor 1,544.20
2982 James Theisen, PC 110.00
2983 Gloria Torello, PC 130.00
2984 Diane Purgiel, Treasurer 919.90
2985 Diane Franckowiak, Supervisor 737.75
2986 Dan Sevenski, hall cleaning 112.50
2987 Young, Graham & Elsenheimer, P.C., Kyles 311.00
2988 Diane Franckowiak, reimb use fax & computer 25.00
2989 Diane Purgiel, reimb 102.13
2990 Nick Purgiel, assist treasurer 67.50
2991 Jill Kassuba, reimb mileage 242.97
2992 Waste Management 60.59
2993 Great Lakes Energy 54.81
2994 Election Systems Software, ink cartridge 30.00
2995 Michigan Dept of Treasury, July, Aug, Sept taxes 822.77
2996 Dunn’s Business Solutions 111.09
2997 Jeanne Puroll, hall dep refund 50.00
2998 Susan Schaedig, reimb 42.99
2999 United States Postal Service 117.00
3000 United States Postal Service 47.80
3001 Great Lakes Energy 314.90
3002 Independent Bank, taxes-Oct 716.85
3003 CenturyTel 85.94
8,542.58
Theresa made a motion to pay the bills. Seconded by Diane P and carried unanimously.
There being no further business to come before the board, Theresa made a motion to adjourn. Seconded by Leonard and carried unanimously. Meeting adjourned at 8:35 p.m..
Susan Schaedig, Clerk
ELMIRA TOWNSHIP
OTSEGO COUNTY
ELMIRA, MICHIGAN
SEPTEMBER 14, 2006
A regular meeting of the Elmira Township Board was held on September 14, 2006 at 7:05 p.m. with Supervisor, Diane Franckowiak calling the meeting to order with the Pledge of Allegiance.
All board members present. Others present were Judge, Janet Allen, Assessor, Jill Kassuba, Al Bentz and Ron Geiger.
Leonard made a motion to accept the minutes as presented. Seconded by Theresa and carried unanimously.
Judge, Janet Allen appeared before the board asking for support for her re-election.
ASSESSOR’S REPORT:
Updated the computer in the office and it holds proper back up date for the 2006-2007 assessment rolls. Lap top computer hard drive failed but it has been repaired by Alpine Computers.
Michigan Tax Tribunal Cases:
Fred Britt- judgment that the taxable and assessed values remain as assessor warranted
Bob Brown- teleconference scheduled for September 12th but petitioner requested an in person conference.
Norbert Skibinski-hearing scheduled for September 26th in Lansing. Assessor will attend.
FIRE AUTHORITY:
Diane F reported that a fuel filter was the problem on the old ambulance and has since been delivered to the Otsego County Dive team.
Sean Mason’s appointment to the Fire Authority is up in October.
TREASURER’S REPORT:
CD 64,000.00 CD 101,197.53 CD 99,351.83 CD 104,974.71
GENERAL FUND 51,352.92 TOTAL 420,876.99
READING OF THE BILLS:
2940 Susan Schaedig, Clerk’s salary 869.90
2941 Diane Purgiel, Summer tax collection salary 1,716.68
2942 Diane Purgiel, treasurer’s salary 869.90
2943 Diane Franckowiak, Supervisor’s salary 687.75
2944 Theresa Plachta, Trustee 116.75
2945 Ron Geiger, ordinance officer, Liquor inspector 219.99
2946 Leonard Skop, Trustee & Planning Commission 226.75
2947 John Ernst, Planning Commission 110.00
2948 Jill Kassuba, assessor’s salary 1,434.20
2949 James Theisen, Planning Commission 110.00
2950 Gloria Torello, Planning Commission 130.00
2951 Duane Hoffman, Planning Commission 110.00
2952 Dan Sevenski, hall cleaning 112.50
2953 Keskine, Cook, Miller, Smith & Alexander, audit 3,045.00
2954 Diane Franckowiak, reimb 25.00
2955 Diane Purgiel, reimb 116.17
2956 Nick Purgiel, assist treasurer 22.50
2957 Alpine Computer, repair assessor’s computer 174.99
2958 Jill Kassuba, mileage 99.68
2959 Waste Management 61.49
2960 Great Lakes Energy 20.35
2961 Young, Graham & Elsenheimer, Jerry Kyles 337.50
2962 Municipal Underwriters of Mich 7,876.00
2963 Complete Lawn Care 305.00
2964 Wal Mart 42.03
2965 VOID
2966 United States Postal Service, stamps 195.00
2967 Charter Communications, internet 42.99
2968 Great Lakes Energy 271.81
2969 Dunn’s Business Solutions 64.98
2970 CenturyTel 86.22
2971 DEQ, water testing 14.00
2972 Independent Bank, taxes-Sept 932.75
20,497.88
Diane P made a motion to pay the bills, seconded by Theresa and carried unanimously.
NEW BUSINESS:
The board discussed pouring a cement pad for basketball hoops at the park. Prices for a half court and a full court will be obtained.
Options for garbage pickup at the park during the summer were discussed.
The next Township Association meeting will be held on Tuesday, September 19, 2006 at Corwith Township Hall.
ORDINANCE OFFICER’S REPORT:
Ron reported that Bill Cogswell of Northern Land Company is the possible owner of the building in Elmira that needs to be removed.
The out building at the corner of Buell Rd and M-32 is being demolished and the home is being fixed up for selling.
The mobile home complaint is being gutted and cleaned up.
There being no further business to come before the board, Diane P made a motion to adjourn. Seconded by Theresa and carried unanimously. Meeting adjourned at 8:15 p.m..
Susan Schaedig, Clerk
ELMIRA TOWNSHIP
OTSEGO COUNTY
ELMIRA, MICHIGAN
AUGUST 10, 2006
A regular meeting of the Elmira Township Board was held on August 10, 2006 at 7:00 p.m. with Supervisor, Diane Franckowiak calling the meeting to order with the Pledge of Allegiance.
All board members were present.
The minutes were accepted as corrected.
ASSESSOR’S REPORT:
Jill is requesting clarification on the Agricultural Form she had intended to send to the agricultural property owners. She is hoping to use the form with suggested modifications for an INTERVIEW only. She can ask the questions and complete the forms with the information the property owner shares via phone or in person.
