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BELLEVILLE
BELLEVILLE

Tri-community Lake Fest set to begin tomorrow

The first-ever Belleville Lake Fest will ideally permit the show to go on without
begin tomorrow and continue through ” cancellation,” a chamber of commerce
Sunday. The festival is going to provide us representative said.
Following months of quarantining and with our first taste of “normal” “We are very excited to have Lake
social restrictions, the Belleville Lake Fest in our community,” said Kevin
communities of Belleville, Van Buren in a very long time and I can't wait. McNamara, Van Buren Township super-
and Sumpter townships will celebrate visor, “For so long having events felt so
summer with a festival on and around 8- far away and now we have the opportuni-
mile long Belleville Lake. The festival, ty to do something really great for our cit-
led by the Belleville Area Chamber of movies in Van Buren Park; food trucks; tickets and information on wastewater izens and neighbors.”
Commerce (BACC), and in partnership Jack Demmer Ford Live Music Stage; management, and Trinity Episcopal “The festival is going to provide us
with the Belleville Yacht Club and Servis Door-to Door with Diedre live music Church will have a booth selling our with our first taste of “normal” in a very
Group, will be an all-outdoor celebration stage and a kick-off party sponsored by famous strawberry pies.” long time and I can't wait!,” said Angelica
heavily centered on downtown Belleville Team Designs and Edward Jones. “The Belleville Lake Fest marks a Renaud, owner of A Design Line in
with events in Van Buren Township. The On Saturday, June 26, there will be a sorely-needed return to normalcy that Belleville, “Lake Fest is a great way to
festival will feature a COVID-safe lineup juried artisan market sponsored by our community is greatly looking forward show off our growing Main Street and
of events, live music, quality vendors and Autokiniton; food trucks, live entertain- to. The organizers are stressing high- our small town charm while possibly lur-
other entertainment tailored for all ages, ment at the Jack Demmer Ford live quality events and vendors, while build- ing prospective enterprises.”
officials said. music stage and Door-to-Door with ing in the ability to spread out the all-out- For more information and to view the
Belleville Lake was created by Diedre live music stage; a 5K community door Lake Fest. In the event that another schedule of events visit www.belleville-
Thomas Edison and Henry Ford and is run sponsored by the Van Buren quarantine is mandated, then proper lakefest.com and follow Belleville Lake
the largest recreational lake in all of Education Foundation; Dragon Boat social distancing and mask-wearing will Fest on Instagram and Facebook.
Wayne County. The purpose of the practice presented by Pacesetter; a vin-
Belleville Lake Fest is to call attention to tage car show sponsored by Garden
Sumpter Township
the unique beauty and history of the Fantasy on Main and Crafted Modern; a Regular Board Meeting
lake, organizers said in a prepared state- Kidzone presented by Genisys Credit Tuesday, May 25, 2021, 6:00 p.m.
ment. Union; a gong show; Belleville Bass 23480 Sumpter Rd., Belleville, MI 48111
The projected Belleville Lake Fest unveiling and an evening boat parade. Minutes
schedule currently includes a Bring Your “The Lake Fest, like the Harvest Fest NOTICE:
Own Kayak Scavenger Hunt sponsored and Winter Fest before it, has the real To mitigate the spread of COVID-19, protect the public health, and provide essential protections to Sumpter Township residents;
this Board of Trustees’ meeting was conducted virtually in compliance with State of Michigan Governor’s Executive Order(s)
by the Belleville Rotary Club which will potential to be a wonderful, family and MDHHS directive(s) regarding remote public meetings.
continue through June 25. friendly, community building event,” said Meeting called to order by Supervisor T. Bowman at 6:40 pm. Roll call: Supervisor T. Bowman (Wayne Cty, Sumpter Twp, MI),
Opening ceremonies for the event will Deb Green, president of the Rotary Club Trustees: Oddy (Wayne Cty, Sumpter Twp, MI), Rush (Wayne Cty, Sumpter Twp, MI), LaPorte (Wayne Cty, Sumpter Twp, MI)
include a Bar Crawl on Friday June 25 of Belleville, “The Rotary will be partici- and Morgan (Wayne Cty, Sumpter Twp, MI). Clerk E. Hurst and Treasurer J. Clark excused. Also showing present: Attorney
Young, Deputy Clerk Burdick, Deputy Supervisor O’Connell, Safety Director/ Chief of Police Luke and 13 attendees.
presented by A Design Line along with pating with a booth selling Duck Race
3. Agenda: Motion by LaPorte, supported by Rush to approve the Agenda with the following edit;
Add; 13. New Business, Item A;
“with the required, updated Certificate of Liability Insurance indicating Sumpter Township as 3rd Party and
Certificate Holder”
Sumpter Township Roll call vote: Yes: Supervisor T. Bowman; Trustees: Oddy, Rush, LaPorte and Morgan. Clerk E. Hurst and Treasurer J. Clark
Regular Board Meeting excused. Nay: None. Motion carried.
