TUESDAY, DECEMBER 16, 2014 ROAD SPECIAL MEETING
The regular meeting of the Bay County Road Commission, Road Department, was called to order at 1:35 p.m., at 2600 E. Beaver Road, by the Chairman, Richard Gromaski.
Roll Call: Richard Gromaski, Edward Rivet & Michael Rivard
Also present were: Road Commission Representatives: Jim Lillo, Engineer-Manager; and Tom Kramer General Superintendent; Ronald Robbins, Beaver; and Danean Wright, Clerk of the Board.
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
PUBLIC INPUT – NONE
There being no further business before the Board, Commissioner Rivard moved to adjourn the meeting until Tuesday, December 23, 2014 at 9:00 a.m. Motion was adopted on a roll call vote at 3:17 p.m.:
Yeas: Gromaski, Rivet & Rivard
Respectfully Submitted by: Approved by:
Danean Wright Richard S. Gromaski
Clerk of the Board Chairman of the Board
Category Archives: Board Meeting Minutes
DECEMBER 10, 2014
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 10, 2014 ROAD REGULAR MEETING
The regular meeting of the Bay County Road Commission, Road Department, was called to order at 9:00 a.m., at 2600 E. Beaver Road, by the Chairman, Richard Gromaski.
Roll Call: Richard Gromaski, Edward Rivet & Michael Rivard
Also present were: Road Commission Representatives: Jim Lillo, Engineer-Manager; Cory Wale, Assistant Engineer; and Tom Kramer General Superintendent; Dept. of Water & Sewer Representatives: Thomas Paige, Director; Supervisors – Terry Watson, Bangor; Ronald Campbell, Frankenlust; Mark Galus, Fraser; Tom Foret, Hampton; Dennis Bragiel, Kawkawlin; Gary Brandt, Monitor; Michael Haranda, Mt. Forest; and Paul Wasek, Williams; George Augustyniak, Fraser Township Trustee; Tom Wheeler, Wade-Trim, Inc.; Mike Niederquell, Spicer Group; John Billette, CEC; Mel McNally, Kawkawlin Township Trustee; and Danean Wright, Clerk of the Board.
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
Commissioner Gromaski moved to approve the minutes of the November 26, 2014 meeting. Motion was adopted on a roll call vote:
Yeas: Rivet, Rivard & Gromaski
PUBLIC INPUT – NONE
Commissioner Gromaski moved to approve a commercial drive request for Tender Care Assisted Living. Motion was adopted on a roll call vote:
Yeas: Rivet, Rivard & Gromaski
Commissioner Rivet moved to approve a Traffic Signal Maintenance Agreement with J. Ranck, Inc. Motion was adopted on a roll call vote:
Yeas: Rivard, Gromaski & Rivet
Commissioner Rivard moved to approve a contract extension with Survey Solutions, Inc. for material testing and inspection. Motion was adopted on a roll call vote:
Yeas: Gromaski, Rivet & Rivard
Commissioner Gromaski moved to approve payroll for the period of 11/15/14 through 11/28/14 in the amount of $112,678.31. Motion was adopted on a roll call vote:
Yeas: Rivet, Rivard & Gromaski
Commissioner Rivard moved to approve bills in the amount of $369,550.77. Motion was adopted on a roll call vote:
Yeas: Gromaski, Rivet & Rivard
ENGINEER MANAGER’S REPORT – Discussion of MTF & Cash Balance – had State budget meeting, no change in MDOT budget for 2015 – T. Kramer – Hired and started two new employees.
Commissioner Gromaski moved to approve Agreement #7-2014-03, with Hampton Township for various HMA paving projects. Project is estimated at $231,300.00. The Chairman and the Clerk are authorized to sign for the Board. Motion was adopted on a roll call vote: Yeas: Rivet, Rivard & Gromaski
PUBLIC INPUT – P. Wasek asked about QScend System and how the citizens are receiving responses, also discussed ditching projects – D. Bragiel update on road funding – it doesn’t look like it will be approved – M. McNally asked about salt quantities and if we have enough on hand.
There being no further business before the Board, Commissioner Rivard moved to adjourn the meeting until Wednesday, December 23, 2014 at 9:00 a.m. Motion was adopted on a roll call vote at 9:38 a.m.:
Yeas: Gromaski, Rivet & Rivard
Respectfully Submitted by: Approved by:
Danean Wright Richard S. Gromaski
Clerk of the Board Chairman of the Board
NOVEMBER 26, 2014
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 26, 2014 ROAD REGULAR MEETING
The regular meeting of the Bay County Road Commission, Road Department, was called to order at 9:00 a.m., at 2600 E. Beaver Road, by the Chairman, Richard Gromaski.
