Bedford Township,
Michigan                                       

BEDFORD TOWNSHIP BOARD MINUTES
8100 JACKMAN ROAD, TEMPERANCE, MI  48182
July 1, 2008

PRESENT:
Walt Wilburn, Supervisor
Robert A. Schockman, Clerk
Sherri S. Meyer, Treasurer
Paul Francis, Trustee
Larry O’Dell, Truste
Rick Steiner, Trustee
Dennis Steinman, Trustee

EXCUSED:

ALSO PRESENT:
Tom Graham, Attorney

The Regular Meeting of the Bedford Township Board was called to order by Wilburn at 7:00 PM followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.

APPROVAL OF AGENDA

Wilburn asked to have item 9B, Approval of MCRC contract for Vicky Lynn/Barbara Lee intersection removed from the agenda until a later date.  The motion was made by Steinman, seconded by Steiner to approve the agenda as amended, motion carried.

RESOLUTIONS/PROCLAMATIONS

Resolution Honoring Reverend Dan Nusbaum

Schockman read the resolution honoring Reverend Dan Nusbaum for his years of service to the Catholic priesthood and the years spent locally at Our Lady of Mount Carmel church. 

CONSENT AGENDA

Motion was made by Steiner, seconded by Meyer to approve the consent agenda as published, motion carried on a roll call vote as follows: Aye: Francis, Meyer, O’Dell, Schockman, Steiner, Steinman, Wilburn.  Nays: None.  Absent: None.

PUBLIC COMMENTS – None

REPORTS FROM STAFF 

Approval of Purchase of HUD Property in Bedford Township

Francis spoke to the issue, explaining the board had approved participating in the HUD $1.00 homes program at their June 3, 2008 board meeting.  The Lions Club of Bedford Charities is presenting two properties in the township for possible purchase by the township at a cost of $1.00 each, to then be transferred to the Lions Club of Bedford Charities.  Discussion followed, with Attorney Graham explaining the process in greater detail.  Motion was made by Francis, seconded by O’Dell to approve the Township acquiring the home at 1962 Brookton and 8011 Douglas, pursuant to the HUD $1.00 Homes Program, subject to the Lion’s Club simultaneously acquiring the homes from the Township for $1.00 plus costs, and subject also to the requirements and rules as provided by federal law and as deemed necessary by the Township Attorney; and further, to authorize the Township Supervisor, Clerk, and Treasurer and their designees to execute all appropriate paperwork related thereto.

NEW BUSINESS

Approval of Bills - Motion was made by Meyer, seconded by Schockman to approve the following vouchers for payment: General Fund-$91,505.10, Fire District-$7,434.52, Police Fund-$164.76, Park Fund-$10,978.04, Transit System Fund-$15,175.00, Building Inspection Fund-$594.92, Library Operating Fund-$9,532.88, Water Revenue Fund-$4,850.00, Rehabilitation Fund-$117.00, Capital Improvements-$249.85, DDA Fund-$27,965.61, & Trust & Agency Fund-$2,226.30.  Motion carried on a roll call vote as follows: Aye: Francis, Meyer, O’Dell, Schockman, Steiner, Steinman, Wilburn.  Nays: None.  Absent: None.

COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC - None

REPORT FROM TOWNSHIP BOARD MEMBERS

Graham – mentioned the improved landscaping at the township hall.

Francis – asked the boards indulgence to read a short story.

Meyer – commented on Father Nusbaum’s retirement, and that the summer tax bills were mailed out on June 30, 2008.

Schockman – commented on the Park board’s decision to cancel/postpone the fireworks display on June 27th, due to the threat of severe thunderstorms in the area, and mentioned the possibility of rescheduling on July 25, 2008.

Wilburn – thanked Father Nusbaum for all he’s done for the community.  O’Dell & Wilburn presented a plaque to Steinman for his work on the new township hall.  Wilburn also mentioned the roadwork being done in the community and wished everyone a safe and happy 4th of July holiday.

ADJOURNMENT

Wilburn adjourned the meeting at 7:30 pm.

Robert A. Schockman
Bedford Township Clerk



Garnet Francis
Recording Secretary