MONTCALM TOWNSHIP BOARD MEETING MINUTES

1880 S Greenville Rd, Greenville, MI 48838

July 12, 2017

MEMBERS PRESENT: Michael Adams, Supervisor; Rosemary Hyde, Treasurer; Amy Richards, Clerk; Tim Rau, Trustee; and Steve Sprague, Trustee.

MEMBER ABSENT: None.

Meeting was called to order at 7:01 p.m. by Michael Adams, Supervisor

Pledge to the Flag

A Motion was made by Sprague to approve the Agenda, Second Rau. Motion carried.

A Motion to approve the June 14, 2017 Township Board Meeting minutes was made by Hyde, Second Rau. Motion carried.

Supervisor’s Comments: None.

Treasurer’s Report: The report was distributed to the audience and Board Members. A Motion was made by Richards to approve the Treasurer’s Report, Second Rau. Motion carried.

Payment of Bills: A Motion to approve Payment of Bills was made by Hyde, Second Richards. Motion carried.

Reports:

·  Sheriff Report: Sheriff Mike Williams was present to give the sheriff’s report.

·  Planning Commission: Amy Richards, Planning Commission Member and Liaison reported the upcoming Planning commission to discuss and write the draft version of the zoning ordinance amendment to include certain Medical Marihuana laws.

·  Zoning Board of Appeals: No report.

·  Cemeteries: One burial in East Montcalm and 1 burial in West Montcalm Cemetery’s.

·  Library Board: The Library Board meeting agenda and report is posted on the Township bulletin board.

·  Zoning Administrator: Reported 6 new permits, also discussed the private road, Waldorf Cir. Will follow up with County Officials & the Township Planning Commission to find a resolution.

·  County Commissioner: County Commissioner John Johansen reported on the following: the new voting equipment and the County Addressing and Private Drive information currently being discussed. Also reported the “non-action” of surrounding Townships in relation to the Michigan Medical Marijuana act.

·  Fire Department: Chief Dickinson discussed the Fire Board meeting. He informed the public & the Board that the Fire Engine Chassis is not complete yet, but will be within days.

·  Trustees: Sprague thanked the audience for attending the meeting and encouraged the public to come to the rest of the meetings this month. Rau thanked the public for attending and encouraged everyone to attend the Planning Commission Meeting.

·  Clerk: Discussed the need for more community participation and asked the public to encourage coming to and using the grounds for recreation and public use.

Public Comment – Concerning Reports: Discussion & comments were made about the private road/shared driveway issue.

Old Business: none.

New Business:

Fire Department Request to hire a new Fire Fighter. Lori BouwKamp introduced herself and her desire to part of our Fire Department Family. Chief Dickenson provided supporting words. A Motion was made by Sprague to accept the new hire, Second Hyde. Motion carried.

Various Board, Committee and Commission appointments and renewals. The candidates were discussed by the Board. A Motion was made by Hyde to appoint Jerry McCoy as the new Fire Board Member, Jeff Dolphin as Planning Commission Member, and Joe Dyer as Member of the Z.B.A. for their corresponding terms, Second Rau. Motion carried.

Discussion regarding requested amendment to rental and grounds policy to include beer/wine consumption and raising rental rates. The board discussed the request for Wedding Receptions and events.

Public Comment: Public discussion about lake lot lines, driveways, and docks was entertained, Sherriff Williams was able to offer some guidance.

A Motion to adjourn was made by Hyde Second Richards. Motion carried.

Meeting adjourned at 7:46 p.m.

Submitted by:

Amy A. Richards, Clerk

Posted: 7/18/17 11:27 a.m.

______Approved