Summary
The Leland Township Board held a special meeting to finalize the job description for a Senior Wastewater System Technician, review budget implications, and discuss purchases related to the Wastewater Department. Key decisions included the approval of a revised job description, methods for bringing sewer operations in-house for potential cost savings, and authorizing the purchase of a truck and a computer. A future meeting was scheduled to address the mutual termination of sewer operations.Public Comments
No public comments were made during the meeting.Infrastructure Projects
The meeting included significant discussions regarding the management of sewer operations, including the following: - **Finalize the Senior Wastewater System Technician Job Description:** The board modified the text to specify that the technician would not assist other Township departments without compensation. The job description was approved unanimously (5-0).-
Budget Implications for Bringing Operations In-House: The Board discussed that transitioning to in-house operations could save approximately $80K annually, maintaining user rates. Part-time summer help might be needed, but the overall control over expenses and maintenance would be enhanced.
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Truck Purchase Options: The Board reviewed options for purchasing a new truck, ultimately favoring a 2022 Ram truck with plow for $64,085. The move to have Steve Patmore negotiate the purchase received unanimous support (5-0).