MINUTES. Supervisor, Carl Crewes, called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m.

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1 Charter Township of Larkin APPROVED 06/14/16 Regular Board Meeting Tuesday, May 10, 2016, 7:30p.m. Larkin Township Office 3027 N. Jefferson, Midland, MI MINUTES Supervisor, Carl Crewes, called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m. Members present: Crewes, Moe, Reardon, Hitchcock, Kosinski, Kutchey Pledge of Allegiance Public Comments Dennis McKee, Consumers Energy Communications Director, presented the upgrade plan for Midland County to smart meters. The roll out will take place in early Further communications will be sent to all residents as the time nears. One benefit discussed was that the upgrade would eliminate the need for estimates on usage. Approval of Minutes and Invoices Motion by Hitchcock and second by Kosinski to approve the April 12, 2016 Board meeting minutes as presented. Yeas: Crewes, Moe, Reardon, Hitchcock, Kosinski, Kutchey Motion by Hitchcock and second by Moe to approve the April 2016/May 2016 invoices and and the May 2016 payroll. Yeas: Moe, Reardon, Hitchcock, Kosinski, Kutchey, Crewes Reports: Treasurer: Kathy Moe reported: General Fund $1,467, CD $503, Sanitation Fund $ 225, Water #1 $ 63,

2 Water #2 $ 167, Water #3 $ 938, CD $251, Water #4 $ 14, Building Department (Mar. report): 10 electrical inspections, 5 permits, costing $ Carl Crewes 13 building inspections, 14 permits, costing $2, Planning Department: Karen Hitchcock reported the following since April: The Planning Commission discussed the Mug Bog request at the May meeting. Many residents came and voiced opposition and others voiced support for the activity. Builder introduced the new Aspen Pointe Estates site condos off Jefferson Road. There will be 14 lots and 4 out lots, for a total of 18 buildable sites. There was a discussion on the land use at the end of Perrine. No details discussed. They are still not finished with the suggested new parking ordinance. Discussion in progress. The Commission continues to work on complaints and takes issues to court if necessary. Zoning: Ron Kutchey reported the following since April: A variance was approved for 3218 E. Estates Drive for the construction of a garage in front of the house. A variance was approved for Assumption Church on the corner of Jefferson and Monroe for a sign upgrade. The next variance hearing was scheduled for May 18 for 3456 N. Sturgeon Road. The owners have requested a variance to construct a pole barn in front of the house. Fire Department: Chief, Robert Hammond, reported that 18 runs have occurred since the last Board meeting in April. They included 12 medical emergencies, 1 structure fire/explosion, 2 traffic accidents PI/PDA & clean up, 1 grass/wood burn, 1 mutual aid call, and 1 odor investigation. Other items reported by the Chief included: New Wildland Gear has been ordered and will arrive in 4 weeks. Repairs to Pumper 521 s gauge are complete. Annual hose and ladder testing has been completed. The 6,875 of fire hose met NFPA standards. Twenty-five feet need to be replaced due to testing failure. All 125 of ladders passed the NFPA standards. Grass rig replacement still being discussed. Supervisor, Carl Crewes, working with the Department on alternatives. Park: In Donna Harrington s absence, her report was presented and discussed before making the following motions: 2

3 Motion by Moe and second by Kutchey to approve the black topping of the Park s two entrances (30 x40 ) for the obtained quote of $1,900. Yeas: Reardon, Hitchcock, Kosinski, Kutchey, Crewes, Moe Motion by Moe and second by Kutchey to approve the painting of the two Park pavilions by either the Maintenance staff or contractor. Yeas: Hitchcock, Kosinski, Kutchey, Crewes, Moe, Reardon Additional Park updates included: The baseball season is in full swing! The new Park aerial photo should be completed shortly. The recommended Park ordinance has been sent to the Township Attorney after the Planning Commission completed their review. Township Code Authority: Kathy Moe reported that with the start of warmer weather, business has picked up! Motion by Hitchcock and second by Reardon to approve the reports as presented. Yeas: Kosinski, Kutchey, Crewes, Moe, Reardon, Hitchcock Unfinished Business Purchase of a new projector versus t.v. discussed. Nothing to vote on at this time. More suggestions/quotes are required. Update on Water District 2. Kathy Moe reported that the Township Attorney was still working on suggestions for how to proceed. Nothing available to share at this time. A bond shortage of ~$140,000 comes due in August of this year. Motion by Hitchcock and second by Kosinski to approve the final 2015 Audit presented. Yeas: Kutchey, Crewes, Moe, Reardon, Hitchcock, Kosinski 3

4 New Business Barb Kosinski, Board Liaison to the Hall, gave the following report: Bathroom fan repaired Ceiling tiles replaced Light lenses cleaned and replaced as necessary Old stage removed New stage arrived and being used Replacements for old bathroom sinks out for bids Motion by Kosinski and second by Reardon to put the old Hall scrubber out for bids. Bids to be accepted only for one week, if none received, we will toss the old scrubber. Yeas: Crewes, Moe, Reardon, Hitchcock, Kosinski, Kutchey It was suggested by Supervisor Crewes that he would like to work with the County Road Commission to survey the current condition of the ditches on Waskevich Lane between Marilyn and Locust. These ditches are supposed to drain into the Waldo drain. Currently, the water is standing and it is in the interest of the Township to begin and investigate this issue. Motion by Crewes and second by Kutchey to work with the County Road Commission on a feasibility study for ditch improvements on Waskevich Lane, from Marilyn to Locust. Yeas: Moe, Reardon, Hitchcock, Kosinski, Kutchey, Crewes Motion by Hitchcock and second by Kutchey to change Township hours. Beginning May 27, 2016 the office will be closed on Fridays and opened on Thursdays. Beginning September 5, 2016 the office will return to the office being closed on Thursdays and opened on Fridays. Yeas: Reardon, Hitchcock, Kosinski, Kutchey, Crewes, Moe Supervisor Crewes also updated the Board that Woodland Estates brush removal project has been completed. 4

5 Motion by Reardon and second by Hitchcock to approve the presented 2016 Waste Management Resolution which hasn t changed from the previous year. Yeas: Hitchcock, Kosinski, Kutchey, Crewes, Moe, Reardon Miscellaneous Updates Supervisor Crewes discussed his suggestions for possible expansion of the Fire Station to current Park property. Supervisor Crewes stated that he will be requesting to hold a Special Board meeting on Tuesday, May 17 at 7:30 p.m. to discuss the Mud Bog land use on Chambers property. Meeting adjourned at 9:10 p.m. Respectfully Submitted, Sandra Reardon, Clerk Carl Crewes, Supervisor 5