DELHI CHARTER TOWNSHIP

BOARD OF TRUSTEES
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
TUESDAY, APRIL 5, 2005

The Delhi Charter Township Board met in a regular meeting on Tuesday, April 5, 2005 in the Multipurpose Room at the Community Services Center, 2074 Aurelius Road, Holt, Michigan. Supervisor Goodrich called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m.

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

ROLL CALL

Members Present: Supervisor Stuart Goodrich, Clerk Evan Hope, Treasurer
Harry Ammon, Trustees John Hayhoe, Jerry Ketchum,
Paul Krepps

Members Absent: Trustee Terri Jenks

Others Present:
John Elsinga, Twp. Mgr.
Sandra Diorka, POTW Superintendent
Mark Jenks, Dir. of Parks & Recreation
Al McFadyen, Dir. of Community Development/DDA Exec. Dir.
Pat Brown, Fire Marshal
Deputy Tim Young, Delhi Div., Ingham County Sheriff’s Office
Wendy Thielen, Assist. Twp. Mgr. of Human Resources
Tricia Vander Ploeg, Administrative Sec’y./Deputy Supervisor
Barbara Prater, Assistant Twp. Clerk
 

MINUTES

MINUTES OF REGULAR TOWNSHIP BOARD MEETING – MARCH 15, 2005

AMMON MOVED THAT THE MINUTES OF THE REGULAR
MEETING OF MARCH 15, 2005 BE APPROVED AS PRINTED.

A Voice Poll was recorded as follows: All Ayes
Absent: Jenks
MOTION CARRIED




MINUTES OF COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE – PUBLIC SERVICES MEETING – MARCH 8, 2005

HOPE MOVED THAT THE MINUTES OF THE MARCH 8, 2005 COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE – PUBLIC SERVICES MEETING BE APPROVED.

A Voice Poll was recorded as follows: All Ayes
Absent: Jenks
MOTION CARRIED



MINUTES OF COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE – PUBLIC SAFETY MEETING – MARCH 15, 2005

AMMON MOVED THAT THE MINUTES OF THE PUBLIC SAFETY MEETING OF MARCH 15, 2005 BE APPROVED AS PRINTED.

A Voice Poll was recorded as follows: All Ayes
Absent: Jenks
MOTION CARRIED



CLAIMS

PAYROLL – MARCH 24, 2005

HOPE MOVED THAT THE PAYROLL PAID, MARCH 24, 2005 TOTALING $141,793.62 HAVING BEEN REVIEWED, AUDITED, AND APPROVED BE ACCEPTED BY THE BOARD.

A Roll Call Vote was recorded as follows:
Ayes: Hayhoe, Hope, Ketchum, Krepps, Ammon, Goodrich
Absent: Jenks
MOTION CARRIED



ACCOUNTS PAYABLE – MARCH 15, 2005

HOPE MOVED THAT THE ACCOUNTS PAYABLE PAID MARCH 15, 2005, TOTALING $225,192.02 HAVING BEEN REVIEWED, AUDITED, AND APPROVED BE ACCEPTED BY THE BOARD.

A Roll Call Vote was recorded as follows:
Ayes: Hope, Ketchum, Krepps, Ammon, Goodrich, Hayhoe
Absent: Jenks
MOTION CARRIED



ACCOUNTS PAYABLE – MARCH 29, 2005

HOPE MOVED THAT THE ACCOUNTS PAYABLE PAID MARCH 29, 2005, TOTALING $478,274.84 HAVING BEEN REVIEWED, AUDITED, AND APPROVED BE ACCEPTED BY THE BOARD.

 A Roll Call Vote was recorded as follows:
Ayes: Ketchum, Krepps, Ammon, Goodrich, Hayhoe, Hope
Absent: Jenks
MOTION CARRIED


 

PUBLIC COMMENTS

Chad Chambers, 1919 Cromwell – read his letter of resignation from the Delhi Twp. Fire Dept., effective April 5, 2005.