Roll Call: Richard Gromaski, Edward Rivet & Michael Rivard
Also present were: Road Commission Representatives: Jim Lillo, Engineer-Manager; and Tom Kramer General Superintendent; Dept. of Water & Sewer Representatives: Thomas Paige, Director; Ed Klopf, WWTP Superintendent; Charles Suchodolski, Water Superintendent; and Jim Marter, Accounting Manager; Supervisors – Mark Galus, Fraser; Laura Reynolds, Gibson; Tom Foret, Hampton; Dennis Bragiel, Kawkawlin; Gary Brandt, Monitor; and Paul Wasek, Williams; George Augustyniak, Fraser Township Trustee; and Danean Wright, Clerk of the Board.
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
Commissioner Gromaski moved to approve the minutes of the November 12, 2014 meeting. Motion was adopted on a roll call vote:
Yeas: Rivet, Rivard & Gromaski
PUBLIC INPUT – E. Meylan discussed Eight Mile Road Bridge. P. Wasek stated Williams Township is pleased with the Road Commission work. L. Reynolds stated Gibson Township is pleased with the Road Commission work. T. Foret stated Hampton Township is pleased with the Road Commission work. M. Galus and G. Augustyniak stated Fraser Township is pleased with the Road Commission work.
Commissioner Rivet moved to approve revising the Mailbox Replacement Policy to lower the voucher amount from $40 to $30. Motion was adopted on a roll call vote:
Yeas: Rivard, Gromaski & Rivet
Commissioner Rivard moved to approve a commercial drive access request for Kerkau Manufacturing. Motion was adopted on a roll call vote:
Yeas: Gromaski, Rivet & Rivard
Commissioner Gromaski moved to release bond number 6093485 for Keyes Trenching. Motion was adopted on a roll call vote:
Yeas: Rivet, Rivard & Gromaski
Commissioner Gromaski moved to write off seven uncollected accounts receivable from 2013 in the amount of $3,997.03 and submit to a collections agency. Motion was adopted on a roll call vote:
Yeas: Rivet, Rivard & Gromaski
Commissioner Rivet moved to approve posting and the subsequent awarding of the position of Assistant Engineer. Motion was adopted on a roll call vote:
Yeas: Rivard, Gromaski & Rivet
Commissioner Gromaski moved to approve payroll for the period of 11/1/14 through 11/14/14 in the amount of $143,990.37. Motion was adopted on a roll call vote:
Yeas: Rivet, Rivard & Gromaski
Commissioner Rivard moved to approve bills in the amount of $1,271,580.62. Motion was adopted on a roll call vote:
Yeas: Gromaski, Rivet & Rivard
Commissioner Rivard moved to approve permits 14-285 through 14-291. Motion was adopted on a roll call vote:
Yeas: Gromaski, Rivet & Rivard
Engineer-Manager’s Report – Primary countywide paving is complete – Interviewed 5 applicants for driving positions, will hire 2 – Joint MPO meeting between BCATS, SMATS, MATS held at MBS, 48 people attended.
PUBLIC INPUT – D. Bragiel discussed Road Bill in Lansing – G. Brandt asked when Euclid will be done next spring – G. Augustyniak asked about BBLR meeting – P. Wasek asked if ditching is done, it depends on the weather.
There being no further business before the Board, Commissioner Rivard moved to adjourn the meeting until Wednesday, December 10, 2014 at 9:00 a.m. Motion was adopted on a roll call vote at 10:08 a.m.:
Yeas: Gromaski, Rivet & Rivard
Respectfully Submitted by: Approved by:
Danean Wright Richard S. Gromaski
Clerk of the Board Chairman of the Board
NOVEMBER 12, 2014
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 12, 2014 ROAD REGULAR MEETING
The regular meeting of the Bay County Road Commission, Road Department, was called to order at 9:00 a.m., at 2600 E. Beaver Road, by the Chairman, Richard Gromaski.
Roll Call: Richard Gromaski, Edward Rivet & Michael Rivard
Also present were: Road Commission Representatives: Jim Lillo, Engineer-Manager; Cory Wale, Assistant Engineer; and Tom Kramer General Superintendent; Dept. of Water & Sewer Representatives: Thomas Paige, Director; Chuck Suchodolski, Water Department Superintendent; Ed Klopf, Wastewater Plant Superintendent; Ryan Goebel, Water Plant General Supervisor; and Jim Marter, Accounting Manager; Supervisors – Terry Watson, Bangor; Tom Foret, Hampton; Dennis Bragiel, Kawkawlin; Michael Haranda, Mt. Forest; and Paul Wasek, Williams; George Augustyniak, Fraser Township Trustee; and Danean Wright, Clerk of the Board.
