CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF AUSABLE Regular Board Meeting April 2, 2012 “approved” CALL TO ORDER: Meeting was called to order by Kevin Beliveau, Supervisor at 5:04 pm ROLL CALL: Present: Yvette Ramsdell, Jan Baldwin, Kelly Graham, Kevin Beliveau, Mary Jo Samotis, Alanda Barnes, Matthew Gary Absent: Staff Present: Mark Ritter, Superintendent, Susie Olpere, Recording Secretary Press Coverage: Karen Rouse Pledge of Allegiance recited. APPROVAL OF MEETING AGENDA AS NOTED FOR APRIL 2, 2012: Mr. Ritter requested an addition be made for a document received from Consumers Energy. Mr. Beliveau added this under New Business, Item D. Motion by Baldwin to approve amended meeting agenda. Second by Barnes Unanimous – All in Favor Motion Carried PUBLIC COMMENTS on Agenda Items: Paul Rekowski wished to comment on Item 8 regarding the ordinance on groundwater use restriction. He introduced himself as a representative for his brother and sister-in-law, who have property located on Franklin St. He asked to read a letter written by his sister-in-law which stated her opposition to the ordinance. Supervisor Beliveau explained we would be discussing that subject during the Public Hearing portion of this meeting. Approval of Consent Agenda: Motion was made by Barnes to approve consent agenda, second by Ramsdell. Unanimous – Roll Call Vote Motion Carried. PRESENTATIONS: A) Treasurer – B) Clerk – Invoice GL Distribution Report, Revenue & Expenditure Report, & Balance Sheet C) Superintendent – Public Hearing: Consider adoption of Groundwater Use Restriction Ordinance #109 – Motion was made by Mrs. Baldwin to suspend the regular meeting and go into the Public Hearing. Second by Graham. Unanimous – Roll Call Vote Motion Carried Time: 5:09 pm In attendance were Andrew Girard, from Global Environmental and Autumn Lawson, of the MDEQ Super Fund Section. Mr. Rekowski of 4611 Oak Lane, Oscoda, MI, proceeded to read the letter from Larry and Tara Rekowski, as their personal representative. Some concerns expressed in this correspondence that were listed were: the lack of compensation to the property owner for the taking of the real estate interest, compensation for the loss of value of the property, how much taxes would go down because of this loss of value, and who would compensate them for the loss of use of the groundwater for potable purposes. In reply, Ms. Lawson stated that there were hundreds of Super Fund sites within the state of Michigan and throughout the US which have ordinances which restrict groundwater use. To her knowledge, she didn’t know of any that were compensated for not being able to use their groundwater. Mr. Cal Taylor of 4545 River St. AuSable, MI a resident of the contaminated area, expressed his total support of the ordinance. As a worker for the water department, his concern was the cross contamination that could occur and affect the neighbors if the current private wells were not closed. He also expressed that he would not like to have any of the children or pets exposed to nonpotable water. Motion was made by Samotis to close the Public Hearing and reconvene the regular board meeting. Second by Ramsdell. Unanimous – Roll Call Vote Motion Carried Time: 5:44 pm Mr. Gary motioned to approve adoption of Ordinance #109 Groundwater Use Restriction. Second by Mrs. Barnes. Mr. Gary also added that his concern was for the general health and safety of the people of the neighborhood and that’s why he was supporting this ordinance. Unanimous – Roll Call Vote Motion Carried OLD BUSINESS: A) Discuss security equipment quote for McCuaig Park - Mr. Ritter provided security proposals by ADT. If you considered both options for camera equipment and installation would amount to approximately $5,000. Another option would be to install 2 fencing sections with gates. Midland Fencing estimated 2 fences with 2 gates at $3900. Consensus was to consider a combination of fencing and cameras with optimum placement of cameras before making any purchase. NEW BUSINESS: A) Discuss reappointment of Bill Brandt to the Building Authority - Samotis made a motion to reappoint Bill Brandt to the Building Authority for a 3 year term, beginning January 1, 2012 and ending December 31, 2014. Second by Ramsdell. Unanimous – Roll Call Vote Motion Carried B) Discuss upcoming vacancy on the Planning Commission - No action was taken at this time. Supervisor Beliveau asked that the board bring back suggestions or nominees for the position to the next meeting. C) Update on water main project and US 23 project - MDOT is having a weekly meeting on Mondays at 9:00 am. This gives the public and contractors an opportunity to be informed. Milling and removal of concrete has begun. Our portion of the water project has successfully bored with their largest drill bit and will be ready to pull piping thru later this week. D) Consumers Power Quotation - A copy of an agreement was provided to the board describing the streetscape project, which includes placement of 11 streetlights, 6 will have arms for banners. Total sum of this endeavor is $66,000., MDOT’s will pay $16,514.00 with a balance of $49,486.00 will be left to the township. Baldwin made a motion to approve the Quotation Only document provided by Consumer’s Energy. Second by Ramsdell. Unanimous – Roll Call Vote Motion Carried BOARD COMMENTS: Mr. Beliveau inquired about the attendance of officers to our meeting regarding the STING contribution. Det. Lt. Keister will attend the May 7th meeting and Mr. Ritter was trying to contact Chief David to see if he could also be there. Supervisor Beliveau suggested visiting the STING website for get additional information on their progress. Mrs. Samotis explained the new campaign, “Yes We’re Open” sponsored by the Downtown Development Authority. Which is to help businesses during the construction on US 23. PUBLIC COMMENTS: None ADJOURNMENT: Motion to adjourn made by Ramsdell, second by Graham. Unanimous – All in Favor Motion Carried. Meeting adjourned at 6:32 pm Submitted By: _________________________ Susie Olpere, Kevin Beliveau, Supervisor Acting as Recording Secretary Charter Township of AuSable