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Supervisor: Timothy Whitfield, Treasurer: Linda DeBroka, Clerk: Jacqueline Boggs
Trustee: Sharon Ward, Trustee: Robert Harvey
Unofficial Minutes of the
December 19, 2005
Meeting was called to order at 7:30 P.M. Minutes of the November 21, 2005 board meeting were reviewed. Linda DeBroka motioned to accept minutes as read with corrections to Page 3, Michigan Tax Tribunal Docket with Semco that 1998, 1999, 2000 and 2002 are the years that must be corrected, both summer and winter, there are two years that they owe and two years that we owe and Linda questioned warrants 4034 and 4050, after explanation; Sharon Ward seconded, motion carried to accept minutes as corrected.
FINANCIAL REPORT: Linda DeBroka presented the financial report.
MONTHLY BILLS: Monthly bills were presented, and DeBroka questioned mileage for clerk, needs documentation page attached to warrant, she then motioned to pay bills, seconded by Robert Harvey, motion carried.
COMMUNITY REPORTS:
Robert Ziliak
informed the board that the county needs drainage issue settled and the deed
prior to county maintenance of
UNFINISHED BUSINESS: Sharon Ward opened closed bids for Smith Chapel renovation and a Special Meeting, January 10, 2006 at 7:00 PM at Milton Township Hall for choosing a contract renovator will be held. Milton Township Board will discuss possibilities of reduction in building permit fees in January, 2006 due to setting up separate accounts for such fees after further investigation.
NEW BUSINESS:
1. Public
Hearing for public comment on choosing ambulance service for
2. Linda
DeBroka told the board that
3. Milton
Township Resolution #2005-7/Social Security Number Privacy Policy,
#2005-7
SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER
PRIVACY POLICY
December 19, 2005
WHEREAS, The
NOW,
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Board approves the Social Security Number
Privacy Policy.
Motion
by: Robert
Support
by: Linda DeBroka
Roll Call
Vote:
Treasurer
DeBroka Y
Clerk
Boggs Y
Trustee
Ward Y
Trustee
Supervisor
Whitfield Y
Resolution
adopted December 19,
2005
Certification
I hereby
certify that the foregoing is a true and accurate copy of a resolution
agreement adopted by Milton Township at a meeting held on the 19th
of December, 2005 at the Milton Township Hall and that notice of said meeting
was made and given in accordance with the provisions of the Michigan Open
Meetings Act.
____________________________________ December 19, 2005
Jacqueline
Boggs,
1. Purpose.
The
Pursuant
to the Act, the privacy policy must at least:
a. Ensure to the extent
practicable the confidentiality of the Social Security numbers.
b. Prohibit unlawful disclosure of the
Social Security numbers.
c. Limit who has access to
information or documents that contain the Social Security numbers.
d. Describe how to properly dispose of
documents that contain the Social Security numbers.
e. Establish penalties for
violation of the privacy policy.
This
Privacy Policy sets forth the township’s policies and procedures regarding how
Social Security numbers are obtained, stored, transferred, used, disclosed and
disposed.
2. Policy.
It is the
policy of the Township to protect the confidentiality of Social Security
numbers obtained in the ordinary course of township business from employees,
vendors, contractors, customers or others.
No person shall knowingly obtain, store, transfer, use, disclose, or
dispose of a Social Security number that the Township obtains or possesses
except in accordance with the Act and this Privacy Policy.
3. Procedure.
a. Obtaining Social
Security Numbers. Social Security
numbers should be collected only where required by federal and state law or as
otherwise permitted by federal and state law for legitimate reasons consistent
with this Privacy Policy.
Legitimate
reasons for collecting a Social Security number include, but are not limited
to:
Legitimate
reasons for collecting a Social Security number include, but are not limited
to:
Ÿ
Applicants may be
required to provide a Social Security number for
purposes of a pre-employment background check.
Ÿ
Copies of Social
Security cards may be obtained for purposes of
verifying employee eligibility for employment.
Ÿ
Social Security numbers may be obtained from employees for tax reporting purposes, for new hire reporting
or for purposes of enrollment in
any Township employee benefit plans.
