Gladwin Township Board Meeting

September 18, 2024

Meeting called to order at 6:30 by Supervisor. All board members were present. Pledge to the flag. Motion by John Mella seconded by Doug Ritchie to approve minutes from the August meeting. M/C Treasurer’s report was given and the general account is $358,588.47 and Members First Credit Union Savings Account $6,138.13 Members First Credit Union CD $37,290.56. Motion by Kristie Simrau seconded by John Mella to accept and file the treasurer’s report as presented. M/C. The clerk presented the bills to be paid in the amount of $83,404.56. Motion by John Mella seconded by Doug Ritchie to pay the bills in the amount of $83,404.56. M/C.

Ron Taylor, Commissioner was present and gave report. Ron mentioned that Joel Vernier was getting a group of townships together to work on blight. He will come to the township meetings to explain.

The Election Commission met and discussed the election inspectors for the general election. Motion by Doug Ritchie seconded by Jodie Klamer to appoint Renee Zelt as chairperson, Cheryl Edgar, Anne Patsey, Phyllis Greer and Ed Schroeder. M/C

The clerk was wondering how much to pay Josh Lambert for a double cremation burial on Sunday. Motion by Doug Ritchie seconded by Kristie to pay Josh Lambert $400. M/C.

The garbage contract will expire December 2025.

Cemetery report from Jennifer we had 4 burials and sold two lots. There was a tree that had fallen Brian cleaned it up. Evert Cann was unhappy of rules of next of kin but did find his deed and the lot was transferred to him.

John gave the fireboard report.

Garren Griffith from DTE was present he is the project manager. He said he is always available for questions. Public Service Commission is where you can get information regarding the solar energy.

The clerk mentioned that Gerald Breault is resigning from the township board of review. If anyone knows anybody is interested please let the board know. Thank you to Gerald for his years of service. The clerk will not be at the next meeting she will be at a conference for her work. Kearstin Simrau, deputy clerk will be present. Motion to adjourn at 7:45 by Doug Ritchie seconded by John Mella. M/C.

Respectfully Submitted

Kristie Simrau, Clerk