Mark Greko, 2032 Delhi NE – spoke about why he is resigning from the Delhi Twp. Fire Dept. and he submitted his letter of resignation, effective immediately.

The following citizens expressed their concerns about Delhi Twp. Fire Department’s hiring/training procedures:

Ed Ziegenhagen Mike Hamilton Tim Monroe
4143 Watson 4541 Sycamore 2020 Delhi NE

Mr. Hamilton requested that the Township Board schedule a special meeting with Fire Department personnel to discuss their concerns. Mr. Monroe concurred with Mr. Hamilton’s request.

Julie Loveless, 4036 Dell – read a letter and submitted it, along with a list of signatures from property owners, requesting a four-way stop sign at the intersection of Pine Tree and Dell Road, reduced speed limit of at least 35 mph along Dell Rd. to be consistent with the speed limit along Willoughby Rd., and that the speed limit be strictly enforced (on file in the Clerk’s Dept.). Supervisor Goodrich commented that the Township would review this matter.

Lisa Ackley – 4037 S. Pine Dell – spoke about her telephone conversation with David Sonnenberg of the Ingham County Road Commission relative to her concerns about the speed limit on Dell Rd. and the need for a four-way stop sign at the intersection of Pine Tree and Dell Road.


 

SET/ADJUST AGENDA
 

HOPE MOVED TO ADD LATE AGENDA ITEM NO. 14, WHICH IS APPOINTMENT TO THE ELECTION COMMISSION.

A Voice Poll was recorded as follows: All Ayes
Absent: Jenks
MOTION CARRIED



PROCLAMATION IN HONOR OF NATIONAL LIBRARY WORKERS DAY ON APRIL 12, 2005

Twp. Clerk Evan Hope commented that the Township is presenting a proclamation to the Delhi Twp. Branch Library, which states that the American Library Association-Allied Professional Association has declared Tuesday, April 12, 2005 as the second annual “National Library Workers Day” recognizing all libraries and library workers (ATTACHMENT I).

COMMITTEE BUSINESS – PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION

RESOLUTION NO. 2005-008, ICMA RETIREMENT CORPORATION GOVERNMENTAL MONEY PURCHASE PLAN & TRUST

The Board reviewed a memorandum dated March 31, 2005 from Twp. Mgr. Elsinga (ATTACHMENT II).

AMMON MOVED TO ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 2005-008, WHICH ADOPTS THE ICMA RETIREMENT CORPORATION GOVERNMENTAL MONEY PURCHASE PLAN & TRUST FOR RETIREMENT PLAN BENEFITS FOR FULL-TIME EMPLOYEES OF DELHI CHARTER TOWNSHIP AND TO TERMINATE THE GROUP ANNUITY CONTRACT WITH MANULIFE FINANCIAL AND ABSORB ALL COSTS ASSOCIATED WITH THE TRANSFER OF THE DEFINED CONTRIBUTION PLAN ASSETS FROM MANULIFE FINANCIAL TO THE ICMA RETIREMENT CORPORATION.

A Roll Call Vote was recorded as follows:
Ayes: Ketchum, Krepps, Ammon, Goodrich, Hayhoe, Hope
Absent: Jenks
MOTION CARRIED



ADOPTION AGREEMENT, ICMA RETIREMENT CORPORATION GOVERNMENTAL MONEY PURCHASE PLAN & TRUST

The Board reviewed a memorandum dated March 31, 2005 from Twp. Mgr. Elsinga (ATTACHMENT III).

AMMON MOVED TO APPROVE THE ICMA RETIREMENT CORPORATION GOVERNMENTAL MONEY PURCHASE PLAN & TRUST ADOPTION AGREEMENT FOR RETIREMENT PLAN BENEFITS FOR FULL-TIME EMPLOYEES OF DELHI CHARTER TOWNSHIP.