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
Commissioner Gromaski moved to approve the minutes of the October 29, 2014 meeting. Motion was adopted on a roll call vote:
Yeas: Rivet, Rivard & Gromaski
PUBLIC INPUT – G. Augustyniak stated that he has received positive comments on shoulders done on Benjamin and Edwin. E. Rivet thanked everyone for their support on the election. J. Meylan commented on the electrical surge at his home last year-he is asking for his $500 home insurance deductible to be paid, he will submit a claim to the Road Commission insurance company.
Commissioner Rivet moved to accept engagement letter from Stewart, Beauvais & Whipple to perform the audit for the year ending December 31, 2014. Motion was adopted on a roll call vote:
Yeas: Rivard, Gromaski & Rivet
Commissioner Rivard moved to approve Agreement #11-2014-01, with Mt. Forest Township for 23A aggregate. Project is estimated at $40,000.00. Building Better Local Roads is $20,000. Total Estimated Cost is $20,000.00. The Chairman and the Clerk are authorized to sign for the Board. Motion was adopted on a roll call vote:
Yeas: Gromaski, Rivet & Rivard
Commissioner Gromaski moved to approve Agreement #12-2014-03, with Pinconning Township for 23A aggregate. Project is estimated at $14,200.00. Total Estimated Cost is $14,200.00. The Chairman and the Clerk are authorized to sign for the Board. Motion was adopted on a roll call vote:
Yeas: Rivet, Rivard & Gromaski
Commissioner Gromaski moved to approve payroll for the period of 10/18/14 through 10/31/14 in the amount of $109,648.09. Motion was adopted on a roll call vote:
Yeas: Rivet, Rivard & Gromaski
Commissioner Rivard moved to approve bills in the amount of $291,505.58. Motion was adopted on a roll call vote:
Yeas: Gromaski, Rivet & Rivard
Commissioner Gromaski moved to approve permits 14-274 through 14-284. Motion was adopted on a roll call vote:
Yeas: Rivet, Rivard & Gromaski
Engineer-Manager’s Report – Discussed MTF Report, Cash Report, projects for budget – countywide paving-8 Mile Road being done today, Stone Island Road at RR crossing being done today, 3 Mile is done – D. Gromaski asked about N. Union punch list-will be done in spring – J. Lillo discussed Flajole Road, they are fixing the manholes today – Beaver Road drainage done, crush and shape projects done – Will address mailbox vouchers in two weeks.
PUBLIC INPUT – D. Bragiel brought up berm being done and that it looks good. G. Augustyniak asked about mixing salt with sand. P. Wasek asked if Road Commission has heard from Dow Corning on RR crossing at Carter Road. P. Wasek discussed 11 Mile Road crush and shape-resident has a concrete driveway and wondered if we feather it to the edge, answer is yes. P. Wasek asked about policy regarding the dumping of grass clippings and leaves in ditches, needs to be worked on.
There being no further business before the Board, Commissioner Rivard moved to adjourn the meeting until Wednesday, November 26, 2014 at 9:00 a.m. Motion was adopted on a roll call vote at 9:45 a.m.:
Yeas: Gromaski, Rivet & Rivard
Respectfully Submitted by: Approved by:
Danean Wright Richard S. Gromaski
Clerk of the Board Chairman of the Board
OCTOBER 29, 2014
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 29, 2014 ROAD REGULAR MEETING
The regular meeting of the Bay County Road Commission, Road Department, was called to order at 9:00 a.m., at 2600 E. Beaver Road, by the Vice-Chairman, Edward Rivet.
Roll Call: Edward Rivet & Michael Rivard, Richard Gromaski-excused
Also present were: Road Commission Representatives: Jim Lillo, Engineer-Manager; Tom Kramer, General Superintendent; and Jill McKeon, Assistant Finance Director; Dept. of Water & Sewer Representatives: Thomas Paige, Director; Terry Watson, Bangor; Ronald Campbell, Frankenlust; Mark Galus, Fraser; Laura Reynolds, Gibson; Tom Foret, Hampton; Dennis Bragiel, Kawkawlin; Gary Brandt, Monitor; and Paul Wasek, Williams; George Augustyniak, Fraser Township Trustee; Erich Smith and Rachel Phillips Wade-Trim, Inc.; Mel McNally, Kawkawlin Township Trustee; and Danean Wright, Clerk of the Board .
