2/10/2025 - Elmwood Township | Regular Meeting Minutes

Summary

The regular board meeting of the Charter Township of Elmwood on February 10, 2025, resulted in several key decisions, including the adoption of the ALS-BLS joint billing agreement, approval of a new wage scale based on the Personnel Committee's recommendation, and the adoption of a resolution to support a grant application from the Par Plan. Discussions about marina development and an AT&T lease renewal were also conducted, with plans for follow-up discussions.

Public Comments

Eric Currin and Chase Pasicznyk were noted as speakers during the public comment segments. Specific concerns raised or topics discussed were not detailed in the minutes.

Infrastructure Projects

The meeting included discussions on multiple marina matters. Supervisor Shaw reported construction delays related to helical piers, pushing the completion date to July. Plans for providing access to showers for slipholders were discussed, considering a nearby gym as a feasible solution. The Board also considered the high costs of a quote for WiFi service at the marina, which was tabled for further discussion at a later meeting.

In terms of telecommunications infrastructure, the board discussed the AT&T lease renewal, with a motion passed predominantly agreeing to the renewal terms.

Other Business

The board approved various routine items including the consent calendar, which comprised department reports and post-audit invoices, without significant discussion during the meeting. The MMR Intercept Agreement was also adopted, which updated the process for Advanced Life Support services.

Financial Summary

Financial decisions included the payment of invoices totaling $235,388.88, which passed unanimously. Additionally, the board approved the adoption of a grant resolution to apply for funding to purchase light curtains for fire truck bay doors, aimed at addressing safety concerns and meeting inspection requirements.

Action Items

1. Pursue options for providing shower facilities for marina slipholders, with follow-up discussion to be scheduled. 2. Continue efforts for the AT&T lease renewal, adhering to the board's decision. 3. Implement the ALS-BLS joint billing agreement. 4. Move forward with the grant application for light curtains from the Par Plan. 5. Future discussions regarding WiFi service at the marina and the shower facilities arrangement.