Karen Lavere

The board discussed several items including the approval of on-call planning services with Kazalav Planning and the hiring of staff for the positions of Summer Recreation Director, Summer Recreation Assistant Director, and Assessor. Appointments were made to the Recreation Board. The board approved a new contract with the DPW Union and authorized a quote for a sewage pump rebuild in the amount of $44,250.00. Additionally, the board approved the payment of current bills and reviewed board correspondence regarding regional transit updates, recreation events, and financial assistance applications for water infrastructure.

The meeting commenced with the pledge of allegiance. Public comments addressed topics including a non-profit organization seeking a new facility, services such as Text My Gov, video-taping of meetings, financial disclosures, cleanup initiatives, summer hours, EDA membership, blight enforcement, bicentennial planning, and newsletter suggestions. The agenda included reviewing the Attorney's Report with no further discussion. In New Business, the Board approved Pay Application #2 for the Howard and 24th St sidewalk project to Stafford Landscaping. The Sheriff's Captain reported on annual recertification training utilizing new virtual technology. The Fire Chief's report was also presented. Finally, the Board approved payment for both pre-paid bills and current bills. Correspondence topics included SEMCOG query results on rain levels, emergency management plan updates, review of tree ordinance implementation in other communities, Text My Gov usage, storm sewer investigations, an Easter Event scheduling, and positive data regarding housing interest in Port Huron Township. The status of the Assessor position applicant and site plans for a building at Petit & 32nd St were also noted.

Key discussion items included follow-up on an old business item regarding a banner and detailed planning for an Easter extravaganza, covering venue details, decorations, and vendors. Board members also discussed the need for additional board members. New business included alternative spring plans to serve as a back-up for the extravaganza and a fishing clinic.

The meeting involved routine business and the approval of the minutes from the January 19, 2026, Regular Board meeting. Key new agenda items included the approval of a tentative agreement with the DPW Union, the adoption of MTA Principles of Governance, the approval for the purchase of a Flygt Grinder Pump for Quain Lane, and the approval for the purchase of a 2026 Triumph tilt trailer for the DPW equipment. Additionally, the Board approved the payment of current bills in two separate transactions. Board correspondence noted that the township is seeking to fill an Assessor position, progress on the 32nd and Petite IDD Spec Building, zoning approvals, upcoming infrastructure improvements related to I94, and planning for Recreation Board events like the Easter Eggstravaganza and the 2026 Fishing Clinic.

The meeting included routine business and reports from various departments. Key discussions involved updates on ongoing engineering projects, including the Maywood pump station and the Griswold Force main replacement, with timelines affected by weather. The board approved the 2026 Environment Services Agreement for Bakers Field Stewardship. An offer for Parcel 74-28-253-0078-000 was accepted, and Marshall Campbell was appointed to the DDA Board. The board also approved the purchase of a John Deere mower and attachments, with the DDA covering half the cost. Furthermore, Resolution No. 2026.01.19.A was adopted to establish the 2026 Poverty Exemption Guidelines, including income levels and maximum asset standards. Finally, payments for prepaid and current bills were authorized.