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
Commissioner Rivet moved to approve the minutes of the October 15, 2014 meeting. Motion was adopted on a roll call vote:
Yeas: Rivard & Rivet
PUBLIC INPUT – D. Bragiel discussed Two Mile Road paving will be 4-way split with Kawkawlin, Bangor, Dept. of Water & Sewer, and Road Commission done 2015. D. Bragiel said a policy has to be set on how to handle the dumping of grass clippings in drains. Resident discussed speed limit sign on Two Mile from Beaver to Boy Scout, can they be replaced, taken down when they paved 24 years ago-J. Lillo to check into. Tony Stanolis discussed Old State Road culvert and Selleck Drain on agenda. P. Wasek stated 6 people called to thank the Township for turning Flajole Road back to gravel. P. Wasek discussed Garfield at Hotchkiss project and asked if they are lengthening the one culvert-yes. G. Augustyniak wanted to know when gravel shoulders would be placed on Benjamin and Edwin-should be done shortly. D. Bragiel commented on Lauria Road south side by cemetery has berm, asked if it was to have a swale.
Commissioner Rivet moved to receive the request for Old State Road Culvert, Selleck Drain, Pinconning Township to be included in 2015 budget. Motion was adopted on a roll call vote:
Yeas: Rivard & Rivet
Commissioner Rivard moved to approve the MDOT Design Contract for Garfield at Hotchkiss Road Improvements, Williams Township. Motion was adopted on a roll call vote: Yeas: Rivet & Rivard
Commissioner Rivet moved to approve payroll for the period of 10/04/14 through 10/17/14 in the amount of $107,293.07. Motion was adopted on a roll call vote:
Yeas: Rivard & Rivet
Commissioner Rivard moved to approve bills in the amount of $425,785.22. Motion was adopted on a roll call vote:
Yeas: Rivet & Rivard
Commissioner Rivard moved to approve permits 14-257 through 14-273. Motion was adopted on a roll call vote:
Yeas: Rivet & Rivard
Engineer-Manager’s Report – Countywide paving done except for Flajole, 8 Mile bridge, other countywide primary road paving contract still finishing up – Beaver Road drainage project one more culvert needs to be done – S. Boutell to Knight, grant request accepted by DEQ
Commissioner Rivet moved to receive Credit Card report. Motion was adopted on a roll call vote:
Yeas: Rivet & Rivard
Commissioner Rivard moved to approve CRA proposals. Motion was adopted on a roll call vote:
Yeas: Rivet & Rivard
Commissioner Rivet moved to receive information for Critical Incident Staff Training. Motion was adopted on a roll call vote:
Yeas: Rivard & Rivet
PUBLIC INPUT – NONE
There being no further business before the Board, Commissioner Rivard moved to adjourn the meeting until Wednesday, November 12, 2014 at 9:00 a.m. Motion was adopted on a roll call vote at 9:40 a.m.:
Yeas: Rivet & Rivard
Respectfully Submitted by: Approved by:
Danean Wright Richard S. Gromaski
Clerk of the Board Chairman of the Board
OCTOBER 15, 2014
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 15, 2014 ROAD REGULAR MEETING
The regular meeting of the Bay County Road Commission, Road Department, was called to order at 9:00 a.m., at 2600 E. Beaver Road, by the Chairman, Richard Gromaski.
Roll Call: Richard Gromaski, Edward Rivet & Michael Rivard
Also present were: Road Commission Representatives: Jim Lillo, Engineer-Manager; Cory Wale, Assistant Engineer; and Tom Kramer General Superintendent; Ronald Campbell, Frankenlust; Mark Galus, Fraser; Laura Reynolds, Gibson; Dennis Bragiel, Kawkawlin; David Schabel, Merritt; Gary Brandt, Monitor; and Paul Wasek, Williams; George Augustyniak, Fraser Township Trustee and Danean Wright, Clerk of the Board.
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
Commissioner Gromaski moved to approve the minutes of the October 1, 2014 meeting. Motion was adopted on a roll call vote:
Yeas: Rivet, Rivard & Gromaski
PUBLIC INPUT – P. Wasek thanked Board for Salzburg Road and Eleven Mile Road work well done. L. Reynolds thanked Board for road signs. G. Brandt thanked Board for barricades when planting daffodils.
