General Summary #

The meeting of the Davison Township Board was convened to address several critical administrative and infrastructure matters. A primary focus of the discussion was an update provided by John O’Brien (GCRC) regarding the KCI project, noting that completed designs for Phase I came in approximately 40% higher than expected due to inflation and the impacts of COVID-19. Because this increase exceeded the 10% threshold, the board addressed the necessity of a resolution to move forward and discussed the potential financial risk of losing a 2.5% interest rate if the project were to be forced into the open market.

The board also reviewed various departmental reports, including successful election administration by the Clerk's office, new police recruits entering the academy, and significant construction activity within the township. The session concluded with the approval of several resolutions, including those related to the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) and the Karr-initiated motion to approve the KCI cost revision.

Key Points #

  • KCI Project Cost Overruns: Phase I design costs increased by roughly 40% due to inflation and COVID-19; the township must pass a resolution to proceed as the increase exceeds 10%.
  • Interest Rate Risk: Failure to proceed with the current KCI plan could result in losing a 2.5% interest rate, potentially increasing costs to 4% or more on the open market.
  • Public Safety Updates: Two new police recruits are scheduled to begin the academy in September, with an expected completion date in December.
  • Construction Activity: The Building Department reported 100 permits issued in July, representing over $2.1 million in construction value.

Who #

  • Jim Slezak, Supervisor
  • Michael T. Leffler, Clerk
  • Tim R. Green, Treasurer
  • Matthew D. Karr, Trustee
  • Lori Tallman, Trustee
  • Jay Rendon, Chief of Police
  • Matt Place, Building Official
  • Casey Reed, Parks & Rec. Director
  • John O’Brien, GCRC Representative
  • Matthew Smith, Public Commenter

What #

  • Resolution 2024-11: Approved for the Genesee County American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Program, designating Jim Slezak and Michael Leffler as authorized signatories.
  • Resolution 2024-12: Approved to address the KCI cost revision for Phase I.
  • Flock Safety: Approved for implementation.
  • Authorized Signature Cards: Approved and updated for contracts and invoices, designating Slezak and Leffler as authorized signatures.

When #

  • August 12, 2024: Date of the board meeting.
  • September 2024: New police recruits to start the academy.
  • December 2024: New police recruits expected to finish the academy.

Financial Details #

  • Total Receipts: $1,530,042.55 (comprising General, Water/Sewer, and Tax funds).
  • General Fund Budget (FY 2024/2025): $10,688,274.00 (Year-to-date expenditure: $666,763.47).
  • Water and Sewer Budget (FY 2024/2025): $7,486,264.00 (Year-to-date expenditure: $80,353.51).
  • Approved Board Expenditures: $2,220,164.82.
  • Building Permit Revenue (July): $36,519.00.
  • Chamber of Commerce Donation: $2,000.00 to the Parks Department.

Votes/Decisions #

  • Amend Agenda (Add KCI cost revision): MOTION BY SLEZAK, SECOND BY KARR. Result: Carried unanimously.
  • Approve July 8, 2024 Minutes: MOTION BY KARR, SECOND BY LEFFLER. Result: Carried unanimously.
  • Approve July 25, 2024 Special Minutes: MOTION BY KARR, SECOND BY TALLMAN. Result: Carried unanimously.
  • Approve Treasurer’s Report: MOTION BY KARR, SECOND BY LEFFLER. Result: Carried unanimously.
  • Approve Board Expenditures ($2,220,164.82): MOTION BY KARR, SECOND BY LEFFLER. Roll Call: Green (Yes), Karr (Yes), Leffler (Yes), Tallman (Yes), Slezak (Yes). Result: Carried.
  • Approve Resolution 2024-11 (ARPA): MOTION BY KARR, SECOND BY LEFFLER. Roll Call: Karr (Yes), Leffler (Yes), Tallman (Yes), Green (Yes), Slezak (Yes). Result: Carried unanimously.
  • Update Authorized Signature Cards: MOTION BY KARR, SECOND BY LEFFLER. Result: Carried.
  • Approve Flock Safety: MOTION BY KARR, SECOND BY GREEN. Roll Call: Leffler (Yes), Tallman (Yes), Green (Yes), Karr (Yes), Slezak (Yes). Result: Carried unanimously.
  • Approve Resolution 2024-12 (KCI Cost Revision): MOTION BY SLEZAK, SECOND BY KARR. Roll Call: Tallman (Yes), Green (Yes), Karr (Yes), Leffler (Yes), Slezak (Yes). Result: Carried unanimously.

Public Comment #

  • Matthew Smith spoke during the public comment period (6:21 p.m. – 6:22 p.m.) to congratulate Michael Leffler on his election victory and to thank Tim Green for his four years of service as Treasurer.