Casco Township
Regular Meeting Minutes
January 4, 2011
7:00 p.m. Call to Order
Pledge to the Flag
Present: K. Holk, D.Goulston, P. Allagreen. J. Stevens, and C.Stover. 7 Township residents.
Motion by J. Stevens to approve Agenda. Supported by C. Stover.
5 Ayes. 0 Nays. Motion carried.
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Motion by P.Allagreen to approve Minutes of Regular Board meeting of December 7, 2010. Supported by D. Goulston. 5 Ayes. Motion carried.
Amend Budget
K. Holk advised the Board that they would be amending the budget every month. P. Allagreen advised that the amount to be deducted from the Contingency account was off by $100.00, and the amounts were corrected. Following discussion, it was determined that contact will be made to the auditors to answer questions as to adjustments made. Motion by K. Holk to amend Election account #101-101-706 - $50.00; Supplies/Office Maintenance #101-265-726 - $100.00; Conference/Workshop/Building Dept. #101-371-864 $557.12; Cemetery Maint/Repairs #101-101-931 - $1,000.00. Total from Contingency account 101-101-997 - $1,707.12 leaving $9,204.99 in Contingency account. Supported by C. Stover. Roll Call Vote: D. Goulston – Yes, J. Stevens – Yes, P. Allagreen – Yes, K. Holk – Yes, C. Stover – Yes. Motion carried.
Motion by J. Stevens to accept Financial Report. Supported by D. Goulston. 5 Ayes. 0 Nays.
Motion carried.
1. Correspondence
A. St. Clair County Road Commission Annual Meeting February 23, 2011
It was the general consensus of the Board that the 3:00 to 5:30 p.m. session would
be the one most convenient to attend.
B. Attorney Dubay/Michigan Court of Appeals Decision
K. Holk advised that the Court of Appeals had upheld Judge Deegan’s decision and
Order, but that Rondigo was going to ask for reconsideration and that the matter
will most likely go to the Michigan Supreme Court. She pointed out the both
Mr. Dubay and Mr. Dloski had recommended that the Township request that the
Court of Appeals Opinion by published. Upon discussion, Motion by J. Stevens
to have Attorney Dubay request that the Opinion be published. Supported by
K. Holk. 5 Ayes. 0 Nays. Motion carried.
2. Old Business
A. Par Plan/Midwest Claims - $5,000.00 Deductible
K. Holk advised the Board that Mr. Gandolfi had told her that the original amount
of the deductible was $7,500.00 and he had gotten it reduced to $5,000.00. She
also had asked Mr. Gandolfi for a list of cases on Zoning that the Township had been
charged for, because it may be necessary to change the Township’s coverage. She
also advised that Board that she would be getting other quotes.
B. Board Attendance with Planning Commission on January 18, 2011
K. Holk commented that Board will attend the Planning Commission meeting for
Information only; that she does not want it perceived that the Board is making
Any predeterminations as to any decisions made regarding the Outdoor Gathering
Ordinance. P. Allagreen advised that she may not be able to attend due to a
conflict. K. Holk advised that there will be a notice published in the Voice
to advise that the Board will be in attendance. Discussion followed.
C. Correction on Amount Paid for Workman’s Compensation Premium
K. Holk advised that she had made an error in the amount of the premium for
the Township’s Workman’s Compensation. She had indicated at the last
meeting that it was $1,309.00 and it should have been $1,390.00.
D. Clarify re-imbursement for Comcast
K. Holk explained that at the December Board meeting the Board approved
$30.00 fee for attending the NEMC meetings, but not if the person doesn’t
attend. Discussion followed as to whether or not taxes should be taken out
of that amount. William Ruemenapp stated that it is taxable. K. Holk
stated that she would have taxes taken out of her amount. P. Allagreen
chose not to have taxes taken out of her amount.
New Business
A. Proposed Water Agreement with Ira Township
K. Holk advised the Board that there would be no cost to Casco Township, but that
she has a number of questions, also that it would be needed to be incorporatated
into the Master Plan. After discussion, it was the general consensus of the Board
to pursue the matter with questions.
