General Summary #

The meeting was a special session of the Davison Township Board focused primarily on finalizing budgets for the upcoming fiscal year. Key discussions involved the operational costs of the Fire Authority, concerns regarding the increasing deficit within the Parks and Recreation budget, and the necessity of hiring temporary expertise for election administration.

The Board addressed the 2022-2023 Township Budget with specific queries regarding interest revenue, Senior Center funding, and the absence of wage increases for elected officials. Significant concern was expressed by Treasurer Green regarding the Parks and Recreation fund, which has seen a growing deficit, prompting a call for a committee to review cost-saving measures.

Key Points #

  • Fire Authority Operations: The cost per run has decreased due to changes in service averages, and the department has recently acquired two new fire trucks.
  • Parks and Recreation Deficit: The Parks budget is currently facing a deficit of over $852,000, an increase from previous years, leading to a request for a review of departmental efficiency and fee structures.
  • Elections Administration: The Board moved into a closed session to secure professional consulting services to assist the Clerk's Department with upcoming election duties.
  • No Elected Official Wage Increases: It was confirmed that the 2022-2023 budget does not include pay increases for elected officials.

Who #

  • Jim Slezak, Supervisor
  • Tim Green, Treasurer
  • Patrick Miller, Clerk
  • Lori Tallman, Trustee
  • Matt Karr, Trustee
  • Jay Rendon, Chief of Police
  • Casey Reed, Parks & Rec. Director
  • Matt Place, Building Official
  • Jami Vert, Recording Secretary
  • David Lattie, Attorney (Absent)
  • Angie Guillen, Proposed Elections Consultant

What #

  • 2022-2023 Fire Authority Budget: Approved.
  • 2022-2023 Township Budget: Approved.
  • Resolution 2022-4 (General Appropriations Act Township): Approved.
  • Hiring of Angie Guillen: Approved as an elections consultant for the Clerk’s Department.

When #

  • Meeting Date: June 29, 2022.
  • Consultant Service Term: Through August 5, 2022.

Where #

  • Davison Township Municipal Center, 120 N. Irish Road, Davison, MI 48423.

Financial Details #

  • Parks and Recreation Budget: Allocated $1,021,125.00 with $168,350.00 in revenues, resulting in a $852,775.00 deficit.
  • Elections Consultant Rate: $30.00 per hour.
  • Variance Fees: Current fee is $400 per meeting; concerns were raised that this may not cover costs if the number of board meetings increases.

Votes/Decisions #

  • Adopt the Agenda: "MOTION BY SLEZAK, SECOND BY KARR to adopt the June 29, 2022 agenda with some amendments." Carried unanimously.
  • Approve 2022-2023 Fire Authority Budget: "MOTION BY MILLER, SECOND BY GREEN to approve Fire Authority Budget for 2022-2023." Carried unanimously (Roll Call: Green – yes; Karr – yes; Tallman – yes; Miller – yes; Slezak – yes).
  • Approve Davison Township 2022-2023 Budget: "MOTION BY KARR, SECOND BY MILLER to approve Davison Township 2022-2023 Budget." Carried (Roll Call: Miller – yes; Karr – yes; Green – no; Tallman – yes; Slezak – yes).
  • Approve Resolution 2022-4 General Appropriations Act Township: "MOTION BY KARR, SECOND BY GREEN to approve Resolution 2022-4 General Appropriations Act Township." Carried unanimously (Roll Call: Green – yes; Karr – yes; Tallman – yes; Miller – yes; Slezak – yes).
  • Hire Angie Guillen as Elections Consultant: "MOTION BY MILLER, SECOND BY TALLMAN to hire Angie Guillen for the elections consultant for the Clerk’s Department..." Carried unanimously (Roll Call: Tallman – yes; Miller – yes; Green – yes; Karr – yes; Slezak – yes).
  • Adjournment: "MOTION BY KARR, SECOND BY GREEN to adjourn at 6:41 P.M." Carried unanimously.

Action Items #

  • Parks Budget Review: Two board members are to meet with the Parks & Rec. Director and staff to find ways to decrease costs and improve efficiency.
  • Financial Inquiry: Trustee Tallman requested a follow-up with Plante Moran regarding APRA interest.
  • Contract Drafting: Attorney Lattie is tasked with drafting the contract for the new elections consultant.
  • Fee Schedule Review: Building Official Matt Place may bring a revised fee schedule back to the board for consideration.