A Roll Call Vote was recorded as follows:
Ayes: Krepps, Ammon, Goodrich, Hayhoe, Hope, Ketchum
Absent: Jenks
MOTION CARRIED



ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES AGREEMENT, ICMA RETIREMENT CORPORATION GOVERNMENTAL MONEY PURCHASE PLAN & TRUST

The Board reviewed a memorandum dated March 31, 2005 from Twp. Mgr. Elsinga (ATTACHMENT IV).

KREPPS MOVED TO APPROVE THE ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE INTERNATIONAL CITY MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATION (ICMA) GOVERNMENTAL MONEY PURCHASE PLAN & TRUST FOR RETIREMENT PLAN BENEFITS FOR FULL-TIME EMPLOYEES OF DELHI CHARTER TOWNSHIP.

A Roll Call Vote was recorded as follows:
Ayes: Ammon, Goodrich, Hayhoe, Hope, Ketchum, Krepps
Absent: Jenks
MOTION CARRIED



INSPECTOR RATES, ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING/MECHANICAL INSPECTIONS

The Board reviewed a memorandum dated March 30, 2005 from Twp. Mgr. Elsinga (ATTACHMENT V).

HAYHOE MOVED TO INCREASE THE ELECTRICAL INSPECTOR RATES AND THE BACKUP ELECTRICAL AND PLUMBING/MECHANICAL INSPECTOR RATES TO $35.00 PER INSPECTION, EFFECTIVE APRIL 1, 2005.

A Roll Call Vote was recorded as follows:
Ayes: Goodrich, Hayhoe, Hope, Ketchum, Krepps, Ammon
Absent: Jenks
MOTION CARRIED



PUBLIC HEARING – 8:00 P.M.

HOPE MOVED TO OPEN THE PUBLIC HEARING ON THE ESTABLISHMENT OF AN INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT AND APPROVAL OF A SPECULATIVE BUILDING.

A Voice Poll was recorded as follows: All Ayes
Absent: Jenks
MOTION CARRIED

Clerk Hope commented that this Public Hearing is on the establishment of an Industrial Development District for the portion of Oakwood Executive Park within Delhi Township boundaries (62-acre site at Pinetree and English Oak Drive, which borders I-96).

Al McFadyen, Dir. of Community Development/DDA Executive Dir., introduced Steve Mills and Marsha Zimmerman from the Dart Development Corporation, and Twp. Atty. David Olmstead of Thrun, Maatsch & Nordberg. Mr. Mills commented that the speculative building is located in Oakwood Executive Park and that the building is approximately 103,000 sq. ft. Several General Motors suppliers have looked at this building. The establishment of this Industrial Development District would add an extra marketing incentive. One supplier is considering the use of 80,000 sq. ft. of the building.
Treasurer Ammon asked if the speculative building would be tax exempt. Ms. Zimmerman responded that by creating the Industrial Development District, it allows a prospect coming into the building to apply for a personal property tax exemption. Mr. McFadyen commented that the speculative building would also be potentially eligible for a tax abatement.

Atty. Olmstead commented that the proposed Resolution 2005-007, establishing an Industrial Development District, provides for two things to happen, creating a district and approving the speculative building. Most of the Oakwood Executive Park is currently commercial. The speculative building has the potential for several uses; i.e. manufacturing, commercial and high tech. The speculative building would be for whatever units of the building that are used, which would primarily be for industrial purposes under the terms of the Act (Act 198).

Trustee Ketchum asked if the maximum tax abatement is 50% for 12 years. Treasurer Ammon responded that if the tenant purchases new equipment then they could apply for another tax abatement. Supervisor Goodrich asked about the procedure if a tenant doesn’t stay in the building for 12 years. Mr. Mills responded that he believes that they would structure their lease to be a 12 year lease with an escape clause for the tenant. Atty. Olmstead said that if the lease doesn’t continue for 12 years, then the abatement period would only be for the term of the lease. Mr. McFadyen commented that if the tenant were to move out, then the Township Board would be asked to rescind the tax abatement and then it would be passed on to the State Tax Commission, who would formally rescind the tax abatement certificate.

