Cross Village Township
Board Meeting
Minutes
8-12-08
Present: Howard Wood, Maria Krupa, Gene Reck, Catherine Schlappi

Call to order: Supervisor Wood called the regular meeting of the Cross Village board to order at 7:02 p.m.

Pledge of Allegiance: The Pledge of Allegiance was said by all present.

Motion: made by Clerk Reck supported by Trustee Schlappi to approve the agenda. Motion carried.

Motion: to approve the July 8, 2008 minutes made by Supervisor Wood and supported by Clerk Reck.  Motion carried.

Motion: to approve Treasurer’s report made by Clerk Reck and supported by Supervisor Wood.  Motion carried.

Total bills paid July 2008-$ 5,291.35

Announcements/Correspondence: Request from Centurytel to extend Metro right-of-way permit.

 Public comments: George Smolak commended the board for having a millage election to obtain the cross property.  He also reported that Legsinn had received an award from RFC for his support and efforts.

Committee Reports: George Smolak reported on the progress on a sign at the park.  The wording was discussed.  The mode of execution was also discussed.

Old Business:
a. Rocks and beach parking:  The continued problem of parking on the beach and in the circle was discussed.  Improvements to the park were suggested. Reck will write up for next meeting a specific proposal for action.  Signs are needed.  Possibly plan for more tables and benches so they are not moved about.
b. Cross property:  The millage proposal passed by a vote of 29 to 20.  The township is working on a purchase agreement.
c. DNR Grant Monies:  A check has been received from DNR in the amount of $7279.84 to complete the grant.  This should conclude discussion of this issue.
New Business:
a. Planning and Zoning: A short summary of the new master plan for Emmet County was presented and discussed.  The material is available on the web for downloading.  Two maps are now posted in the community center for citizen input.  Additional presentations are planned.  This was one of the first steps in a long process.
b. Stop sign and speed limit on State road: Possible solutions to the speed problems at State and Levering roads were discussed.  Solutions include lower speed limit, additional stop signs or speed bumps.
c.  Old Township Hall: The fact that the Petoskey Historical Society has not used the building as planed was discussed.  Motion: Clerk Reck moved and Trustee Schlappi seconded the motion that the Township begins proceedings to cancel the current lease with the Society in order to regain control of the building. Motion carried.

Second Public comments:  George Smolak announced a fundraiser for RFC

Motion to adjourn at 8:10 pm the meeting made by Clerk Reck and supported by Supervisor Wood.  Motion carried. 


__________________Supervisor- H.  Wood ___________________Clerk –Gene Reck