The Centerville Township Board meeting held on March 13, 2024, addressed various administrative matters. Key decisions included approval of the agenda and previous meeting minutes, financial updates, and plans for upcoming projects. Notably, discussions centered on budget amendments, the status of the Heritage Trail, and the renewal of fire millage. The board also made provisions for improving Zoom setup for meetings.
Public Comments
The meeting featured public comments from the following attendees:
- **Jodie Arens**: Expressed gratitude for the Board's efforts and attention to the millage.
- **Dar Doorlag**: Advocated for Planning Commission meetings to be held via Zoom and highlighted the need for road maintenance without using Township funds, referencing Amor Road concerns.
- **Tom Alfen**: Discussed funding sources for the Road Commission and solicited clarification on the water overlay district, which was addressed by Mosher.
- **Steve Hamilton**: Provided perspectives on public preferences for dirt roads.
Infrastructure Projects
The board discussed the Heritage Trail Segment 9 project, which runs from Bohemian Road to the Harbor. The trail's construction is privately funded, and while there was public opposition to its initial leg, the board clarified that it lacks jurisdiction over trail matters.
Other Business
- The painting and remodeling of the Township Hall has been completed.
- The Cedar Area Fire and Rescue Board meeting is scheduled for April 3, 2024.
- An update on the ARPA funds indicated that while the furnace doesn't require replacement, an upgrade is needed, and plans for rebuilding the handicap ramp are underway.
Financial Summary
- Approval of the Treasurer's report to continue tax collection.
- A reconciliation for February was deemed satisfactory.
- Approval of payment for invoices, noting a correction on overpayment by $200 for a vendor.
- Budget amendments were proposed, utilizing $18,800 in anticipated revenues for the fiscal year.
Action Items
- Chiles will prepare a comparison of current and proposed election worker pay for the next meeting.
- Pleva to obtain a quote for the refurbishment of handicap ramps.
- Schaub to provide an analysis of fire millage options for further discussion in the next meeting.
- Follow up on the need for Township identification and use of a credit card for purchases related to meeting needs.
Source Document
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