B. Emergency Road Fund
Motion by K. Holk to approve $20,000.00 be set aside for Emergency Road Fund.
Supported by C. Stover. 5 Ayes. 0 Nays. Motion carried.
C. Richmond/Lenox EMS/Relicensure
Motion by P. Allagreen to approve Richmond/Lenox EMS Relicensure.
Supported by D. Goulston. 5 Ayes. 0 Nays. Motion carried.
D. Resolution 2011-01/Annual Meeting and Budget Hearing
Motion by P. Allagreen to approve Resolution 2011-01 Annual Meeting and Budget Hearing date of March 1, 2011. Supported by J. Stevens. 5 Ayes. 0 Nays. Motion carried.
E. Resolution 2011-02/Supervisor’s Salary
K. Holk advised 2010 Salary was $27,176.00 and that she is not asking for an increase for
2011. Motion by K. Holk to approve Resolution 2011-02 Supervisor’s salary of $27,176 for 2011. Supported by P. Allagreen. 5 Ayes. 0 Nays. Motion carried.
F. Resolution 2011-03/Clerk’s Salary
K. Holk advised Clerk’s salary for 2010 was $27,176.00. P. Allagreen stated she is not
asking for an increase for 2011. Motion by P. Allagreen to approve
Resolution 2011-03 Clerk’s Salary of $27,176.00. Supported by K. Holk.
5 Ayes. 0 Nays. Motion carried.
G. Resolution 2011-04/Treasurer’s Salary
K. Holk advised Treasurer’s salary for 2010 was $27,176.00. C. Stover stated
she is not asking for an increase for 2011. Motion by P. Allagreen to approve
Resolution 2011-04 Treasurer’s Salary of $27,176.00. Supported by J. Stevens.
5 Ayes. 0 Nays. Motion carried.
H. Resolution 2011-05/Trustee Goulston’s Salary
K. Holk advised Trustee Goulston’s salary for 2010 was $846.00. D. Goulston stated
he is not asking for an increase for 2011. Motion by P. Allagreen to approve
Resolution 2011-05 Trustee Goulston’s Salary of $846.00. Supported by J.
Stevens. 5 Ayes. 0 Nays. Motion carried.
I. Resolution 2011-06/Trustee Stevens’ Salary
K. Holk advised Trustee Steven’s salary for 2010 was $846.00. J. Stevens stated
that he is not asking for an increase for 2011. Motion by P. Allagreen to approve
Resolution 2011-06 Trustee Stevens’ Salary of $846.00 Supported by D. Goulston.
5 Ayes. 0 Nays. Motion carried.
K. Holk commented that in addition to the annual salary, the Trustees receive a per
diem rate. P. Allagreen advised that the per diem amount is $82.00.
J. Approve Appointment of Susan Macker to Planning Commission for 3 year term
Motion by P. Allagreen to approve appointment of Susan Macker to Planning
Commission for a 3 year term. Supported by D. Goulston. 5 Ayes. 0 Nays.
Motion carried.
Payment of Bills
Motion by P. Allagreen to approve payment of bills submitted (#24130-24149); after the December 7, 2010 meeting with one (1) debit card purchase, totaling $21,036.00; and bills submitted for the January 4, 2011 meeting (#24150-24182), e-file First State Bank Withholding, Michigan Department of State and one (1) debit card purchase totaling $18,763.88 Also, check #1009 to D. Scheuer for $171.00 for liquor inspections and mileage. Supported by C. Stover. Roll call vote – C. Stover – Yes, K. Holk – Yes, P. Allagreen – Yes, J. Stevens – Yes,
D. Goulston – Yes. Motion carried.
Citizens Comments
C. Stover advised that the Dog Licenses had not yet been received from the County, but Township residents can still obtain them from her office. She further advised that it is important for residents to obtain their dog licenses prior to March 1, 2011, or the fee will go up to $40.00.
She also advised that taxes can be paid also at Belle River Community Credit Union as well as First State Bank, in Richmond, Monday through Saturday.
Motion to adjourn at 8:15 p.m. by K. Holk. Supported by J. Stevens. 5 Ayes. 0 Nays.
Motion carried.
Patricia M. Allagreen
Casco Township Clerk