Tuesday, May 11, 2021, 6:00 p.m.
23480 Sumpter Rd., Belleville, MI 48111 4. Public Comments on Agenda Items Only: No Comments.
Minutes
5. Minutes:
NOTICE: Motion by Oddy, supported by LaPorte to approve the Regular Board Meeting Minutes of May 11, 2021. Roll call vote: Yes:
To mitigate the spread of COVID-19, protect the public health, and provide essential protections to Sumpter Township residents; Supervisor T. Bowman; Trustees: Oddy, Rush, LaPorte and Morgan. Clerk E. Hurst and Treasurer J. Clark excused. Nay: None.
this Board of Trustees’ meeting was conducted virtually in compliance with State of Michigan Governor’s Executive Order(s) Motion carried.
and MDHHS directive(s) regarding remote public meetings.
6. Warrants:
Meeting called to order by Supervisor T. Bowman at 6:16 pm. Roll call: Supervisor T. Bowman (Wayne Cty, Sumpter Twp, MI), Motion by Oddy, supported by LaPorte to approve the warrants total of $117,640.58. Roll call vote: Yes: Supervisor T. Bowman;
Clerk E. Hurst (Wayne Cty, Sumpter Twp, MI), Trustees: Oddy (Wayne Cty, Sumpter Twp, MI), Rush (Wayne Cty, Sumpter Twp, Trustees: Oddy, Rush, LaPorte and Morgan. Clerk E. Hurst and Treasurer J. Clark excused. Nay: None. Motion carried.
MI), LaPorte (Wayne Cty, Sumpter Twp, MI) and Morgan (Wayne Cty, Sumpter Twp, MI). Treasurer J. Clark excused. Also
showing present: Deputy Clerk Burdick, Deputy Supervisor O’Connell, Deputy Treasurer Clark, Safety Director/ Chief of Police 7. Parks & Recreation/Chambers Report - Rush:
Luke and 10 attendees. • Trustee Rush reported that the last cleanup at Banotai Park conducted on May 15, 2021 went very well and he want-
ed to express his thanks to all who contributed. Signs have not yet been received/installed and this needs to occur in
3. Agenda: Motion by Rush, supported by Oddy to approve the agenda with the following edit; order to open the parks.
Add; 13. New Business, Item B; Motion by LaPorte, supported by Oddy to accept the Parks & Recreation/Chambers Report. Roll call vote: Yes: Supervisor T.
Consider approval to purchase replacement park signs for Banotai and Graham Parks at the cost of Bowman; Trustees: Oddy, Rush, LaPorte and Morgan. Clerk E. Hurst and Treasurer J. Clark excused. Nay: None. Motion car-
$3,150.00, 50% to be paid by Sumpter Township with the remaining 50% paid by Parks and Recreation ried.
Commission.
Roll call vote: Yes: Supervisor T. Bowman, Clerk E. Hurst; Trustees: Oddy, Rush, LaPorte and Morgan. Nay: None. Treasurer J. 8. Water & Sewer Report – Clark:
Clark excused. Motion carried. Motion by Morgan, supported by Oddy to receive and file the Water & Sewer Report. Roll call vote: Yes: Supervisor T. Bowman;
Trustees: Oddy, Rush, LaPorte and Morgan. Clerk E. Hurst and Treasurer J. Clark excused. Nay: None. Motion carried.