The 14 point review has not been conducted by the Assessing/Certification Division as of yet.
PLANNING COMMISSION:
The review has been done for the Village of Elmira. The PC has received a copy of the new proposed Otsego County Zoning Ordinance.
FIRE AUTHORITY:
A resolution was passed by the FA to Establish the Elmira-Warner Fire Department Structure, Responsibility and Accountability.
Diane F. reported that the old ambulance that was given to the Otsego County Dive team won’t start. They plan on fixing it so it will start. May need a new carburetor or fuel tanks.
TREASURER REPORT:
CD 64,000.00 CD 101,197.53 CD 99,351.83 CD 104,974.71
General Fund 49,469.49 TOTAL 418,993.56
READING OF THE BILLS:
2890 Sara Schaedig, deputy clerk 300.00
2891 Susan Schaedig, Clerk 1,182.90
2892 Doreen Ostrander, election & cleaning 390.50
2893 Roderick Wright 457.00
2894 Dan Sevenski, hall cleaning 125.00
2895 Diane Purgiel, treasurer 919.90
2896 Diane Purgiel, reimb 21.97
2897 Diane Purgiel, summer tax collection salary 1,716.66
2898 Theresa Plachta, trustee 216.75
2899 Susan Schaedig, reimb 105.03
2900 Diane Franckowiak, reimb use fax & computer 25.00
2901 Barbara Fleming, election 157.25
2902 Margaret Hall, election 161.50
2903 Janelle Crawfore, election 144.50
2904 Duane Hoffman, reimb 38.41
2905 Theresa Plachta, reimb internet 205.15
2906 Nick Purgiel, assist treasurer 32.50
2907 Doreen Ostrander, reimb 40.05
2908 WalMart 76.94
2909 Pat & Buds 5.50
2910 Roderick Wright, reimb 26.37
2911 Great Lakes Energy 20.35
2912 Waste Management 58.87
2913 Dunn’s Business Solutions 25.99
2914 Mark Rygwelski, mowing 140.00
2915 United Building Centers 43.45
2916 Gaylord Herald Times 46.48
2917 BS & A Software, equalizer support 445.00
2918 Michigan Assessors Association 75.00
2919 Cynthia Prusakiewicz, BOR 50.00
2920 Ron Geiger, ordinance officer, liquor inspector 219.99
2921 Leonard Skop, trustee 276.75
2922 John Middleton, PC 110.00
2923 Jill Kassuba, assessor 1,434.20
2924 James Theisen, PC 110.00
2925 Gloria Torello, PC 130.00
2926 Eugene Fleming, BOR 50.00
2927 Duane Hoffman, PC 160.00
2928 Diane Franckowiak, supervisor 737.75
2929 United States Postal Service 78.00
2930 Sally Barnes, hall dep refund 50.00
2931 Tom Marker, hall dep refund 50.00
2932 A.R.M. Chapter 26, hall dep refund 50.00
2933 Charter Communications, internet service-clerk 28.42
2934 Independent Bank, August taxes 1,113.78
2935 Fidlar Companies 72.15
2936 Great Lakes Energy 292.10
2937 Great Lakes Energy 32.70
2938 Accident Fund 786.00
2939 Centurytel 86.22
13,122.08
Diane P made a motion to pay the bills. Seconded by Theresa and carried unanimously.
Diane F announced that there will be a meeting on 8-15 at 9:00 a.m. at the University Center regarding the groundwater tests in Elmira and Johannesburg.
NEW BUSINESS
Holton’s Propane has given a price of 1.54 for propane for the 2006-2007 heating season. The township will continue to purchase propane from Holtons.
There being no further business to come before the board Leonard made a motion to adjourn. Seconded by Theresa and carried. Meeting adjourned at 8:47 p.m.
Susan Schaedig, Clerk
ELMIRA TOWNSHIP
COUNTY OF OTSEGO
ELMIRA, MICHIGAN
JULY 13, 2006
A regular meeting of the Elmira Township board was held on July 13, 2006 at the Elmira Township hall commencing at 7:05 p.m. with Supervisor, Diane Franckowiak calling the meeting to order with the Pledge of Allegiance.
All board members were present. Others attending were Ron Geiger, Lee Marvin and Dave Marvin, Jill Kassuba and John Ernst.
Leonard made a motion to accept the minutes of the preceding meeting. Seconded by Theresa and carried.
ASSESSOR’S REPORT:
Elmira Township has been randomly selected by the State Tax Commission to be reviewed by the Certification Division field staff on assessment administration practices, procedures and records in a Standardized 14-Point Review.
The July Board of Review will be held on 7-18-2006 at 9:00 a.m.. There will be one poverty case and Jill has four other corrections.
All assessment rolls on township office computer installed 2000-2006 & 2007 working roll.
Two land divisions were Paul & Marilyn Kacznowski and Robert & Elizabeth Warner.
Jill & Diane P have been looking into printing the tax bills. There are continuing address issues, the warrant was not issued until June 28th and the township has better records. They are hoping to start next summer.
ORDINANCE OFFICER:
Ron stated that he has one new complaint. The Mench property has been foreclosed, Scott Patton of Boyne Falls has a mobile home and he stated that he has spoken to the fire department and it would be taken care of. Ron will try contacting him.
He has also e-mailed Dorothy on the Northern Land building.
FIRE AUTHORITY:
Diane F stated that there will be a resolution to establish Fire Department accountability instead of an ordinance. The issue of the old ambulance has been resolved. It will be donated to the dive team in Otsego County.
TREASURER’S REPORT:
Diane P stated that the seminar in Marquette was well worth attending.
Mike Heslip has two different legal descriptions on the same property and has threatened to sue the township if it isn’t taken care of. The township has the correct one but Equalization’s is incorrect. Diane P will work to resolve the problem.
