Laura Fogarty

Covert Township Regular Board Regular Meeting

The Board approved several new HR policies, including a Longevity Pay Policy for non-union employees, a Health Insurance Payment in Lieu Policy, and a Paid Time Off (PTO) Policy, while also authorizing negotiations for union contract language updates regarding these changes. Significant infrastructure and maintenance approvals included multiple Van Buren County Road Commission projects for road paving and culvert replacement, a sewer lift station generator replacement, cleaning services for lift stations, and the purchase of new snow removal equipment. Additionally, the Board awarded a blight removal contract, approved the Fire Department's budget for a pancake breakfast event, accepted a resignation from the Garden Advisory Committee, and authorized a grant application for community park furniture. A building department service provider was selected, with a decision to reopen the RFP, and a proposal to display high school banners was tabled pending further information.

Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.