12-13-21

The December 13, 2021, meeting of the Davison Township Board was called to order by Supervisor Jim Slezak at 6:04 p.m. The session covered routine administrative business, such as the approval of previous minutes and the treasurer's report, alongside significant new business involving local infrastructure and zoning.

A major portion of the meeting was dedicated to a lengthy public comment period where numerous residents voiced intense opposition to an adult foster care home being established on Woodridge Drive, citing concerns over deed restrictions, safety, and property values. The board also deliberated on various resolutions, including a sewer fee increase necessitated by county rate hikes and a proposal for a new township building, which ultimately did not pass. The meeting concluded after the board approved several personnel appointments and one-time compensation payments.

Board Members Present: * Jim Slezak, Supervisor * Tim Green, Treasurer * Patrick Miller, Clerk * Lori Tallman, Trustee * Matt Karr, Trustee

Other Officials Present: * Jay Rendon, Chief of Police * Matt Place, Building Official * Casey Reed, Parks & Rec. Director * David Lattie, Attorney * Jerry Harris, Deputy Chief of Police * Jami Vert, Recording Secretary

Key Residents/Public Commenters: * Numerous residents (approximately 15) including Mark Corkins, Lindsey Spiewak, Bobbie Walton, Ed Benning, Mike Benjamin, Ann Gale, John Novak, Eric Huffman, Kelly Starr, Barry Jones, Julie Princinsky, Kevin Waite, Rodney Cumpata, Nathan Whitting, Mike Tebo, Dan Clugston, and Travis Howell.

Agenda and Minutes Approvals: * Adopt the Agenda: MOTION BY MILLER, SECOND BY SLEZAK. Carried unanimously. * November 8, 2021, Minutes: MOTION BY KARR, SECOND BY TALLMAN. Carried unanimously. * December 10, 2021, Special Minutes: MOTION BY KARR, SECOND BY GREEN. Carried unanimously.

Financial Reports: * Treasurer’s Report: Presented by Tim Green. Total receipts were $859,476.69. MOTION BY KARR, SECOND BY TALLMAN. Carried unanimously. * Board Expenditures (Nov 4 – Dec 8): Total expenses were $1,780,105.58. The board approved the report but excluded three specific items (HSA contributions, Def. Comp, and HCSP). MOTION BY SLEZAK, SECOND BY KARR. Roll call: Green (Yes), Miller (Yes), S/Slezak (Yes), Karr (Yes), Tallman (Yes). Carried unanimously.

New Business and Resolutions: * Resolution 2021-11 (Sewer Fees): Proposed a $0.15 increase in township sewer fees due to rising county rates. MOTION BY KARR, SECOND BY SLEZAK. Roll call: Tallman (Yes), Karr (Yes), Slezak (Yes), Miller (Yes), Green (Yes). Carried unanimously. * Resolution 2021-12 (Property Rejection): To reject specific parcels returned by the Genesee County Treasurer’s Office. MOTION BY MILLER, SECOND BY TALLMAN. Roll call: Karr (Yes), Slezak (Yes), Miller (Yes), Green (Yes), Tallman (Yes). Carried unanimously. * Resolution 2021-13 (New Township Building): Discussion regarding the need for a new building due to structural and safety issues. MOTION BY MILLER, SECOND BY TALLMAN. Roll call: Karr (No), Tallman (No), Slezak (Yes), Miller (No), Green (Yes). Motion did not carry. * Rezoning Bricada: Approval of rezoning a 5-acre parcel (Parcel #2021-05-08-200-016). MOTION BY KARR, SECOND BY TALLMAN. Roll call: Miller (Yes), Slezak (Yes), Green (Yes), Karr (Yes), Tallman (Yes). Carried unanimously. * 4-Day Work Week Proposal: Discussion of a transition to a 4-day work week. MOTION BY MILLER, SECOND BY GREEN. Roll call: Green (Yes), Miller (No), Slezak (Yes), Karr (No), Tallman (No). Motion did not pass.

Appointments: * Planning Commission: Appointment of Annetta Wilbon. MOTION BY KARR, SECOND BY MILLER. Roll call: Slezak (Yes), Karr (Yes), Miller (Yes), Green (Yes), Tallman (Yes). Carried unanimously. * DDA Members: Appointment of Casey Clark and Jim Joubran. Both motions carried unanimously.

Personnel/Closed Session: * One-time Payments: After a closed session to discuss wage compensation, the board approved one-time payments for Ashley West ($6,000), Alma Gay ($4,000), and Sheila Zimmer ($2,500). MOTION BY TALLMAN, SECOND BY MILLER. Roll call: Miller (Yes), Tallman (Yes), Green (Yes), Karr (No), Slezak (No). Carried.

• Meeting Date: December 13, 2021.
• Meeting Duration: 6:04 p.m. to 8:59 p.m.
• Public Comment Period: 6:15 p.m. to 7:05 p.m.
• Effective Date for Sewer Fee Increase: January 1, 2022.
• Proposed 4-Day Work Week Start Date: January 14, 2022.

• Location: Davison Township Municipal Center, 1280 N. Irish Road, Davison, MI 48423.
• Contexts: Discussion regarding specific residential addresses on Woodridge Drive and Mapleview Drive.

• Sewer Fees: Necessary due to Genesee County raising rates, which hasn't been updated in eight years.
• New Building Discussion: Prompted by safety, structural, and maintenance concerns (e.g., rodent issues and high maintenance costs).
• Public Concern: Residents expressed fear that a group home at 9035 Woodridge Dr. violates deed restrictions and could impact neighborhood safety and property values.

• Treasurer’s Total Receipts: $859,476.69.
• Total Board Expenditures (Nov 4 – Dec 8): $1,780,105.58.
• Building Permit Revenue (November): $14,286.00.
• Estimated New Building Cost: Approximately $6,000,000.
• One-time Employee Payments: $12,500 total ($6,000 to Ashley West; $4,000 to Alma Gay; $2,500 to Sheila Zimmer).

• Attorney David Lattie: Tasked with investigating the legality of the group home/adult foster care facility regarding township ordinance vs. state law and assisting the HOA with deed restriction enforcement.
• Treasurer Tim Green: Tasked with checking the labeling of the "construction savings account" in the financial reports.
• Board/Officials: To continue investigating the potential for a new building and provide resident input once plans are available.