CD’s 64,000.00 101,197.53 99,351.83 104,974.71 Gen Fund 57,334.06 TOTAL 426,858.13
READING OF THE BILLS:
2846 United States Post Office, taxroll prep 507.00
2847 United States Post Office, taxroll prep 268.53
2848 United States Post Office, elections 63.00
2849 Susan Schaedig, clerk’s salary 979.90
2850 Diane Purgiel, treasurer’s salary 1,089.90
2851 VOID 2852 VOID
2853 Diane Purgiel, reimb 353.15
2854 Diane Purgiel, summer tax collection salary 1,716.66
2855 Susan Schaedig, reimb 58.74
2856 Diane Franckowiak, reimb use fax & computer 25.00
2857 Dan Sevenski, hall cleaning 104.99
2858 Theresa Plachta, trustee salary 116.75
2859 Ron Geiger, ordinance officer, liquor inspector 219.99
2860 Leonard Skop, trustee salary 223.46
2861 VOID
2862 Jill Kassuba, assessor salary 1,514.20
2863 John Middleton, PC meeting 110.00
2864 John Ernst, PC meeting 110.00
2865 James Theisen, PC meeting 110.00
2866 Gloria Torello, PC meeting 130.00
2867 Duane Hoffman, PC meeting 110.00
2868 Doreen Ostrander, Automark class 100.00
2869 Diane Franckowiak, supervisor’s salary 787.75
2870 Debra Lamberson, hall dep refund 50.00
2871 Jill Kassuba, mileage 98.79
2872 Ron Geiger, mileage, postage, copies 75.15
2873 Mark Rygwelski, mowing 370.00
2874 Patricia Robarge, hall dep refund 50.00
2875 Waste Management 58.66
2876 Dunn’s Business Solutions, contract 46.60
2877 Great Lakes Energy 54.81
2878 Mid North Printing, envelopes 47.90
2879 Independent Bank, July taxes 906.78
2880 Michigan Association of Planning, John Ernst 60.00
2881 Alpine Computer 79.99
2882 Susan Schaedig, reimb 70.24
2883 Carquest, hall cleaning supplies 72.85
2884 Otsego County Historical Society, contribution-dues 100.00
2885 Chet’s Excavating 600.00
2886 Young, Graham & Elsenheimer P.C. 40.50
2887 Chester Township 35.43
2888 CenturyTel 86.22
2889 Great Lakes Energy 291.90
11,911.89
Diane P made a motion to pay the bills. Seconded by Theresa and carried unanimously.
OLD BUSINESS:
The board reviewed the proposed contract to financially supplement Otsego County Planning and Zoning. Concerns were the length of the contract and if and when the county would get their funding back the townships would no longer contribute. Townships would help fund $24,000.00 per year. Elmira considered a small township would contribute $1,760 and the larger townships $3,800. County Zoning would be kept open as is. The other alternative would be that the townships would have to finance their own planning and zoning department.
Leonard made a motion to accept the contract and contribute $1,760.00 per year to Otsego County Land Use Services for the purpose of maintaining the Otsego County Planning and Zoning department as is. Seconded by Diane P and carried unanimously.
Diane P contacted attorney Haider Kazim in regard to procedures for placing a lien for $5,209.21 on the Gerald Kyles property without him losing his property. Mr. Kazim explained that a lien can be placed on the property but it would be held like a property tax fee not a tax or special assessment. The notice of lien should be filed with the county clerk. In the event of a transfer of ownership of the property, the new owner will be liable for the lien.
NEW BUSINESS:
David Marvin and Lee Marvin, Zoning Specialists for Faulk & Foster of Grand Rapids represented Alltel Communications requesting Special Use Authorization to increase the height by 25 foot to an existing Cell Tower at 2252 Flott Road. This would make the height of the tower 275 foot. The project would result in better mobile coverage in Elmira Township and would allow for two other potential tower leases.
The board reviewed the Elmira Planning Commission minutes in regard to PC-2006-07-Elmira-SUP. Leonard Skop made a motion to recommend to the Otsego County Planning Commission to grant to Alltel Communications(Job No. 717161200) whose address is 5025 28th Street, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49512 for Special Use Authorization subject to special conditions of the Otsego County Ordinance, see Sections 9.2.21, 18.46, to increase an existing tower from 250 feet tall to 275 feet tall on property owned by American Tower, 29585 Costello Drive, New Hudson, Michigan 48165 and property located at 2712 Flott Road, Elmira, Michigan 49730 be approved with the following conditions:
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That leased parcel size be increased to meet both Section 18.46.2.3(current parcel is 100 feet x 100 feet, the Section requires a minimum of 88,000 square feet) and Section 18.46.2(that said leased/owned tower site be a minimum of 550 feet by 550 feet or 275 feet from tower base to edge of the property line).
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That conditions of Section 18.46 be brought in to compliance before expanding the tower.
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A professional certification per page xx-3 and xx-4 of the Otsego County Ordinance shall be required.
Motion seconded by Theresa Plachta and carried unanimously.
Diane F read a letter from the Health Department informing the board of water contamination in the south Camp Ten area. Several wells have been tested and nitrates have been found to be on the high side. The Department of Agriculture is working with the problem.
John Ernst stated that several years ago selected wells were tested on Elmira area farms under a Department of Agriculture program. Safe levels were found at that time.
John said that nitrates will build up from septic systems, manure and fertilizers.
Sue made a motion to appoint Doreen Ostrander, Barb Fleming, Janelle Crawford, Peggy Hall and Susan Schaedig as election inspectors for the August 8, 2006 Primary Election. Seconded by Diane P and carried unanimously.
Sue made a motion to appoint Doreen Ostrander as Deputy Clerk to fill the vacancy left by Sara Schaedig. Seconded by Diane P and carried unanimously.
Diane P made a motion to donate $ 100.00 to the Otsego County Historical Society . Seconded by Leonard and carried unanimously.
There being no further business to come before the board Sue made a motion to adjourn. Seconded by Theresa and carried. Meeting adjourned at 9:00 p.m..
Susan Schaedig, Clerk
ELMIRA TOWNSHIP
OTSEGO COUNTY
ELMIRA, MICHIGAN
JUNE 8, 2006
A regular meeting of the Elmira Township Board was held on June 8, 2006 at 7:00 p.m. with Supervisor, Diane Franckowiak calling the meeting to order with the Pledge of Allegiance.
All board members were present. Township residents in attendance were Ron Geiger, Al Bentz and Rocky Wright.
Leonard made a motion to accept the minutes as presented. Seconded by Theresa and carried.
PUBLIC COMMENT:
Commissioner, Al Bentz brought up the various millage issues that will be on the Primary ballot in August.
