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Trustee Kevin moved to put the township’s excavating services out to competitive bid; other trustees proposed a compromise: a one‑year extension if Campo Brothers would accept it, with the township committing to advertise and bid the contract no later than eight months before the extension ends. Supporters of rebidding cited municipal best practices and the Michigan Townships Association’s guidance; trustees who favored extending the current agreement noted the contractor’s long service, prompt responsiveness and the present favorable rates compared with uncertain market bids.

Trustees discussed contract history: the original agreement began with a multi‑year term and included optional one‑year renewals; if extended now, the contract will have covered several years under the same rates. Trustees asked staff to present the original proposed three‑year extension pricing alongside future bids when they are received.

Why it matters: The excavating contract covers water main and service repairs, trenching and sewer work—the township’s ability to respond promptly affects residents’ water and sewer service and emergency repairs. The board’s compromise preserves continuity while requiring a market test.

Ending: Staff will confirm Campo Brothers’ willingness to accept a one‑year extension; if accepted, staff will issue a competitive solicitation and return results to the board for comparison.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","Township Board of Trustees - 23 Jun 2025","oneSentenceSummary","After debate about procurement best practices, trustees voted 4–2 to extend Campo Brothers’ excavating contract for one year (contingent on the contractor’s acceptance) and to competitively bid the township excavating contract within the coming year.","taxTitle","Grosse Ile, Wayne County, Michigan","taxId",55649,"location","Michigan","headline","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":56,"_74":56},6657949,"Board approves $67,600 contract to replace lift‑station controllers and level indicators",210,3621000,3831000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5062012-bd28b06b17e2fc9242ddd9659a1075c7&start=3621&end=3831","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5062012-bd28b06b17e2fc9242ddd9659a1075c7/thumbnail_3621000.jpg","/articles/6657949/Michigan/Board-approves-67600-contract-to-replace-liftstation-controllers-and-level-indicators","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6657949-32b17b38b4d9465e4fa277dc12861ca9/orig.mp4?Expires=1770762165&Signature=do3-jUuOQhbOrDP9kN5tY-yEXIlEUWmp9EKw36yVUKUl8WdOLyYPV59CbqnLh6uRsf8IvtrmilxMDAatOETGWWTawwPJSxnirXkJ6Y4lFH4TJwU24lWN7ds0MtnMBzrOpzFEidAsD1q3-LaklB7lt04RTaFXov4~3gpafyTsPwiMKWhWh7md8NfiJR4XM2l8tra90Dg-v7MFAxcc-9MoC1V5BDVYZ75DAof32ADcD91RCkPfpMuYZgSo3vBy~-2CPtpLqO3wlAhDeLNT4K2~OVHoft6NFkzNtNtpCtZRgGvRiQ25EsqK1xdQOszFNltEL6HqvDf79VNgsDi0Pvey1w__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Grosse Ile Township Board authorized a $67,600 contract with Kennedy Industries to replace main computer systems and level sensors at four of five sanitary lift stations, trustees approved on June 23.

DPS staff said the stations—concentrated on the island’s south end and elsewhere—use pumps to move sewage where gravity flow is insufficient. Several pumps have shown failures, and one had been replaced earlier this year under emergency authority. Staff described the work as a like‑for‑like replacement of existing Flight brand controls; Kennedy is a local authorized provider for that brand, which led staff to recommend a sole‑source procurement to avoid compatibility issues.

Trustees heard that failure of these controllers can cause basement sewage backups and that the upgrades were included in the capital budget to improve system reliability. The township’s operations contractor (Veolia) inspects the stations and will continue routine checks.

Why it matters: Lift stations prevent sewage backups in low‑lying areas; controller failures present immediate public‑health and property‑damage risks. Trustees framed the contract as preventive maintenance to protect residents.

