Casco Township
Regular Meeting Minutes
June 7, 2011
7:00 p.m. Call to Order
Present: K. Holk, D.Goulston, P. Allagreen. J. Stevens, and C.Stover. 8 Township residents; and Jeff White, Richmond-Lenox EMS.
Motion by P. Allagreen to approve Agenda with three (3) additions, all under New Business: add “G”/Rent Richmond School for Planning Commission July 19, 2011 2 Public Hearings; add “H”/New Tax Date; and add “I”/Roundtable Discussion of Future Fire Protection. Supported by J. Stevens. 5 Ayes. 0 Nays. Motion carried.
Motion by K. Holk to approve Special Meeting Minutes of May 12, 2011. Supported by D. Goulston. Support by D. Goulston withdrawn, as he was absent from 5-12-11 meeting. Supported by C. Stover.. 3 Ayes. 0 Nays. 2 Abstentions (D. Goulston and J. Stevens)
Motioned carried.
Motion to accept Financial Report by P. Allagreen. Supported by D. Goulston. 5 Ayes. 0 Nays. Motion carried.
1. Correspondence
A. Richmond-Lenox EMS
Jeff White, Director, Richmond-Lenox EMS provided the Board with the June Vital Signs Report; and addressed the Board with regard to the fire at Americana Estates. P. Allagreen read communication of April 25, 2011 from James H. McQuiston, D.O., Mt. Clemens Regional Medical Center. Mr. White commended the Ira Township Fire Department for their level of professionalism and response. He also commented on the
Adair Suckerfest and stated that it was a huge success from a public safety aspect.
He announced the Blood Drive being held at the 32 Mile Road location on July 14, 2011.
B. Invitation to Host Board of Commissioners Meeting
J. Stevens suggested that Casco Township host a meeting. Deputy Clerk, B. Loper
brought to the Board’s attention that a communication had been received
stating that all dates had been taken by other Townships for the meetings.
C. Order of State Supreme Court/Rondigo LLC vs. Casco Township
K. Holk outlined the status of the matter and concluded that the Supreme Court
had denied Rondigo’s request to hear the case.
2. New Business
A. Resignation of Donald Scheuer as Constable
K. Holk commended both Doc and Pat for the many years of services they have
dedicated to Casco Township. It was stated that Doc has served as Constable
since 1992, that he has served on the Planning Commission, as Building Official,
and also that he had helped to build Richmond-Lenox EMS Station 1.
Motion by J. Stevens to accept resignation of Donald Scheuer as Constable.
Supported by D. Goulston. 5 Ayes. 0 Nays. Motion carried.
B. Appointment of Dennis LaForest as Constable
K. Holk stated that Mr. LaForest had been contacted because there wasn’t enough
time to put an ad in the paper, that he was trustworthy. She outlined his qualifica-
tions and background from his resume. C. Stover commented that she would have
preferred the position be filled as an interim until an ad could be placed to allow time
for other township residents who may be interested; that there have been inquiries
made to her from residents about any potential openings in the Township. K. Holk commented that there had been no ads run when Lorene Lomerson was hired. P.
Allagreen and B. Loper explained that the position was for the one month absence
of B. Loper last year, not intended for long term. J. Stevens commented that he
agreed, in that the township needs to be transparent and fair. Motion by C. Stover
to hire Mr. LaForest as interim for one (1) month, while an advertisement can be put in the Voice to allow for resumes for Constable position to be received. Resumes to be received no later than the Wednesday before the July Board meeting.
Supported by J. Stevens. 5 Ayes. 0 Nays. Motion carried.
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C. Ira Township Fire Contract
K. Holk explained that this proposed Contract was for a two (2) year term. She
Stated that Ira Township uses the On Call Fire Department Book and explained
The calculation used to determine the amount of the Contract.
Motion by P. Allagreen to approve Ira Township Fire Contract for two (2) years.
Supported by C. Stover. 5 Ayes. 0 Nays. Motion carried.
D. Metro Act Right of Way Permit Extension for AT&T
P. Allagreen read April 15, 2011 communication from Lynn Cook Dutton. The
Township receives between $3,000.00 and $4,000.00 annually.
Motion by C. Stover to approve Right of Way Permit Extension for AT&T to
June 30, 2014. Supported by J. Stevens. 5 Ayes. 0 Nays. Motion carried.
