2/11/2025 - Cleveland Township | Regular Board Meeting Minutes

Summary

The Cleveland Township Board held a regular meeting on February 11, 2025, where key decisions were made regarding budgets, salaries, and the management of local infrastructure. The meeting included reports from the supervisor, clerk, and treasurer, as well as updates on planning and zoning matters. Several resolutions were passed to address upcoming elections and tax assessments.

Public Comments

No public comments were made during the meeting.

Infrastructure Projects

Supervisor Tim Stein reported on ongoing efforts regarding the township’s master plan and the potential for a moratorium on developments within business districts, which may be extended beyond six months if necessary. Additionally, he highlighted the need for infrastructure updates, including a replacement for the furnace in the townhall and potential conversion to natural gas or propane. The costs of these repairs and potential water filtration systems were also discussed.

Financial Summary

- **Treasurer’s Report**: Revenue reported at $302,848.49, disbursements at $94,599.24, yielding a total revenue of $216,076.99 and a bank balance of $424,326.24. - **Truth Taxation Resolution**: The board approved a total millage rate of 3.5402 for general operating purposes, fire emergency services, and road maintenance. - **Salary Resolutions**: The following salaries were approved: - Supervisor: $16,500 - Clerk: $22,350 - Treasurer: $19,785 - Board Trustees per diem: $180

Motion votes for all financial resolutions were unanimous (5 Ayes, 0 Nays).

Action Items

- The clerk is to prepare for the upcoming May Leland School election and work on the township’s new website. - The planning commission will continue discussions on housing directives and the review of business district ordinances. - Zoning Administrator to pursue adjustments to short-term rental regulations based on violations reported. - Budget development is to commence for the fiscal year 2025-2026, specifically for necessary infrastructure repairs and updates. - The township will articulate its agenda for the March 29th annual meeting, addressing relevant community developments.

Meeting adjourned at 7:42 pm. Next steps involve continued engagement with planning and zoning matters, as well as the preparation for the upcoming budget and elections.