Ÿ
Social Security numbers may be obtained from creditors or vendors for tax reporting purposes.
b. Public Display. All or more than four sequential digits of a
Social Security number shall not be placed on identification cards, badges,
time cards, employee rosters, bulletin boards, permits, licenses or any other
materials or documents designed for public display. Documents, materials or computer screens that
display all or more than four sequential digits of a Social Security number
shall be kept out of public view at all times.
c. Account Numbers. All or more than four sequential digits of a
Social Security number shall not be used as a primary account number for an
individual.
d. Computer Transmission. All or more than four sequential digits of a
Social Security number shall not be used or transmitted on the Internet or on a
computer system
or network unless the connection is secure or the transmission is encrypted.
e. Mailed Documents. Township documents containing all or more
than four sequential digits of a Social Security number shall only be sent in
cases where state or federal law, rule, regulation, or court order or rule
authorizes, permits or requires that a Social Security number appear in the
document. Documents containing all or
more than four sequential digits of a Social Security number, that are sent
through the mail, shall not reveal the number through the envelope window or
otherwise be visible from outside the envelope or package.
f. Freedom of Information Act. Where all or more than four sequential digits
of a Social Security number are contained within a document subject to
release
under the Freedom of Information Act, the Social Security number shall be
redacted or otherwise rendered unreadable before the document or copy of a
document is disclosed.
g. Storage. All documents containing Social Security
numbers shall be stored in a physically secure manner. Social Security numbers shall not be stored
on computers or other electronic devices that are not secured against
unauthorized access.
h. Access to Social Security
Numbers. Only personnel who have
legitimate business reasons to know will have access to records containing
Social Security numbers. The department
heads having access to records containing Social Security numbers shall
determine which other personnel within their departments have a legitimate
reason in the Township’s ordinary course of business to have access to such
Social Security numbers. Personnel using
records containing Social Security numbers must take appropriate steps to
secure such records when not in immediate use.
i. Disposal. Documents containing Social Security numbers
will be retained in accordance with the requirements of state and federal
laws. At such time as documents
containing Social Security numbers may be disposed of, such disposal shall be
accomplished in a manner that protects the confidentiality of the Social
Security numbers, such as shredding.
j. Unauthorized Use or Disclosure of
Social Security Numbers. The Township
shall take reasonable measures to enforce this Privacy Policy and to correct
and prevent the reoccurrence of any known violations. Any employee, who knowingly obtains, uses or
discloses Social Security numbers for unlawful purposes or contrary to the
requirements of this privacy policy shall be subject
to
discipline up to and including discharge.
Additionally, certain violations of the Act carry criminal and/or civil
sanctions. The Township will cooperate
with appropriate law enforcement or administrative agencies in the apprehension
and prosecution of any person who knowingly obtains, uses or discloses Social
Security numbers through the Township for unlawful purposes.
____________________________________
Jacqueline
Boggs,
4.
Federal Poverty Exemption Guidelines
WHEREAS, The Milton Township Board agrees to follow Federal Poverty Exemption Guidelines for 2006 Assessments.
Motion by: Linda DeBroka
Support by: Robert Harvey
Roll Call Vote:
Supervisor Whitfield Y
Treasurer DeBroka Y
Clerk Boggs Y
Trustee Ward Y
Trustee
Resolution adopted December 19, 2005
Certification
I hereby certify that the foregoing is a true and accurate
copy of a resolution agreement adopted by
__________________________________ December 19, 2005
Jacqueline Boggs,
Tim Whitfield, Supervisor * Linda DeBroka, Treasurer * Jacqueline Boggs, Clerk
Sharon Ward, Trustee * Robert Harvey, Trustee
ANYONE WISHING TO SPEAK TO THE BOARD: William and Dawn Brovold, 669 Anderson Road asked what was being done and will be done regarding the water pollution in the areas of Anderson, Runkle and Follmer Roads; what the DEQ and Health Departments are doing, with Tim Whitfield stating he would hopefully set up a meeting by the end of January 2006 with the DEQ and Bill Singular on the record to define what Milton Township’s probabilities are. We have to work with the DEQ and the Health Department, along township records concerning variances previously given to the mining
company/gravel company with the
current water pollution, also involving township attorney to ensure everything
is being done correctly. Discussion
regarding the cost of cure which was presented as $12,000.00 for installing
correctly a well and the possibilities then that it would not affect property values, and this will be deferred to
ANNOUNCEMENTS; Milton Newsletter will be published in February, 2006, submit information as soon as possible. Linda DeBroka asked why the blanket sales tax exemption have not been sent to all our vendors, as we’ve been paying some sales taxes. Jacqueline Boggs stated that Steven Hambley had previously sent exemption forms, this will be checked further. The next Milton Township Regular Meeting will be January 16, 2006 at 7:30 PM.
