CALL TO ORDER AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Supervisor Douglas Sherk, at the Eagle Harbor Community Building in Eagle Harbor, called the regular meeting of the Eagle Harbor Township Board to order at 7:00 p.m. on August 12, 2002. Supervisor Sherk led the Pledge of Allegiance.

MEMBERS PRESENT: Supervisor Sherk, Clerk Olson, Treasurer Johnson, Trustees Ellis and Lantz

MEMBERS ABSENT: None

Additions and changes to the agenda: to the Supervisor’s Remarks and Correspondence: Emergency Helo Port (moved from New Business); Float plan landings.

MM/S Lantz/Olson to accept the agenda as amended. 5 Ayes, 0 Nays - Agenda was approved.

CONSENT AGENDA APPROVAL

• Approve minutes from July 8, 2002 Regular Meeting
• Approve minutes of Solid Waste Hearing-July 8, 2002
• Approve minutes of Special Meeting-Land Use Planning-July 9, 2002
• Accept Treasurer’s Report
• Approve Payment of Bills

MM/S Ellis/Lantz to approve Consent Agenda.

5 Ayes, 0 Nays - Motion Carried

GUEST: Jim Heikkila- County Engineer- Road Commission- We have received a request from Gratiot Lake to Sealcoat approximately 1.05 miles of access road. Cost of Sealcoat is $15,000.00 which would be a shared responsibility. Township responsibility would be half of the cost. Jim Heikkila recommends Sealcoating not be done this year. Road should be examined next year to determine if there are any soft spots to be repaired before road is seal coated.

The estimated cost to pave Eagle Harbor’s 2 ½ miles of in-town streets is $40,000.00 to $50,000.00. The Silver River Loop (4/10 mile); the Delaware shortcut (3 ½ miles); 1.05 miles in Gratiot Lake, and 1.16 miles from Central to Copper Falls are also the responsibility of the Township. The Marina road is not included. The Township does not have responsibility for that road. The Eagle Harbor South road will be included as a local County road at time the first home is built in subdivision. The County is not responsible for maintaining the Lake Medora access road to residences. This is a private road created by Lake Superior Land Co, and has never been accepted as a County road.

Jim informed residents that they must obtain a building permit for a new deck. The cost for the permit is $60.00. A permit is also needed for additions to existing decks if the additions are more than 1 to 2 feet. If deck is over 30 inches from ground, the deck must include a 3 foot high railing. A permit is not required for detached one-story structures of 200 sq. feet or less.

Jim discussed soil erosion. Any construction within 500 feet of waters of Michigan (includes any streams and lakes) requires a Soil Erosion Permit. A Soil Erosion Permit is also required if you open over one acre (200’ X 200’) of land.

Manufactured/Modular homes require a building permit. The County inspects slab/foundation, and tie downs. Permits are required for electrical, plumbing and mechanical work, and inspections are made.

In the past, the building code has allowed for a double permit fee penalty to be charged to persons not obtaining the necessary building permits. This penalty has been removed from the code, with offenses being handled as misdemeanors through the court system.

County Road Commission has a contract with the State TSC (Transportation Service Center) to correct road problems including potholes, culverts, dips in highway collecting water, etc. Requests for work done should be directed to Jim Heikkila who will provide us cost estimates.

Questions: Barb Sickler asked how to have "Dead End Road" or "No Lake Access" sign placed on street? Jim agreed that resident could put up thier own sign. Jim Heikkila will check on possibility of County signage.

Sign on corner of M-26 on Ed Filsinger’s corner blocks driver’s view of oncoming automobile/pedestrian traffic. Can anything be done to move or remove sign? Jim Heikkila will check on what can be done.

GUEST: Nancy Wakeman- Omega House/Hospice Care- Campaign for $1,000,000.00. Funds to be used for building of a six bedroom (each with own bath) complex. Complex to include a hospitality room and a dining room. Home would provide 24 hour licensed staff, with Hospice services provided. Funds would also be used for staffing and equipment costs. Home would be open to residents of Keweenaw, Houghton and Baraga counties. Possibly open to Marquette and Ontanogan at a later date. Cost to residents-approximatly $95.00/day (sliding scale). Home would be built next to The Bluffs in Houghton on land donated by Jim Vivian. Contributions are welcome- $25,000.00 contribution for room named/ $100.00 contribution for a brick. Brochures are available through Nancy Wakeman.

SUPERVISOR’S REMARKS AND CORRESPONDENCE:

• Aug 6 Primary Election results- Doug Sherk thanks all residents in community who voted. Thanks to election workers for their many hours of time.