Commissioner Gromaski moved to receive the thank you note received from a resident. Motion was adopted on a roll call vote:
Yeas: Rivet, Rivard & Gromaski
Commissioner Gromaski moved to approve payroll for the period of 9/20/14 through 10/3/14 in the amount of $118,491.62. Motion was adopted on a roll call vote:
Yeas: Rivet, Rivard & Gromaski
Commissioner Rivard moved to approve bills in the amount of $384,329.73. Motion was adopted on a roll call vote:
Yeas: Gromaski, Rivet & Rivard
Commissioner Rivet moved to approve permits 14-246 through 14-256. Motion was adopted on a roll call vote:
Yeas: Rivard, Gromaski & Rivet
Engineer-Manager’s Report – Budget Schedule 2014 – Staff review – Update on countywide paving-is to start approximately October 27 – Lauria Road to be completed during the same time period.
Commissioner Rivet moved to receive Budget Schedule 2014. Motion was adopted on a roll call vote:
Yeas: Gromaski, Rivet & Rivard
MISCELLANEOUS
Commissioner Rivard moved to approve Agreement #2-2014-04, with Beaver Township for Flajole Road between Linwood and Cottage Grove Road. Project is estimated at $20,000.00. Total Estimated Cost is $20,000.00. The Chairman and the Clerk are authorized to sign for the Board. Motion was adopted on a roll call vote:
PUBLIC INPUT – D. Bragiel asked about mailbox policy and complimented on Ricoma Beach. D. Schabel commented on M-15 (MDOT) from Brown to Russell. P. Wasek asked about Paser Rating Report.
There being no further business before the Board, Commissioner Rivard moved to adjourn the meeting until Wednesday, October 29, 2014 at 9:00 a.m. Motion was adopted on a roll call vote at 9:47 a.m.:
Yeas: Gromaski, Rivet & Rivard
Respectfully Submitted by: Approved by:
Danean Wright Richard S. Gromaski
Clerk of the Board Chairman of the Board
OCTOBER 1, 2014
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 1, 2014 ROAD REGULAR MEETING
The regular meeting of the Bay County Road Commission, Road Department, was called to order at 9:00 a.m., at 2600 E. Beaver Road, by the Chairman, Richard Gromaski.
Roll Call: Richard Gromaski, Edward Rivet & Michael Rivard
Also present were: Road Commission Representatives: Jim Lillo, Engineer-Manager; Supervisors – Terry Watson, Bangor; Mark Galus, Fraser; Tom Foret, Hampton; Dennis Bragiel, Kawkawlin; Gary Brandt, Monitor; Michael Haranda, Mt. Forest; Paul Wasek, Williams; Erich Smith, Tom Wheeler Wade-Trim, Inc.; and Danean Wright, Clerk of the Board.
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
Commissioner Gromaski moved to approve the minutes of the September 17, 2014 meeting. Motion was adopted on a roll call vote:
Yeas: Rivet, Rivard & Gromaski
PUBLIC INPUT – P. Wasek asked if Salzburg Road is opened. Paving is scheduled October 13, 2014.
Commissioner Gromaski moved to approve the 2014 Primary Road Paving Contract awarded to Ace-Saginaw Paving Company for $534,232.15. Motion was adopted on a roll call vote:
Yeas: Rivet, Rivard & Gromaski
Commissioner Rivard moved to approve Chad Dzurka request to carryover 72 hours of vacation. Motion was adopted on a roll call vote:
Yeas: Gromaski, Rivet & Rivard
Commissioner Rivet moved to approve the hiring of two Local #1096 employees. Motion was adopted on a roll call vote:
Yeas: Rivard, Gromaski & Rivet
Commissioner Gromaski moved to approve payroll for the period of 9/6/14 through 9/19/14 in the amount of $110,218.72. Motion was adopted on a roll call vote:
Yeas: Rivet, Rivard & Gromaski
Commissioner Rivard moved to approve bills in the amount of $275,014.09. Motion was adopted on a roll call vote:
Yeas: Gromaski, Rivet & Rivard
Commissioner Gromaski moved to approve permits 14-230 through 14-245. Motion was adopted on a roll call vote:
Yeas: Rivet, Rivard & Gromaski
Commissioner Rivet moved to approve credit card report. Motion was adopted on a roll call vote:
Yeas: Rivet, Gromaski & Rivard
Commissioner Gromaski moved to receive a retirement letter from Tim Majeske. He will retire on November 15, 2014 after 30 years of service. Motion was approved on a roll call vote: Yeas: Rivet, Rivard & Gromaski
Engineer-Manager’s Report – Countywide paving is done, still working on shoulders – Ricoma paving early next week – Beaver driveway project replacing culverts – Pave Salzburg at 11 Mile, pave next week open to traffic approximately October 13, 2014.