4. Public Comments on Agenda Items Only: No comments were received.
9. Planning & Zoning Report - Oddy:
5. Minutes: • Trustee Oddy noted that the Planning Commission met on May 13th to address two main issues. One was the
Motion by Oddy, supported by Rush to approve the Regular Board Meeting Minutes of April 27, 2021. Slaughter House on Bemis Road has filed an application for a parcel split consideration which was approved and
Roll call vote: Yes: Supervisor T. Bowman, Clerk E. Hurst; Trustees: Oddy, Rush, LaPorte and Morgan. Nay: None. Treasurer J. will be presented to the Board for approval. The second issue was the continued consideration on the existing Sign
Clark excused. Motion carried. Ordinance with an additional public hearing to be held in June. The main focus of the Commission is to update the
Motion by Rush, supported by Oddy to approve the Special Board Meeting Minutes of April 30, 2021. Roll call vote: Yes: ordinance and meet compliance with current regulations with results being submitted to the Board in July.
Supervisor T. Bowman, Clerk E. Hurst; Trustees: Oddy, Rush, LaPorte and Morgan. Nay: None. Treasurer J. Clark excused. Motion by Rush, supported by LaPorte to approve the Planning & Zoning Report. Roll call vote: Yes: Supervisor T. Bowman;
Motion carried. Trustees: Oddy, Rush, LaPorte and Morgan. Clerk E. Hurst and Treasurer J. Clark excused. Nay: None. Motion carried.
6. Warrants: 10. Senior Report - Hurst:
Motion by LaPorte, supported by Oddy to approve warrants totaling: $171,214.85. Roll call vote: Yes: Supervisor T. Bowman, • The Senior & Community Center has reopened effective May 17, 2021.
Clerk E. Hurst; Trustees: Oddy, Rush, LaPorte and Morgan. Nay: None. Treasurer J. Clark excused. Motion carried. • Many of the past programs are “ramping up”. Please call for additional information.
Motion by Oddy, supported by LaPorte to approve the Senior Report as presented by Deputy Burdick. Roll call vote: Yes:
7. Supervisor’s Report – Bowman: Supervisor T. Bowman; Trustees: Oddy, Rush, LaPorte and Morgan. Clerk E. Hurst and Treasurer J. Clark excused. Nay: None.
• The Futernick case has been settled. Holiday Woods has changed ownership and to date the Township has received over Motion carried.
100 permits. The Township is looking forward to a great relationship with the new owners, Cambio Communities.
• All the tires have been removed from our recycling center. This took 3 days of hard work by our DPW under the instruc- 11. Treasurer’s Report – Clark:
tion of Superintendent Ken Kunka. Motion by Oddy, supported by LaPorte to receive and file the Treasurer’s Report. Roll call vote: Yes: Supervisor T. Bowman;
• Due to certain comments and accusations made concerning Forgotten Harvest not wanting to participate in helping the Trustees: Oddy, Rush, LaPorte and Morgan. Clerk E. Hurst and Treasurer J. Clark excused. Nay: None. Motion carried.
needy in Sumpter Township, the Supervisors Office conducted an investigation. I am pleased to announce that my
Deputy has confirmed that Forgotten Harvest will be looking to establish something in Sumpter to benefit those in need. 12. Board Response:
• A profound thank you to my Deputy Elle O’Connell. She has worked diligently on obtaining grants for Sumpter • Trustee Rush commented that the submitted Treasurer’s Report for Board consideration was unacceptable and is
Township and has been successful in securing $30,000 in grant funds. This was utilized for COVID-19 expenses. looking forward to improvements for future consideration. He recognizes the recent challenges in the department.
Motion by Rush, supported by Oddy to approve the Supervisor’s report. Roll call vote: Yes: Supervisor T. Bowman, Clerk E. • Trustee Morgan stated she believed that current circumstances impacted the preparation of the Treasurer’s Report
Hurst; Trustees: Oddy, Rush, LaPorte and Morgan. Nay: None. Treasurer J. Clark excused. Motion carried. and she was confident it would improve and she inquired about Forgotten Harvest status.
8. Attorney’s Report - Young: 13. New Business:
Twp Lawsuits & Adversarial Proceeding 28%, Insurance matters 2%, Township Board meetings 5%, Meeting with Twp Officials
7%, Water & Sewer 5%, Police, Fire 13%, Prosecutions 9%, Ordinance & Blight 3%, Labor Contract/LOU 5%, Employee A. Motion by Oddy, supported by Morgan to approve the application for Display Fireworks submitted by Brian Messer for
Contract Issues 3%, Republic 2%, Planning 3%, Library 1%, Parks & Recreation 1%, Storm Water Management & MDEQ 2%, 10:00 pm, June 26th, 2021 at his residence located at 41005 Judd Rd, Sumpter Twp., with a rain date of June 27th, 2021,
Board Direction 4%, Audit/Finance 2% and Misc. 4%. with the required, updated Certificate of Liability Insurance indicating Sumpter Township as 3rd Party and Certificate
• The Futernick vs. Sumpter Township has formally settled. Holder. Roll call vote: Yes: Supervisor T. Bowman; Trustees: Oddy, Rush, LaPorte and Morgan. Clerk E. Hurst and Treasurer
• The Resolution # 2021-08 – Final Employee Payout Board Review J. Clark excused. Nay: None. Motion carried.