E. Ordinance #54/Confirm Establishment of a Planning Commission
W. Ruemenapp explained the purpose of the Ordinance, to bring Casco Township
into compliance with the Michigan Enabling Act. Motion by C. Stover to
adopt Ordinance #54. Supported by P. Allagreen. 5 Ayes. 0 Nays.
Motion carried.
F. Approval to Hire Lorene Lomerson for Part-Time General Office Assistance
$10.00 per hour not to exceed $1,500.00 per year.
Motion by C. Stover to approve hiring of Lorene Lomerson for Part-Time General
Office Assistance $10.00 per hour not to exceed $1,500.00 per year. Supported by
P. Allagreen. 4 Ayes. 1 Nay – Holk. Motion carried.
G. Rent Richmond School for Planning Commission July 19, 2011 for 2 Public Hearings
K. Holk advised that at the July 19, 2011 Planning Commission meeting there will
Be two (2) public hearings, one for the proposed composting, the other for the Crooks
Boarding stables, and that there wouldn’t be enough room at the Township. The
Township will have use of the Library for four (4) hours at a cost of $150.00.
Motion by C. Stover to rent the Richmond School for $150.00. Supported by
J. Stevens. 5 Ayes. 0 Nays. Motion carried.
P. Allagreen to contact Par Plan to obtain letter of liability to provide to Richmond
Community Schools.
H. New Tax Date
C. Stover advised that she has received information from the State and the County,
That the last day for the Township to collect summer taxes is September 14, 2011.
If taxes are paid on the 15th, they will be considered late and not accepted at the
Township, First State Bank or Belle River Credit Union.
I. Roundtable Discussion of Future Fire Protection
J. Stevens advised the Board that at K. Holk’s request, he had attended the meeting,
which was hosted by Jack Randolph at the East China Township hall. The purpose
of the meeting was to discuss the creation of a Fire Authority. There will be another
discussion sometime in the future.
Payment of Bills
Motion by P. Allagreen to approve payment of bills submitted (#24380-24397); after the May 3, 2011 meeting totaling $18,211.38; and bills submitted for the June 7, 2011 meeting (#24395-24429), e-file First State Bank Withholding, Michigan Department of State, totaling $19,708.190. Also, check #1014 to D. Scheuer for $284.50 for liquor inspections and mileage. Supported by D. Goulston. Roll call vote –D. Goulston – Yes, J. Stevens – Yes, P. Allagreen – Yes, K. Holk – Yes, C. Stover – Yes. Motion carried.
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Citizens Comments
William Ruemenapp addressed the Board and stated that he wasn’t sure if the motion made by C. Stover for the Constable position was appropriate, in that you can’t appoint someone, then re-appoint in an elected position. Once appointed, the position stays until the end of the term, then the person must run for the position. He stated that she said “hire” Mr. LaForest, and that you don’t “hire” an elected official. After much discussion, it was determined by the Board that C. Stover would retract her earlier motion due to incorrect language. In doing so, Mr. LaForest’s hiring would not have bearing, and that the Township could pursue other options in the interim, ie, asking another Township’s Constable to fill in for a month, or perhaps having the State of Michigan conduct the inspections for a month. Motion by C. Stover to retract Motion to “hire” Mr. LaForest. Supported by J. Stevens. 5 Ayes. 0 Nays. Motion carried. K. Holk then asked Doc Scheuer if he would consider rescinding his resignation and assist for a month to allow the Township to run an ad for Constable position. Doc ultimately agreed. Motion by P. Allagreen to accept D. Scheuer’s rescinding of his resignation and to appoint him as Constable. Supported
by J. Stevens. 5 Ayes. 0 Nays. Motion carried. An ad will be run for resumes to be accepted for Constable position until the Wednesday before the July Board meeting. C. Stover will put
the language for the ad together to be sent to the Voice Newspaper.
William Ruemenapp commented on the Fire Authority. Dennis LaForest offered to attend the next Roundtable meeting with J. Stevens with regard to future fire protection.
Motion to adjourn at 8:40 p.m. by K. Holk. Supported by D. Goulston.. 5 Ayes. 0 Nays.
Motion carried.
Patricia M. Allagreen
Casco Township Clerk