Ending: The board approved the contract by voice vote and directed staff to proceed with scheduling replacements.","Trustees authorized a sole‑source contract with Kennedy Industries for $67,600 to replace control systems and level sensors at four sanitary lift stations, citing older equipment failures and the need to prevent basement backups.",{"_33":88,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":89,"_41":90,"_43":91,"_45":92,"_47":93,"_49":94,"_51":95,"_53":96,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":97,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":98,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":56,"_74":56},6657954,"Board awards $1.69M sewer lining and manhole rehab contract; project uses federal grant for 80% of cost",1060,2274000,3334000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5062012-bd28b06b17e2fc9242ddd9659a1075c7&start=2274&end=3334","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5062012-bd28b06b17e2fc9242ddd9659a1075c7/thumbnail_2274000.jpg","/articles/6657954/Michigan/Board-awards-169M-sewer-lining-and-manhole-rehab-contract-project-uses-federal-grant-for-80-of-cost","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6657954-03b7b6e5f528ead05efb8c287ea3e79d/orig.mp4?Expires=1770762165&Signature=glCVsjREnMXnNCgqPwR8x5gY4V6XXXGvFtpi13eGK0gi3SKLUQlL0Zt8mNAJqvXNG3v5~dmKSLChZfHui1TBqISfh8CMZNzQi5x8B5e7nNkGl1yS4CLxS2kRGn-EiQiMlzDlrIFAOoG81I08KNjxvR95Elua~1bZ2ATG4nu9SD29jjM3e3Rc7pYmRagPB3T-Zo5unOab7psDj0uDjpaeVEXVO34CEYtnBBH7SN6D00eSYKK4KRQxTsYuKws0GG0CiVN~pvXA~VPouAw1rtIW5M44ltKXqSGgkblb9kQMPgRMi6HC8MuQSTjyABF-sODA6RxpOlzaeF47Y1jUKqPN8w__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Grosse Ile Township Board approved a contract to the low bidder, DVM, for sewer lining, spot repairs and manhole rehabilitation at a base cost of $1,688,281, with a 15% contingency bringing the total authorization to $1,941,523.15. Trustees voted to award the contract after the Department of Public Services described the project scope and funding.

DPS staff said the work is a rebid of a 2024 project list prioritized from the township’s sanitary sewer asset management plan. The program includes (1) cured‑in‑place lining of sanitary sewer mains, (2) spot structural lining where localized defects exist, and (3) manhole rehabilitation using a multi‑layer polyurea or similar system. Staff noted the anticipated useful life of many lining systems exceeds 30 years, with some cured‑in‑place installations designed for 100 years.

Financially, staff said approximately 80% of the project cost will be covered by a U.S. Environmental Protection Agency grant under the township’s prior appropriation; the township will fund the remaining 20% plus engineering costs. Work is scheduled to begin in August 2025 and continue through April 2026.

Trustees asked about the rebid; staff said the initial low bidder from the prior solicitation withdrew, prompting a rebid that produced several close bids. Staff described inspection, cleaning and video‑televising of lines as part of their five‑year asset‑management program and said prioritization targeted lines serving multiple homes and the worst‑condition assets.

Why it matters: The project addresses failing sanitary infrastructure, reduces groundwater infiltration to the treatment plant, and is largely grant‑funded, which limits direct township expense while improving system reliability.

Ending: Staff said they would notify residents in work zones about timing and likely short interruptions to service when line segments are cured and laterals are reopened.","Trustees approved a $1,688,281 low-bid contract (plus 15% contingency) for sewer lining, spot repairs and manhole rehabilitation; staff said about 80% of the project will be funded through a U.S. EPA grant, with work scheduled Aug 2025–Apr 2026.",{"_33":100,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":101,"_41":102,"_43":103,"_45":104,"_47":105,"_49":106,"_51":107,"_53":108,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":109,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":110,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":56,"_74":56},6657957,"Grosse Ile board approves water service charge increase to cover GLWA cost rise",338,1916000,2254000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5062012-bd28b06b17e2fc9242ddd9659a1075c7&start=1916&end=2254","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5062012-bd28b06b17e2fc9242ddd9659a1075c7/thumbnail_1916000.jpg","/articles/6657957/Michigan/Grosse-Ile-board-approves-water-service-charge-increase-to-cover-GLWA-cost-rise","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6657957-8e630c3e56a7243f55f4db42e2f023a2/orig.mp4?Expires=1770762165&Signature=Wow3JYEj~hX4RvxiuVU0iFKsRCqnyXrH8KqDw2EZM3iDLETf1m6RBcz6BlYhZp81BpMOeSIFCf58YMgxkrLCij5Wxib~DbUy8u24JMFB2c38n3VKLUyedo12j5GR3zTYFBGkUQsnGyqu76gffzo4N6uH69aA3BgSgdq40WL~KvKQzBlK1OysCVwQP4F96lN73uR1vvR4hauLbL96zz3kl2PS~fdLhSh~Jc~pGoraUEd6scLR9x4qJahjSvdRi9A4nXYLb7sYviFXwtPIQWOT6aptCtjkeFECKxGADuKzoLIl0EZADaBeK2MVtItfGx3hF~EHByavnt39qymCTp2QvA__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Grosse Ile Township Board of Trustees approved a water rate adjustment in its fiscal-year 2025–26 budget on June 23, increasing the fixed quarterly water service charge from $17.50 to $24.32 effective with July 2025 billings. The board left metered (commodity) rates unchanged.

Township staff and the Department of Public Services (DPS) told trustees the Great Lakes Water Authority (GLWA) raised wholesale charges for 2025–26, which added approximately $187,683 in costs to the township’s water account. By increasing the fixed service charge, the township aims to recover about $111,142 of that amount; staff said other budget savings will cover the remainder.