FIRE AUTHORITY REPORT:
The pump house project is complete. The old 321 still has to be sold. Diane is working on ordinance regarding establishing order, structure and accountability of the Fire Department.
TREASURER’S REPORT:
CD 101-121 64,000.00 101-224 102,617.92 101-225 100,000.00 101-226 99,351.83
Gen Fund 41,250.08 TOTAL 407,219.83
ORDINANCE OFFICER REPORT:
Ron stated that he is working on six complaints: two are under control, he has sent letters to another two, one is under foreclosure and he is working on the other.
He commented that if he was deputized the township could receive revenue from the tickets. No action. The board directed him to obtain a picture ID.
READING OF THE BILLS:
2806 Theresa Plachta, Trustee wages 116.75
2807 Susan Schaedig, Clerk wages 919.90
2808 Ron Geiger, Ordinance Officer, Liquor Inspector 219.99
2809 Leonard Skop, Trustee wages 116.75
2810 Jill Kassuba, Assessor wages 1,434.20
2811 Diane Purgiel, Treasurer wages 919.90
2812 Diane Franckowiak, Supervisor wages 897.75
2813 Dan Sevenski, hall cleaning 87.50
2814 Waste Management 58.72
2815 Diane Franckowiak, reimb 65.05
2816 Diane Purgiel, reimb 59.62
2817 Syscom Central North , APC UPS backup 89.95
2818 Municipal Retirement Systems, Inc, admin fee 185.00
2819 ING USA Annuity & Life Insurance Co 1,276.86
2820 Gleaners Life Insurance Society 5,885.91
2821 Michigan Townships Association, dues, legal defense 1,141.29
2822 Great Lakes Energy 20.35
2823 Wal Mart 12.97
2824 Mark Rygwelski, lawn mowing 1,160.00
2825 Gaylord Herald Times 32.18
2826 Otsego County Equalization Department 597.60
2827 Dunn’s Business Solutions, agreement 47.60
2828 United States Postal Service, stamps 78.00
2829 Theresa Plachta, Road Comm meeting 50.00
2830 Leonard Skop, PC meeting, Road Comm meeting 160.00
2831 John Middleton, PC meeting & seminar 160.00
2832 John Ernst, PC meeting 110.00
2833 James Theisen, PC meeting 110.00
2834 Duane Hoffman, PC meeting & seminar 160.00
2835 Independent Bank, June taxes 733.17
2836 Amy Haggerty, hall dep refund 50.00
2837 CenturyTel 85.92
2838 John Middleton, mileage-seminar 71.20
2839 Carquest .83
2840 Diane Franckowiak, reimb 38.70
2841 Michigan Association of Planning, dues-Leonard, James 120.00
2842 Susan Schaedig, reimb internet access 19.99
2843 Great Lakes Energy 299.44
2844 Michigan Dept of Treasury, April, May, June 06 taxes 569.74
2845 John Middleton, replace check 2506 97.53
18,162.83
Theresa made a motion to pay the bills. Seconded by Leonard and carried unanimously.
OLD BUSINESS:
The board discussed the construction estimates of 1.4 miles of Mt Jack Road. It was decided to send a letter of intent to secure consideration for construction of Mt Jack Road in the future and ask that the Road Commission follow up on the possibility of securing grants or anything else that may be available for this construction. When the work is scheduled we will negotiate the township part of the funding.
NEW BUSINESS:
Discussion with Rocky Wright for placing the guardrail in front of the well and to repair the roof. He was told to proceed.
The next Township Association meeting will be held at Chester Township Hall on July 18th.
Discussion on Supervisor’s meeting with Richard Edmonds regarding future of planning and zoning department and county budget woes.
There will be a County Community Forum on July 5th to explain the millage on the August 8th ballot at the Elmira Township hall.
Diane F informed the board that not all home owners insurance will cover the use of liquor during the rental of the township hall.
There being no further business to come before the board Theresa made a motion to adjourn. Seconded by Diane P and carried unanimously. Meeting adjourned at 8:20 p.m..
Susan Schaedig, Clerk
ELMIRA TOWNSHIP
COUNTY OF OTSEGO
ELMIRA, MICHIGAN
MAY 11, 2006
A regular meeting of the Elmira Township board was held on May 11, 2006 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.
Board members present were Supervisor, Diane Franckowiak, Clerk, Susan Schaedig, Trustee, Leonard Skop and Trustee, Theresa Plachta were present. Treasurer, Diane Purgiel was excused. Others attending were Assessor, Jill Kassuba and Ordinance Officer, Ron Geiger.
Leonard made a motion to approve the minutes as read. Seconded by Theresa and carried.
ASSESSOR’S REPORT:
Homesteads were turned in and balanced with Equalization
Looking to update more computerized photos
No Land Divisions
Leo Francis Tax Tribunal case is not off the docket
2006 Assessment Roll Totals: Taxable Values: 66,148,924
Assessed Values: 87,057,072
Approximately: 1500 parcels
The board directed Jill not to send out the Agricultural letter but visit each site.
ORDINANCE OFFICER’S REPORT:
Ron cannot locate the Northern Land Co owner, James Hall.
Dorothy has spoken to Walter Zaremba regarding Zarembas in Elmira.
There has been three separate complaints on a trailer.
PLANNING COMMISSION:
Leonard reported that the board toured the town of Elmira to find the existing Right of Way of M-32. Most buildings are 6 feet to 10 feet from the ROW. The sidewalk is on MDOT property.
Gloria is working with Boyne City on compiling the Multiple Zoning Ordinance.
Sue made a motion to reappoint Duane Hoffman to Elmira Township Planning Commission. Seconded by Theresa and carried unanimously.
