General Summary #

The Davison Township Board met on February 12, 2024, to address several municipal concerns, ranging from long-term utility infrastructure to immediate road repairs. A primary focus of the meeting was a presentation by John O’Brien of Genesee County regarding the KCI Phase III Water and Waste project, a 20-year initiative aimed at addressing sewer capacity and replacing 60-year-old infrastructure. The board discussed the potential financial impact on homeowners and the importance of securing a low-interest loan before the end of the year.

The meeting also covered departmental updates from the Police, Parks & Rec, and Building departments, alongside the approval of several capital improvement projects, including road resurfacing and utility expansions. Additionally, the board authorized legal counsel to enter into a consulting contract for professional services.

Key Points #

  • KCI Phase III Project: A multi-million dollar project (estimated at $9–$12 million) is necessary to address sewer capacity and replace aging 60-year-old lines. A 1.75% low-interest rate is available if the loan is closed by the end of the year.
  • Recycling Success: The township's recycling rate increased from 53% in 2022 to 63% in 2023.
  • 911 Services: In 2023, there were 421,505 total calls and 543,520 total events handled by dispatch.
  • Recreational Software: The Parks & Rec department is transitioning to a new software provider to replace "daysmart" to improve efficiency for the upcoming busy season.
  • Public Comment: Resident Jim Morey expressed concern regarding a road grader removing gravel from his road but noted satisfaction with the upcoming limestone resurfacing on Cummings Road.

Who #

  • Jim Slezak: Township Supervisor
  • Michael T. Leffler: Township Clerk
  • Tim R. Green: Township Treasurer
  • Matthew D. Karr: Township Trustee
  • Lori Tallman: Township Trustee
  • Jay Rendon: Chief of Police
  • Matt Place: Building Official
  • David Lattie: Township Attorney
  • Casey Reed: Parks & Recreation Director
  • John O’Brien: Representative from Genesee County
  • Jim Morey: Resident (Public Commenter)

What #

  • Infrastructure Expansion: Approved 123NET to run a cable line down Lapeer Road.
  • Road Maintenance: Approved limestone resurfacing for Cummings Rd (Lapeer Rd to Davison Rd) and milling/paving for Lippincott Blvd.
  • Professional Services: Authorized Attorney David Lattie to enter into a contract with Raftelis for consulting services.
  • Software Transition: Approved moving to a new recreational software system with a target go-live date of May 1st.

When #

  • February 12, 2024: Date of the board meeting.
  • End of 2024: Deadline to close the loan for the KCI water/waste project to secure the 1.75% interest rate.
  • May 1, 2024: Target date for the new recreational software to go live.
  • Next 30 Days: Deadline for determining the total number of households affected by the KCI project.

Financial Details #

  • Treasurer’s Report (YTD):
    • Total Receipts: $2,293,962.38 (General: $799,707.38; Water/Sewer: $431,903.04; Tax: $1,062,351.96).
    • General Fund Balance: $3,937,697.54.
    • Water and Sewer Balance: $4,269,374.21.
  • Board Expenditures: Approved $7,602,390.66 plus $23,305.89.
  • KCI Project Costs: Estimated between $9 million and $12 million; potential impact of roughly $5,000 per homeowner.
  • Road Projects: Cummings Rd resurfacing approved for $75,902.58.
  • Consulting Contract: Authorized up to $75,000.00 for Raftelis consulting.
  • Building Department (January): $677,710.00 in construction value and $12,533.00 in revenue.

Votes/Decisions #

  • Amend Agenda: Motion by Slezak, Second by Karr. Carried unanimously.
  • Approve Jan 8, 2024 Minutes: Motion by Karr, Second by Leffler. Carried unanimously.
  • Approve Jan 31, 2024 Minutes: Motion by Karr, Second by Green. Carried unanimously.
  • Approve Treasurer’s Report: Motion by Karr, Second by Leffler. Carried unanimously.
  • Approve Board Expenditures: Motion by Karr, Second by Green. Roll Call: Green-yes; Karr-yes; Leffler-yes; Tallman-yes; Slezak-yes. Carried unanimously.
  • Approve 123NET Cable Line: Motion by Slezak, Second by Tallman. Carried unanimously.
  • Approve Cummings Rd Resurfacing: Motion by Karr, Second by Tallman. Roll Call: Karr-yes; Leffler-yes; Tallman-yes; Green-yes; Slezak-yes. Carried unanimously.
  • Approve Lippincott Blvd Paving: Motion by Leffler, Second by Karr. Roll Call: Leffler-yes; Tallman-yes; Green-yes; Karr-yes; Slezak-yes. Carried unanimously.
  • Enter Closed Session: Motion by Slezak, Second by Tallman. Roll Call: Tallman-yes; Green-yes; Karr-yes; Leffler-yes; Slezak-yes. Carried unanimously.
  • Exit Closed Session: Motion by Slezak, Second by Tallman. Roll Call: Green-yes; Karr-yes; Leffler-yes; Karr-yes; Slezak-yes. Carried unanimously.
  • Authorize Raftelis Consulting Contract: Motion by Tallman, Second by Leffler. Roll Call: Green-yes; Karr-yes; Leffler-yes; Tallman-yes; Slezak-yes. Carried unanimously.
  • Adjourn Meeting: Motion by Tallman, Second by Leffler. Carried unanimously.