ADJOURNMENT: Linda DeBroka motioned to adjourn meeting at 9:20 PM, seconded by Jacqueline Boggs, motion carried unanimously.
Respectfully submitted,
Jacqueline Boggs, Clerk
Unofficial Minutes of the
November 21, 2005
Meeting was called to order at 7:30 P.M. Minutes of the October 17, 2005 board meeting were reviewed. Linda DeBroka motioned to accept minutes as read with corrections to Page 2, Old Business, A. Dale Lehman should be spelled Layman and Page 3, regarding changing from SMCAS ambulance service to Edwardsburg Ambulance at the November 21, 2005 Milton Board Meeting has been rescheduled for Tuesday, November 29, 2005 at 7:00 PM, seconded by Sharon Ward. Motion carried to accept minutes as corrected.
FINANCIAL REPORT: Linda DeBroka presented the financial report.
MONTHLY BILLS: Monthly bills were presented with Sharon Ward motioning to pay, seconded by Linda DeBroka, motion carried.
COMMUNITY REPORTS: Community reports were presented by Dan Kulwicki going good, no problems and Johnny Hamilton, everything OK. Carl Higley informed the board of the new administrator for the past two months at the medical care facility is Larry Tebeau.
OLD BUSINESS:
1. Ground Water Contamination from the Former Southwest Cass County Landfill in Section 1 of Milton Township was discussed with township residents and the Milton Township Board members, with the following speakers:
a. Bill Singlar from the VanBuren/Cass District Health Department.
b. Cora Rubitschun,
Laboratory Scientist, State of
c. Bree
Bennett, Environmental Quality Analyst, State of
d. Frank Ballo,
Assistant District Supervisor, State of
Approximately 17 very concerned residents with homes located on Anderson Road, Runkle Street, U.S 12 East, Brush Trail, Follmer Road, Niles and Merle Drive, Edwardsburg, Michigan [names on sign-in sheets attached] presented questions to the Department of Environmental Quality, State of Michigan on what they had done and what they are currently doing and what they, the residents should be doing to protect their families, homes and property values.
Mr. Singlar explained to the residents, who now live in that area, who originally were not living there when the landfill on the corner of Anderson and Runkle was opened in 1970 and he presented a background history. It was originally opened for three [3] townships: Ontwa, Jefferson and Milton. It was not a licensed landfill through DNR until 1975 through 1979 when it was closed.
DNR removed 92 barrels and put in monitoring wells around the land fill and they also monitored some residential wells in the neighborhood back in the 80’s and its now been closed for almost 26 years and we’re standing here talking about this now and so that’s kinda scary. The DEQ representatives explained what each of their departments learned upon their testing results, what has taken place and what will continue to take place; once the lengthy discussion regarding ground water contamination was finished, a break was taken at 9:05 PM allowing individuals to leave the meeting. Meeting resumed at 9:25 PM.
2. Smith Chapel Update from Sharon Ward.
Sharon reported Smith Chapel bids have run twice in the South Bend Tribune, with a deadline of Friday, November 25th and we’ve been getting quite a few inquires for more information and to see the Chapel. I’ve been working with Ann Brown and I’ve been out to see the Chapel with the architects, so I’m really optimistic that we’ll get a good bid return.
NEW BUSINESS:
1. Three bids for snow removal were received. Tim Whitfield told Mike that there would not be any plowing in the back yard that was previously, although the back porch at the township office building still needs to have snow removal. Linda DeBroka commented that plowing at 4:00 AM in the morning is too early for snow plowing, when we open at 9:00 AM.
Jacqueline Boggs motioned to accept ATLS [Michael Studer] snow removal bid, seconded by Sharon Ward, motion carried.
ANYONE WISHING TO SPEAK TO BOARD:
1. Mike Studer questioned status of
the paving of
2. Linda received an Michigan Tax Tribunal Docket with Semco that they have changed their assessment, so Linda has to issue new tax bills and this must go back to 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004 and 2005 and if this is done by December 31, 2005 they will forego interest, otherwise we will be liable for the interest penalty. A length discussion was held between Linda and Tim regarding correct and/or incorrect way to remedy this situation.
ANNOUNCEMENTS: Special Meeting Tuesday, November 29, 2005 at 7:00 PM for a Public Hearing for Edwardsburg Ambulance. Sharon Ward questioned when we would meet regarding the Smith Chapel bids.