TREASURER’S REPORT:
CD 95,024.16 CD 64,000.00 CD 102,617.92 CD 100,000.00 Gen Fun 66,204.32 TOTAL 427,846.40
READING OF THE BILLS:
2770 VOID
2771 Theresa Plachta, Trustee’s Salary 116.75
2772 Susan Schaedig, Clerk’s Salary 869.90
2773 Ron Geiger, Ordinance Officer & Liquor Inspector 219.99
2774 Leonard Skop, Trustee’s Salary & PC 226.75
2775 John Middleton, PC 110.00
2776 John Ernst, PC 110.00
2777 Jill Kassuba, Assessor wages 1,434.20
2778 James Theisen, PC 110.00
2779 Gloria Torello, PC 130.00
2780 Duane Hoffman, PC 110.00
2781 Doreen Ostrander, election inspector 171.00
2782 Diane Purgiel, Treasurer’s Salary 869.90
2783 Diane Franckowiak, Supv Salary 662.75
2784 Elmira-Warner Fire Authority, Delinquent taxes 4,359.18
2785 Diane Franckowiak, reimb use fax & computer 25.00
2786 Susan Schaedig, reimb 54.30
2787 Diane Purgiel, reimb 87.33
2788 Holton’s LP Gas 773.5l Hall 498.76/FD 274.75 498.76
2789 Barbara Fleming, election inspector 127.50
2790 Janelle Crawford, election inspector 131.75
2791 Waste Management 58.69
2792 Great Lakes Energy 19.54
2793 United States Postal Service, postage 39.00
2794 Dan Sevenski, hall cleaning 77.38
2795 Jill Kassuba, mileage 114.81
2796 Michigan State University, registrations 300.00
2797 Great Lakes Energy 294.69
2798 CenturyTel 85.92
2799 Michigan Association of Planning, dues-Jack Middleton 60.00
2800 New Urban News 69.00
2801 Michigan Association of Planning, dues 60.00
2802 Susan Schaedig, internet reimb 19.99
2803 Ann Moorehead, hall refund dep 50.00
2804 Michigan Association of Planning 60.00
2805 Independent Bank, May taxes 697.75
12,441.95
Theresa made a motion to pay the bills. Seconded by Leonard and carried unanimously.
OLD BUSINESS:
Jerry Kyles has until June 21, 2006 to pay the bill for the cleanup, then it is added to the tax bill.
The Otsego County Road Commission gave two cost estimates for Mount Jack Rd. The first is $444,045 which includes the placement of 3” of pavement with the entire project done by a private contractor. The other proposal reduced the pavement thickness to 2-1/4” and partial use of a private contractor for an estimate of $384,720.
Board members will meet with the Road Commission on May 19th at 1:00 p.m. to discuss the Mt Jack project.
NEW BUSINESS:
The Township Association meeting will be held on May 16th at Charlton.
Leonard Skop made a motion to purchase a butt receptacle for the hall. Seconded by Theresa and carried unanimously.
There being no further business to come before the board Leonard made a motion to adjourn. Seconded by Theresa and carried. Meeting adjourned at 8:00 p.m..
Susan Schaedig, Clerk
ELMIRA TOWNSHIP
COUNTY OF OTSEGO
ELMIRA, MICHIGAN
APRIL 13, 2006
A regular meeting of the Elmira Township board was held on April 13, 2006 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.
Board members present were Supervisor, Diane Franckowiak, Clerk, Susan Schaedig, Treasurer, Diane Purgiel, Trustee, Leonard Skop and Trustee, Theresa Plachta.
Others attending were Mark Rygwelski and County Co-ordinator, John Burt.
Leonard made a motion to accept the minutes of the preceding meeting with corrections. Seconded by Theresa and carried.
ASSESSORS REPORT:
Robert Brown was added to the Michigan Tax Tribunal cases(2005 & 2006 Protests) but not yet scheduled. Leo Francis received an order of adjournment at a February 9, 2006 telephone hearing.
No State Tax Commission cases.
After the 2006 Board of Review the adjusted Ratios are: Agricultural 49.91; Residential 49.46l Commercial 49.35
The assessed value: 87,067,72 taxable value: 66,148,924. There are 1500 parcels, 36 of them are exempt.
Jill stated that she is looking to reassess our Agriculture and Bill Kerr will assist as a service to the township. She has a questionnaire that she would like to send out to assist her in accomplishing this task. Jill is asking input from board members regarding this issue. About 70 parcels would get this letter.
PLANNING COMMISSION REPORT:
They are reviewing Boyne City’s master plan and will walk through Elmira to find the setbacks.
TREASURER’S REPORT:
CD 95,024.16 / CD 64,000.00 / 5/3 CD 102,617.92 / Bank of NM CD 100,000.00 Gen Fund 48,340.49 TOTAL 409,982.5
CD 95,024.16 is coming due May 2nd. Diane will invest for a 6 month period.
READING OF THE BILLS:
2737 Theresa Plachta, trustee-April 116.75
2738 Susan Schaedig, Clerk’s wages 919.90
2739 Ron Geiger, liquor inspector, Ordinance Officer 219.99
2740 Roderick Wright, BOR 50.00
2741 Leonard Skop, trustee-April, PC, Ass’n mtg 276.75
2742 John Middleton, PC meeting 110.00
2743 John Ernst, PC meeting 110.00
2744 Jill Kassuba, assessor 1,434.20
2745 James Theisen, PC meeting 110.00
2746 Gloria Torello, PC Meeting 130.00
2747 Eugene Fleming, BOR 50.00
2748 Diane Purgiel, Treasurer’s wages 919.90
2749 Diane Franckowiak, Supv wages 762.75
2750 Dan Sevenski, hall cleaning 112.50
2751 Cynthia Prusakiewicz, BOR 50.00
2752 Walmart, phone card, cable modem, misc food 97.25
2753 Diane Franckowiak, reimb use fax & computer 25.00
2754 Diane Purgiel, reimb 72.55
2755 Gaylord Herald Times 28.60
2756 VOID 2757 D & H Excavating, snowplowing 43.00
2758 Waste Management 57.92
2759 Great Lakes Energy 52.29
2760 Susan Schaedig, reimb 19.99
2761 Independent Bank, taxes-April 687.34
2762 Susan Schaedig, reimb-Spring District mtg- Diane F 70.00
2763 Great Lakes Energy 281.12
2764 Carquest, cleaning supplies 55.05
2765 Fidlar Doubleday Inc. election supplies 151.25
2766 CenturyTel 85.92
2767 Jill Kassuba, mileage, March & April 120.15
2768 Dunn’s Business Solutions, copy paper, copiers-maint 103.20
2769 Michigan Municipal Treasurer’s Ass’n, dues 35.00
7,358.37
Diane P made a motion to pay the bills. Seconded by Theresa and carried.