• Final Contract Payout Review – Chief Joseph Januszyk
• COVID-19 Response and Preparedness Plan B. Motion by Morgan, supported by Oddy to approve to send Clerk’s Office Assistant Hadyniak to attend Michigan Association
• Moose Lodge status and Moose National Review of Land Contract of Municipal Clerks Institute Conference from June 13-18, 2021, cost not to exceed $1,350.00. Roll call vote: Yes:
Motion by LaPorte, supported by Rush to approve the Attorney’s report. Roll call vote: Yes: Supervisor T. Bowman, Clerk E. Supervisor T. Bowman; Trustees: Oddy, Rush, LaPorte and Morgan. Clerk E. Hurst and Treasurer J. Clark excused. Nay:
Hurst; Trustees: Oddy, Rush, LaPorte and Morgan. Nay: None. Treasurer J. Clark excused. Motion carried. None. Motion carried.
9. Police Report – Chief Luke: C. Motion by Oddy, supported by LaPorte to approve to hire Kevin Scott as a full-time ordinance officer on the condition he
Motion by Rush, supported by LaPorte to approve the Police report. Roll call vote: Yes: Supervisor T. Bowman, Clerk E. Hurst; passes a physical examination and drug screening. This is to be consistent with the Union Bargaining agreement for
Trustees: Oddy, Rush, LaPorte and Morgan. Nay: None. Treasurer J. Clark excused. Motion carried. AFSCME Local 1882.14. Roll call vote: Yes: Supervisor T. Bowman; Trustees: Oddy, Rush, LaPorte and Morgan. Clerk E.
Hurst and Treasurer J. Clark excused. Nay: None. Motion carried.
10. Building/Ordinance Report – Bowman:
• The Hiring Committee conducted interviews for the additional Ordinance Officer Motion by Oddy, supported by Rush D. Motion by Rush, supported by Oddy to approve to hire Gino Anthony Criscenti as a full-time police officer on the condition
to approve the Building/Ordinance report. Roll call vote: Yes: Supervisor T. Bowman, Clerk E. Hurst; Trustees: Oddy, Rush, he passes a physical, drug screening, and psychological evaluation. Also, consider approval to start at the six-month pay
LaPorte and Morgan. Nay: None. Treasurer J. Clark excused. Motion carried. scale. Roll call vote: Yes: Supervisor T. Bowman; Trustees: Oddy, Rush, LaPorte and Morgan. Clerk E. Hurst and Treasurer
J. Clark excused. Nay: None. Motion carried.
11. Fire Report – Chief Luke: * Approved Hire(s) Kevin Scott and Gino Anthony Criscenti were invited to share a few words with the Board of Trustees and
attendees.
Motion by LaPorte, supported by Rush to approve the Fire Report. Roll call vote: Yes: Supervisor T. Bowman, Clerk E. Hurst;
Trustees: Oddy, Rush, LaPorte and Morgan. Nay: None. Treasurer J. Clark excused. Motion carried. E. Motion by Oddy, supported by Rush to approval of a HR committee to access personnel needs now and for the future. Named
committee members; Matt Oddy, Tim Rush, Don LaPorte, Anthony Burdick, and Elle O’Connell. Roll call vote: Yes:
12. Board Response: Supervisor T. Bowman; Trustees: Oddy, Rush, LaPorte and Morgan. Clerk E. Hurst and Treasurer J. Clark excused. Nay:
None. Motion carried.
• Trustee Morgan acknowledged the letter from the Sumpter employee referencing Forgotten Harvest and inquired on the status.
• Trustee Oddy acknowledged the excellent news referencing Forgotten Harvest services to Sumpter residents. F. Motion by Rush, supported by LaPorte to approval to accept, with appreciation and regrets, the retirement of Mr. Ken Kunka,
Township Water & Sewer Superintendent, effective June 4th, 2021. Roll call vote: Yes: Supervisor T. Bowman; Trustees:
13. New Business: Oddy, Rush, LaPorte and Morgan. Clerk E. Hurst and Treasurer J. Clark excused. Nay: None. Motion carried.
