WINDSOR
CHARTER TOWNSHIP BOARD
REGULAR
MEETING – NOVEMBER 12, 2024
MEETING
ROOM – 7:00 PM
APPROVED
The meeting was called to order at 7:00 pm by
Supervisor Slucter with the Pledge of Allegiance.
Present: Slucter, Rumsey, Fritts, Piper, Myers, and
Pisano
Absent:
Pray
Rumsey
moved and Myers seconded to amend the agenda, adding Inter-Local Agreement for
Local Police Services and a Resolution of Appreciation under New Business.
Motion carried unanimously.
Myers
moved and Pisano seconded to approve the agenda as amended. Motion carried
unanimously.
Piper
moved and Myers seconded to approve the Consent Agenda. Motion
carried unanimously.
General
Fund consisting of Voucher #35642 through Voucher #35686 equaling: $181,259.88
plus digital transfer and payments of $391,484.58 making a Grand Total of $572,744.46.
Payroll
Report consisting of Voucher #42645 through #42654 and direct deposits #DD5298
through #DD5371 plus digital payments for a Grand Total of $111,251.96.
Reports:
Sheriff’s Report: Lieutenant
Mann reported on incidents in the township.
Planning Commission: The new
Consumers Energy site plan review is on the agenda for tomorrow's meeting.
Sewer Board – None
Emergency
Service Department:
Chief Miller reported 1) On significant runs since last meeting. 2) ISO
evaluation inspection will be scheduled in December. 3) Rumsey moved and Piper
seconded to approve moving Jeff Carrow from full-time to pool paramedic,
effective Number 18, 2024 and approve the hiring of Chad Chambers as a
full-time firefighter/paramedic effective November 25, 2024. Motion carried unanimously.
Assessor / Preston Community Services: None
Public
Service Department:
1) Seven burials occurred recently. 2) Preparations for winter are underway.
Supervisor’s
Report:
1) Provided update on grant for Grand Pointe Subdivision water project. 2) One
property tax appeal has been settled and received another from a local hotel. 3)
The township purchased property for a future township hall, needs and location
were a priority consideration. 4) The geotechnical study on Harvest Park road
has been submitted to Eaton County Road Commission. 5) The issue with 6801
Creyts Road operation is being addressed.
Public
Officials:
1) Jacob Toomey, Eaton County Commissioner, announced the Tax Limitation
Proposal failed. The county is
considering options and changes will be announced soon. 2) Dimondale Village Manager, Danielle
Tiedeman invited everyone to the Christmas tree lighting on November 24th,
2024, taking place in front of Union Bank.
Other
Reports & Announcements: 1) The township had a 78% voter turn-out for the
November 5, 2024 General Election. 2) Assistant Chief Fabijancic spoke on a cyber
security grant program that is available.
Applications are due by December 30th. Rumsey moved and Fritts
seconded to move forward with the cyber grant application and obtain quotes for
a contractor to administer the program. Motion carried unanimously.
Hear
Public Present for Agenda Items: Public comment heard.
Unfinished
Business: None
New Business:
Myers
moved and Rumsey seconded to appoint Tim Sabourin and Patricia Pisano to
the Planning Commission for a 3-year term. Motion carried unanimously.
Myers
moved and Rumsey seconded to appoint Kern G. Slucter, Fran Johnson and Terry J.
Smith to the Board of Review for a 2-year term. Motion carried
unanimously.
Rumsey moved and Myers supported a Salary
Resolution on the salaries for supervisor/zoning administrator $24,000 annually,
clerk $54,295 annually, treasurer $50,197 annually, trustee $100 per meeting, committee
meetings $45 per meeting, planning commission $85 per meeting, board of appeals
$85 per meeting and board of review $89 per meeting.
Roll Call:
Ayes:
Slucter, Rumsey, Fritts, Piper, Myers, and Pisano
Nays:
None
Absent:
Pray
Motion Carried
Rumsey
moved and Fritts seconded to amend the 2024 Budget; increasing Insurance and
Bond by $6,000, increasing Workers Comp Insurance by $25,000 and reducing the
contingency fund by $31,000, resulting in no change to fund balance. Motion
carried unanimously.
Slucter
moved and Piper seconded to approve the Inter-Local Agreement for Local Police Services
for 2024. Motion carried unanimously.
A Resolution for Appreciation was offered
by Myers and supported by Rumsey.
WHEREAS, Kern G. Slucter,
Sue Fritts, Anthony Piper Jr., Patricia Pisano and James Bogi having served
with distinction as a member of the Windsor Charter Township Board and faculty and
has consistently demonstrated dedication to the mission, values, and goals of
the township; and
WHEREAS, during their
tenure in the township, Kern, Sue, Tony, Patty and Jim have contributed
invaluable insights, leadership, and guidance that have been instrumental in
advancing the township’s initiatives, fostering growth, and enhancing its
impact on the community; and
WHEREAS, Kern, Sue, Tony,
Patty and Jim has faithfully served on various committees and has actively
participated in numerous projects, providing expertise; and
WHEREAS, they have
exemplified integrity, vision, and a spirit of collaboration, earning the
respect and admiration of their fellow Board Members, staff, and the larger
community; and
WHEREAS, Kern, Sue, Tony,
Patty and Jim commitment, generosity, and enthusiasm have left an enduring
mark, setting a standard for future board members and staff; and
NOW,
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Windsor Charter Township Board hereby
recognizes and expresses its deepest gratitude to Kern, Sue, Tony, Patty and
Jim for their service, dedication, and contributions to the township; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that this
resolution be presented to Kern G. Slucter, Sue Fritts, Anthony Piper Jr., Patricia
Pisano and James Bogi as a token of appreciation and that a copy be recorded in
the minutes of this meeting to serve as a lasting tribute to their legacy.
Roll Call:
Ayes:
Slucter, Rumsey, Fritts, Piper, Myers, and Pisano
Nays:
None
Absent:
Pray
Motion Carried
Hear
Public Present on any subject: Public comment heard.
With
no further business Supervisor Slucter adjourned the meeting at 8:02 pm.
Lisa
A. Rumsey
Windsor
Charter Township Clerk