6.13.22

The meeting of the Davison Township Board was held at the Township Municipal Center and presided over by Supervisor Jim Slezak. The session covered the approval of previous minutes, the adoption of the current agenda, and a review of the Treasurer's report, which showed healthy balances in both the general and water/sewer funds.

Departmental updates were provided by the Police Chief, Parks & Rec Director, and Building Official, covering topics ranging from new equipment and permit activity to upcoming community events. The meeting also included a public comment period where residents addressed local political candidates and personal grievances regarding neighbor harassment. The board concluded by discussing future infrastructure projects and a closed session regarding personnel matters.

• Zoning Amendment: The board approved the recommendation for amending the Davison Township Zoning Ordinance (No. 16-107).
• Infrastructure: A bid for a new sidewalk from the tracks to Davison Road was awarded to Waldorf & Sons, though the project was noted as being postponed until next year.
• Labor & Personnel: The board approved a labor contract for Charm Healy at $75.00/hour and entered a closed session to discuss personal staffing within the Clerk’s Department.
• Lake Callis Updates: A proposal to implement holiday rate increases for Lake Callis was approved to help manage crowds and compensate staff.
• Building Activity: The Building Official reported 25 permits issued in May with a total construction value exceeding $1 million.

• Jim Slezak: Township Supervisor
• Tim Green: Township Treasurer
• Patrick Miller: Township Clerk
• Lori Tallman: Township Trustee
• Matt Karr: Township Trustee
• Jay Rendon: Chief of Police
• Casey Reed: Parks & Rec. Director
• Matt Place: Building Official
• David Lattie: Township Attorney
• Jami Vert: Recording Secretary
• Dawn Weier: Public Commenter (Circuit Court Judge candidate)
• Jerry Hribek: Public Commenter

• Ordinance Approval: Approved recommendation for Ordinance Amending the Davison Township Zoning Ordinance No. 16-107.
• Contract Approval: Approved Charm Healy labor contract at $75.00/hour.
• Bid Award: Awarded the sidewalk bid in the amount of $108,622.50 to Waldorf & Sons.
• Rate Change: Approved proposed holiday rate increase for Lake Callis.
• Meeting Schedule: Approved the Davison Township 2022-23 Meeting Schedule.

• June 13, 2022: Date of the board meeting.
• August 2022: Upcoming primary election.
• July 2022: Scheduled date to approve closed session minutes.
• Next Year: Target timeframe for the new sidewalk construction.

• Lake Callis Rate Increase: Motivated by the need to manage large crowds during holidays and compensate employees working extended hours.
• Sidewalk Postponement: The sidewalk project was postponed from the current year to next year due to budget considerations.

• Total Receipts: $730,925.38 (General: $159,255.23; Water and Sewer: $571,670.15).
• General Fund Budget: $8,511,533.00 (Year-to-date expended: $6,234,935.76; Balance: $2,276,597.24).
• Water and Sewer Budget: $7,114,991.00 (Year-to-date expended: $5,714,138.90; Balance: $1,400,852.10).
• Board Expenditures: $1,305,580.23 approved for the period 05/09/20_2 to 06/13/2022.
• Building Permits: 25 permits issued in May with a construction value of $1,047,413.00 and revenue of $12,775.00.
• Labor Contract: Charm Healy contract set at $75.00/hour.
• Sidewalk Bid: $108,622.50 awarded to Waldorf & Sons.

• Adopt Agenda: Motion by Karr, Second by Green. Result: Carried unanimously.
• Approve May 9, 2022 Minutes: Motion by Karr, Second by Green. Result: Carried unanimously.
• Approve May 20, 2022 Special Minutes: Motion by Karr, Second by Green. Result: Carried unanimously.
• Approve Treasurer’s Report: Motion by Karr, Second by Miller. Result: Carried unanimously.
• Approve Board Expenditures ($1,305,580.23): Motion by Karr, Second by Green. Result: Carried unanimously (Green, Karr, Miller, Tallman, Slezak: Yes).
• Approve Zoning Ordinance No. 16-107: Motion by Karr, Second by Green. Result: Carried unanimously (Karr, Miller, Tallman, Green, Slezak: Yes).
• Approve Charm Healy Labor Contract: Motion by Karr, Second by Tallman. Result: Carried unanimously (Miller, Tallman, Green, Karr, Slezak: Yes).
• Award Sidewalk Bid (Waldorf & Sons): Motion by Karr, Second by Green. Result: Carried unanimously (Tallman, Green, Karr, Miller, Slezak: Yes).
• Approve 2022-23 Meeting Schedule: Motion by Karr, Second by Tallman. Result: Carried unanimously.
• Approve Lake Callis Holiday Rate Increase: Motion by Tallman, Second by Karr. Result: Carried (Green, Karr, Tallman, Miller: Yes; Slezak: No).
• Enter Closed Session: Motion by Miller, Second by Tallman. Result: Carried unanimously.
• Adjourn Meeting: Motion by Tallman, Second by Green. Result: Carried unanimously.

• Minutes Approval: Board to approve closed session minutes at the July 2022 meeting.
• Legal Follow-up: Address the harassment complaint presented by Jerry Hribek.
• Insurance Planning: Determine how to proceed with insurance for active and retired employees over 65.
• Infrastructure Planning: Review architect plans for the new Township Municipal Building.

• Davison Township Zoning Ordinance No. 16-107: Recommendation for amendment approved.