Trustee Hayhoe asked if Dart Development Corp. is still owned by the owners of Dart Container and Mr. Mills responded in the affirmative.

No written or verbal comments were received from the public.

Motion to Close Public Hearing - 8:12 P.M.

HOPE MOVED TO CLOSE THE PUBLIC HEARING.

A Voice Poll was recorded as follows: All Ayes
Absent: Jenks
MOTION CARRIED


 

NEW BUSINESS

PETITION LANSING BOARD OF WATER AND LIGHT FOR WATER DISTRICT – MEADOW RIDGE SUBDIVISION NO.’s 5 AND 6

The Board reviewed memorandums dated March 29, 2005 from Twp. Mgr. Elsinga and March 21, 2005 from Patrick Gingrich, Delhi, Inc. (ATTACHMENT VI).

HAYHOE MOVED TO PETITION THE LANSING BOARD OF WATER AND LIGHT TO ESTABLISH A WATER DISTRICT TO SERVE MEADOW RIDGE SUBDIVISION NO. 5 AND NO. 6.

A Roll Call Vote was recorded as follows:
Ayes: Hayhoe, Hope, Ketchum, Krepps, Ammon, Goodrich
Absent: Jenks
MOTION CARRIED




2004 ANNUAL REPORT – PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT

Mark Jenks, Dir. of Parks and Recreation, gave a Power Point presentation of his 2004 Parks and Recreation Department annual report. Mr. Jenks also reported on the status of the proposed skate park at the northeast corner of the parking lot at the former Holt High School.


 

NEW BUSINESS (Cont’d.)

PETITION LANSING BOARD OF WATER AND LIGHT FOR WATER DISTRICT, DELHI STRATFORD PLACE

The Board reviewed memorandums dated March 29, 2005 from Twp. Mgr. Elsinga and March 23, 2005 from Greg Benson, V. P., Delhi Stratford Place LDHALP (ATTACHMENT VIII).

HOPE MOVED TO PETITION THE LANSING BOARD OF WATER AND
LIGHT TO ESTABLISH A WATER DISTRICT TO SERVE DELHI STRATFORD PLACE.

A Roll Call Vote was recorded as follows:
Ayes: Hope, Ketchum, Krepps, Ammon, Goodrich, Hayhoe
Absent: Jenks
MOTION CARRIED



PUBLICLY OWNED TREATMENT WORKS (POTW) LABORATORY SUPPLY AND EQUIPMENT ORDER

The Board reviewed memorandums dated March 29, 2005 from Twp. Mgr. Elsinga and March 23, 2005 from Sandra Diorka, POTW Superintendent (ATTACHMENT IX).

KETCHUM MOVED TO APPROVE THE PUBLICLY OWNED TREATMENT WORKS (POTW) EXPENDITURE FOR LABORATORY SUPPLIES FROM FISHER SCIENTIFIC COMPANY IN THE AMOUNT OF $18,996.23.

A Roll Call Vote was recorded as follows:
Ayes: Ketchum, Krepps, Ammon, Goodrich, Hayhoe, Hope
Absent: Jenks
MOTION CARRIED



ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT OF CEDAR LAKE BY CENTRAL MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY’S MICHIGAN WATER RESEARCH CENTER

The Board reviewed a memorandum dated March 31, 2005 from Twp. Mgr. Elsinga (ATTACHMENT X).

KREPPS MOVED TO APPROVE THE PROPOSAL FROM CENTRAL MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY’S “THE MICHIGAN WATER RESEARCH CENTER” TO CONDUCT A STUDY OF CEDAR LAKE IN THE AMOUNT OF $46,855.43 (WITH THE TOWNSHIP’S SHARE BEING $23,427.72).

