8/12/2026 - Centerville Township | Regular Meeting Minutes

Summary

The Centerville Township Board met on August 12, 2026, to discuss several critical issues. The board made decisions regarding septic waste management, financial allocations to County law enforcement, and advancements on the Schomberg Road development. Key actions included issuing a letter to the Grand Traverse treatment plant and amendments to the budget and compensation schedule.

Public Comments

Chris Bzdok addressed the Board regarding septic waste applications, highlighting the legal landscape around waste disposal and potential actions for residents and the township. He recommended urging residents to choose alternative haulers and proposed the township investigate possible legal avenues regarding waste disposal practices. No other public comments were noted during this section.

Infrastructure Projects

The main infrastructure discussion involved septic waste management. Bzdok informed the board about the current practices of Williams and Bay related to septic waste disposal on farmland, in violation of potential regulations. The board voted to issue a letter requesting a disposal agreement with the Grand Traverse waste treatment plant to prevent such practices in the future.

Additionally, the Planning Commission reported on issues related to the Schomberg Road development. The Board approved the hiring process for an engineering firm to stabilize the road and ensure compliance with regulations, acknowledging the challenges faced due to previous engineering flaws.

Other Business

Other items on the agenda included the review and approval of previous meeting minutes, financial updates from the Treasurer, and discussions of executive compensation and budget amendments. The board covered various operational issues, including maintenance updates for township facilities.

Financial Summary

A check amount from the state for public safety funding was allocated to the County Law Enforcement, with a motion approved to pass the funding onto them. The Treasurer’s report was accepted, and bills were authorized for payment. Updates on the budget revealed adjustments for legal fees associated with ongoing property issues.

Action Items

- Issue a letter to the Grand Traverse Treatment Plant requesting an agreement on septic waste management. - Prepare for meetings with state representatives regarding septic waste disposal. - Conduct an RFP to find an engineer to advise on Schomberg Road development issues. - Follow up with the excavating company regarding the clean-up notice for Brian Rogers and coordinate efforts for compliance with cleanup. - Empty agenda items related to compensation and budget amendments for next meetings.