PUBLIC INPUT – D. Bragiel asked about Ricoma Beach project
There being no further business before the Board, Commissioner Rivard moved to adjourn the meeting until Wednesday, October 15, 2014 at 9:00 a.m. Motion was adopted on a roll call vote at 9:35 a.m.: Yeas: Gromaski, Rivet & Rivard
Respectfully Submitted by: Approved by:
Danean Wright Richard S. Gromaski
Clerk of the Board Chairman of the Board
SEPTEMBER 17, 2014
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 17, 2014 ROAD REGULAR MEETING
The regular meeting of the Bay County Road Commission, Road Department, was called to order at 9:00 a.m., at 2600 E. Beaver Road, by the Chairman, Richard Gromaski.
Roll Call: Richard Gromaski, Edward Rivet & Michael Rivard
Also present were: Road Commission Representatives: Jim Lillo, Engineer-Manager; Cory Wale, Assistant Engineer; and Tom Kramer General Superintendent; Dept. of Water & Sewer Representatives: Thomas Paige, Director; Supervisors – Terry Watson, Bangor; Ronald Campbell, Frankenlust; Mark Galus, Fraser; Tom Foret, Hampton; Dennis Bragiel, Kawkawlin; David Schabel, Merritt; Gary Brandt, Monitor; and Paul Wasek, Williams; George Augustyniak, Fraser Township Trustee; John Billette, Civil Engineering Consultants; Dan Hansford, Essexville; and Lisa VanDusen, Assistant Clerk of the Board.
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
Commissioner Gromaski moved to approve the minutes of the September 3, 2014 meeting. Motion was adopted on a roll call vote:
Yeas: Rivard, Rivet & Gromaski
PUBLIC INPUT – G. Augustyniak commended crew working in Linwood.
Commissioner Rivet moved to renew a Contract with SAMSA for computer support and maintenance. Chairman is authorized to sign. Motion was adopted on a roll call vote: Yeas: Gromaski, Rivard & Rivet
Commissioner Rivard moved to approve Final Plat for Holly Springs Residential Subdivision, Phase I in Monitor Township. Full Board is authorized to sign. Motion was adopted on a roll call vote:
Yeas: Rivet, Gromaski & Rivard
Commissioner Gromaski moved to release a bond held for DeShano Companies, Inc. for bond #W170022287. Motion was adopted on a roll call vote:
Yeas: Rivard, Rivet & Gromaski
Commissioner Rivet moved to approve Agreement #6-2014-01, with Gibson Township for seal blend. Project is estimated at $5,580.00. Discretionary Fund is $5,580.00. The Chairman and the Clerk are authorized to sign for the Board. Motion was adopted on a roll call vote:
Yeas: Rivard, Gromaski & Rivet
Commissioner Gromaski moved to approve hiring Ms. Luann O’Laughlin as a temporary, part-time employee whose employment start and end dates will coincide with Lisa VanDusen’s maternity leave. Motion was adopted on a roll call vote:
Yeas: Rivard, Rivet & Gromaski
Commissioner Gromaski moved to approve payroll for the period of 8/23/14 through 9/5/14 in the amount of $112,201.03. Motion was adopted on a roll call vote:
Yeas: Rivet, Rivard & Gromaski
Commissioner Rivard moved to approve bills in the amount of $429,084.46. Motion was adopted on a roll call vote:
Yeas: Gromaski, Rivard & Rivet
Commissioner Gromaski moved to approve permits 14-216 through 14-229. Motion was adopted on a roll call vote:
Yeas: Rivet, Gromaski & Rivard
Engineer-Manager’s Report – County-wide paving update; Pyramid Paving to pave Benjamin/Edwin and crush Collegetown in Hampton next – Chip seal complete – Fog Seal started in Midland & Frankenlust Township – Ricoma Beach Project progressing well; started restoration on 9/17.
PUBLIC INPUT – P. Wasek commended Tom Kramer & Crew for excavating.
G. Augustyniak questioned paving on Elevator Road; will be completed along with Wilder & 3 Mile intersection.
T. Watson commended BCRC crew with the great work done on the North Union Project.
There being no further business before the Board, Commissioner Rivard moved to adjourn the meeting until Wednesday, October 1, 2014 at 9:00 a.m. Motion was adopted on a roll call vote at 9:26 a.m.:
Yeas: Rivet, Gromaski, Rivard
Respectfully Submitted by: Approved by:
Danean Wright Richard S. Gromaski
Clerk of the Board Chairman of the Board
SEPTEMBER 3, 2014
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 3, 2014 ROAD REGULAR MEETING
The regular meeting of the Bay County Road Commission, Road Department, was called to order at 9:00 a.m., at 2600 E. Beaver Road, by the Chairman, Richard Gromaski.
