The regular meeting of the Ensley Township Board was called to order at 8:00 PM by Supervisor Knox. The meeting was opened with the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag and a Prayer. Board members present were Steve Knox, Cynthia Harwood, Faye Folkema, Joann VandenBerg, and John VanderMeulen. There were nine guests in attendance.
Minutes of Previous Meeting: The Minutes of October 7, 2008 were approved without objection.
Treasurers Report:
General $239,881.71
CD #1 General 30,000.00
Checking 1,600.15
Roads 63,498.20
Total $334,980.06
Receipts #4914-4938 were used totaling $5,312.30. Knox/VanderMeulen made the motion to accept the treasurer’s report. All affirmed. Motion carried.
Building Inspector: There were two building permits and there were three electrical permits.
Zoning Administrator: Mr. Hall was not in attendance. He submitted a written report before the meeting.
Planning Commission Report: There was a complaint received about graffiti. Work is continuing on the master plan and alternative energy.
Forest Commission Report: They discussed trail development
Road Report: The 128th Street overlay might be done this week if the weather permits.
Election Report: We had 1,278 of the 1,821 or 71% of the registered voters vote.
Assessors Report: He is working on the reappraisal. December 9 at noon is the Board of Review.
Public Comment: 8:34P.M. None.
New Business:
1. New Officials Training: There was a motion by VanderMeulen/Folkema to have Phil Starr attend the MTA training at Big Rapids and cover travel cost. All affirmed
Unfinished Business:
1. Law Suits: The Ellick paperwork is almost ready and for E.S.& G. there will be a letter coming from the attorney.
Bills: Checks #11083-11122 were used totaling $12,463.77. The General Fund was $11,445.09 and the Building Inspection Fund was $1,018.68. There was a motion by Folkema/Knox to pay the bills. All ayes. Motion carried.
Correspondence:
Public Comment: 8:40 P.M. The assessor needs a vertical file. There was a motion by Knox/VandenBerg for Jason to get a file suitable for his needs and spend up to $150.00. All affirmed.
Steve Boluyt acknowledged the clerk for her work on the election and Steve Knox for doing a good job as supervisor. John VanderMeulen gave Steve Knox and Joann VandenBerg a Certificate of Appreciation from the Township for their valuable contributions.
Adjourn: There was a motion to adjourn at 8:50 P.M.
Ensley Township
Disbursements Report
Checks dated from 12/02/2008 to 12/02/2008
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12/02/2008 Stephen Knox 11123 467.26
12/02/2008 Philip J. Starr 11124 229.52
12/02/2008 Faye Folkema 11125 1,112.80
12/02/2008 Cynthia Harwood 11126 1,194.50
12/02/2008 JoAnne VandenBerg 11127 156.24
12/02/2008 John VanderMeulen 11128 307.12
12/02/2008 Ralph H. Palmer 11129 41.87
12/02/2008 James M. Bonzo 11130 41.87
12/02/2008 Janet M. Abbott 11131 41.87
12/02/2008 Robert D. Buckowing 11132 41.87
12/02/2008 Robert A. Hall 11133 514.03
12/02/2008 Rosenzweig Appraisal Company, LLC 11134 4,415.81
12/02/2008 Times Indicator 11135 113.00
12/02/2008 Consumers Energy 11136 159.23
12/02/2008 Law Weathers & Richardson 11137 513.70
12/02/2008 Burnham & Flower of Michigan 11138 60.00
12/02/2008 Pioneer Group 11139 157.50
12/02/2008 Big Prairie Township 11140 58.75
12/02/2008 Newaygo County Road Commission 11141 50.00
12/02/2008 Verduin Webs 11142 240.00
12/02/2008 Deluxe Business Checks & Supplies 11143 164.59
12/02/2008 Gary Butler 11144 1,000.00
12/02/2008 Steven J. Boluyt 11145 205.55
12/02/2008 Patrick Huffman 11146 142.40
12/02/2008 United States Treasury 11147 691.00
12/02/2008 AT&T 11148 109.14
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12,229.62
Summary by Fund Distribution
101 - General Operating Fund 11,881.67
213 - Building Inspection Fund 347.95
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Total Checks 12,229.62
Submitted by,
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Cynthia Harwood, Clerk
