CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF WATERFORD 5200 Civic Center Drive Waterford, Michigan 48329
AUGUST 28, 2017 6:00 P.M. -AGENDA –
1. Approve Agenda
2. Announcements
2.I. Township Office Closing Township Offices will be closed on Monday, September 4, 2017, in observance of Labor Day. Emergency services will be available.
2.II. Library Office Closing The Library will be closed on Sunday, September 3 and Monday, September 4 for the Labor Day holiday. We will also be closed on Friday, September 1, per usual.
2.III. Regular Hours Resume September 5, 2017 Regular Township business hours resume on Tuesday, September 5, 2017. Township administrative hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m.
2.IV. 15th Annual Longest Breakfast Table The Longest Breakfast Table, annual fundraiser pancake breakfast, will be held on Saturday, September 9, 2017, 8:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. at Fire Station 1, 2495 Crescent Lake Road. Join us while Waterford Police & Firefighters flip pancakes for the community! Enjoy fresh pancakes, sausage, juice, coffee and time spent with your Waterford neighbors and friends.
Documents:
LBT FLYER 2017.PDF
2.V. Big Wheels Keep On Rollin' Big Wheels Keep on Rollin'...Sponsored by Waterford Parks and Recreation will be held on Saturday, September 9, 2017, from 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. at the Civic Center Campus, 5200 Civic Center Drive. The cost is $5.00/car at the gate. Did you ever want to see big rigs up close? Don't miss your opportunity to climb aboard some large trucks, equipment and see other unusual vehicles at this attention-grabbing event. For more information or to put your equipment/vehicle on display please call Tori Heglin at 248-674-5441.
2.VI. 4th Annual Riverwalk Festival The 4th Annual RiverWalk Festival will be held on Sunday, September 10th, 2017, near Buffalo Wild Wings & Boston Market, between 9:00 a.m. - 9:30 p.m. There will Vendors, 3 live music stages, interactive art games, face painting, photo-booth, sidewalk chalk/toys (while supplies last), Disc Golf Challenge and more. For more information visit dare2inspire2017.com.
2.VII. Looking For Community Minded People The Charter Township of Waterford is looking for community minded people to serve on various Township Boards. Board members are required to attend approximately one to two meetings a month. If you are interested in serving your community please contact the Supervisor's office via E-MAIL or call 248-674-6201.
3. Awards & Presentations
3.I. Department Of Public Works Promotions
Documents:
BOARD ACTION DPW PROMOTIONS 08212017.PDF
4. Consent Agenda Board Members may remove items from the Consent Agenda for discussion purposes or for the purpose of voting in opposition. Public comment for items removed from the consent agenda may be received in the same manner immediately following the Consent Agenda.
4.I. August 14, 2017, Meeting Minutes
Documents:
M08-14-17.PDF
4.II. August 28, 2017, Bill Payment
Documents:
BILL PAYMENT 082817.PDF
4.III. Receive The Cable Department's July 2017 Report
Documents:
CABLEDEPARTMENTREPORT JULY2017.PDF
4.IV. Receive The Fire Department's July 2017 Report
Documents:
FIRE JULY 2017 REPORT.PDF
4.V. Receive The Library's July 2017 Report
Documents:
LIBRARY REPORT - JUL 2017.PDF
4.VI. Receive The Treasurer's Office's July 2017 Report
Documents:
TREASURERS REPORT - JULY 2017.PDF
4.VII. Fireworks Display Permit - Waterford Kettering High School
Documents:
FIREWORKS DISPLAY WKHS.PDF
5. Board Liaison Reports (Verbal)
6. New Business
6.I. K9 Purchase Request
Documents:
K9 PURCHASE REQUEST.PDF
6.II. Purchase Of New Patrol Rifles
Documents:
PATROL RIFLE BOARD APPROVAL REQUEST.PDF
6.III. HGACBuy - Interlocal Contract For Cooperative Purchasing
Documents:
MEMO FROM DAWN CITO - HGACBUY.PDF HGACBUY CONTRACT TO BE SIGNED.PDF
6.IV. 2017 Sidewalk Repairs
Documents:
SIDEWALK REPAIRS 08222017.PDF
6.V. Cooley Lake Generator Replacement
Documents:
JOE ASHLEY MEMO COOLEY LAKE GENERATOR PURCHASE REQUEST 08212017.DOC.PDF COOLEY LAKE GENERATOR PURCHASE REQUEST 08212017.PDF
6.VI. Trailer Mount Generator Replacement Purchases
Documents:
PORTABLE GENERATOR PURCHASE JOE MEMO REQUEST 08222017 REVISED.PDF
6.VII. Sewer Rate Increase Request For September 1, 2017
Documents:
BOARD ACTION SEWER RATES 2017 08172017.PDF 2017-18 SEWER PASS-THROUGH RATE ADJ REC TO DPW DIR.PDF
6.VIII. Public Comments – Public Comments Will Be Limited To Three (3) Minutes Per Topic
7. Closed Session
7.I. Possible Closed Session To Discuss Township Attorney August 9, 2017, Confidential, Attorney-Client Privileged Letter To Township Supervisor
In conformance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, large-print agendas and minutes are available upon request. Barrier-free parking and access are also available at town hall. Minutes are available upon request at the clerk's department, and on the Township’s web site. CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF WATERFORD 5200 Civic Center Drive Waterford, Michigan 48329
AUGUST 28, 2017 6:00 P.M. -AGENDA –
1. Approve Agenda
2. Announcements
2.I. Township Office Closing Township Offices will be closed on Monday, September 4, 2017, in observance of Labor Day. Emergency services will be available.
2.II. Library Office Closing The Library will be closed on Sunday, September 3 and Monday, September 4 for the Labor Day holiday. We will also be closed on Friday, September 1, per usual.
2.III. Regular Hours Resume September 5, 2017 Regular Township business hours resume on Tuesday, September 5, 2017. Township administrative hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m.
2.IV. 15th Annual Longest Breakfast Table The Longest Breakfast Table, annual fundraiser pancake breakfast, will be held on Saturday, September 9, 2017, 8:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. at Fire Station 1, 2495 Crescent Lake Road. Join us while Waterford Police & Firefighters flip pancakes for the community! Enjoy fresh pancakes, sausage, juice, coffee and time spent with your Waterford neighbors and friends.
Documents:
LBT FLYER 2017.PDF
2.V. Big Wheels Keep On Rollin' Big Wheels Keep on Rollin'...Sponsored by Waterford Parks and Recreation will be held on Saturday, September 9, 2017, from 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. at the Civic Center Campus, 5200 Civic Center Drive. The cost is $5.00/car at the gate. Did you ever want to see big rigs up close? Don't miss your opportunity to climb aboard some large trucks, equipment and see other unusual vehicles at this attention-grabbing event. For more information or to put your equipment/vehicle on display please call Tori Heglin at 248-674-5441.
2.VI. 4th Annual Riverwalk Festival The 4th Annual RiverWalk Festival will be held on Sunday, September 10th, 2017, near Buffalo Wild Wings & Boston Market, between 9:00 a.m. - 9:30 p.m. There will Vendors, 3 live music stages, interactive art games, face painting, photo-booth, sidewalk chalk/toys (while supplies last), Disc Golf Challenge and more. For more information visit dare2inspire2017.com.
2.VII. Looking For Community Minded People The Charter Township of Waterford is looking for community minded people to serve on various Township Boards. Board members are required to attend approximately one to two meetings a month. If you are interested in serving your community please contact the Supervisor's office via E-MAIL or call 248-674-6201.
3. Awards & Presentations
3.I. Department Of Public Works Promotions
Documents:
BOARD ACTION DPW PROMOTIONS 08212017.PDF
4. Consent Agenda Board Members may remove items from the Consent Agenda for discussion purposes or for the purpose of voting in opposition. Public comment for items removed from the consent agenda may be received in the same manner immediately following the Consent Agenda.
