11.14.22

The Davison Township Board meeting was called to order at 6:00 p.m. by Supervisor Jim Slezak. The session began with the routine approval of the meeting agenda, previous regular and special board minutes, and closed session minutes. The Treasurer presented a report showing significant total receipts of $555,166.84 and provided updates on the fiscal year 2022/2023 budget expenditures for both the general fund and water/sewer funds.

Departmental updates followed, covering topics such as the recent election, police activity, park updates, and building permit activity. The Clerk reported on the recent election, noting that while it went well, there were a few incidents requiring police intervention. The Building Official reported on recent permit issuances and local development projects, including the expansion of Tractor Supply Company and the development of the Iron Gate Condo.

The latter half of the meeting was dominated by "New Business," specifically a series of public hearings and resolutions regarding various special assessments. The board also addressed administrative changes, such as the police impound fee increase and Board of Review wages. The meeting concluded with a discussion regarding the Spark Grant and the adjournment of the session at 6:35 p.m.

• Election Review: Clerk Patrick Miller reported a successful election with minimal incidents, though one incident required police presence.
• Development Activity: The Planning Commission approved the development of Iron Gate Condo; however, the opening of a new Dairy Queen is delayed due to a local shortage of underground electrical wire.
• Public Concerns: Residents raised concerns regarding speeding and difficulty exiting driveways due to new business traffic, as well as the deteriorating condition of local roads.
• Infrastructure: Supervisor Slezak noted ongoing sidewalk projects, though progress is currently hindered by a shortage of cement.

• Jim Slezak: Supervisor
• Tim Green: Treasurer
• Patrick Miller: Clerk
• Matt Karr: Trustee
• Lori Tallman: Trustee
• Jay Rendon: Chief of Police
• Matt Place: Building Official
• Casey Reed: Parks & Rec. Director
• David Lattie: Attorney
• Norma Ferrett: Resident (Public Comment)
• Donna Halleck: Resident (Public Comment)

• Police Impound Fee: Approved an increase in the fee to $100.00.
• Board of Review Wages: Approved a wage increase for specific meeting months (December, March, July).
• Spark Grant: Approved Resolution #22-14 to support the Spark Grant, which involves 100% funding and improvements to accessibility at Lake Callis.
• Poverty Exemption: Adopted Resolution 2022-13 to establish guidelines for income and asset tests for poverty exemptions.

• Meeting Date: November 14, 2022
• Expenditure Period: October 17, 2022 – November 13, 2022
• Fiscal Year: 2022/2023

• Davison Township Municipal Center: 1280 N. Irish Road, Davison, MI 48423
• Vassar Road: Referenced during public comment regarding road maintenance (noting the City of Burton is responsible).
• Lake Callis: Location for potential Spark Grant improvements.

• Total Receipts: $555,166.84
  • General Fund Income: $56,442.00
  • Water and Sewer Income: $463,347.37
  • Summer Tax: $35,377.47
• Budgeted Fiscal Year 2022/2023:
  • General Fund Budget: $8,537,236.00 (Year-to-date expended: $2,153,140.07)
  • Water and Sewer Budget: $7,335,172.00 (Year-to-date expended: $1,596,459.84)
• Board Expenditures: $439,379.93 approved for the period of 10/17/202 $2 - 11/13/2022.
• Building Permits: 32 permits issued in October with a rough value of $150,664.00 and revenue of $6,720.00.

• Adopt Agenda: MOTION BY KARR, SECOND BY GREEN. Carried unanimously.
• Approve Oct 17, 2022 Minutes: MOTION BY KARR, SECOND BY TALLMAN. Carried unanimously.
• Approve Oct 28, 2022 Special Minutes: MOTION BY KARR, SECOND BY TALLMAN. Carried unanimously.
• Approve Oct 28, 2022 Closed Session Minutes: MOTION BY KARR, SECOND BY GREEN. Carried unanimously.
• Approve Treasurer’s Report: MOTION BY KARR, SECOND BY TALLMAN. Carried unanimously.
• Approve Board Expenditures ($439,379.93): MOTION BY KARR, SECOND BY TALLMAN. Roll Call: Green – yes; Karr – yes; Miller – yes; Tallman – yes; Slezak – yes. Carried unanimously.
• Resolution 2022-7 (Street Light Special Assessment): MOTION BY KARR, SECOND BY GREEN. Roll Call: Karr – yes; Miller – yes; Tallman – yes; Green – yes; Slezak – yes. Carried unanimously.
• Resolution 2022-8 (Fire Special Assessment): MOTION BY KARR, SECOND BY TALLMAN. Roll Call: Miller – yes; Green – yes; Karr – yes; Slezak – yes; Tallman – yes. Carried unanimously.
• Resolution 2022-9 (Police Special Assessment): MOTION BY KARR, SECOND BY GREEN. Roll Call: Karr – yes; Miller – yes; Tallman – yes; Green – yes; Slezak – yes. Carried.
• Resolution 2022-10 (Garbage Special Assessment): MOTION BY KARR, SECOND BY TALLMAN. Roll Call: Tallman – yes; Green – yes; Karr – yes; Miller – yes; Slezak – yes. Carried unanimously.
• Resolution 2022-11 (Griffin Lake Special Assessment): MOTION BY KARR, SECOND BY TALLMAN. Roll Call: Green – yes; Karr – yes; Tallman – yes; Slezak – yes; Tallman – yes. Carried unanimously.
• Resolution 2022-12 (Capital Improvement Bonds): MOTION BY KARR, SECOND BY GREEN. Roll Call: Karr – yes; Miller – yes; Tallman – yes; Green – yes; Slezak – yes. Carried unanimously.
• Police Impound Fee Increase to $100.00: MOTION BY GREEN, SECOND BY KARR. Carried unanimously.
• Resolution 2022-13 (Poverty Exemption Policy): MOTION BY KARR, SECOND BY GREEN. Roll Call: Miller – yes; Tallman – yes; Green – yes; Karr – yes; Slezak – yes. Carried unanimously.
• Board of Review Wage Increase: MOTION BY GREEN, SECOND BY TALLMAN. Carried unanimously.
• Resolution 2022-14 (Support of Spark Grant): MOTION BY GREEN, SECOND BY TALLMAN. Roll Call: Green – yes; Karr – yes; Miller – yes; Tallman – yes; Slezak – yes. Carried unanimously.

• Resolution 2022-7: Street Light Special Assessment.
• Resolution 2022-8: Fire Special Assessment.
• Resolution 2022-9: Police Special Assessment.
• Resolution 2022-10: Garbage Special Assessment.
• Resolution 2022-11: Griffin Lake Special Assessment.
• Resolution 2022-12: Notice of Intent for Capital Improvement Bonds.
• Resolution 2022-13: Poverty Exemption Policy and Guidelines for Income and Asset Tests.
• Resolution 2022-14: Support of Spark Grant.