ADJOURNMENT: Linda DeBroka motioned to adjourn meeting at 9:55 PM, seconded by Robert Harvey, motion carried unanimously.
Respectfully submitted,
Jacqueline Boggs, Clerk
Unofficial Minutes
of the
October 19, 2005
Meeting was called to order at 7:30 pm with pledge of allegiance being given. Timothy Whitfield, Jacqueline Boggs and Linda DeBroka were present.
Linda DeBroka motioned to accept Virginia Kraft, as chair, Sharon Ward, Doris Wesley and Grace Werner as poll workers to be paid chair $9.00 per hour and $8.00 per hour for remaining poll workers, Timothy Whitfield seconded. Linda and Timothy voted yes and Jacqueline Boggs voted no for paying being $9.00 and $8.00 per hour. Motion passed.
Linda DeBroka motioned to adjourn meeting at 7:35 p.m. seconded by Timothy Whitfield, motion carried. Accept minutes of September 19, 2005 meeting, seconded by Robert Harvey, motion carried.
Respectfully submitted,
Jacqueline
Boggs, Clerk
Unofficial Minutes
of the
October 17, 2005
Meeting was called to order at 7:30 pm with pledge of allegiance being given. All board present. Linda DeBroka motioned to accept minutes of September 19, 2005 meeting, seconded by Robert Harvey, motion carried.
Financial report was given. Monthly bills presented with Sharon Ward motioning to pay, seconded by Linda DeBroka, motion carried.
COMMUNITY REPORTS: Dan Kulwicki,
Johnny Hamilton and Bruce Vosburgh presented their
reports with a 3-page current issues report from Mr. Vosburgh. Mr. Ziliak presented
the situation on
NEW BUSINESS:
A. Snow Removal
Linda DeBroka motioned to post bids for the 2005/2006 snow removal, seconded by Robert Harvey, motion carried.
B. Timothy Whitfield commented that the need to post bids for office space in the basement of the township office building and that anyone in Milton Township, he’d rather have their bids first, Jacqueline Boggs questioned about the lack of repair of the leak in the basement and was told that the office space was in the opposite side from where the leak was. Linda DeBroka motioned to put out bids for the construction of an office space in the basement. Robert Harvey seconded, motion carried.
C. Resolution #2005-6 Mileage Reimbursement $.485.
Mileage Reimbursement
WHEREAS, The Milton Township Board agrees to follow the federal guidelines
Regarding the reimbursement of mileage for Township business.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Board approves $,485 per mile to coincide with the changes made by the Internal Revenue Service as the reimbursable amount for mileage as appropriate when conducting Township business and this rate went into effect on September 1, 2005.
Motion by: Linda DeBroka
Support by: Sharon Ward
Roll Call Vote:
Supervisor
Whitfield Y
Treasurer DeBroka Y
Clerk Boggs Y
Trustee Ward Y
Trustee
Resolution adopted
Certification
I hereby
certify that the foregoing is a true and accurate copy of a resolution
agreement adopted by
___________________________________ October 17, 2005
Jacqueline
Boggs,
OLD BUSINESS:
A. Update from Sharon Ward on Smith’s Chapel. Sharon met with Ann Brown, Bob Beckstrom, and Melissa Jackson from the South Bend Tribune at the Chapel and Dale Lehman who works with historic sites and he worked on the Old Rugged Cross and got his input regarding the damage under the building and he pretty much coincided with what has been reported and it’s a big enough job that we need architect(s) to look at it, and by spring of 2006 it would probably take several months to repair, and we need to speak with the Smith Chapel Board and request that the renting of Smith Chapel be more profitable. Sharon Ward motioned to post ad to seek bids from architects, seconded by Jacqueline Boggs, motion carried.
B. Update on SMCAS by Timothy Whitfield
Meeting on Wednesday, October 12, 2005 with SMCAS proved they were interested in a 12 hour day shift, housing an ambulance and a crew for the day.
Edwardsburg Ambulance offers a 3-year contract at $20.00 a household, plus we have two voting seats on the Edwardsburg Ambulance Board if we decide to go that way and they are ALS, with a response time to the west side of Milton township basically is the same as SMCAS’s response time to the west side of Milton township. Robert Harvey motioned to post a public hearing regarding changing from SMCAS ambulance service to Edwardsburg Ambulance at the November 21, 2005 Milton Board Meeting, seconded by Linda DeBroka, motion carried.