• Revenue Sharing- Governor has vetoed one part of the revenue sharing. The statutory revenue sharing is being cut. Approximately $2,000.00 will be lost to us this fiscal year. $2,500.00 will be lost in future fiscal years. New millage will not be levied in Eagle Harbor. We are requesting this veto be over-ridden by our legislators.
• Upper Peninsula Resource Conservation & Development- Meeting in Community Building was well attended. New TV reporter Peter Machin wants contacts.
• Land Acquisition Update- We should have completed appraisals within 1–2 weeks for NAWCA and Sand Dunes acquisitions. Federal reviewers will review in one month. Could be finished in a couple of months.
• Board of Review Update- Members have put in lots of time. Bob Masnado has resigned. We appreciate his hard work.
• Suggestions for Home Occupation Zoning Changes- Packets handed out. Zoning and Planning to re word proposal so retailing can take place. We requested special consideration regarding signs with hours.
• Beyond the Call of Duty- Rick Finke responded to report of smoke in the Eliza Lake area. Personally attempted to stamp fire out. Rick was assisted by Jim Boggio who also stamped on fire while awaiting assistance from firemen. Our thanks to both of them. Thanks also to Dick Lantz who warned boaters of strong winds in last storm. Thanks to the people who worked so hard to make the Junk Jettison Day, the Community Yard Sale, the Bake Sale and the Food Booth such astounding successes. Prisoners have also helped with much work in the community and have done a great job.
• Goose Update- Currently DNR traps and moves geese. State funding has been cut. DNR no longer traps and moves geese unless they are on State land. Persons bothered by geese can get a hunting license to shoot geese during the season open Sept 1st thru Sept 10^th.
• Marina Update- Coast Guard is dredging and building a larger dock to accommodate larger boats. DNR has brought in equipment and will start enlarging dock as soon as 8-13-02.
• Nature Conservancy Meeting- Aug 19- Public Meeting will be held Monday, Aug 19^th at 7:00 p.m. in the Eagle Harbor Community Building to discuss Mt. Baldy Stewardship. Those interested in future access to Mt. Baldy should plan to attend.
• Amatuer Radio Meeting- Aug 17^th & 18^th- Dennis Royce informed us that the International Amatuer Lighthouse Society Radio Meeting will be held at the Eagle Harbor Lighthouse.
• Great Sand Bay Toilet Facilities- Jim Heikkila informed us that facility could only be built off the lake side of highway, but felt chances are very slim for a facility at this time.
• Float Planes- Doug Sherk asked if there should be policy adopted regarding the landing of float planes in Eagle Harbor. It was discussed and decided that it is the pilot’s responsibility to check the landing area and indicate their presence in the area before landing, and that no policy should be adopted.
• Emergency Helo Port- It was requested that an Emergency Helo Port be established on the playground near Township Hall. It would require a request from the Coast Guard, as well as approval from the FAA. It was decided that no action would be taken.

BEACH COMMITTEE – Fred and Colleen Geis – No Report

CEMETERY COMMITTEE – Ginny Schubert –No Report- The prisoners will be working on a cedar fence to complete fencing around the cemetery. Lots of berry pickers have been spotted in the cemetery.

SEXTON COMMENTS –Mike Braman – One memorial service is planned for Mrs. Davis on Friday.

COMMUNITY BUILDING– Nancy Clarkson –The schoolhouse kitchen floor has been replaced. Blinds have been ordered for seven windows from Kirkish Furniture, and will be delivered in 3-4 weeks. Nancy displayed the ceiling covering for schoolhouse, which should help deaden sound. The cost is minimal. Activities planned include a Euchre session next Sunday, and Bridge sessions on Thursdays. The upstairs of Community Building is straightened up, and will be arranged to make a schoolroom atmosphere. The prisoners will assist in cleanup effort. We should consider stabilizing repairs in the future. There is still no public access at this time. The Community Yard Sale was a huge success. We made $3,032.20 (net amount). Thanks to everyone who helped with a donation of items or time. Thanks to the Schubert’s Food Booth which netted $1,448.80, and included a donation from Keith and Mid Willoughby for $204.00 for the purchase of hot dogs. Gratia Scrutton and Charlotte Barber left a check for $1,726.93, which represented Bake Sale proceeds. Proceeds from the food concession and the bake sale will be used to purchase defibrillators. Proceeds from the rummage sale will go towards purchase of defibrillator and other life saving equipment.

FIRST RESPONDERS- All 1^st Responders now have all of their equipment. Radio problems encountered have been partially solved. 911 must be called to dispatch 1^st Responders. Do not call directly to residences of 1^st Responders. Defibrillators to be purchased will be reconditioned Medtronic models at a cost of $2,000.00 each. 1^st Responders include Bruce Olson, Dick Lantz, Kris Callog, Barb Been, Ginny Schubert, and Patty Asselin. A list of 1^st Resonders and Eagle Harbor TWP Volunteer Firemen will be provided to Don Keith per his request.

