Bob Nowicki

The board discussed community projects including a splash pad and pickleball courts. Financial approvals were granted for the General Fund and the Cemetery Fund, while no action was taken regarding the Roadway Fund due to billing inquiries. New business topics included bids for community center and township sealcoating, as well as repairs for the Kelly Meyers dugout.

The board addressed public concerns regarding community center path safety and approved expenditures for the General Fund, Roadway Fund, and Cemetery Fund. New business included the approval of purchasing embankment stone for Stonebridge Trail and a review of revised engagement contracts for Cross Park and Hawes Park, where the board identified concerns regarding unfavorable legal venue and lien clauses. Reports covered updates on park maintenance, path lighting upgrades, participation in a sharps drop-off program, highway projects, and cemetery operations. Additionally, the Historical Society provided updates on upcoming open houses and landscaping, while the Activity Coordinator reported on new events and facility bookings at the community center.

The board discussed potential future projects with an architectural firm, focusing on the expansion of Hawes Park and improvements at the Community Center. Key considerations included feasibility studies for a proposed splash pad and pickleball courts, traffic impact, and the acquisition of adjacent land for park expansion. The board planned to receive updated, hourly not-to-exceed proposals for these projects. Additionally, public comments addressed concerns regarding park development preferences, communication methods for meetings, maintenance of bike paths, and the accessibility of public restrooms at the community center pavilion.

The board approved expenditures for the General, Roadway, and Cemetery funds. New business included a presentation from an architectural firm regarding future recreation projects, the approval of a Request for Bid for electronic signage at Cross Park, and the authorization of a 10% budget increase for the Assessor. Additionally, the board approved tentative general and road budgets, an HVAC contract with O'Connor, and a resolution to authorize an agreement with SMTD. Discussion also covered the assessor's report on market complaints and staffing, as well as a clarification of the clerk's statutory role.

The board discussed and approved the adoption of the Annual Meeting Agenda during the special session.