A. Motion by Oddy, supported by Rush to approve the Sumpter Township COVID-19 Preparedness and Response Plan, *Statements of recognition and appreciation for Mr. Kunka’s contributions were shared and agreed by the Board of Trustees.
revised May 2021 with the recommended changes of the Supervisor role as the point person who may designate a
designee to conduct the work at hand of the policy. Roll call vote: Yes: Supervisor T. Bowman, Clerk E. Hurst; G. Motion by Oddy, supported by Rush to approve to extend virtual meetings and remote work until July 1st, 2021, with option
Trustees: Oddy, Rush, LaPorte and Morgan. Nay: None. Treasurer J. Clark excused. Motion carried. to reconsider extension at that time (option to continue until 10/14/2021 per MIOSHA). Roll call vote: Yes: Supervisor T.
Bowman; Trustees: Oddy, Rush and LaPorte. Clerk E. Hurst and Treasurer J. Clark excused. Nay: Morgan. Motion carried.
B. Motion by Oddy, supported by LaPorte to approve to purchase replacement park signs for Banotai and Graham
Parks at the cost of $3,150.00, 50% to be paid by Sumpter Township with the remaining 50% paid by Parks and H. Motion by Oddy, supported by LaPorte to approval to appoint as Designate for the COVID-19 Worksite Coordinator,
Recreation Commission. Roll call vote: Yes: Supervisor T. Bowman, Clerk E. Hurst; Trustees: Oddy, Rush, LaPorte Michelle Cole O’Connell and COVID-19 Policy and mask wearing provisions to remain until July 1st, 2021, as in current
and Morgan. Nay: None. Treasurer J. Clark excused. Motion carried. policy approved by the Board of Trustees. Roll call vote: Yes: Supervisor T. Bowman; Trustees: Oddy, Rush, LaPorte and
Morgan. Clerk E. Hurst and Treasurer J. Clark excused. Nay: None. Motion carried.
14. Announcements:
14. Announcements:
• Trustee Rush advises of the final cleanup day on Saturday, May 15, 2021 at Banotai Park. Volunteers are needed!
• Trustee Rush reminds individuals and/or employees that if you are not feeling well, notify others and stay home. Let’s A. Motion by LaPorte, supported by Bowman to approve a 2% increase in Police Officer differential pay between Corp
be safe. oral and Sergeant from 8% to 10% effective April 1, 2021. Roll call vote: Yes: Supervisor T. Bowman; Trustees:
• Trustee LaPorte advised on the running totals of activities for the Fire Department being posted on their Facebook Page Oddy, Rush, LaPorte and Morgan. Clerk E. Hurst and Treasurer J. Clark excused. Nay: None. Motion carried.
by Chief Luke.
• Trustee LaPorte advised of concerns about the Recycling Center and instructions for residents to utilize the center. B. Motion by Oddy, supported by LaPorte to approve Resolution # 2021-09, requesting that the MICRC keep Sumpter
Township, Belleville and Van Buren Township in one district because said communities co-existent, share common
15. Open Floor: One (1) Attendee spoke. interest, developments and services and would benefit from the representation of common Michigan elected offi-
Motion by Oddy, supported by LaPorte to virtually conduct the scheduled Regular Board Meeting on Tuesday, May 25, 2021. cials in addressing the concerns of their locality. Roll call vote: Yes: Supervisor T. Bowman; Trustees: Oddy, Rush,
Roll call vote: Yes: Supervisor T. Bowman, Clerk E. Hurst; Trustees: Oddy, Rush, LaPorte and Morgan. Nay: None. Treasurer J. LaPorte and Morgan. Clerk E. Hurst and Treasurer J. Clark excused. Nay: None. Motion carried.
Clark excused. Motion carried.
15. Open Floor: None spoke.
16. Adjournment: Motion by Oddy, supported by LaPorte to adjourn at 7:07 pm. Motion carried.
16. Adjournment; Motion by Rush, supported by Bowden to adjourn at 7:18 pm. Motion carried.
Minutes prepared by,
Anthony Burdick, Deputy Clerk Minutes prepared by;
Sumpter Township Anthony Burdick, Deputy Clerk
Sumpter Township
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