Summary
The Kasson Township Board met May 8, 2024, with Supervisor Julian presiding; Trustee Tad Carter was absent. The board approved the amended agenda, prior meeting minutes, an easement for Consumers Energy at the Township Park, a 45-day RFP process for a new fire station design, and an $850 exterior power-washing quote for Township Hall from Lanham Construction. Ongoing work continued on cemetery corner markers, sidewalk bidding, road projects, and the Enduro Circuit Court case.
Public Comments
Chase Pasicznyk, Manager of Honor Bank in Lake Ann, spoke about cemetery mapping issues and recommended a cemetery data management firm used by another township, providing a pamphlet to the board. Later in the meeting, Jake Krause thanked the board for resolving an electrical/pole issue affecting resident Sarah Miller and offered to help with township needs. No board action was taken on either comment beyond acknowledgment.
Parks and Recreation Matters
The board approved an easement allowing Consumers Energy to install a new utility pole on Township Park property to serve homeowner Sarah Miller, requiring one tree trim but no removals, plus a guide wire near the cedar hedge. Motion by Noonan, seconded by J. Carter; all in favor, motion carried.
Infrastructure Projects
Sidewalk & Parking Ordinances: Julian reported four companies interested in bidding; Kevin Krogulecki (Gosling Czubak) prepared a bid form. Bids are expected by June 10, with a recommendation to the board at the June 12 meeting.
Olivia Drive Waterpoint: Clerk Boomer is researching original installation paperwork; maintenance responsibility unclear since the township assumed electrical and snowplowing costs after the developer left. Board consensus for Boomer to continue research and consult Grier.
Road Projects 2025/2026: Julian is coordinating with the Road Commission; budget deadline for 2025 projects is November, with a board decision needed by September.
Maple City Improvement Project: Krogulecki continues working with Julian, T. Carter, and the Road Commission; no decisions reported.
Other Business
Cemeteries: 81 corner markers have been ordered following a survey by Boomer and Rich Hulbert; work will begin in the northeast/southwest corners before the southeast section. Mining/Gravel Legislation: no legislative action; Julian continues outreach to officials. Enduro Circuit Court Case: judge to issue a decision June 3; insurance may cover much of this year's attorney costs. Fire Station Design RFP approved with a 45-day timeline; Fire Chief and staff may begin drafting interior layout ideas. Hall/Buildings & Grounds: possible mural/painting project considered for fall/winter; J. Carter proposed adding perennials, with Boomer to consult Wild Juniper Nursery.
Financial Summary
Treasurer’s Report: Receipts $6,404.74; Disbursements $112,371.87; Balance $966,671.53. Bills approved as presented (Noonan/J. Carter, all in favor). Lanham Construction’s $850 bid for exterior power washing of Township Hall was approved.
Action Items
Boomer to distribute the Fire Station RFP by May 9; Boomer to continue Olivia Drive waterpoint research and contact Grier; Julian and T. Carter to review sidewalk bids by June 10 for June 12 recommendation; Fire Chief/staff to begin draft interior layouts; Boomer to seek nursery planting recommendations.