Roll Call: Richard Gromaski, Edward Rivet & Michael Rivard
Also present were: Road Commission Representatives: Jim Lillo, Engineer-Manager; and Tom Kramer General Superintendent; Supervisors – Ronald Robbins, Beaver; Mark Galus, Fraser; James Dubay, Garfield; Laura Reynolds, Gibson; Tom Foret, Hampton; Dennis Bragiel, Kawkawlin; David Schabel, Merritt; Gary Brandt, Monitor; and Paul Wasek, Williams; George Augustyniak, Fraser Township Trustee; Tom Wheeler, Wade-Trim, Inc.; and Danean Wright, Clerk of the Board.
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
Commissioner Gromaski moved to approve the minutes of the August 20, 2014 meeting. Motion was adopted on a roll call vote:
Yeas: Rivet, Rivard & Gromaski
PUBLIC INPUT – NONE
Commissioner Gromaski moved to approve Commercial Drive Access for Elevator Mini-Storage in Kawkawlin Township. Motion was adopted on a roll call vote:
Yeas: Rivet, Rivard & Gromaski
Commissioner Rivet moved to approve road easement for Ricoma Beach Road in Bangor Township and related agreed upon items. Chairman and Clerk are authorized to sign. Motion was adopted on a roll call vote:
Yeas: Rivard, Gromaski & Rivet
Commissioner Rivard moved to approve request for Steve Gray to attend MAPERS Fall 2014 Conference on September 14th – 16th in Traverse City. Motion was adopted on a roll call vote: Yeas: Gromaski, Rivet & Rivard
Commissioner Gromaski moved to approve Universal Roofing for the bid to replace building #4’s roof. Motion was adopted on a roll call vote:
Yeas: Rivet, Rivard & Gromaski
Commissioner Gromaski moved to approve payroll for the period of 8/9/14 through 8/22/14 in the amount of $113,599.84. Motion was adopted on a roll call vote:
Yeas: Rivet, Rivard & Gromaski
Commissioner Rivet moved to approve bills in the amount of $241,994.15. Motion was adopted on a roll call vote:
Yeas: Rivard, Gromaski & Rivet
Commissioner Gromaski moved to approve permits 14-204 through 14-215. Motion was adopted on a roll call vote:
Yeas: Rivet, Rivard & Gromaski
Engineer-Manager’s Report – MCRCSIP refund of $211,000 – US-10 bridge over I-75 will be replaced 3/15 northbound and 7/15 southbound; approximate completion date 11/15, December 2014 letting – Salzburg / 11 Mile moving along – North Union is completed; few small items left to finish – Lauria / Euclid opened before school – Chip seal in Midland will be complete in another week – Started Ricoma Beach project 9/2.
Commissioner Gromaski moved to approve a 90 day Temporary No Parking Sign on Kiesel Road in front of John Glenn and Christa McAuliffe. Motion was adopted on a roll call vote:
Yeas: Rivet, Rivard & Gromaski
PUBLIC INPUT – L. Reynolds asked for warning signs on Standish Road through Bentley, 55 to 25 on edge of town. Signs upside down, turn right side up.
G. Augustyniak suggested letter to Road Commission to take care of signs.
P. Wasek stated a lot of truck traffic is ruining other parts of Salzburg Road during 11 Mile Road project. There is standing water in Salzburg/11 Mile ditch on south side going east.
There being no further business before the Board, Commissioner Rivard moved to adjourn the meeting until Wednesday, September 17, 2014 at 9:00 a.m. Motion was adopted on a roll call vote at 9:37 a.m.:
Yeas: Gromaski, Rivet & Rivard
Commissioner Gromaski called the meeting back to order at 9:38 a.m. Motion was adopted on a roll call vote:
Yeas: Gromaski, Rivet & Rivard
Commissioner Gromaski moved to approve to hire a mechanic. Motion was adopted on a roll call vote:
Yeas: Rivet, Rivard & Gromaski
There being no further business before the Board, Commissioner Gromaski moved to re-adjourn the meeting. Motion was adopted on a roll call vote at 9:47 a.m.:
Yeas: Rivet, Rivard & Gromaski
Respectfully Submitted by: Approved by:
Danean Wright Richard S. Gromaski
Clerk of the Board Chairman of the Board
AUGUST 20, 2014
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 20, 2014 ROAD REGULAR MEETING
The regular meeting of the Bay County Road Commission, Road Department, was called to order at 9:00 a.m., at 2600 E. Beaver Road, by the Chairman, Richard Gromaski.