Sheila Fitzgibbons, Aquatic Sports Ltd., 1298 N. Cedar St., Mason – expressed concern about waiting for another study of Cedar Lake before something is done to eliminate the degradation of the lake that occurred during 2004.

A Roll Call Vote was recorded as follows:
Ayes: Ketchum, Krepps, Ammon, Goodrich, Hayhoe, Hope
Absent: Jenks
MOTION CARRIED



RESOLUTION NO. 2005-007, ESTABLISHMENT OF AN INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT

The Board reviewed a memorandum dated March 29, 2005 from Twp. Clerk Evan Hope and Twp. Resolution No. 2005-007 (ATTACHMENT XI).

AMMON MOVED TO ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 2005-007, WHICH ESTABLISHES AN INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT FOR PROPERTY KNOWN AS OAKWOOD EXECUTIVE PARK WHICH IS LOCATED AT PINE TREE ROAD AND ENGLISH OAK DRIVE
(BORDERING I-96) SOUTH OF JOLLY ROAD CONSISTING OF
41.29 ACRES IN SECTION 2 OF DELHI TOWNSHIP AND APPROVES
THE 100,000 SQUARE FOOT BUILDING LOCATED THEREON AS A SPECULATIVE BUILDING.

A Roll Call Vote was recorded as follows:
Ayes: Krepps, Ammon, Goodrich, Hayhoe, Hope, Ketchum
Absent: Jenks
MOTION CARRIED


 

ZONING AND DEVELOPMENT

PETITION FOR CHANGE OF ZONE, CASE NO. 05-777, 2600 BLOCK OF EATON RAPIDS ROAD, TAX PARCEL #33-25-05-07-326-018, BARBARA SMITH, C-2, GENERAL BUSINESS, TO C-3, HIGHWAY SERVICE, SECOND CONSIDERATION, ZONING ORDINANCE NO. 577

The Board reviewed the recommendation of the Planning Commission.

AMMON MOVED UPON SECOND CONSIDERATION, TO APPROVE
THE REZONING OF CASE NO. 05-777, 2600 BLOCK OF EATON RAPIDS ROAD, TAX PARCEL #33-25-05-07-326-018, BARBARA SMITH, C-2, GENERAL BUSINESS, TO C-3, HIGHWAY SERVICE, AS RECOMMENDED BY THE PLANNING COMMISSION BASED ON IT BEING CONSISTENT WITH THE FUTURE LAND USE MAP. ZONING ORDINANCE NO. 577.

A Roll Call Vote was recorded as follows:
Ayes: Ammon, Goodrich, Hayhoe, Hope, Ketchum, Krepps
Absent: Jenks
MOTION CARRIED



SPECIAL USE PERMIT NO. 05-239, 2600 BLOCK OF EATON RAPIDS ROAD, TAX PARCEL #33-25-05-07-326-018

The Board reviewed the recommendation of the Planning Commission.

AMMON MOVED TO APPROVE SPECIAL USE PERMIT NO. 05-239, 2600 BLOCK OF EATON RAPIDS ROAD, TAX PARCEL #33-25-05-07-326-018, BARBARA SMITH, FOR WAREHOUSING, AS RECOMMENDED BY THE PLANNING COMMISSION WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:

1. THE BUILDING FACADE IS SIMILAR TO THE BUILDINGS IN THE AREA (AT A MINIMUM OF NO METAL SIDING OR ROOFING).

2. THE SITE SHALL BE DESIGNED AND OPERATED TO PROTECT THE ENVIRONMENT AND SURROUNDING LAND USES FROM HAZARDOUS MATERIALS OR CONDITIONS.

3. ALL CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT SHALL BE STORED INDOORS. CARS, PICKUPS AND VANS USED BY THE BUSINESS MAY BE PARKED OUTDOORS.