4.I. August 14, 2017, Meeting Minutes
Documents:
M08-14-17.PDF
4.II. August 28, 2017, Bill Payment
Documents:
BILL PAYMENT 082817.PDF
4.III. Receive The Cable Department's July 2017 Report
Documents:
CABLEDEPARTMENTREPORT JULY2017.PDF
4.IV. Receive The Fire Department's July 2017 Report
Documents:
FIRE JULY 2017 REPORT.PDF
4.V. Receive The Library's July 2017 Report
Documents:
LIBRARY REPORT - JUL 2017.PDF
4.VI. Receive The Treasurer's Office's July 2017 Report
Documents:
TREASURERS REPORT - JULY 2017.PDF
4.VII. Fireworks Display Permit - Waterford Kettering High School
Documents:
FIREWORKS DISPLAY WKHS.PDF
5. Board Liaison Reports (Verbal)
6. New Business
6.I. K9 Purchase Request
Documents:
K9 PURCHASE REQUEST.PDF
6.II. Purchase Of New Patrol Rifles
Documents:
PATROL RIFLE BOARD APPROVAL REQUEST.PDF
6.III. HGACBuy - Interlocal Contract For Cooperative Purchasing
Documents:
MEMO FROM DAWN CITO - HGACBUY.PDF HGACBUY CONTRACT TO BE SIGNED.PDF
6.IV. 2017 Sidewalk Repairs
Documents:
SIDEWALK REPAIRS 08222017.PDF
6.V. Cooley Lake Generator Replacement
Documents:
JOE ASHLEY MEMO COOLEY LAKE GENERATOR PURCHASE REQUEST 08212017.DOC.PDF COOLEY LAKE GENERATOR PURCHASE REQUEST 08212017.PDF
6.VI. Trailer Mount Generator Replacement Purchases
Documents:
PORTABLE GENERATOR PURCHASE JOE MEMO REQUEST 08222017 REVISED.PDF
6.VII. Sewer Rate Increase Request For September 1, 2017
Documents:
BOARD ACTION SEWER RATES 2017 08172017.PDF 2017-18 SEWER PASS-THROUGH RATE ADJ REC TO DPW DIR.PDF
6.VIII. Public Comments – Public Comments Will Be Limited To Three (3) Minutes Per Topic
7. Closed Session
7.I. Possible Closed Session To Discuss Township Attorney August 9, 2017, Confidential, Attorney-Client Privileged Letter To Township Supervisor
In conformance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, large-print agendas and minutes are available upon request. Barrier-free parking and access are also available at town hall. Minutes are available upon request at the clerk's department, and on the Township’s web site. CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF WATERFORD 5200 Civic Center Drive Waterford, Michigan 48329
AUGUST 28, 2017 6:00 P.M. -AGENDA –
1. Approve Agenda
2. Announcements
2.I. Township Office Closing Township Offices will be closed on Monday, September 4, 2017, in observance of Labor Day. Emergency services will be available.
2.II. Library Office Closing The Library will be closed on Sunday, September 3 and Monday, September 4 for the Labor Day holiday. We will also be closed on Friday, September 1, per usual.
2.III. Regular Hours Resume September 5, 2017 Regular Township business hours resume on Tuesday, September 5, 2017. Township administrative hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m.
2.IV. 15th Annual Longest Breakfast Table The Longest Breakfast Table, annual fundraiser pancake breakfast, will be held on Saturday, September 9, 2017, 8:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. at Fire Station 1, 2495 Crescent Lake Road. Join us while Waterford Police & Firefighters flip pancakes for the community! Enjoy fresh pancakes, sausage, juice, coffee and time spent with your Waterford neighbors and friends.
Documents:
LBT FLYER 2017.PDF
2.V. Big Wheels Keep On Rollin' Big Wheels Keep on Rollin'...Sponsored by Waterford Parks and Recreation will be held on Saturday, September 9, 2017, from 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. at the Civic Center Campus, 5200 Civic Center Drive. The cost is $5.00/car at the gate. Did you ever want to see big rigs up close? Don't miss your opportunity to climb aboard some large trucks, equipment and see other unusual vehicles at this attention-grabbing event. For more information or to put your equipment/vehicle on display please call Tori Heglin at 248-674-5441.
2.VI. 4th Annual Riverwalk Festival The 4th Annual RiverWalk Festival will be held on Sunday, September 10th, 2017, near Buffalo Wild Wings & Boston Market, between 9:00 a.m. - 9:30 p.m. There will Vendors, 3 live music stages, interactive art games, face painting, photo-booth, sidewalk chalk/toys (while supplies last), Disc Golf Challenge and more. For more information visit dare2inspire2017.com.
2.VII. Looking For Community Minded People The Charter Township of Waterford is looking for community minded people to serve on various Township Boards. Board members are required to attend approximately one to two meetings a month. If you are interested in serving your community please contact the Supervisor's office via E-MAIL or call 248-674-6201.
3. Awards & Presentations
3.I. Department Of Public Works Promotions
Documents:
BOARD ACTION DPW PROMOTIONS 08212017.PDF
4. Consent Agenda Board Members may remove items from the Consent Agenda for discussion purposes or for the purpose of voting in opposition. Public comment for items removed from the consent agenda may be received in the same manner immediately following the Consent Agenda.
4.I. August 14, 2017, Meeting Minutes
Documents:
M08-14-17.PDF
4.II. August 28, 2017, Bill Payment
Documents:
BILL PAYMENT 082817.PDF
4.III. Receive The Cable Department's July 2017 Report
Documents:
CABLEDEPARTMENTREPORT JULY2017.PDF
4.IV. Receive The Fire Department's July 2017 Report
Documents:
FIRE JULY 2017 REPORT.PDF
4.V. Receive The Library's July 2017 Report
Documents:
LIBRARY REPORT - JUL 2017.PDF
4.VI. Receive The Treasurer's Office's July 2017 Report
Documents:
TREASURERS REPORT - JULY 2017.PDF
4.VII. Fireworks Display Permit - Waterford Kettering High School
Documents:
FIREWORKS DISPLAY WKHS.PDF
5. Board Liaison Reports (Verbal)
6. New Business
6.I. K9 Purchase Request
Documents:
K9 PURCHASE REQUEST.PDF
6.II. Purchase Of New Patrol Rifles
Documents:
PATROL RIFLE BOARD APPROVAL REQUEST.PDF
6.III. HGACBuy - Interlocal Contract For Cooperative Purchasing
Documents:
MEMO FROM DAWN CITO - HGACBUY.PDF HGACBUY CONTRACT TO BE SIGNED.PDF
6.IV. 2017 Sidewalk Repairs
Documents:
SIDEWALK REPAIRS 08222017.PDF
6.V. Cooley Lake Generator Replacement
Documents:
JOE ASHLEY MEMO COOLEY LAKE GENERATOR PURCHASE REQUEST 08212017.DOC.PDF COOLEY LAKE GENERATOR PURCHASE REQUEST 08212017.PDF
6.VI. Trailer Mount Generator Replacement Purchases
Documents:
PORTABLE GENERATOR PURCHASE JOE MEMO REQUEST 08222017 REVISED.PDF
6.VII. Sewer Rate Increase Request For September 1, 2017
Documents:
BOARD ACTION SEWER RATES 2017 08172017.PDF 2017-18 SEWER PASS-THROUGH RATE ADJ REC TO DPW DIR.PDF
6.VIII. Public Comments – Public Comments Will Be Limited To Three (3) Minutes Per Topic
7. Closed Session
7.I. Possible Closed Session To Discuss Township Attorney August 9, 2017, Confidential, Attorney-Client Privileged Letter To Township Supervisor
In conformance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, large-print agendas and minutes are available upon request. Barrier-free parking and access are also available at town hall. Minutes are available upon request at the clerk's department, and on the Township’s web site. CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF WATERFORD 5200 Civic Center Drive Waterford, Michigan 48329
AUGUST 28, 2017 6:00 P.M. -AGENDA –
1. Approve Agenda
2. Announcements
2.I. Township Office Closing Township Offices will be closed on Monday, September 4, 2017, in observance of Labor Day. Emergency services will be available.