NEW BUSINESS:
Mark Rygwelski(Complete Lawn Care) submitted his bid for clean up and lawn care in 2006.
Hall: repair areas and remove debris $35.00 mowing $60.00
Playground: cleanup $195.00 mowing $60.00
Cemetery: cleanup not to exceed $750.00 (25.00 per man hour) $65.00
Pump House $10.00
Diane P made a motion to accept Complete Lawn Care’s bid for cleanup and mowing for the 2006 season. Seconded by Leonard and carried unanimously.
Sue made a motion to pay registration, wages and mileage for the Spring District meeting in Belaire. Seconded by Diane P and carried unanimously.
Diane P made a motion in the form of a resolution to support the nomination of Old US 27 as a heritage route and requests and encourages the MDOT to quickly designate Old US 27 as a heritage route. Seconded by Theresa and carried unanimously.
AYES: Diane Franckowiak, Susan Schaedig, Diane Purgiel, Theresa Plachta, Leonard Skop NAYES: None ABSENT: None
The next township association meetings are in Charlton-May 16, Chester July 18, Corwith, Sept 19.
Theresa made a motion to pay the membership fee of $35.00 for Diane P for the Michigan Municipal Treasurer’s Association and to pay the registration, mileage and wages for the schooling in Marquette on July 7, 2006. Seconded by Leonard and carried.
Sue made a motion to appoint Doreen Ostrander as chairperson, Barb Fleming, Janelle Crawford, Dennis Schlack and Sara Schaedig as election workers for the May 2, 2006 Gaylord Community Schools and Otsego County millage election. Seconded by Diane P and carried unanimously.
There being no further business to come before the board Leonard made a motion to adjourn. Seconded by Theresa and carried. Meeting adjourned at 7:52 p.m..
Susan Schaedig, Clerk
ELMIRA TOWNSHIP
COUNTY OF OTSEGO
ELMIRA, MICHIGAN
MARCH 9, 2006
A regular meeting of the Elmira Township board was held on March 9, 2006 commencing at 7:00 p.m. with Supervisor, Diane Franckowiak calling the meeting to order with the Pledge of Allegiance.
Supervisor, Diane Franckowiak, Clerk Susan Schaedig, Treasurer, Diane Purgiel and Trustees Leonard Skop and Theresa Plachta were present. Others in attendance were Ordinance Officer, Ron Geiger, Assessor, Jill Kassuba, Vern Kassuba and Al Bentz.
Leonard made a motion to accept the minutes as presented. Seconded by Theresa and carried.
PUBLIC COMMENT:
Al Bentz informed the board that the District Health Department has thirty slots for health insurance for any person that does not have insurance.
ASSESSOR’S REPORT:
Leo Francis case was heard on February 21, 2006 in Lansing. The Commission agreed that the parcel in section 18 shall remain classed as residential. However, they changed the classification on the parcel in section 7. This parcel was already receiving an agricultural exemption for mileage therefore it will only show a class change only for 2005.
Michigan Tax Tribunal case-Norbert Skibinski Jill spoke with Kevin at MTT and it appears that the case may have resolved itself. Warner and Elmira Townships are assessing the home at the 40/60% respectfully.
Moeggenburg-Moeggenburg land division was over the 40 acre resulting parcels exemption. Land Division occurred in 2004 no filing of any deed. Building Permits issued in 2004 and 2005(Pole Garage and New Residence).
Jill requests a new calling card.
ORDINANCE OFFICER’S REPORT:
Ron reported that he had received a Notice of Unsafe Structure from Otsego County Building and Safety Department in regard to the property owned by Northern Land Co. They have sixty days upon receipt of the notice to demolish and remove the unsafe structure. Ron will send a copy of this notice to the township attorney.
Township attorney, Peter Wendling suggested the township purchase Form M77 from Doubleday, three copies which is a State of Michigan Uniform Law Citation.
PLANNING COMMISSION REPORT:
Local developer, Scott Katke attended the PC meeting. He is seeking to develop houses in the $100,000 to $150,000 range within Elmira.
FIRE AUTHORITY REPORT:
Diane F stated that the Authority is continuing to write grants and she is working on the Policy & Procedures.
TREASURER’S REPORT:
CD 101-120 95,024.16 CD 101-121 64,000.00 CD 101-224 102,617.92
GEN FUND 157,128.91 TOTAL 418,770.99
TAX ACCOUNT 2786 1,193.78 2787 1,817.07 TOTAL 3,010.85
Diane stated that she plans on taking money out of the General Fund account and investing it in a CD.
Leonard made a motion to adopt a Resolution For Criteria For Poverty Exemptions, seconded by Diane P. and carried unanimously.
AYES: Diane Franckowiak, Susan Schaedig, Diane Purgiel, Leonard Skop, Theresa Plachta.
NAYES: None
ABSENT: None
READING OF THE BILLS:
2697 Theresa Plachta, trustee 113.70
2698 Susan Schaedig, Clerk 845.50
2699 Leonard Skop, trustee 273.70
2700 Diane Purgiel, treasurer 845.50
2701 Diane Franckowiak, supervisor 694.25
2702 Nick Purgiel 15.00
2703 Diane Franckowiak, reimb 63.63
2704 Diane Purgiel, reimb 88.52
2705 Vi Davis, hall dep refund 50.00
2706 Duane Hoffman, PC meeting 160.00
2707 John Middleton, PC meeting 160.00
2708 John Ernst, PC meeting 110.00
2709 Gloria Torello, PC meeting 180.00
2710 Gaylord Herald Times 17.88
2711 D & H Excavating, snowplowing 667.75
2712 Great Lakes Energy 19.54
2713 Michigan Townships Association 95.00
2714 Jill Kassuba, assessor wages 1,442.43
2715 Holton’s LP Gas 530.24
2716 Waste Management 57.57
2717 Dunn’s Business Solutions 108.78
2718 Jill Kassuba, mileage 272 miles 121.04
2719 Diane Purgiel, reimb postage 23.20
2720 Fidlar Doubleday Inc., receipt books 246.27
2721 Dan Sevenski, hall cleaning 75.00
2722 Ron Geiger, ordinance officer, liquor insp 178.67
2723 The Bank of Northern Michigan, new CD 100,000.00
2724 Cindy Prusakiewicz, BOR & class 300.00
2725 Eugene Fleming, BOR 250.00
2726 Roderick Wright, BOR 250.00
2727 Susan Schaedig, reimb 57.94
2728 United States Post Office, postage 78.00
2729 Gloria Torello, reimb flash drive 27.04
2730 Great Lakes Energy 287.47
2731 Centurytel 85.80
2732 Diane Franckowiak, reimb meals BOR 48.47
2733 Pat & Bud’s, BOR meals 16.32
2734 Independent Bank, taxes 802.92
2735 State of Michigan, taxes 574.39
2736 Syscom Central North, replace computer 1,260.00
111,221.22
Leonard made a motion to pay the bills, seconded by Theresa and carried.