4. THIS SPECIAL USE PERMIT MUST BE MODIFIED TO PERMIT OUTDOOR STORAGE PRIOR TO STORING ANY MATERIALS OR EQUIPMENT OUTDOORS.

A Roll Call Vote was recorded as follows:
Ayes: Goodrich, Hayhoe, Hope, Ketchum, Krepps, Ammon
Absent: Jenks
MOTION CARRIED



SPECIAL USE PERMIT NO. 05-241, 2575 ALAMO DRIVE, TAX PARCEL #33-25-05-076-301-037 AND 33-25-05-07-301-038, GYPSUM SUPPLY COMPANY, REQUEST TO PERMIT WAREHOUSING AND COVERED OUTDOOR STORAGE

The Board reviewed the recommendation of the Planning Commission.

HAYHOE MOVED TO APPROVE SPECIAL USE PERMIT NO. 05-241, 2575 ALAMO DRIVE (LOTS 11 THROUGH 14 OF WAVERLY COMMERCE PARK), TAX PARCEL #33-25-05-07-301-037 AND 33-25-05-07-301-038, GYPSUM SUPPLY COMPANY, FOR WAREHOUSING AND COVERED OUTDOOR STORAGE, AS RECOMMENDED BY THE PLANNING COMMISSION, WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:

1. THAT ALL MATERIALS STORED OUTDOORS SHALL BE IN A FULLY COVERED ENVIRONMENT ONLY.

2. NO EXPANSION OF OUTDOOR STORAGE SHALL OCCUR UNTIL OUTDOOR STORAGE IS ALLOWED IN THE C-3 DISTRICT.

3. THAT AN EIGHT (8) FOOT HIGH CHAIN LINK FENCE BE INSTALLED ON THE FULL PERIMETER OF THE BACK AND SIDES OF THE PROPERTY TO THE FRONT FACE OF THE BUILDING.

4. THAT GRANTING OF THIS SPECIAL USE PERMIT SHALL VOID SPECIAL USE PERMIT NO. 00-191.

5. BOTH INGRESS AND EGRESS OF SUPPLY AND DELIVERY VEHICLES BE RESTRICTED FROM USE ON BISHOP ROAD, BETWEEN WAVERLY ROAD AND M-99, EXCEPT FOR LOCAL DELIVERY UNTIL 25% OF FRONTAGE ALONG BISHOP ROAD IS COMMERCIAL PROPERTY.

A Roll Call Vote was recorded as follows:
Ayes: Hayhoe, Hope, Ketchum, Krepps, Ammon, Goodrich
Absent: Jenks
MOTION CARRIED


 

LATE AGENDA ITEM

APPOINTMENT TO THE ELECTION COMMISSION: TRUSTEE HAYHOE

HOPE MOVED TO APPOINT TRUSTEE HAYHOE TO THE ELECTION COMMISSION WITH THE TOWNSHIP CLERK AS CHAIR AS PROVIDED BY STATUTE.

Clerk Hope commented that Trustee Krepps is currently a member of the Election Commission and that he has agreed to continue. There are no term limits for the Election Commission. In a Charter Township, the Election Commission must consist of the Twp. Clerk and two Trustees.

A Roll Call Vote was recorded as follows:
Ayes: Hope, Ketchum, Krepps, Ammon, Goodrich, Hayhoe
Absent: Jenks
MOTION CARRIED

 

REPORTS

SUPERVISOR GOODRICH

INGHAM COUNTY ROAD COMMISSION (ICRC) MEETING, THURSDAY, APRIL 7, 2005

The ICRC is meeting on Thursday, April 7, 2005 at 6:30 p.m. at their office to discuss bridge and road projects.


SPECIAL JOINT MEETING OF THE DELHI TOWNSHIP BOARD AND HOLT PUBLIC SCHOOLS BOARD OF EDUCATION, APRIL 14, 2005

A special joint meeting between the Delhi Township Board and Holt Public Schools Board of Education is scheduled for Thursday, April 14, 2005 at 7:00 p.m. in the Multipurpose Room at the Community Services Center, 2074 Aurelius Road, Holt, MI.