2.II. Library Office Closing The Library will be closed on Sunday, September 3 and Monday, September 4 for the Labor Day holiday. We will also be closed on Friday, September 1, per usual.
2.III. Regular Hours Resume September 5, 2017 Regular Township business hours resume on Tuesday, September 5, 2017. Township administrative hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m.
2.IV. 15th Annual Longest Breakfast Table The Longest Breakfast Table, annual fundraiser pancake breakfast, will be held on Saturday, September 9, 2017, 8:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. at Fire Station 1, 2495 Crescent Lake Road. Join us while Waterford Police & Firefighters flip pancakes for the community! Enjoy fresh pancakes, sausage, juice, coffee and time spent with your Waterford neighbors and friends.
Documents:
LBT FLYER 2017.PDF
2.V. Big Wheels Keep On Rollin' Big Wheels Keep on Rollin'...Sponsored by Waterford Parks and Recreation will be held on Saturday, September 9, 2017, from 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. at the Civic Center Campus, 5200 Civic Center Drive. The cost is $5.00/car at the gate. Did you ever want to see big rigs up close? Don't miss your opportunity to climb aboard some large trucks, equipment and see other unusual vehicles at this attention-grabbing event. For more information or to put your equipment/vehicle on display please call Tori Heglin at 248-674-5441.
2.VI. 4th Annual Riverwalk Festival The 4th Annual RiverWalk Festival will be held on Sunday, September 10th, 2017, near Buffalo Wild Wings & Boston Market, between 9:00 a.m. - 9:30 p.m. There will Vendors, 3 live music stages, interactive art games, face painting, photo-booth, sidewalk chalk/toys (while supplies last), Disc Golf Challenge and more. For more information visit dare2inspire2017.com.
2.VII. Looking For Community Minded People The Charter Township of Waterford is looking for community minded people to serve on various Township Boards. Board members are required to attend approximately one to two meetings a month. If you are interested in serving your community please contact the Supervisor's office via E-MAIL or call 248-674-6201.
3. Awards & Presentations
3.I. Department Of Public Works Promotions
Documents:
BOARD ACTION DPW PROMOTIONS 08212017.PDF
4. Consent Agenda Board Members may remove items from the Consent Agenda for discussion purposes or for the purpose of voting in opposition. Public comment for items removed from the consent agenda may be received in the same manner immediately following the Consent Agenda.
4.I. August 14, 2017, Meeting Minutes
Documents:
M08-14-17.PDF
4.II. August 28, 2017, Bill Payment
Documents:
BILL PAYMENT 082817.PDF
4.III. Receive The Cable Department's July 2017 Report
Documents:
CABLEDEPARTMENTREPORT JULY2017.PDF
4.IV. Receive The Fire Department's July 2017 Report
Documents:
FIRE JULY 2017 REPORT.PDF
4.V. Receive The Library's July 2017 Report
Documents:
LIBRARY REPORT - JUL 2017.PDF
4.VI. Receive The Treasurer's Office's July 2017 Report
Documents:
TREASURERS REPORT - JULY 2017.PDF
4.VII. Fireworks Display Permit - Waterford Kettering High School
Documents:
FIREWORKS DISPLAY WKHS.PDF
5. Board Liaison Reports (Verbal)
6. New Business
6.I. K9 Purchase Request
Documents:
K9 PURCHASE REQUEST.PDF
6.II. Purchase Of New Patrol Rifles
Documents:
PATROL RIFLE BOARD APPROVAL REQUEST.PDF
6.III. HGACBuy - Interlocal Contract For Cooperative Purchasing
Documents:
MEMO FROM DAWN CITO - HGACBUY.PDF HGACBUY CONTRACT TO BE SIGNED.PDF
6.IV. 2017 Sidewalk Repairs
Documents:
SIDEWALK REPAIRS 08222017.PDF
6.V. Cooley Lake Generator Replacement
Documents:
JOE ASHLEY MEMO COOLEY LAKE GENERATOR PURCHASE REQUEST 08212017.DOC.PDF COOLEY LAKE GENERATOR PURCHASE REQUEST 08212017.PDF
6.VI. Trailer Mount Generator Replacement Purchases
Documents:
PORTABLE GENERATOR PURCHASE JOE MEMO REQUEST 08222017 REVISED.PDF
6.VII. Sewer Rate Increase Request For September 1, 2017
Documents:
BOARD ACTION SEWER RATES 2017 08172017.PDF 2017-18 SEWER PASS-THROUGH RATE ADJ REC TO DPW DIR.PDF
6.VIII. Public Comments – Public Comments Will Be Limited To Three (3) Minutes Per Topic
7. Closed Session
7.I. Possible Closed Session To Discuss Township Attorney August 9, 2017, Confidential, Attorney-Client Privileged Letter To Township Supervisor
In conformance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, large-print agendas and minutes are available upon request. Barrier-free parking and access are also available at town hall. Minutes are available upon request at the clerk's department, and on the Township’s web site.
TOWNSHIP BOARD MEETING MINUTES CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF WATERFORD TOWN HALL AUDITORIUM MONDAY, AUGUST 14, 2017 6:00 P.M.
BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT: Gary Wall, Supervisor Sue Camilleri, Clerk Margaret Birch, Treasurer Anthony Bartolotta, Trustee Michael Healy, Trustee Karen Joliat, Trustee Steven Thomas, Trustee
OTHERS PRESENT: Vaughn Wagner Connie Zamora Louis W. Feurino Ruth Wagner Joan Rogers Matt Covey Marty Kuhn Dawn Cito Adam Duberstein Bill Force Garry Nielsen Bianca Stoner Bill Lethemon Carolyn Kirin Rufino Zamora Grant Smith, WYA Tim LeRoy Kent Douglas Stan Moore Tag Krear Erin Stahl Bea Stephenson Cindy Column Annie Chachich Donna Wall Jen Thom John Paul Torres Shelly Robinson Alison Swanson Jim Zampol Grace Mini Dick Manasseri
Supervisor Gary Wall called the meeting to order at 6:01 p.m. and asked for a moment of silence for the brave men and women who have served our Country and then led the Pledge of Allegiance.
Roll call was taken and all Board Members were present.
1. APPROVE AGENDA
1.1. August 14, 2017, Agenda
Moved by Birch; Seconded by Bartolotta, RESOLVED, to approve the agenda for August 14, 2017, agenda as printed.
Motion carried unanimously.