Roll Call: Richard Gromaski, Edward Rivet & Michael Rivard
Also present were: Road Commission Representatives: Jim Lillo, Engineer-Manager; Cory Wale, Assistant Engineer; and Tom Kramer General Superintendent; Dept. of Water & Sewer Representatives: Thomas Paige, Director; Charles Suchodolski, Water Superintendent and Jim Marter, Accounting Manager; Supervisors – Terry Watson, Bangor; Mark Galus, Fraser; Tom Foret, Hampton; Gary Brandt, Monitor; and Paul Wasek, Williams; George Augustyniak, Fraser Township Trustee; Rachel Phillips, Wade-Trim, Inc.; and Danean Wright, Clerk of the Board.
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
Commissioner Gromaski moved to approve the minutes of the August 6, 2014 meeting. Motion was adopted on a roll call vote:
Yeas: Rivet, Rivard & Gromaski
PUBLIC INPUT – T. Foret commended Road Commission on chip and seal in Hampton.
G. Brandt brought up the fact Charter is installing lines and causing some damage in resident’s yards.
Commissioner Rivet moved to receive the bids for Upper Roof Replacement for Building #4 and refer awards until the September 3, 2014 meeting. Motion was adopted on a roll call vote:
Yeas: Rivard, Gromaski & Rivet
Commissioner Rivet moved to sign PSA with Soil and Materials Engineers, Inc. for Garfield Road – Midland Road to North Union Road, Garfield Road – North of Hotchkiss Road, Old Kawkawlin Road – M-13 to State Park Drive and Patterson Road – Wilder Road to Wheeler Road in various townships. Motion was adopted on a roll call vote:
Yeas: Rivard, Gromaski & Rivet
Commissioner Gromaski moved to authorize to sign Acceptance Letter of Engagement for Medicare Modernization Act. Motion was adopted on a roll call vote:
Yeas: Rivet, Rivard & Gromaski
Commissioner Rivard moved to approve Agreement #1-2014-02, with Bangor Township for Kawkawlin River Drive. Project is estimated at $27,825.00. Township Share is $27,825.00. The Chairman and the Clerk are authorized to sign for the Board. Motion was adopted on a roll call vote:
Yeas: Gromaski, Rivet & Rivard
Commissioner Gromaski moved to release a bond held for Rich Putt for bond #71545567. Motion was adopted on a roll call vote:
Yeas: Rivet, Rivard & Gromaski
Commissioner Gromaski moved to approve payroll for the period of 7/26/14 through 8/8/14 in the amount of $113,064.33. Motion was adopted on a roll call vote:
Yeas: Rivet, Rivard & Gromaski
Commissioner Rivet moved to approve bills in the amount of $508,556.95. Motion was adopted on a roll call vote:
Yeas: Rivard, Gromaski & Rivet
Commissioner Rivard moved to approve permits 14-185 through 14-203. Motion was adopted on a roll call vote:
Yeas: Gromaski, Rivet & Rivard
Commissioner Rivard moved to approve permit for detour for MDOT’s contractor to set beams for the M-47 Bridge over US-10. Motion was adopted on a roll call vote:
Yeas: Rivard, Gromaski & Rivet
Engineer-Manager’s Report – MTF history – Cash balance – Received plans for Euclid Avenue water main and east lane replacement to be completed by 2015 – Salzburg and Eleven Mile Road construction status update – North Union Road; to be opened 8/23 or 8/25 – Lauria and Euclid; paving tomorrow and open to traffic next week – Chip and seal almost complete in Midland – South Euclid RR crossing will be upgraded to larger LED lights and gates will be added.
Commissioner Rivet moved to adopt a resolution to accept the MDOT Contract for Rehabilitation of the Mackinaw Road Bridge and Wheeler Road Bridge over the Kawkawlin River. Motion was adopted on a roll call vote:
Yeas: Rivard, Gromaski & Rivet
PUBLIC INPUT – G. Augustyniak asked if there is a list of roads that will be turned back to gravel.
There being no further business before the Board, Commissioner Rivard moved to adjourn the meeting until Wednesday, September 3, 2014 at 9:00 a.m. Motion was adopted on a roll call vote at 9:54 a.m.:
Yeas: Gromaski, Rivet & Rivard
Respectfully Submitted by: Approved by:
Danean Wright Richard S. Gromaski
Clerk of the Board Chairman of the Board