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June 12, 2006
  1. The Regular Meeting of the Saline Township Board was called to order by Supervisor James Marion on June 12, 2006 at 7:35pm at the Saline Town Hall, 5731 Braun Road, Saline, MI 48176.

  2. Members present: Supervisor Marion, Trustees Bohnett and R. Marion; absent were Clerk Baldus, Treasurer Gordon. Eighteen other citizens were present.

  3. Mr. Bohnett led the Pledge of Allegiance.

  4. Mr. Bohnett moved, supported by Mr. R. Marion, that the agenda be approved as presented. Ayes: 3. Nays: 0. Motion carried.

  5. Mr. R. Marion moved, supported by Mr. Bohnett, that the consent agenda be approved as follows:
    1. Approve minutes from May 8th regular meeting and May 22nd special mtg.
    2. Receive Clerk's budget, Financial Report.
    3. Second Qtr Payroll $16,820.30.
    4. Approve Accounts Payable in the amount of $43,281.42.

  6. Trooper Curtis from the Michigan State Police reported that in May there were 2 Breaking and Entering (false alarms); 1 Driving Under the Influence(DUI); and 3 accidents. Next visit from the Post should be September 11th and December 11th.

  7. Citizens were offered a chance to address the Board regarding items not already on the agenda. No comments.

  8. Washtenaw County Commissioner Republican Candidate Jessica Ping Mills was present this evening to briefly speak on her political views.

  9. Supervisor Jim Marion commented on the following:
    1. Received a letter from SEMCOG regarding an update on Sewer and Water locations for present and future planning of Township. Will pass along to the Planning Commission.
    2. Ballot resolution was hand delivered and set for the August 8th 2006 election.
    3. A public hearing is scheduled for June 14th 2006 regarding an expansion of an existing cabinet/carpentry shop.
    4. Special Meeting is scheduled for June 26th to finish June meeting with a full board present.

  10. Mr. Bohnett moved, supported by Mr. R. Marion to nominate 3200 feet of Mohart Road as a 2006 road project with matching funds established with the Washtenaw County Road Commission. Ayes: 3. Nays: 0. Motion carried.

  11. Mr. Bohnett moved, supported by Mr. R. Marion that any available funds left will carry over to the next year's projects. Ayes: 3. Nays: 0. Motion carried.

  12. Mr. R. Marion moved, supported by Mr. Bohnett to postpone Resolution 2006-008, Waste Water Ownership/Control of Austin Commons II until the Special Meeting on June 26th. By then all members of the Board will be present and feedback from Saline Township Attorney regarding this matter will be available. Ayes: 3. Nays: 0. Motion carried.

  13. Mr. James Marion briefly discussed possible new candidates for Township Planners. One is Carlisle/Wortman, and second is McKenna. Board will ask Wednesday June 14th the Township Planning Commission for some additional feedback regarding a possible switch in Planners.

  14. Cemetery Ordiance review will take place at the June 26th special meeting.

  15. Trustees reported that bids for new handicap entrance will be pursued. Mr. J. Marion and Mr. Bohnett will be in contact with businesses to request quotes on the cost to fix and update the ramp.

  16. Zoning/Building Administrator reported minor issues. Mr. Cabage, Township Engineer, was present to speak briefly on the Lewis Condo project.

  17. Fireboard reported that on Sunday June 18th a training burn of the old Brown Keg will take place.

  18. No report from the Township Hall Manager.

  19. No comments by Board Members.

  20. The meeting adjourned at 8:30 p.m.