August 14, 2017 TOWNSHIP BOARD MINUTES Page 2
2. ANNOUNCEMENTS 2.1. Waterford Parks and Recreation will hold their annual Park*It Family Fun Nights 2017 on Thursday, August 24th at Hess-Hathaway Park, 825 S. Williams Lake Road. The event starts at 6:00 p.m., live music by Momford & Son begins at 6:30 p.m. and Finding Dory will begin at 8:20 p.m. This is a free event. 2.2. The 32nd Annual Airport Air Show & Open House will be held on Sunday, August 27, 2017, from 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. at the Oakland County International Airport. It features a full spectrum of aviation entertainment and exhibits such as championship aerobatic teams, individual performers, freefall parachute demonstrations, World War II aircraft, and a variety of military, commercial and civilian aircraft and vehicles on display. A day of fun for the entire family. Air Show starts at 2:00 p.m. Admission is free, parking is $5 per vehicle 2.3. The Longest Breakfast Table, annual fundraiser pancake breakfast, will be held on Saturday, September 9, 2017, 8:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. at Fire Station 1, 2495 Crescent Lake Road. Join us while Waterford Police & Firefighters flip pancakes for the community! Enjoy fresh pancakes, sausage, juice, coffee and time spent with your Waterford neighbors and friends. 2.4. Big Wheels Keep on Rollin'...Sponsored by Waterford Parks and Recreation will be held on Saturday, September 9, 2017, from 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. at the Civic Center Campus, 5200 Civic Center Drive. The cost is $5.00/car at the gate. Did you ever want to see big rigs up close? Don't miss your opportunity to climb aboard some large trucks, equipment and see other unusual vehicles at this attention-grabbing event. For more information or to put your equipment/vehicle on display please call Tori Heglin at 248-674-5441. 2.5. The 4th Annual RiverWalk, Festival Dare 2 Inspire, will be held on Sunday, September 10th, 2017, near Buffalo Wild Wings & Boston Market, between 9:00 a.m. - 9:30 p.m. There will Vendors, 3 live music stages, interactive art games, face painting, photo-booth, sidewalk chalk/toys (while supplies last), Disc Golf Challenge and more. For more information visit dare2inspire2017.com. 2.6. Recent published reports by WDIV and the Detroit Free Press, to name a few, make reference to ten Michigan communities that made the most recent list of “100 Safest Cities in America”. Waterford Township came in at number fifty eight on the list which is released annually by Alarms.org. Rankings are based on violent crimes reported per 100,000 residents. 2.7. After a debilitating back injury and subsequent rehabilitation, Waterford resident Sharon Crain found a new purpose in life. This summer, part of that purpose will be to ride hundreds of miles of Michigan’s Iron Belle Trail in the Upper Peninsula and, if all goes as planned, raise $6,000 to help purchase bicycles for kids in need. Sharon and riding partner, Jeff Ring, are working with Oakland Family Services to find kids in need of bikes. Oakland Family Services will purchase bikes from Back Alley Bikes in Detroit, a nonprofit community bike shop that provides cycling education for youths. Together, they hope to reinforce the importance of building a healthy, strong body through exercise by bike riding. 2.8. Congratulations to the 2017 Classic Car Show Winners. 1st Place - Tony Bartolotta, 2nd Place - Gary Frenkel, and 3rd Place - Judy Knudsen. Also, a special thank you to the Sponsors: Steve's European Automotive & Kona Ice and the following donors: Buffalo Wild Wings, Culvers of Waterford, Kroger, Michigan Chiropractic, Overtyme Bar & Grill, Planet Fitness, Heather Purdon, Sandy Quinn, Saxony Betts, Starbuck's of Waterford, Studio 59, Waterford Hills Road Racing, Waterford Pool and Fitness Centers, Waterford Sportsmen's Great Northern Grill, and Liz Waun.
3. AWARDS AND PRESENTATIONS
3.1 Employee of the 2nd Quarter 2017 – Todd Butler, Parks and Recreation
Shelly Robinson, of the Employee Recognition Committee, presented the Employee of the 2nd Quarter 2017 Award to Todd Butler of Parks and Recreation. Mr. Butler has been a Township employee for almost 20 years. Alison Swanson, Superintendant of Parks and Recreation, accepted the award on Mr. Butler’s behalf. Mrs. Swanson stated that the Township is fortunate to have Mr. Butler as an employee. He is one of two maintenance workers, is very efficient and creative, and will go the extra mile to get the job done. Mr. Butler, a very humble employee, thanks the Employee Recognition Committee for this honor.
August 14, 2017 TOWNSHIP BOARD MINUTES Page 3
4. CONSENT AGENDA Board Members may remove items from the Consent Agenda for discussion purposes or for the purpose of voting in opposition. Public comment for items removed from the consent agenda may be received in the same manner immediately following the Consent Agenda.
4.1. July 24, 2017, Meeting Minutes 4.2. August 14, 2017, Bill Payment 4.3. Receive the Assessor’s Office August 2017 Report 4.4. Receive the Clerk’s Office May and June 2017 Report 4.5. Receive the Development Services Department’s June 2017 Report 4.6. Receive the District Court’s 2017 – 2nd Quarter Report and July 2017 Report 4.7. Receive the IT Department’s May 2017 Report 4.8. Receive the Library’s June 2017 Report 4.9. Banner Permit - Waterford Senior Center 4.10. Banner Permit – Lifepointe Christian Church 4.11. Parade/Walk Permit – Waterford Senior Center
Moved by Birch; Seconded by Joliat, RESOLVED, to approve Consent Agenda Items 4.1 through 4.11; a roll call vote was taken.
Ayes: Wall, Camilleri, Birch, Bartolotta, Healy, Joliat and Thomas Nays: None Absent: None
Motion carried unanimously.
5. BOARD LIASON REPORTS (VERBAL)
Trustee Bartolotta, Van Norman Lake Board, Planning Commission
On August 21, 2017, or sooner, the Van Norman Lake will be doing a mechanical weed harvest.
The Planning Commission had a special meeting on August 1st and the following cases were heard: *New Beginnings Baptist Church had a final site plan review. *Review of sidewalk requirements at Lake Angelus Park (Former Jayno Adams school site) *Remi Jona came to the Planning Commission with a conceptual plan for the northwest corner of W Huron Street and Telegraph. *Proposed land division /and conceptual plan for 3520 Airport Road.
Trustee Healy, Parks and Recreation Board The Parks and Recreation Board held a special meeting to discuss the potential of a new community center. There are no specific details at this time.
August 14, 2017 TOWNSHIP BOARD MINUTES Page 4
6. OLD BUSINESS 6.1. Rezoning Case No. 17-06-03; Vacant Parcel (Formerly 5385 Highland Road)
The following memo was received from Larry Lockwood, Superintendent of Planning and Zoning.
Zoning History and Analysis
This rezoning application is by API Architectural Planners, Inc. and is a request to rezone the subject property (formerly 5385 Highland Rd.) from the O-1, Local Office District to the C-1, Neighborhood Business District. The property was initially developed as a gas station site in 1961. The property became vacant and in disrepair around 1993 and was finally demolished in 2009. Since then, the property has remained vacant. In reviewing the zoning history, the property became viable for commercial business opportunities in the 1960’s when this area along Highland Rd. was rezoned from Agriculture to Commercial. In 1963, the property was rezoned to C-2, General Business and remained under that classification until 2010. In 2010, the Township updated the Master Plan and land use maps for the community. During that review, it became evident that some of the existing single family homes that are part of the Highland Estates and Holiday Farms subdivisions on the south side of Highland Rd. (between Jeffwood and Dundee), had been converted to local office uses. It was determined that the O-1, Local Office would be the best zoning classification for those properties.
Zoning History: 1950 – 1960: Agricultural 1 1960 – 1963: Commercial 1 1963 – 2010: C-2, General Business 2010 – Present: O-1, Local Office Master Plan The Master Plan for the subject property shows Central Community Business. This designation is intended for property in the geographic center of the Township, along the Highland Road corridor. The Central Community Business designation allows for a mixture of land uses including office, commercial and residential. Just west of the subject property at Irwin Dr. and Harger St., the Master Plan’s Central Community Business designation merges with the Regional Commerce designation. The Planning Commission reviewed this case at their July 11, 2017 meeting and resolved 5-1 (with Commissioner Reno absent) to forward a favorable recommendation on to the Township Board (see attached meeting minutes). Staff will be present at Monday’s meeting to address any questions that may come up. However, if you have any questions, or require additional information in advance of the meeting, please contact this office.
Mr. Lovend, 1463 Jeffwood, objects to a pick up window and feels that it would disrupt the neighborhood.
Mr. John Stratton, 1451 Jeffwood, would like to see different screening no drive-thru. Mr. Lockwood, Planning and Zoning Superintendant, indicated that there will be no vehicle access to Jeffwood. He is working with the Developer, API, Architectural Planners, Inc., to ensure that the development takes measures to provide the least disruption to the adjacent apartments or neighborhood.
Trustee Bartolotta advised that the proposed Tropical Smoothie would not have hours past 9:00 p.m. and the developer is willing to work with the Township’s Planning Commission.
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Rezoning Case No. 17-06-03; Vacant Parcel (Formerly 5385 Highland Road) Continued.
Moved by Camilleri, Seconded by Bartolotta; RESOLVED, to approve Zoning Ordinance Map Amendment 2017-Z-005; Rezoning Case No 17-06-03 to rezone from O-1, Local Office District to C-1, Neighborhood Business District. A roll call vote was taken.
