The meeting was called to order at 7:00 pm by Chair Michelle Meis, the Pledge of Allegiance was recited.  Supervisors present included Branden Mell, Doug Johnson and Betsy Rising. Clerk, Heather Sward and Treasurer, Angela Krejchik were also present.

Agenda

Motion to approve the agenda by Betsy Rising, seconded by Branden Mell. Approved.

Board Meeting Minutes

Motion to approve the June 10th, 2025 regular board meeting minutes by Doug Johnson, seconded by Betsy Rising.  Approved.

Treasurer’s Report

Angeal presented that we have a CD that is coming to maturity on July 27, 2025, in the amount of $17,100.00, it was a 13-month CD at 5%.  Rates have been obtained from Unity Bank, Frandsen Bank and Security Bank.  The highest rate came from Unity with 4.05% for 5 months.  Motion to approve a Unity Bank CD for 5 months at a 4.05% interest rate with the funds that are maturing on July 27, 2025, by Michelle Meis, seconded by Betsy Rising.  Approved.

Motion to approve the Treasurer’s Report by Branden Mell, seconded by Doug Johnson.  Approved.

Bills

Motion to approve paying the bills in the amount of $76,518.47 by Betsy Rising, seconded by Branden Mell.  Approved.

Variance/Plat/Interim Use Permit Requests

Teri Recht, 50370 Acacia Lane Variance: Motion to approve the variance for the deck/pergola and to not approve the change to the driveway/parking pad by Branden Mell, seconded by Betsy Rising.  Approved.


Open Forum

Abigail Hencheck: questioned Nessel Township and East Central Energy’s (ECE) broadband service area. They have received communication that Nessel Township did not allow ECE to provide broadband service to our residents.  It was discussed that Nessel Township did not have any communication to that effect and we have no reason to exclude other providers from our area. Motion to provide a letter to ECE requesting that they provide broadband service to residents within Nessel township who request it and that we have no reason to prohibit or exclude ECE to providing broadband services within Nessel Township by Branden Mell, seconded by Betsy Rising.  Approved.   

Road Maintenance Report

Muddy Gap Hollow spent time grading and performing tree removal, brushing and ditch mowing and hauling gravel to roads.   We received a letter from Royalton Township and John also spoke with Royalton Township regarding shared maintenance on 540th.  It was determined that Royalton can get a better price on gravel and John would like to spread it.  Motion to approve Royalton’s purchase of gravel and John will spread it for 540th by Doug Johnson, seconded by Betsy Rising.  Approved.       

At the end of Clover Trail, where it meets County Road 7, there is a large pothole in the township portion of asphalt, John will hot/cold patch it.

Leier property/Azara Ave: an email was read regarding new ownership on this property and the invitation to township vehicles to the historic end of the road. Doug and John will work with the new owners.

Mr. Ausmus emailed regarding traffic levels on Acacia Way and the level of dust.  He plans on coming to our next meeting.

                                            

Committee Reports

  1. Road Committee
  • Doug worked with a few residents regarding tree trimming on Birch and Belle Isle.
  • The Sheriff’s Department reached out regarding vandalism north of 520th on Basswood sign.  We will replace the sign.
  • Lee driveway permit:  approved to return escrow payment.
  1. Budget Committee
  • None at this time.

  1. Contract Committee
  • Motion to approve Resolution 03-2025 awarding maintenance contract pursuant to bids to Muddy Gap Hollow, Inc. by Branden Mell, seconded by Betsy Rising. Approved.
  • Discussion regarding private road plowing.  Both Shorewood and Bayview North’s contracts expire this year.  Clerk will update to current rates and provide to the road’s contacts for review/renewal. No other changes were recommended.   
  1. Policy Committee
  • None at this time
  1. Clerk’s Township Update
  • The Clerk presented monthly report of the township happenings.

Old Business

  1. None at this time

New Business

  1. Vacant Supervisor Seat “C”:  With Stan Iskierka’s resignation at the June meeting, discussion was had regarding the current vacant position.   Motion to formally accept Stan Iskierka’s resignation effective June 10, 2025 by Branden Mell, seconded by Betsy Rising.  Approved.

We will post the vacancy on the website to determine interest. We will do a 1-month search with the goal to appoint the new supervisor in September.  The term will be through 2028, and at that time it will be put back on the ballot.

  1. Private Road Snow Plowing: Moved to contract committee.


Motion to adjourn at 8:30 pm by Branden Mell, seconded by Betsy Rising. Approved.