NEW BUSINESS:
Theresa made a motion pay the registration, wages and mileage for the Cemeteries; Challenges & Solutions seminar in Grayling for the clerk. Seconded by Diane P and carried unanimously.
Susan made a motion to amend the general fund Board of Review 469.85 to come from the fund balance. Seconded by Diane P and carried unanimously.
Susan made a motion to amend the general fund Assessor 743.54 to come from the fund balance. Seconded by Diane P and carried unanimously.
Leonard made a motion to recess for the budget hearing. Seconded by Theresa and carried. Recessed at 7:45 p.m..
Diane P made a motion to call the meeting back to order at 8:00 p.m..
Diane P made a motion to accept the budget as presented. Seconded by Theresa and carried unanimously.
Diane F read a letter from Leo Francis in regard to his appeal to the State Tax Commission.
There being no further business to come before the board Leonard made a motion to adjourn. Seconded by Theresa and carried unanimously. Meeting adjourned at 8:10 p.m..
Susan Schaedig, Clerk
ELMIRA TOWNSHIP
COUNTY OF OTSEGO
ELMIRA, MICHIGAN
FEBRUARY 9, 2006
A regular meeting of the Elmira Township board was held on February 9, 2006 commencing at 7:00 p.m. with Supervisor, Diane Franckowiak calling the meeting to order with the Pledge of Allegiance.
All members were present. Gloria Torello, Jill Kassuba and Al Bentz were also in attendance.
PUBLIC COMMENT:
Al Bentz stated that the County has a new administrator, John Burt. He also informed the board about updating Septic systems in Otsego County.
PLANNING COMMISSION REPORT:
Gloria Torello explained that the existing zoning does not match the master plan so the PC is working on obtaining mixed use ordinances.
ASSESSOR'S REPORT:
Jill reported no Land Divisions for the past month. The teleconference for the Leo Francis case with the Michigan Tax Tribunal judge was held February 9th and the judge postponed a decision until after March 30th in review of State Tax Commissions hearing to be heard in Lansing on February 21st.
Equalization to receive real property assessment roll on February 13th or 14th. Personal property roll to be turned in the following week. Assessment Change notices will be mailed sometime the last week of February. Ratio adjustments made. Land value adjustments. Consumer Price Index 3.3%.
FIRE AUTHORITY REPORT:
Diane F reported that she would like to put a newsletter in the next tax bills informing residents about the fire department and its activities. They are working on submitting paperwork for a grant for a fire truck from the Department of Homeland Security.
TREASURER'S REPORT:
101-120 CD 95,024.16 101-121 CD 64,000.00 101-224 CD 102,617.92
Gen Fund 115,434.51 TOTAL 377,076.59
READING OF THE BILLS:
2666 United States Postal Service, stamps 195.00
2667 Susan Schaedig, mileage 176.22
2668 Diane Franckowiak, Supv salary 1,049.15
2669 Susan Schaedig, Clerk's salary 1,174.50
2670 Ron Geiger, ordinance officer, liquor inspector 169.99
2671 Theresa Plachta, trustee salary 113.30
2672 Leonard Skop, trustee salary, PC mtg 223.30
2673 Jill Kassuba, assessor salary 1,392.43
2674 Sandra Purgiel, deputy treasurer wages 115.00
2675 John Middleton, Jan PC mtg 110.00
2676 John Ernst, Jan PC mtg 110.00
2677 James Theisen, Jan PC mtg 110.00
2678 Duane Hoffman, Jan PC mtg 110.00
2679 Diane Purgiel, Treasurer's Salary 844.50 2680 Dan Sevenski, hall cleaning 75.00
2681 Otsego County Township Officer Ass'n, dues, flags, Alliance 700.00
2682 VOID
2683 Gloria Torello, Jan PC mtg 130.00
2684 Young, Graham & Elsenheimer, PC, 152.00
2685 Diane Franckowiak, reimb use fax & computer 25.00
2686 Waste Management 57.05
2687 Diane Purgiel, reimb 83.26
2688 Wal Mart, ink cartridge printer 14.92
2689 Great Lakes Energy 19.54
2690 BS&A Software 445.00
2691 Gaylord Herald Times, minutes 25.03 2692 D & H Excavating, snowplowing 323.75
2693 Independent Bank, Feb taxes 693.33
2694 Unites States Postal Service, stamps 39.00
2695 Great Lakes Energy 293.32
2696 CenturyTel 85.80
9,055.39
Diane P made a motion to pay the bills. Seconded by Theresa and carried.
OLD BUSINESS:
The board discussed the Kyles cleanup billing. This will not be a tax and the township does not have to foreclose on his property.
Diane F reported that the Linda Gault matter had been finalized on January 26, 2006.
NEW BUSINESS:
The seniors are requesting to place a pool table in the township hall and additional locked storage. The board directed Diane F to tell the seniors that there is no room for a pool table and if they want additional locked storage to purchase their own.
Diane F made a motion to contract with David Carson for an annual water sampling at the township hall. Seconded by Theresa and carried.
Diane P made a motion in the form of a resolution to adopt a Social Security Number Privacy Policy. Seconded by Leonard and carried.
AYES: Diane Franckowiak, Susan Schaedig, Diane Purgiel, Leonard Skop, Theresa Plachta
NAYES: None
ABSENT: None
The board discussed internet service. Sue will check into the current contract to see if the service could be dropped early with a refund.
Diane F reported that she and Leonard attended the Road Commission meeting on February 6, 2006. The RC had North Camp Ten, Burdo Road and Mt. Jack on their list. Mr. Roper will work up prices.
