General Summary #

The March 10, 2025, meeting of the Davison Township Board focused on financial oversight, infrastructure maintenance, and administrative updates. The board reviewed the Treasurer's report showing substantial total receipts and approved significant expenditures, including over $5.6 million in board expenditures.

The session also addressed upcoming community developments, such as new retail arrivals (Aldi, Coimezul, and Panda Express) and election logistics for May 6. Additionally, the board approved several road improvement contracts for Kitchen, Atlas, and Gale Roads, and a township-wide chloride treatment program.

Key Points #

  • Infrastructure Improvements: The board approved multiple road resurfacing and paving projects for Kitchen Road, Atlas Road, and Gale Road.
  • Election Updates: Precincts 8 and 9 will temporarily move to the Davison Missionary Church for the May 6 election.
  • Retail Development: Building officials noted progress on new developments for Aldi, Cozumel, and Panda Express, though specific details remain under NDA.
  • Public Concerns: Residents raised questions regarding the presence of heavy vehicles (18-wheelers) on subdivision roads during frost law periods.

Who #

  • Jim Slezak: Supervisor
  • Michael T. Leffler: Clerk
  • Travis Howell: Treasurer
  • Matthew D. Karr: Trustee
  • Lori Tallman: Trustee (Absent)
  • Jay Rendon: Chief of Police
  • Matt Place: Building Official
  • Casey Reed: Parks & Rec. Director
  • Bill Delzer: Attorney
  • Laurie Mundy: Public Commenter
  • Wanda Mitchell: Public Commenter

What #

  • Resolution 2025-2: Approved the Davison Chamber of Commerce 5K event.
  • FOIA Updates: Approved updated Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) procedures and guidelines.
  • VC3 I.T. Renewal: Approved a one-year renewal contract for I.T. services at a monthly rate of $3,428.00.
  • OPEB Plan Payment: Approved a $500,000.00 payment for the 2025/2026 fiscal year.
  • Roadwork Approvals:
    • Kitchen Road limestone resurfacing ($22,171.80).
    • Atlas Road limestone resurfacing ($37,921.80).
    • Gale Road milling and paving (up to $140,855.98).
  • Chloride Treatment: Approved township-wide treatment using calcium chloride and mineral brine.
  • Proclamation: Approved a proclamation for National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week (April 13-19, 2025).
  • TextMyGov: The board discussed the contract, but no action was taken.

When #

  • March 10, 2025: Date of the meeting.
  • April 13–19, 2025: National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week.
  • May 6, 2025: Election for Davison Community Schools and Kearsley.

Where #

  • Davison Township Municipal Center: Location of the meeting (1280 N. Irish Road, Davison, MI).
  • Davison Missionary Church: Temporary location for Precincts 8 & 9 for the May election.

Financial Details #

  • Total Receipts: $8,883,460.735 (comprising General Fund: $2,051,570.97; Water and Sewer: $434,108.95; and Tax: $6,397,780.81).
  • Approved Board Expenditures: $5,646,005.86.
  • VC3 I.T. Monthly Cost: $3,428.00.
  • OPEB Plan Payment: $500,000.00.
  • Building Permits (February): 10 permits issued, totaling $3,119 in fees and $316,120.00 in construction value.

Votes/Decisions #

  • Board Expenditures: Motion by Karr, Second by Leffler. Roll Call: Howell (Yes), Karr (Yes), Leffler (Yes), Slezak (Yes). Result: Carried unanimously.
  • Resolution 2025-2 (Chamber 5K): Motion by Karr, Second by Howell. Roll Call: Karr (Yes), Leffler (Yes), Howell (Yes), Slezak (Yes). Result: Carried unanimously.
  • VC3 I.T. Renewal: Motion by Leffler, Second by Karr. Result: Carried unanimously.
  • Proclamation (Public Safety Week): Motion by Karr, Second by Howell. Roll Call: Leffler (Yes), Howell (Yes), Karr (Yes), Slezak (Yes). Result: Carried unanimously.

Action Items #

  • I.T. Alternatives: Trustee Karr requested that the board explore other I.T. options following the approval of the VC3 renewal.