Ayes: Wall, Camilleri, Birch, Bartolotta, Healy, Joliat and Thomas Nays: None Absent: None
Motion carried unanimously.
6.2. Rezoning Case No 17-06-01; 6929 Highland Road
The following memo was received from Larry Lockwood, Superintendent of Planning and Zoning.
Background Analysis This rezoning application is by Nowak & Frauds Engineers on behalf of the Suburban Highland Rd., LLC group. As you are aware, the Suburban Ford team has been in the process of assembling land at the S.E. corner of Highland Rd. and Hospital Rd. for the development of a new automobile dealership. To date, the Ford group has assembled fourteen (14) parcels for this project and completed the necessary rezoning to the C-4, Extensive Business District on April 24, 2017. The subject property located at 6929 Highland Rd. was recently acquired in order to be added into this parcel assemblage providing for a total land area of 19.2 acres.
Zoning History: 1950 – 1960: Residential 1 1960 – 1963: Commercial 1 1963 – 2010: C-2, General Business District 2010 – Present: C-2, Small Business District
The Planning Commission reviewed this case at their July 11, 2017 meeting and resolved 6-0 (with Commissioner Reno absent) to forward a favorable recommendation on to the Township Board (see attached draft meeting minutes).
Staff will be in attendance at Monday’s meeting for any questions on this case. However, if you have any questions in advance of the meeting, please contact this office.
Moved by Bartolotta, Seconded by Birch; RESOLVED, to approve Zoning Ordinance Amendment 2017-Z-004; Rezoning Case No 17- 06-01, from C-2, Small Business District to C-4, Extensive Business District. A roll call vote was taken.
Ayes: Wall, Camilleri, Birch, Bartolotta, Healy, Joliat and Thomas Nays: None Absent: None
Motion carried unanimously.
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6.3. Rezoning Case No. 17-05-02; SW Corner of Cass Elizabeth Road
The following memo was received from Larry Lockwood, Superintendent of Planning and Zoning.
Zoning History and Analysis
This case is a request by Don Ukrainec to rezone the subject parcel which is described as Lot 168 of the Meniwaters Subdivision. This lot has been zoned for local business use since 1950. Similarly, the parcels west and adjacent to the subject lot have had the same zoning classification.
Mr. Ukrainec came before the Planning Commission on December 13, 2016 to discuss this request (see attached meeting minutes). The subject property, along with the two neighboring parcels to the west are located between Nokomis Way and Henricks Way, which are considered residential streets that provide access to the Meniwaters subdivision.
When reviewing the current zoning, land use patterns in the area, there are two small areas of C- 1 zoning on the south side of Elizabeth Lake Rd. between Hendricks Way and Parkway. The lone viable neighborhood business is the Grapes and Hops party store/market located at 4177 Cass Elizabeth Rd. There is a former ice cream stand at 4145 Cass Elizabeth Rd. that has been closed for many years. The other developed C-1 parcels located at 4235 and 4255 Cass Elizabeth have been primarily used for residential purposes.
Zoning History: 1950 – 1963: Commercial 1 1963 – 2010: C-1, Local Business 2010 – Present: C-1, Neighborhood Business
The Planning Commission reviewed this case at their July 11, 2017, meeting and resolved 6-0 (with Commissioner Reno Absent) to forward a favorable recommendation in this case on to the Township Board (see attached draft meeting minutes).
Staff will be present at Monday’s meeting to address any questions that may come up. However, if you have any questions or require additional information in advance of the meeting, please contact this office.
Moved by Joliat, Seconded by Birch; RESOLVED, to approve Zoning Ordinance Map Amendment 2017-Z-003, Rezoning Case No 17-05-02 from C-1, Neighborhood Business District to R-1C, Single Family Residential District. A roll call vote was taken.
Ayes: Wall, Camilleri, Birch, Bartolotta, Healy, Joliat and Thomas Nays: None Absent: None
Motion carried unanimously.
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7. NEW BUSINESS 7.1 Housing Law Resolution
The following memo was received from Gary Dovre, Township Attorney.
Although the Housing Law of Michigan (MCL 125.401-125.543), has been on the books since 1917, it was not until the legislature adopted Public Act 14 of 2016, that any portions of the Housing Law were automatically applicable to certain townships. Substantively, the Housing Law contains minimum maintenance standards for specified classes of dwellings, including private dwellings (traditional one-family homes), 2-family dwellings (duplexes), and multiple dwellings, which are basically any type of dwelling other than a private or 2-family dwelling.
Under the 2016 amendment of MCL 125.401, because Waterford has a population of 10,000 or more, the Housing Law automatically applies to multiple dwellings in the Township. Regarding private and 2-family dwellings, the Housing Law does not automatically apply because the Township has a population of less than 100,000. If the Township Board wanted the Housing Law to apply to private and two-family dwellings, it would need to adopt a Resolution to that effect. Such action is not recommended, at least at this time.
MCL 125.523 requires the Township Board to designate a local officer or agency to administer and enforce the portions of the Housing Law that are now applicable in the Township. A Resolution that would designate the Development Services and Fire Departments as the Township’s enforcing agencies is provided with this letter for your consideration and possible adoption. The reason for designating both departments is that the minimum maintenance standards for multiple dwellings under the Housing Law include regulations within the purview of the Building Division of the Development Services Department and Fire Department.
The Resolution also provides that the Township’s enforcing officers, personnel, and process for multiple dwellings that are dangerous buildings will be as already provided for in the Township’s Dangerous Building Ordinance codified in Article VIII in Chapter 4 of the Ordinance Code. In that regard, the recodification of the Township’s ordinances in 2014 included revisions necessary to conform the Dangerous Building Ordinance to the dangerous building process described in the Housing Law. Therefore, there should be no need to change the Township’s existing dangerous building process if we do have to deal with a multiple dwelling.
Finally, although the Housing Law does include provisions on inspection of multiple dwellings, those do not need to be addressed in your Resolution. Rather, any changes required by the Housing Law in that regard will be addressed along with other proposed amendments to the Township Rental Certification Ordinance that we are working on with Township staff.
Unless there are questions or concerns that have not been addressed, a motion to adopt the State Housing Law Resolution as presented is recommended.
Clerk Camilleri read the following Resolution.
CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF WATERFORD OAKLAND COUNTY, MICHIGAN
STATE HOUSING LAW RESOLUTION
RECITALS:
A. As amended by Public Act No. 14 of 2016, the Housing Law of Michigan, MCL 125.401 - 125.543 ("Housing Law"), now applies to multiple dwellings in the Township because the Township has a population of 10,000 or more.
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Housing Law Resolution Continued.
B. Under MCL 125.523, the Township Board is to designate a local officer or agency responsible for administering the applicable provisions of the Housing Law.
C. The minimum maintenance standards in the Housing Law include regulations within the scope of Township Ordinances and Codes administered and enforced by the Development Services and/or Fire Departments, making those appropriate Departments to administer and enforce the applicable provisions of the Housing Law.
IT IS THEREFORE RESOLVED:
1. The Township's Development Services and Fire Departments are designated as the Township agencies responsible for administering and enforcing the provisions of the Housing Law that are applicable to the Township.
2. For purposes of any multiple dwellings that are dangerous buildings under the Housing Law, administration and enforcement shall be by the same Township officers, personnel, and process as provided in the Dangerous Building Ordinance codified in Article VIII of Chapter 4 of the Waterford Charter Township Code.
CERTIFICATION
I hereby certify that this Resolution was adopted by the Charter Township of Waterford Board of Trustees at a regular meeting on August 14, 2017.
Charter Township of Waterford
______Date Sue Camilleri, Township Clerk
Moved by Joliat; Seconded by Bartolotta, RESOLVED, to approve the State Housing Law Resolution as presented. A roll call vote was taken.
Ayes: Wall, Camilleri, Birch, Bartolotta, Healy, Joliat and Thomas Nays: None Absent: None
Motion carried unanimously.