Diane F mentioned that the Elmira Beautification sign is down. The township had not given any funds for the sign. She will check into the situation.
Diane P made a motion to amend the General Fund Cemetery budget $682.20 to come from the fund balance. Seconded by Theresa and carried unanimously.
Leonard made a motion to amend the General Fund Parks and Recreation budget $271.16 to come from the fund balance. Seconded by Theresa and carried unanimously.
Leonard made a motion to increase the Ordinance Officer's salary from $50.00 to $100.00. Seconded by Theresa and carried unanimously.
Theresa made a motion to increase the Assessor's salary 3% for 2006-2007 budget year. Seconded by Diane P and carried unanimously.
Sue made a motion in the form of a resolution to increase the Supervisor's Salary 3% for 2006-2007 budget year. Seconded by Diane P and carried unanimously.
AYES: Diane F, Sue, Diane P, Theresa, Leonard, NAYES: None ABSENT: None
Leonard made a motion in the form of a resolution to increase the Clerk's Salary 3% for 2006-2007 budget year. Seconded by Theresa and carried unanimously.
AYES: Diane F, Sue, Diane P, Theresa, Leonard, NAYES: None ABSENT: None
Theresa made a motion in the form of a resolution to increase the Treasurer's Salary 3% for 2006-2007 budget year. Seconded by Leonard and carried unanimously.
AYES: Diane F, Sue, Diane P, Theresa, Leonard, NAYES: None ABSENT: None
Leonard made a motion in the form of a resolution to increase the Treasurer's Summer Tax Collection Salary 3% for the 2006 summer tax collection. Seconded by Theresa and carried unanimously. AYES: Diane F, Sue, Diane P, Theresa, Leonard
NAYES: None ABSENT: None
Sue made a motion in the form of a resolution to increase the Trustee's Salary for the 2006-2007 budget year. Seconded by Diane P and carried unanimously.
AYES: Diane F, Sue, Diane P, Theresa, Leonard 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 9:15 p.m..
Susan Schaedig, Clerk
ELMIRA TOWNSHIP
COUNTY OF OTSEGO
ELMIRA, MICHIGAN
JANUARY 12, 2006
A regular meeting of the Elmira Township was held on January 12, 2006 at the township hall commencing at 7:00 p.m. with Supervisor, Diane Franckowiak calling the meeting to order with the Pledge of Allegiance.
All board members present with the exception of Sue Schaedig who was excused. Ron Geiger and Jill Kassuba were also in attendance.
ORDINANCE OFFICER REPORT:
Northern Land Co was contacted by letter from the attorney, regarding the building on the corner of Webster Road and M-32. The county building inspector will look at the building. Attorney Wendling recommended that Ron issue another citation in person. The taxes were up-to-date the last time Ron checked.
Dorothy Layman is going to take a look at the Zaremba property.
ASSESSOR'S REPORT:
Maintaining the roll and building permits. Jill will attend Board of Review Training in February. The Numbers were adjusted on Ratios. Jill will have a complete report for February's meeting. Leo Francis will have a Teleconference in February.(Tax Tribunal)
PLANNING COMMISSION REPORT:
There was not a December meeting.
FIRE AUTHORITY REPORT:
The Emergency Squad vehicle donated by Star Township, Antrim County is up and running. There will be an ad in the newspaper for bids on the old Rescue Squad. Last call for the old Squad was December 11, 2005. First call for the new(used) Rescue Squad was on December 20, 2005.
TREASURER'S REPORT:
101-120 CD 95,024.16 101-224 CD 102,617.92
101-121 CD 64,000.00 GEN FUND 120,188.25
TOTAL 381,830.33
READING OF THE BILLS:
2635 MTA, registration BOR training 2-23-06 240.00 2636 CenturyTel 88.92
2637 Theresa Plachta, trustee-January 113.30
2638 Susan Schaedig, clerk salary, seminar 954.50
2639 Ron Geiger, Liquor Inspector, Ordinance Officer 169.99
2640 Leonard Skop, trustee, January 113.30
2641 Jill Kassuba, assessor 1,392.43
2642 Diane Purgiel, treasurer salary 844.50
2643 Diane Franckowiak, Supv Salary 619.25
2644 Dan Sevenski, hall cleaning 112.50
2645 Young, Graham & Elsenheimer, P.C. 150.00
2646 Diane Franckowiak, reimb use fax & computer, convention 100.00
2647 Susan Schaedig, convention expenses 100.00
2648 Diane Purgiel, reimb 79.07
2649 Alpine Computer, USB cable 9.99
2650 Mid North Printing, envelopes 137.25
2651 Great Lakes Energy 46.05
2652 Dunn's Business Solutions, maint agreement 46.60
2653 Otsego County Equalization Dept, maint Oct, Nov, Dec 597.60
2654 D & H Excavating, Dec 05 snowplowing 505.25
2655 Waste Management 57.02
2656 United States Postal Service, stamps 78.00
2657 United States Postal Service, stamps- 14 rolls 546.00
2658 CenturyTel 87.10
2659 Holton's LP Gas 276.66
2660 Susan Schaedig, reimb-cert mail-taxes 10.24
2661 Great Lakes Energy 287.47
2662 Jill Kassuba, reimb mileage 249.5 miles 111.02
2663 Independent Bank, taxes-January 653.61
2664 Diane Franckowiak, reimb hotel-MTA convention 411.63
2665 Syscom Central North 109.95
9,074.20
Leonard made a motion to pay the bills. Seconded by Diane P and carried.
OLD BUSINESS:
Leonard asked about Jerry Kyles. Do we submit a bill or not? Diane F. will look into it.
NEW BUSINESS:
The board looked over the budget.
Leonard made a motion to have John Ernst sit on the Otsego County Planning Commission Board. Seconded by Diane P. and carried.
The Otsego County Road Commission will have its annual meeting with the townships. Available date is February 6, 2006. Diane F. will contact them about available times. Leonard and Diane F. will attend.
There being no further business to come before the board, Leonard made a motion to adjourn. Seconded by Diane P. and carried. Meeting adjourned at 7:36 p.m..
Theresa Plachta, Trustee Susan Schaedig, Clerk
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