RESCHEDULE MAY 3, 2005 DELHI TOWNSHIP BOARD MEETINGS

The May 3, 2005 Delhi Township Board meeting and the Committee of the Whole – Public Administration meeting has been rescheduled to Wednesday, May 4, 2005 due to the Holt Public Schools/LCC Election.


NOISE COMPLAINT RE: STEALTH ENGINEERING

The Board reviewed a memorandum dated March 31, 2005 from the Township’s Code Enforcement Officer, Dennis Larner (ATTACHMENT XII) regarding the Township’s continuing efforts to effectively address Gerald and Janet Hedin’s concerns regarding noise issues relative to Stealth Engineering located at 1489 Cedar Street.



TREASURER AMMON

COLLECTION OF WINTER PROPERTY TAXES

Treasurer Ammon reported that the Treasurer’s Office has completed its collection of winter property taxes.

 

CLERK HOPE

NEW VOTING EQUIPMENT

The Clerk’s Office has received the Township’s new optical scanning voting devices (Sequoia Voting Systems), which were successfully tested on April 5, 2005. Clerk Hope invited the Township Board to attend a meeting for the public to have an opportunity to see how the new voting equipment operates (date and time of mtg. to be announced).

TRUSTEES

HAYHOE

HOLT FOOD BANK - FEAST OF HUNGER

The Holt Food Bank’s recent “Feast of Hunger” fundraiser was well attended.


AMERCIAN CANCER SOCIETY – 24- HOUR RELAY FOR LIFE

The American Cancer Society is sponsoring a 24-hour Relay for Life walk in Holt at the Holt High School this summer (June 24 and 25, 2005). Supervisor Goodrich commented that the Delhi Twp. Fire Department would be participating in this relay and he encouraged all employees to participate.


HOLT KIWANIS BARBECUE DINNER – APRIL 29, 2005

The Kiwanis Barbecue Dinner is scheduled for the end of April (Friday, April 29th at the Holt Presbyterian Church).


HOLT KIWANIS NEWSPAPER DRIVE

The Holt Kiwanis sponsors a newspaper drive every two months (next paper drive is April 22 & 23, 2005 at the Holt Plaza 8 a.m. – 6 p.m.).



KETCHUM

MEETING TO DISCUSS FIRE DEPARTMENT

Trustee Ketchum referred to the public comments from citizens that were made earlier in this meeting relative to the Delhi Twp. Fire Dept., and he requested that a meeting be called to discuss this matter further. Supervisor Goodrich invited Trustee Ketchum to meet with him.

 

TOWNSHIP MANAGER ELSINGA

2005 MARCH BOARD OF REVIEW

The Board reviewed a memorandum dated March 22, 2005 from Steve Hudson, Assessor (ATTACHMENT XIII).

Twp. Mgr. Elsinga commented that Steve Hudson, Assessor, informed him today that he spoke with Sally Trout of the Lansing State Journal who had asked about the average value of housing in Delhi Twp. in 2005. The average value of housing in Delhi Twp. is $167,100. Twp. Mgr. Elsinga further commented that about a month ago he reported that the average value of housing was $158,900; therefore, the value has gone up since then by about 5.2%.
 

FYI ITEMS

1. Excerpt from the MI Dept. of Health Newsletter on an article titled, “Ingham County Health Dept. & local fire station (Delhi Twp. Fire Dept.) offer drive-through flu clinic”.
2. Accounts Payable paid March 15 and March 29, 2005.
 

ADJOURNMENT

AMMON MOVED TO ADJOURN THE MEETING.

A Voice Poll was recorded as follows: All Ayes
Absent: Jenks
MOTION CARRIED

Meeting adjourned at 9:15 p.m.

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