April 2023 Regular Board Meeting Minutes
Wednesday, April 19, 2023
The REGULAR MONTHLY MEETING for the Town of Springfield was called to order by Dean Fayerweather at 7:00 p.m. PRESENT: Chairman Dean Fayerweather, Supervisor Barry Ketchum, Clerk/Treasurer Sheri Erickson, Greg Olson and Jeff Tuttle.
A motion was made by Barry & 2nd by Dean to approve the agenda. Motion carried.
A motion was made by Barry & 2nd by Dean to approve the March Regular Monthly minutes as presented. Motion carried.
A motion was made by Barry & 2nd by Dean to approve the March Special 3-31 minutes as presented. Motion carried.
ATV Routes:
Dean opened the floor to Greg Olson. He showed the ATV route map and reviewed the 5/1/2010 ATV ordinance. The Glenwood club will be taking over Springfield township.
Dean made a motion that the township would support ATV club needs to sponsor the ATV roads and 2nd by Barry. Motion carried.
Recycling/ Maintenance Report:
GFL was notified of discontinuation of service. They will close out our account at the end of April.
Murtha will be bringing the new dumpsters next Wednesday plus a temporary overflow one. Handouts have been given to residents tonight and last Saturday.
Dean made a motion to table of the recycling program possible changes until July and 2nd by Barry. Motion carried.
Road work plan presented for 2023. Road bans coming off on Monday.
The March financial report was presented. A motion was made by Barry & 2nd by Dean to approve the report as read. Motion carried.
A motion was made by Barry & 2nd by Dean to approve the bills to be paid in April at a total of $15,744.38. Motion carried.
Clerk report:
A motion was made by Dean & 2nd by Barry to change May’s Regular Monthly Meeting to Wednesday, May 10th. Motion carried.
Sheri will attend alcohol licensing training tomorrow. Universal Truck Open House is May 10.
No new building permits.
Road Damage Deposit Ordinance:
A motion was made by Dean & 2nd by Barry to approve Road Damage Deposit Ordinance. Motion carried.
Oakwood Cemetery Discussion:
Waiting on Autumn for more discussion. May need a title search company for a deed.
Citation Ordinance Discussion:
Waiting on Autumn for the proper method to issue citations.
Town Hall Remodeling Project:
Painting needs to be finished in the main area. The carpet needs to be ripped out as the installation date is May 4th for the new carpet. Water damaged plaster board to be replaced in back corner. Need to remove the gas line and mount cellular antenna in its permanent location. Mini-split A/C needs to be ordered yet and check who can install it.
Chairman Report:
There is a need to delegate the township tasks.
Public Input: None
Meeting Adjourned.