C. Other Business:
Mike Studer
requested what the exact terms would be for special assessments on tax bills
would be for paving
Anyone wishing to speak to the board:
Residents in the area of Runkle and Anderson Roads are very concerned regarding a well drilling permit freeze. Commissioner Ziliak presented information regarding some of the contamination consisted of iron, arsenic, potassium, ammonia, as well as low levels of solvents. Tim Horvath also commented on the water problems, as he has property near the contaminated area. Residents questioned why and what is going to be done for their family’s welfare, along with their property values. Various testing of water has proven good and then bad, possibly now it could be the solvents that were used to install the well to begin with, so this is being supposedly investigated. Residents were told to call the health department.
Robert Harvey motioned to adjourn meeting at 8:26 p.m., seconded by Linda DeBroka, motion carried.
Respectfully submitted,
Jacqueline
Boggs, Clerk
Unofficial Minutes
of the
September 19, 2005
Meeting was called to order at 7:30 pm with pledge of allegiance being given. All board were present.
Financial Report was given by Linda DeBroka
BILLS: Linda DeBroka requested check 3888 written to township secretary, Tina Ravish for pay period changed from 09-16-05 -09-30-05 to 09-01-05-09-16-05. Linda DeBroka motioned to pay monthly bills, seconded by Robert Harvey, motion carried.
COMMUNITY REPORTS: Reports given by Dan Kulwicki, Johnny Hamilton. Carl Highley reported there was a new administrator at the medical facility and that the budget was passed with Robert Ziliak also reporting that Cass Budget was passed.
NEW BUSINESS:
1. Tim Whitfield reported that he received an email from SMCAS wishing to staff a unit with living quarters at 2576 E. Bertrand. Jacqueline Boggs motioned to have Tim Whitfield discuss the issue with SMCAS, Robert Harvey seconded, motion carried.
2. Martin Landes representing Aggregate Company on U.S. 12 and Conrad presented a photo of their company and discussed the company’s further plans and stated if anyone has concerns regarding the aggregate company to please contact him at any time and he would respond. He commented he always has his cell phone which is:
[269] 377-3750; email: martin.landes@aggregate.com and website is:
OLD BUSINESS:
1. Board discussed whether the township should increase insurance rates, after discussion; it was felt the current insurance coverage is sufficient.
2. Tim Whitfield presented residents that live on
3. Edwardsburg Ambulance presented a listing of run times in 2003 and 2004.
4. Board discussed the options or lack thereof for the renovation of Smith Chapel and Sharon Ward is to seek information to get instructions to adequately write bids for the Smith Chapel renovation.
5. Valeria Crachy commented on the
problem at
6. Linda DeBroka motioned to accept the minutes of August 15,
2005
Robert Harvey motioned to adjourn meeting at 8:30 p.m., seconded by Linda DeBroka, motion carried.
Respectfully submitted,
Jacqueline
Boggs, Clerk
August 29, 2005
Meeting was called to order at 7:35 pm with pledge of allegiance being given. All board members were present except for Trustee Robert Harvey.
Board members discussed options
of
Sharon Ward - Yes
Linda DeBroka - Yes
Timothy Whitfield - Yes
Jacqueline Boggs - Yes
Robert Harvey - Not Present at Meeting
Motion carried unanimously.
Team Work – Workshop
Board Members discussed the ongoing problems between the secretary and some board members. No action was taken with nothing being resolved.
Jacqueline Boggs motioned to adjourn meeting at 8:35 pm, seconded by Linda DeBroka, motion carried.
Respectfully submitted,
Jacqueline Boggs, Clerk
Minutes of the
Milton Township Board Meeting
August 15, 2005
Supervisor, Tim Whitfield called meeting to order at 7:33 P.M. with all board members present, except Jacqueline Boggs, Clerk. Pledge of Allegiance was said.
Linda DeBroka
motioned to accept minutes of the July 18, 2005
Board Meeting, seconded by Sharon Ward, motion carried.
Financial report read. Monthly bills presented with Linda DeBroka motioning to pay bills, seconded by Robert Harvey, motion carried.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
No one was present from
2. Edwardsburg Ambulance
Two members from Edwardsburg Ambulance attended meeting and discussed
their charge of $20.00 a household and services.
3. Smith Chapel
Tim Whitfield discussed the costs and proposed working on bids.
NEW BUSINESS:
1. Discussion to add additional coverage to Burnham & Flowers Insurance.
Tabled until entire board is present.
