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Centerville TownshipWednesday, April 8, 2026

4/8/2026 - Centerville Township | Regular Meeting Minutes

Summary

The Centerville Township Board meeting held on April 8, 2026, addressed several key topics including the future of the fire station, financial updates, and planning commission matters. Decisions were made regarding financial management and structural changes, with a focus on the station's condition and potential renovations. No public comments were made during this meeting.

Public comments

No public comments were registered during the meeting.

Infrastructure projects

Bob Peplinski from Cunningham-Limp presented an assessment of the current fire station. Four options were outlined for the station's future: 1. Do nothing. 2. Light renovation costing about $1 million, addressing only some high-priority needs. 3. Heavy renovation estimated at $4-5 million. 4. Demolish and build a new station at a cost of $5-6 million.

There was a request for a second evaluation for costs, with a construction manager to provide price estimates throughout the design phase. The new station could be constructed at the existing location.

Financial Summary

The financial updates included several action items: 1. Treasurer Report: Approved the removal of Tesha A. Milliron and the addition of Lauryn M. Pleva as signors on accounts effective April 8, 2026. 2. The Treasurer's report was accepted. 3. Invoices were reviewed and payments authorized.

Budget discussions revealed confusion over handling funds in a savings account; Schaub will consult with the auditor for clarification.

Action Items

1. Schaub to contact the auditor for clarification on budget accounting regarding savings account funds. 2. Arens to reach out to Scott Sheehan regarding an update and recommendation on the fee schedule for the Planning Commission. 3. Planning Commission to review the updated fee schedule for recommendation at the next board meeting.

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