HAZARD MITIGATION COMMITTEE – Kris Callog – No report

HEBARD PLAT COMMITTEE – Jeane Olson – No Report

LAND USE COMMITTEE – Barbara Been- At a meeting on Aug 7^th in Mohawk, Lori Hauswirth presented land use maps. Maps will now be presented to County Zoning and Planning. Public Hearing date not yet set, should be sometime in October. Map needs some correction to Eagle Harbor Resort Services. Barb would like to have project completed by January or the whole process starts over. Maps and WUPPDR report available in TWP Hall for examination. Contact Lori Hauswirth at WUPPDR for questions/concerns about plan.

911 COMMITTEE – Ginny Schubert- 911 addresses currently going through Ameritech. Notification of new addresses should be sent to residents by Dec. 3^rd of this year. Residents will have one year in which to start using the new 911 addresses, which will also be the mailing address. Mailboxes should have the same new addresses on them. Mailboxes should have 1" contrasting letters. The bottom of the mailbox should be 42" above the street. The 911 funding will cover the cost of the new street signs, which will not be available until next year. Ginny Schubert suggested that we look into reorganizing mailboxes. Doug Schubert suggested we organize a committee to look at the mailbox question. Doug Sherk would prefer that local residents discuss this matter among themselves and possibly come to a conclusion on their own.

PARK COMMITTEE – George Hite- No Report

RECREATION COMMITTEE – Barb Sickler – New basketball backboards have been installed. Thanks to the persons who helped. Excess 4^th of July Beer Stand funds (stand run by John Wakeman) have been donated for the purchase of permanent cemented vinyl clad benches at the playground.

SOLID WASTE COMMITTEE – Bruce Olson – Junk Jettison Day was extremely successful. Final cost of Junk Jettison Day was in excess of $4,000.00. Thanks to all volunteers for the hard work, time and money donated to make Art Fair weekend fundraiser efforts a huge success.

VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT – Mike Radigan – No Report- Fire Millage passed.

WATER COMMITTEE – John Wakeman – No report

WATER SYSTEM OPERATOR – Rick Finke – All copper/lead samples are fine, as well as water samples.

WELLHEAD PROTECTION – Rick Finke – No Report

• Banking Fees/Changes to Accounts- Ann Johnson states bank will not charge us based on the new fee structure. Ann proposed changing some accounts to savings accounts to receive additional interest. We will maintain the same number of accounts. A list of proposed changes is attached. MM/S Olson/Ellis to allow Ann Johnson to change accounts with Superior National Bank from checking to savings as proposed. 5 Ayes, 0 Nays- Motion carried.

• Set Fire Truck Millage- Millage based on SEV of $40,605,000.00. Last year millage was 1. mill. This year we can go to .78 mill for $31,671.90. We need $31,650.00. Resolution to establish fire truck millage at .78 mill. MM/S Johnson/Olson. Roll call vote- Ayes, Dick Lantz, Tom Ellis, Doug Sherk, Ann Johnson, Jeane Olson. Nays, 0. Resolution passed.

• Gratiot Lake Road Sealcoat- Tabled

• Sidewalk Policy- The Township is liable for liablilty on sidewalks. Doug Sherk asked if we should draft a Sidewalk Policy or handle each case on an individual basis. After discussion it was agreed to table draft policy. MM/S Olson/Ellis to table Draft Policy. 5 Ayes, 0 Nays. Motion carried.

• Sidewalk Repair Request-Dips in sidewalk in front of the Roche home. It was suggested that in the Fall a tar filler could be used. We will do nothing at this time on the sidewalk in front of the Roche home. There is heaving of the sidewalk in front of the Bernie Schute home due to tree roots. There is heaving in the sidewalk in front of the King/ Boutwell home due to tree roots. The estimate of cost to repair sidewalks in front of the Schute and the King residences (per Fritz Kesenan) is $1,200.00 for both sidewalks. MM/S Lantz/Ellis to repair sidewalks as per estimate. 5 Ayes, 0 Nays. Motion carried.

Fred Geis requests permit to replace the walk in front of his home. He would replace

approximatly 40 feet of grass with pavers at his own cost. The grass is damaged each year by

snowplows. MM/S Ellis/Lantz to table request. 5 Ayes, 0 Nays. Motion carried.

ZONING VARIANCE REQUESTS- None

Nancy Wakeman-CPR and Defibrillator Training- Tues. August 13, 2002 from 5-7 p.m. in Eagle Harbor

Community Building. Cost is $15.00. See Nancy Wakeman to sign up for classes. Certificates will

be issued for completion of class.

• MM/S Johnson/Lantz to adjourn. 5 Ayes, 0 Nays – Meeting adjourned at 9:10p.m.