2. Question and answers on enforcement
officer for
The need for guidelines for the township attorney to follow-up on zoning
violations were discussed. Tim Whifield will discuss issues with township
attorney.
3. Any board member that has anything for the September newsletter needs
to be in by August 22nd.
ANYONE
WISHING TO SPEAK TO THE BOARD:
Adjacent neighbors to the Obenchain property located at
COMMUNITY REPORTS:
Dan Kulwicki, Johnny Hamilton and Robert Ziliak gave community reports. Bruce Vosburgh discussed ways to avoid dilemmas with roads in housing developments not meeting county standards and the lack of maintenance thereof.
Tim Whitfield announced that the
Planning Commission needs volunteers for a subcommittee to look at surrounding
township’s developments and how they affect
Robert Harvey motioned to adjourn meeting at 8:44 p.m., seconded by Linda DeBroka, motion carried.
Respectfully submitted,
Sharon
Ward, Trustee
Unofficial Minutes
of the
July 18, 2005
Supervisor, Tim Whitfield called meeting to order at 7:27 P.M. with all board members present, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.
Mike Layher, C.P.A. McMurray, Marks & Edmunds presented his report regarding the audit he completed which has already been filed in PDF form with the State of Michigan, along with a copy that Milton clerk must sign and mail to the State of Michigan. Copies of the budget are available at the township hall should anyone desire to have a copy.
Linda DeBroka motioned, seconded by Robert Harvey to accept audit report, motioned carried unanimously.
Financial report read. Monthly bills presented. Linda DeBroka motioned to pay bills, seconded by Robert Harvey, motion carried unanimously.
COMMUNITY REPORTS: Reports given by Robert Ziliak, Johnny Hamilton, Dan Kulwicki
and a representative from the Edwardsburg Ambulance discussed options available
to township residents should
Certificates were prepared for Roger Kempton and Susan Flowers for their dedicated service on the Planning Commission.
Linda DeBroka motioned to accept minutes of June 28, 2005 Special Meeting and regularTownship Meeting of June 20, 3005, seconded by Robert Harvey, motion carried unanimously.
NEW BUSINESS:
1. Cornerstone Consulting,
for bids on paper for repairing Smith Chapel. They agreed with what Mike had said originally. Tim will check further as there was concern regarding shoring up the floor prior to repair work being done.
2. Introduction of two [2] new Planning Commission members:
a. Richard Hebard
b. Dave Waszak
3. Linda DeBroka motioned to appoint Dave Waszak to the Board of Review, seconded by Robert Harvey, motion carried; also Roger Kempton will replace Sylvester Jackowiak on the Board of Review.
4. Linda DeBroka motioned to accept James Rohdy resignation from the ZBA, seconded by Robert Harvey, motion carried.
5. Linda DeBroka motioned for Roger Kempton to replace James Rohdy and serve his remaining term on the Zoning Board of Appeals, seconded by Robert Harvey, motion carried.
6. Linda DeBroka motioned to appoint Diane Shields from the Planning Commission to serve on the Zoning Board of Appeals, seconded by Sharon Ward seconded, motion carried. Tom Walczewski also serves on the ZBA.
OLD and UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
1. John Colip, attorney from Desenberg and Colip law offices moving a civil action
against
Mrs. Obenchain’s property at
2. Mr. Merrill has contacted Tim Uncel who is the senior engineer who has been on the Merrill project right from the beginning. Mr. Merrill has now hired an attorney and Bruce Vosburg will send Mr. Merrill his second letter of violation for not filling out application for a conditional use, which he was asked to do.
3. Planning Commission brought the
subject of tree trimming debris that’s left behind by the electric company’s
contracted tree trimming services and per attorney John Colip,
Milton Township can write an ordinance and send it to all, the electrical,
telephone, anyone who has wires running through Milton’s
easements that it is not permitted to leave anything behind after tree
trimming.
4. Paving of
5. Eric Gebhart from the Edwardsburg Ambulance discussed who they currently
serve, what they charge and
depending on severity of call for ambulance, choice of hospital. In a true life threatening emergency,
Edwardsburg must take to the closest hospital, if not a true life threatening
emergency, Edwardsburg calls their medical control, the situation is explained
and the medical control determines where the ambulance may take the
individual. Edwardsburg usually
transports to Lakeland General,
Sharon Ward motioned to adjourn meeting at 8:27 P.M., seconded by Robert Harvey, motion carried.
Respectfully submitted,