7.2 Consideration of Part-Time Detective Bureau Clerk
The following memo was received from Police Chief Underwood.
The police department is seeking your approval to create and fill the position of a part-time Detective Bureau Clerk. The duties and responsibilities of the position are outlined in the attached job description.
Generally, this person will provide administrative and clerical assistance to the Detectives so they can concentrate their efforts on case management and spend less time on clerical tasks.
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Consideration of Part-Time Detective Bureau Clerk Continued.
There is currently no clerical help in the Detective Bureau to assist with the day to day business operations. Our goal here is to relieve Detectives of clerical duties so they can become more efficient and effective in investigating complaints and managing their case load.
The requested position would be classified as follows:
Title: part-time Detective Bureau Clerk
Starting Salary: $14.00 per hour
The funding for this position is available in the “wages-pt/temp” line item of the 2017 police budget, as adopted.
Thank you in advance for your consideration in this matter. If you have any questions please don’t hesitate to contact me at 248-618-7530.
Moved by Bartolotta; Seconded by Birch, RESOLVED; to approve the position of Part-Time Detective Bureau Clerk at the starting salary of $14.00 per hour. A roll call vote was taken
Ayes: Wall, Camilleri, Birch, Bartolotta, Healy, Joliat and Thomas Nays: None Absent: None
Motion carried unanimously.
7.3 Approval of Cost Study for Defined Contribution Employees being added to Disability Retirement Benefit through Public Act 345
The following memo was received from Treasurer Birch.
Public Act 314 says that this study cannot be paid for by the pension system; only the township board may approve this expense and pay for it. This is to be a part of the firefighter’s contract and agreement. This is the same study the police department has done and the provision on Disability Pension that was proposed for the Defined Contribution Plan that was in their tentative agreement though 12/31/17.
I’m asking the Board of Trustees to approve payment for this study.
Moved by Birch; Seconded by Camilleri, RESOLVED, to approve the Cost Study for Defined Contribution for Fire Department Employees being added to Disability Retirement Benefit through Public Act 345 to be provided by Gabriel, Roeder, Smith & Company in the amount of $3,000.00 to be paid out of account 12480-84500. A roll call vote was taken.
Ayes: Wall, Camilleri, Birch, Bartolotta, Healy, Joliat and Thomas Nays: None Absent: None
Motion carried unanimously.
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7.4 Request for Class C Liquor License at 4761 Highland Road
The following memo was received from Mr. Stanley Moore. I am humbly requesting this Honorable Board grant me the use of one of the Liquor Licenses that has been awarded to Waterford Township by the State of Michigan. My intention is to open an entertainment facility at 4761 Highland Road, formerly known as The Eagles Building.
I purchased this property about 4 years ago and I have strived to redevelop this property and have made significant improvements to the exterior as well as the interior of the facility. I have taken what was once a vacant eyesore in a very important corridor of Waterford Township and turned it into a beautiful building that already has rental tenants operating successful businesses. This building is full of history, and I believe I have restored this building to its former glory.
My vision for the remaining space is this building is to become an entertainment facility with the capacity to accommodate at least 300 people comfortably. This facility would employ approximately 40 people and bring more vendors, entertainers and guests to this destination which is located in the center of Oakland County. I see this facility a highlight of Waterford Township and a destination that would bring people back to our great township.
It is my opinion that I am uniquely qualified to achieve these goals for this property. I have lived in Waterford Township for over 40 years. My wife, Vicki, and I have been married for over 44 years and together we have two children and five grandchildren. I am the owner and operator of many businesses including S&B Plumbing and Sewer Service as well as Bill’s Plumbing and Sewer Service. I also own and operate may commercial and residential properties throughout Waterford Township as well as the member of several Boards, including: Oakland County Credit Union, Children’s Village Foundation, Waterford Zoning Commission, Waterford Civil Service Commission, and the Waterford Economic Development Board. As you can see, I have committed vast amounts of time and resources to improve and give back to Waterford. I believe that opening this facility will not only improve this property, but also bring another successful business to Waterford.
A liquor license is crucial to the operation of this type of facility. The improvements made to the building have already brought important change and value to the area. If this Honorable Board will approve this request then the property will be brought back to the standard that Waterford Township deserves.
Clerk Camilleri stated that size of the project and the potential regional draw is why she was in favor of allowing the Clerk’s office to accept Mr. Moore’s Class C Liquor License application.
Supervisor Wall stated that there is a need for a banquet hall that holds more than 300 people in Waterford Township
Trustee Bartolotta stated that he was against the idea until he read that it was going to be a comedy club; something more than Sport’s bar.
Trustee Healy stated that the previous requests for a liquor licenses had smaller venues and that is why he voted no on those requests. He agrees allowing the Clerk’s office to accept Mr. Moore’s application.
Moved by Birch; Seconded by Joliat, RESOLVED, to authorize the Clerk to accept and process an application for the license as provided in Ordinance Code Section 10-405(a). A roll call vote was taken.
Ayes: Wall, Camilleri, Birch, Bartolotta, Healy, Joliat and Thomas Nays: None Absent: None Motion carried unanimously.
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7.5 Citizen to Address the Board – William Force
The following letter was presented by Mr. Force.
Pleasant Lake is a small all sports private lake. We have one boat launch that we control very tightly to stop any more invasive species. We may be the only lake or river in Waterford that does not have zebra mussels. Our plan is to keep it that way.
Our complaint against a resident opening an Air B&B is multi fold. The home owner is allowing people to launch guest boats and renting out the home owner pontoon boat. The renters don’t know the basic rules of the lake and pose a safety risk to the residents. All four of the neighborhoods on the lake are very concerned about this rental operation.
The home owner rehabbed the house on Elizabeth Lake Road for the sole purpose of renting it out as an Air B&B. The home owner does not live at this property. This house is clearly a commercial operation.
The central issue is not only economic. It’s that these platforms enable users to get lower cost services by bypassing laws, zoning, regulatory, insurance, taxation and safety requirements. Such restrictions are there for good reason, notably those involving safety. Building code requirements that apply to multi-family or rental housing are sidestepped, creating health and safety issues.
There is a risk of units effectively being used as illegal hotels. We have State fire, building and safety codes for hotels for good reason, and to at least some degree, they should be applied to Air B&B’s as well.
Of special concern to hosts are state and local laws that may limit or prohibit the renting of property. In New York, for example, it's illegal to sublet a single-family home, apartment or room for fewer than 28 days if you aren't living there. State of Michigan House Bills HB4503 and Senate Bill SB329 would block local governments from using zoning laws to restrict rentals. The bills will be taken up after Labor Day.
Underwriters from these companies are stating, “If you post your home or cabin online for any type of rental use, your coverage becomes ineligible. If your temporary tenants cause a fire, flood, vandalism, or theft there will be no coverage. If your tenants hurt themselves on your property and take legal action against you, we will not provide any coverage for legal expenses.” Again, this is on a company to company basis. Some insurance companies such as CHUBB offer a temporary rental endorsement that can be added to your homeowner’s policy.
We understand that The State of Michigan controls the laws in regards to these Air B&B’s. We also appreciate that Waterford Township does its best to stay out of problems like this. We felt it was best to explain our problem at the Township Board to begin with. We hope that you support us as we move on to our State Rep. Jim Runestad and the DEQ.
We live on a private lake because we like it quiet and safe. How can someone legally open an Air B&B rental and violate our privacy? Your input and guidance are very welcome.
Mr. Vaughn Wagner questioned how this can happen in residential Zoning.
Mr. Merinsky, Development Services Director, addressed the rental issue with the Board of Trustees.
