General Summary #

The Davison Township Board met at the Municipal Center on December 12, 2022, to conduct regular township business. The meeting opened with the approval of the agenda and the minutes from the November 14, 2022, meeting. The Treasurer presented a report showing significant receipts and substantial remaining balances in both the General and Water/Sewer funds.

Departmental updates were provided by the Supervisor, Clerk, Police Chief, Parks & Rec Director, and Building Official. These updates touched upon local economic growth, upcoming election procedures, community donations, and recent construction permit activity. The Board also voted on several appointments to various local commissions and a change to the cemetery fee schedule. A primary focus of the meeting's conclusion was a presentation regarding the Kearsley Creek Interceptor, which the Board has deferred for further study.

Key Points #

  • Financial Approval: The Board unanimously approved board expenditures totaling $6,113,659.00.
  • Cemetery Fees: A motion was passed to update the fee schedule for grave openings and cremains.
  • Infrastructure Planning: The Board reviewed a proposal for the Kearsley Creek Interceptor, noting the potential long-term capacity benefits but delaying a decision until more drawings are available.
  • Appointments: Multiple members were reappointed or appointed to the Planning Commission, Zoning Board of Appeals, Board of Review, and other local agencies.

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
  • Jerry Harris: Deputy Chief
  • David Lattie: Attorney
  • John O’Brien: Director of Division of Water and Waste Service

What #

  • Board Expenditures: Motion by Green, seconded by Karr, to approve expenditures of $6,113,659.00. Result: Passed unanimously (Roll Call: Miller–yes, Tallman–yes, Green–yes, Karr–yes, Slezak–yes).
  • Cemetery Fee Schedule: Motion by Karr, seconded by Green, to approve fee changes for grave openings and cremains. Result: Passed unanimously.
  • Board Appointments:
    • Planning Commission: Tim Green and Corey Christensen (term ending 12/31/2025).
    • Zoning Board of Appeals: Travis Howell and Carol Hagler (term ending 12/31/2025).
    • Board of Review: Rob Hollenback, Brian Seigrest, and John Krueger (term ending 12/31/2024).
    • Genesee County Metro Alliance: Travis Howell (term ending 12/31/2024).
    • Senior Citizens Board: Mo Aboneaaj (term ending 12/31/2024).
    • DDA: Jacki Hoist and Kelly Smith (term ending 12/31/2026).
  • Kearsley Creek Interceptor: Presentation by John O’Brien regarding the costs and advantages of joining the interceptor. The Board decided to discuss this over the next two meetings before making a final decision.

When #

  • Meeting Date: December 12, 2022.
  • Previous Meeting Minutes Approved: November 14, 2022.
  • Interest Rate Validity: The 1.85% interest rate for the Interceptor project is noted as valid until 2023.
  • Appointment End Dates: Various dates including 12/31/2024, 12/31/2025, and 12/31/2026.

Financial Details #

  • Treasurer's Report:
    • Total Receipts: $1,016,317.02 (General: $555,589.32; Water/Sewer: $450,183.09; Tax: $10,544.61).
    • General Fund Balance: $5,624,393.26 (out of $8,539,792.00 budget).
    • Water/Sewer Fund Balance: $5,291,774.90 (out of $7,335,172.00 budget).
  • Board Expenditures: $6,113,659.00 approved.
  • Building Department: 13 permits issued with a construction value of $277,697.00 and revenue of $3,714.00.
  • Police Donation: $825.00 donated to Outreach East.
  • Kearsley Creek Interceptor Estimate: Annual cost of $89,677.51 for 1000 units, totaling $1,793,550.19 over a 20-year period at 1.85% interest.

Action Items #

  • John O’Brien: Must provide preliminary drawings for the Kearsley Creek Interceptor to the Board.
  • Board Review: The Board is tasked with further deliberation on the Kearsley Creek Interceptor during the next two meetings.
  • Potential Policy Change: The Building Official noted the potential need to amend service fees to accommodate rising costs related to the interceptor project.