Meetings & Minutes

New Marijuana Law: Attorney Harry Golski discussed the nuances of the new law and whether the Township needs to take action. The medical marijuana law is established. The big change is the recreational marijuana law. There are several pitfalls to be on the lookout for. The Michigan Township Association and LARA has taken the position that a municipality does not have to do anything to be [...]

A Resolution (R-19-002) was read by Williams and a discussion was held regarding the need for the adoption of a Deficit Elimination Plan for the Fire Department. It was the first year for the Fire Department and were budget was made conservatively as to how much to transfer from the General Fund. The $50,000 transfer will cover the deficit from last year and allow funds needed for 2019. [...]

Luther Kurtz and Bob Bosh to discuss the proposed multi-use trail. They have petitioned the State to change the old trail, which went up Bridge Street and across 31 at the curve. They proposed to take it down Dixon and up Mercer and on to the industrial park. This has been approved by the State. A north bound route is still needed. They propose a multi use path (not just a bike bath) to go [...]

Water Department: Aaron Nordman gave an update on the meter replacement program. They have had contacted with all but about 160 people. Will have SLC do as many replacements as possible and work on the others in house. The new system will be up and running in December with the last manual reading was completed in October. New meters are activated as soon as they are installed. SLC may be need [...]

Dan Riley gave an overview of the water department.  The proposed postcard to send to residents with information regarding new water meter installation was discussed.  The language on the proposed post card needs to be clear that there is only a cost to residents who have an irrigation meter.  They will start with installation of 12 meters and get the cloud up and running and then start [...]

Dan Riley gave an overview of the water department.  The proposed postcard to send to residents with information regarding new water meter installation was discussed.  The language on the proposed post card needs to be clear that there is only a cost to residents who have an irrigation meter.  They will start with installation of 12 meters and get the cloud up and running and then start [...]