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7.6 Public Comments • Bill Laughflin, Thanked the Board for Syrian Refugee Resolution. • Dick Manseri, Thanked the Board for Syrian Refugee Resolution. • Carolyn Huron, Thanked the Board for Syrian Refugee Resolution. • Calif Rozati, Thanked the Board for Syrian Refugee Resolution. • John Paul Torres, Disagrees with the Syrian Refugee Resolution • Kent Douglas, Disagrees with the Syrian Refugee Resolution • Adam Duberstein, Thanked the board for keeping fair and honest time and the proceeded to asked how would the Resolution be enforced. Trustee Joliat stated that the Resolution was to show where the Board of Trustees stood on the issue and shared it with the Federal Government. • Annie Chachich, Disagrees with the Syrian Refugee Resolution
Supervisor Wall stated that everything is dependent upon how you get your information. He received his information from the Department of Homeland Security and Representative Trott. He stressed that the Syrian Refugee Resolution was not politically motivated.
8.0 Closed Session 8.1 Possible Closed Session for Attorney-Client Privileged Regarding Collective Bargaining
Moved by Camilleri, Seconded by Joliat, RESOLVED, to move into Closed Session to discuss attorney-client privileged regarding collective bargaining at 7:41 p.m. A roll call vote was taken.
Ayes: Wall, Camilleri, Birch, Bartolotta, Healy, Joliat and Thomas Nays: None Absent: None
Motion carried unanimously.
The Board of Trustees returned from closed session at 7:59 p.m.
ADJOURNMENT
Moved by Joliat; Seconded by Bartolotta, RESOLVED, to adjourn the meeting at 7:59 p.m.
Motion carried unanimously.
Sue Camilleri, Clerk
Gary Wall, Supervisor
Waterford Township Cable Department Report July 2017 Submitted by Gary Allison, Cable Coordinator
Michigan NATOA meeting was held on July 27, 2017. Discussed was the following: o DAS installations in Michigan communities. o Metro Act loopholes and rights of communities. o Cord cutting and the effects on franchise and PEG fees. o Legislative updates in Michigan and Fed. o Exploring new revenue streams.
Began investigating past Metro Act applications, going back 10 years. The purpose is twofold. o Have there been telecommunication companies taking advantage of possible Metro Act loopholes in Waterford? o Are there franchise fees not being paid for Right of Way use in Waterford.
We are seeing a dramatic decrease in cable subscriber complaints for the month of July. The Cable Department only received one complaint for July 2017.
Preliminary budget work for 2018 has started.
2017 Major Productions
Township Promotional Video DPW documentary Civic Awareness Series
Media Network of Waterford
No issues with Comcast, ATT or Internet broadcast.
Our Live Radio Broadcast will be going on line this week. We have installed the broadcast server in to the radio room and will start streaming on a consistent basis.
Our new website version has been posted. We continue to make small cosmetic changes.
We now have a volunteer blog page called Technical Tactics. This is a blog for staff and volunteers to share creative ideas, technical advice or anything TV related.
Media Network produced a huge production at the Waterford Hills Racing Track. We covered the vintage race series. This is the first of many races we would like to produce at Waterford Hills
We are preparing to cover the Oakland International Air show at the end of August. We worked with the coordinators to move our truck and display closer to the high traffic area. This should draw a much larger crowd to our display. We plan on taping interviews with various vendors at the event. We will also broadcast the air show that the airport puts on.
We have started cleaning out the old control room at covert. We are about half way. Aside from getting the junk out of the room, we are looking forward to finding some old Public Access TV show we plan on airing on the channel. This would be a Friday Night Flashback series. We are finding some amazing relics from our past.
Media Network staff has been talking to Waterford Mott staff about bringing 2017-18 classes down to our area for interaction. This is the synergy between Mott and Network we have been talking about. We hope to grow this year. Plans to have the leadership class produce morning announces at Network have already put in place and will start at the beginning of the school year.
Bingo continues to be successful and making profit. We are very happy with staff and volunteers keeping this fundraiser going for a record number of years now. Bingo has been in operation for over 6 years now.
Waterford SAY and Waterford Library production groups continue to be productive and continue to submit shows for broadcast.
WATERFORD TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY Director's Report – July 2017
From the Director It has been a great Summer Reading season. Our Children’s staff took daily events in an entirely different direction by providing two 2-hour sessions of drop in craft projects open to children through age 11 with unrestricted repeat visits. Many families appreciated this approach, which allowed them to bring all of their children 11-years-old and younger to participate in the same hands-on, themed-based craft projects. We offered several teen programs as well, again hands-on in nature. Staff created video clips of many of these events and posted them on Facebook during and after the events. Outcome: the number of visits this month is the highest the highest number of visits this year. Staffing is almost back to normal. The librarians who were out on sick leave during late May and June have returned to work, with a few restrictions for the first couple of weeks. Saxony Betts, our temporary librarian who has been helping cover these sick leaves, will remain on staff until late August to ensure that we have full coverage in the interim. We have also filled the two vacancies on the page staff. The Library Garden Club changed up the meeting content this month. Janet Macunovich spent time tending to the garden a few days in advance so that members could go on a field trip to Specialty Growers for a tour of their facility and instruction from Karen Bovio, one of the most accomplished growers in the country, on cutting back annuals over the course of the growing season. Karen’s company was the major source of robust perennials when we established the Children’s Sensory Garden. These plants are absolutely thriving at the Library’s entrance. The Library Network (TLN) cooperative’s Quarterly Membership meeting/Annual Picnic held in Farmington Hills featured guest speaker, Randy Riley, the state librarian. He shared uplifting news about the Institute for Museum and Library Services (IMLS). It remains in the federal budget. Fundamental statewide services paid for with Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA) grants through IMLS like the Michigan Electronic Library (MeL) and MeLCat, the statewide interlibrary loan service will continue in 2018. He also shared his goal of reviewing the electronic databases funded by LSTA which make up a majority of MeL and redirecting a portion of that funding to scholarships for librarians around the state to attend workshops and professional conferences in support of continuing education. The Waterford Township Friends of the Library are well on their way to recommencing fundraising projects in support of the Library. Current plans are for a sidewalk sale of used books as part of the September 9 events on Civic Center Campus, three “Dine & Donate” events at local restaurants this fall, and a 5K Run to kickoff National Library Week in April 2018. They have applied to both Kroger and Gordon Foods to have their organization listed as a “community share” choice for their customers who participate in these programs. The Library’s shared automation system will migrate to a The Library Corporation’s Carl X product in the spring of 2018. At present, TLN staff are meeting with the vendor’s migration project coordinator to determine the extent of preparation our current data will need before a go-live date is set. The July Perking Up networking event sponsored by the Chamber took place at Great Lakes ACE Hardware on Highland Road. This month I connected with staff from Canterbury-on-the-
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Lake and learned that they are interested in our Outreach team doing a meet & greet event for their residents to help raise awareness of this service available from the Library.
SERVICE UPDATES The following Service Updates are highlights by our department heads of activities their staff have been involved in this month.
Adults’, Outreach, & Teens’ Services Submitted by J. Hansen With two librarians still out on short-term disability, we were shorthanded during the entire month of July. So, I was mostly focused on keeping up with ordering all the new fiction (which Lindsay normally does). Mary and Liz were a big help with keeping up with everything else that needed to be done. In addition, we could not have managed anywhere near as well without the help of our temporary librarian, Saxony Betts.
Outreach circulation detail Home or Mini-Branch Visits with Materials Materials delivered to homes 185 Home Visits 51 Materials used at mini-branches 248 Senior sites: Inn at Cass Lake 1 TOTAL 433 TOTAL 52
Children's Services Submitted by C. Walker July was a very busy month in the children’s department with our summer programs in full swing. Our summer activity centers were open every week, Monday-Thursday and around 854 people came and participated. We signed up 66 more students for the Summer Reading portion of the program. About 147 kids “purchased” a new book through our “Book Buck Program”. We also had three professional performers this month: Dan Briere and his Little Creatures Animal Show, Genot Picor, Storyteller with his “Stories, Songs, & Dances of the Voyageur”, and Thomas and Friends Puppet Show featuring “Muppet-like” puppets. The six-week summer reading program officially wrapped up on Saturday, July 29. Students needed to have turned their reading records in order to be eligible for the drawing. We had 147 students finish by this date: 40 students ages 3-5, 51 students ages 6-8, and 47 students ages 9-12. Over 30 prizes were available for the drawing. Each student who finished also received a free paperback book and coupons from business sponsors around the township like bowling, meals, pool passes, Zap Zone activity, etc. Students can continue to turn in reading records for their free book and coupons until Labor Day weekend. We also had Lego Contest where students could guess how many Legos pieces were in a plastic jar. There were over 200 entries. No one guessed the correct number (103 bricks). Two students missed by one - 102 and 104 - so they each got a prize. Finally, we began our Summer Matinee Movie series on July 31. We will be showing 12 movies over the rest of the summer. A fun movie and free popcorn in a cool setting is a great way to beat the August heat.
