Minutes From Hamlin Township Board Meeting 4/9/98 UNofficial
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on the Township Minutes. Some motions do not require a roll call, just
an "all in favor say Aye".
REGULAR
MEETING
April 9, 1998
The Hamlin Township Board met Thursday, April 9,
1998 at 7:30 p.m. at the Hamlin Townhall.
Present: Griffith,
Lewis, Voelker.
Absent: Anderson,
Petersen. Approximately 10 people in attendance including B. Forgue, K.
Lemke, M. & R. Rodriguez, B. Sadler
Ms. Griffith called the meeting to order and then
led the Pledge to the Flag.
COMMENTS FROM THE FLOOR:
None.
On the MOTION of Griffith, supported by Voelker,
the Minutes of the March 12, 1998 meeting were approved. AA
On the MOTION of Griffith, supported by Voelker,
the Minutes of the March 26, 1998meeting (Settlement Day) were approved.
AA
The Treasurer's Report through
March 31, 1998, General Fund: $356,434.86 was approved on the MOTION of
Lewis, supported by Voelker. RC AA MC
Bills totaling $13,399.03 in the General Fund were
approved for payment on the MOTION of Voelker, supported by Lewis. RC
AA MC
Bills totaling $3,142.34 in the Fire Operation Fund
were approved for payment on the
MOTION of Lewis, supported by Voelker.
RC AA
COMMITTEE REPORTS:
Fire Department:
1) On the MOTION of Griffith, supported by Voelker,
the Board approved STS Computers bid of $2,139 for the purchase of a new
computer and software. RC AA MC
2) On the MOTION of Griffith, supported by Lewis,
the Board approved Anderson Communications bid of $2,728 for the purchase
of 4 Motorola Lowband portable radios. RC
AA MC
3) All firefighters have been fitted for turnout
gear - delivery in 8 to 10 weeks.
4) Helmets and boots have been ordered.
5) A. Casperson has been nominated firefighter of
the year. Congratulations to Andy!
Assessor: 1)
No Report.
Zoning Administrator:
1) Six Land Use Permits were issued in March:
*Tim Ferwerda, 3520 Steams, construct garage;
*Michael Kaunarski, 2185 N. Lincoln Rd., addition
to existing single family dwelling 32 x 24;
*Alan Erickson, 4235 N. Beaune Rd., addition to single
family dwelling 24 x 24 x 25;
*Terry & Charlene Simons, 7028 Partridge Circle,
single family dwelling w/basement w.o. finished,
*Hamlin Twp. FD, Wilson Hill Park, place dry hydrant
on park;
*James & Claudia Bulthuis, 7629 W. 19th Ave.;
addition on house, remove 10 x 12 replace w/16 x 16; 64X40.
2) Annual Report for 4/1/97
- 3/31/98 was presented: there were 112 land use permits issued; 139 projects
permitted; 11 zoning variances were granted; 2 zoning variances were denied;
board of review had 31 appeals in person and 15 mail-in appeals for a total
of 46 appeals in 1997; the assessed value for Hamlin Township increased
to $ 108,392,100 and the taxable value is listed as $95,462,797.
Planning Commission: 1)
Did not Meet.
Zoning Board of Appeals: 1)
Will Meet 4/13/98:
*Robert & Caryl Ferguson, property #53-007-640-011-00
& 53-007-G40-012-00, described as Tamarac Harbor Subdivision, Lots
11 & 2, are requesting a 12 ft. height variance to construct a single
family dwelling with an attached garage 30' from grade level.
Townhall & Grounds: No Report
Transfer Facility:
1)Sorensen excavating will be out 4/11/98 or 4/15/98 to grade road into
the transfer site.
Parks: 1) Displayed
plans for the South Bayou Park.
2) Gary Dittmer will look into getting new "No Parking" signs for Wilson
Hill Park.
Roads:
1) As is the Boards policy on the abandonment of roads, on the MOTION of
Griffith, supported by Voelker, the Board approved not to take a position
on the petition, presented by Joe and Nancy Sniegowski, regarding the Abandonment
of Division Street between Hermitage Road and Duneview Drive. The clerk
will forward a copy of tonight's minutes to Mr. and Mrs. Sniegowski. RC
AA MC
2) On the MOTION of Voelker, supported by Lewis, the Board approved the
authorization for placement of seal coat surfacing on Lincoln Road from
Dewey Road to Duneview Drive at a cost to the township of $ 10, 125 and
approved authorization for gravel surfacing in Larch Subdivision at a cost
to the township of $1,500. RC AA MC
3) Gary Dittmer will study the condition of Bea.une Road and report his
recommendations back to Kathy Griffith as well as looking into a cost share
arrangement with the township to repair roads in Presidential Estates that
were not repaired to the township's standards/expectations.
Lake Board: No Report.
Lake Association: No Report.
OLD BUSINESS: None.
NEW BUSINESS:
1) Gary Dittmer explained the letter sent by the Road Commission to Mr.
and Mrs. Michael Banninga regarding the potential loss of trees on Ehler
Road. Mr. Dittmer indicated there are Maple trees in the ditch line that
are very mature. If left, their root system could be severely damaged during
the reconstruction of Ehler Road and they could die or someone may possibly
hit one, if left, and the County then could be liable. The Road Commission
is asking the Banninga's to reconsider and sign the easement form allowing
the work to proceed.
2) On the MOTION of Griffith, supported by Lewis, the Board approved hiring
Merskin & Merskin to conduct the township audit for fiscal year ending
March 31, 1998 at an estimated cost
of $2,200. RC AA MC
3) K. Griffith presented a proposal from Hal Genter, Digital Dezign, to
set.up a web site for Hamlin Township at a cost of $75 to $125 per page
not to exceed a cost of $500. After discussion, the proposal was tabled
until further information could be reviewed by the Board members.
CORRESPONDENCE:
1) Roger Anderson received letter from Spencer Abraham regarding House
Bill 1534.
2) Received letter from the Department of Environmental Quality stating
they cannot apply the concept of comprehensive hydrocarbon development
as the Board requested.
ANNOUNCEMENTS: 1) Kathy Griffith read
a letter from Del Petersen who is recovering from bone surgery on his leg.
He seems to be healing well and is in good spirits. Del hopes to be back
by the next meeting.
On the MOTION of Griffith, supported by Lewis, the meeting was adjourned
at 9:25 p.m. EST AA MC
Respectfully submitted,
Cathy Lewis Clerk
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