The Centerville Township Board meeting held on November 12, 2025, focused on discussions related to ongoing litigation, financial updates, and planning matters. Key decisions included the refusal to accept Northgate's terms and evaluating the financial status for future budgeting.
Public Comments
During the public comment period, Steve Hamilton urged the Board to address the septage issue promptly. He highlighted that Deb Kuhn has filed a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request for documents from both EGLE and Willims & Bay, noting that the received materials lacked information concerning contaminant testing of the septage.
Infrastructure Projects
The meeting touched on the ongoing Northgate litigation. The Board decided not to accept any terms of agreement proposed by Northgate at this time. The Planning Commission Chair also noted the township's ongoing out-of-pocket expenditure for attorney fees and plans to get more information about applications and permits from Tim Cypher.
Other Business
- A closed session was held to discuss the Northgate litigation.
- The Planning Commission plans to review the Master Plan, though no formal review date is set yet.
- The Cedar Area Fire and Rescue (CAFR) Board is facing budgetary challenges, notably a lack of funding for an Assistant Chief position against a backdrop of a rejected millage for a new firehouse.
Financial Summary
- The Treasurer reported a $100,000 certificate of deposit split between checking and a new CD at Lake Michigan Credit Union.
- A tax bill is anticipated to be released at the end of November or early December.
- Payments for invoices were authorized, with concerns raised about the budget implications regarding the funding for an Assistant Chief and overall firehouse renovations.
Action Items
- The Board will continue discussions regarding compensation policies for Board members attending extra activities, such as mediations, with further deliberation slated for the December meeting.
- Schaub will review the contract with the Cypher Group concerning the Zoning Administrator's absence and the need to explore alternative Zoning Administrators in the future.
- The Board will discuss the next steps regarding the Rogers issue in the subsequent meeting as the Michigan Supreme Court has denied Rogers' final appeal.
Source Document
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