Circulation Services Submitted by J. Deahl The department continued to make progress with inventory of fiction. This month we completed the Science Fiction, Graphic Novel, and Fantasy sections. As we move into August, we will continue with the Western and Short Stories sections. Once completed, we will shift gears and direct our focus towards the biographies, allowing more weeding time for the Fiction and Mystery sections.
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DONATIONS Deb & Lee Locher, $30, in memory of Anne Heitsch Joan Rogers, $30, in memory of Anne Heitsch
PROGRAMS IN THE LIBRARY PROGRAM PARTICIPANTS ADULTS Waterford Genealogy Society (2 sessions) 44 Waterford Genealogy Society – evening 5 Evening Book Discussion Group 8 Afternoon Book Discussion Group 18 Library Garden Club – Field Trip to Specialty Growers 7 Ask the Tech Guy computer help 3 Poetry Writers Workshop 6 Adults Summer Reading 60 Learn to Meditate (2 2sessions) 10 Tests proctored 3 SUBTOTAL 164
TEENS Teens Summer Reading 36 Snack Attack 9 Stop Motion Workshop 15 Minute to Win It 11 SUBTOTAL 71
CHILDREN Summer Reading Themed Craft Activity Centers (15 sessions) 854 Little Creatures Animal Program (Family event) 82 Genot Picor – Storyteller (Family event) 25 Houghton Elementary Library Visit 40 Alex Thomas Puppet Show (Family event) 36 Family movie: Moana 45 SUBTOTAL 1,082
TOTAL PROGRAM PARTICIPATION 1,317
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2017 STATISTICAL SUMMARY 2015 2016 2017 ANNUAL CARDHOLDERS TOTAL 33,978 31,282 24,362 NEW 2,831 2,617 1,605 % SERVED 43% 42% 33% COLLECTION TOTAL 195,377 638,798 629,678 eCONTENT 47,402 501,127 510,880 % eCONTENT 24% 78% 81%
MONTHLY - JULY TOTAL SERVICE HOURS 249 231 239
VISITS TOTAL 35,621 44,650 46,635 INLIBRARY 16,652 15,412 16,058 AVG/DAY 664 650 640 REMOTE 33,655 29,238 30,577
CHECKOUT TRANSACTIONS TOTAL 27,449 24,726 26,415 ECONTENT 3,336 3,456 3,605 % ECONTENT 12% 14% 14%
INTERLIBRARY LOAN SENT 2,855 2,867 3,089 RECEIVED 4,110 3,878 3,982 NET LENDER / (NET BORROWER) NET (1,255) (1,011) (893)
REFERENCE TRANSACTIONS TOTAL 2,044 2,057 2,324 AVG/HOUR 8 9 10
COMMUNITY & CONFERENCE ROOM BOOKINGS TOTAL HOURS 24 43 108
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Waterford Police Department 5150 Civic Center Drive Waterford, MI 48329 www.waterfordmi.gov/police 248-674-0351
August 16, 2017
Mr. Gary Wall, Supervisor Honorable Board of Trustees 5200 Civic Center Drive Waterford Township, MI 48329
Re: Purchase of two (2) Police K9 animals
Dear Mr. Wall and Honorable Trustees:
In 2016, the last of our police K9 animals were retired. This left us with no K9 animals and no handlers. As the Department went through a complete evaluation and reorganization, the decision was made to suspend the K9 program. This gave us an opportunity to examine workload, distribution of responsibilities, and how we deploy our personnel.
Now that we have completed our reorganization, we plan to re-activate our K9 program. We see these K9 animals and handlers as assets to the police department and the community. These animals will be dual trained in tracking and drug detection. When properly trained and deployed, police K9 animals are a great investigative tool, suspect apprehension alternative, community liaison, and another level of safety as a partner to their handler as well as to assisting Officers.
We have made arrangements with the Oakland Community College (OCC) Police Academy/Advanced Police Training Center to secure two specially bred police K9 animals. They will secure the animals from a specifically selected breeder and provide preliminary training before our new handlers begin training with the animals.
Arrangements have also been made for two of our Officers to attend the OCC K9 academy where they will receive the necessary training and bond with the animals. Once this initial training is complete, these teams will be deployed as part of our regularly scheduled patrols.
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These Officers will continue to be assigned to a regularly scheduled patrol shift. They will respond to all types of calls for service, as any Officer does without a police K9. This assignment will not limit their ability to act in any way as an assigned patrol officer. Once again, we see these animals as a valuable tool in our law enforcement efforts, not as a specialization of Officers that takes them away from normal duties, and we will manage them accordingly.
Based on the information set forth above, we are requesting this honorable body approve the purchase of two K9 animals in an amount not to exceed $20,000.00 in total.
It should also be noted the initial Officer’s training will be a separate cost at $5,000.00 per K9, for a total of $10,000.00.
Funding for the purchase of two K9 animals and the Officers initial training, in an amount not to exceed $30,000.00, is available in the Police Departments restricted use federal drug forfeiture fund.
As always, if you have any questions or need any further information, please contact me.
Sincerely,
Scott Underwood Chief of Police
Waterford Police Department 5150 Civic Center Drive Waterford, MI 48329 www.waterfordmi.gov/police 248-674-0351
August 9, 2017
Mr. Gary Wall, Supervisor Honorable Board of Trustees 5200 Civic Center Drive Waterford, Michigan 48329
Re: Purchase of new patrol rifles
Dear Mr. Wall and Honorable Board of Trustees:
The police department has completed an inventory and review of all weapon systems currently deployed throughout our department. We are confident the quantity, age, and variety of handguns in our inventory are adequate to properly arm our Officers.
In the case of long guns, we believe our shotgun inventory is also adequate at this time. However, our patrol riffle inventory is aging and in need of repairs. In addition, we are currently using different models and would like to transition to one patrol riffle system department wide.
To repair our current rifles we would need to purchase a re-build kit at $150.00 per rifle plus the labor cost of approximately $100.00 each for a total of over $10,000.00. In that scenario we would still have aging weapons and still be behind the current technology.
We are proposing the purchase of forty new patrol rifle weapon systems. This purchase will allow us to arm our Officers with the most current weapons technology. These weapons, including optics, will allow for improved accuracy, quicker target acquisition, and easier use by Officers, enhancing their first responder capabilities.
The entire cost to purchase forty rifles with optics and accessories is $76,934.00. We expect a credit from the selected vendor in the amount of $31,950.00 for our current
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The individual purchase plan will allow Officers to purchase their own rifle from the selected vendor, at the negotiated price. In addition, the Officers will be able to pay for their rifle through equal payroll deductions over an eighteen month period. There will be a remaining balance of $1.00 which will be paid upon retirement/separation from employment with the Township, at which time ownership of the weapon will transfer. I have included proposed copies of a letter of understanding and payroll deduction agreement that will be executed between Officers interested in purchasing weapons and the Township.
We have completed the RFP process with the assistance of Purchasing Accounting Coordinator, Dawn Cito. We have selected a vendor and locked in pricing. We would like to proceed with this purchase as well as institute the individual purchase plan. Funds for this purchase are available in the Police Departments restricted use drug forfeiture fund.
We are requesting this honorable body approve this purchase based on the information set forth above. If you have any questions or need any further information, please don’t hesitate to contact me.
Thank you in advance for your consideration.
Sincerely,
Scott Underwood Chief of Police