DPS staff explained the decision to raise the fixed charge rather than the commodity price reflected GLWA’s move toward higher fixed charges, and the township prefers matching revenue structure with predictable costs. For most residential customers with a standard meter, trustees were told the change will increase the bill by about $6 per quarter (staff said the precise impact is roughly $6.82 for the typical meter size).

Trustees said the adjustment was included in the budget process and had DPS commission review. The board approved the rate change by voice vote.

Why it matters: The adjustment is intended to preserve the township’s water system finances after an outside wholesale-provider increase, while minimizing the impact on variable usage charges. The change affects every water customer in Grosse Ile and will appear on July bills.

Ending: Staff said they would provide exact per‑meter impacts to customers and include the change in billing notices to minimize confusion when new bills are mailed.","Trustees approved a budgeted water service charge increase—raising the fixed quarterly service charge from $17.50 to $24.32—effective with July 2025 billings to offset higher Great Lakes Water Authority rates; metered commodity rates were left unchanged.",{"_33":112,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":113,"_41":114,"_43":115,"_45":116,"_47":117,"_49":118,"_51":119,"_53":120,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":121,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":122,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":56,"_74":56},6657962,"Grosse Ile trustees vote 4-2 to record but not broadcast bridge commission interviews",5321,285000,5606000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5062012-bd28b06b17e2fc9242ddd9659a1075c7&start=285&end=5606","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5062012-bd28b06b17e2fc9242ddd9659a1075c7/thumbnail_285000.jpg","/articles/6657962/Michigan/Grosse-Ile-trustees-vote-4-2-to-record-but-not-broadcast-bridge-commission-interviews","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6657962-5ba958b172366088c5c11bacff471b67/orig.mp4?Expires=1770762165&Signature=GMX~TareR9j01o4YMKQLj0QB5Iwf1-wm~5sKyzOy5XTyv7v8CdzC2jbBq3vhBh7Z-7NSh2kcYJ9hyIYH9Ci8CMm88R9nLby5H7BwV43gtNKUK8GZPWUt~X-0FloXONqEtsOdRxxgAFVGaeDZb7pTUtjyDGTd7fT5G75bjp5QTQs5qjjZt28QmGzm2qpVXUiY8fcgifDFLLUY9bY3xQlKknLwz~refXkWtHJsgrkM5d~dFOUxPOdxp~9RfDYKVWZiJg34MmnQKixa0e7D8pnBp4lZphFUQR2WmecCtIrYeOLzh54DnEEHhDTniiqw7agOqanKHVwc~1gVOzrTCXwgqg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Grosse Ile Township Board of Trustees voted 4–2 on June 23 to prohibit live broadcasting of interviews the board conducts for the new bridge commission while still recording the proceedings for the record.

Trustees debated whether televising interviews would protect transparency or discourage potential volunteers after two applicants withdrew from the process following what some trustees described as inappropriate conduct during an earlier interview session. Trustee Mark, who moved the motion, said the action would \"record it or not broadcast it\" to balance public access and volunteer comfort. Trustee Margaret Bartlett opposed televising the interviews on privacy grounds and said volunteers should not feel exposed while applying to serve.

The board’s deliberations ranged from procedural questions about whether the board was required to televise all meetings to concerns about the public perception of interviews. Trustee Jamieson argued broadcasting could reassure residents that the township was selecting qualified applicants. Trustee Mickey and other trustees said the first round of interviews had driven potential high-quality candidates away and expressed concern that broadcasting could chill volunteer participation.

After discussion and a brief roll call, the board approved the motion to not broadcast the interviews. The board chair stated the meetings would still be recorded, which trustees said would preserve an administrative record even if not televised.

Why it matters: The bridge commission will advise on a high-cost, high-profile infrastructure project that will affect traffic, taxes and safety. Trustees framed the decision as a balance between transparency for residents and the practical need to encourage experienced volunteers to participate without fear of public exposure.

What trustees decided and next steps: The board’s majority determined interviews will not be broadcast live; recordings will be kept for township records. Trustees also added two related agenda items earlier in the meeting: (1) a discussion item on allowing applicants who previously withdrew their applications to interview and (2) an action item to decide broadcasting for future interviews. The board scheduled interviews for the bridge commission to continue under the new recording/no-broadcast rule.

The board did not change its broader policy that board meetings are normally televised unless a majority votes otherwise; trustees said the vote was a specific, limited decision about these interviews.

Ending: Trustees directed staff to ensure interviews are recorded and to communicate the recording policy to applicants before the next scheduled interviews to avoid further misunderstandings.","The Township Board voted 4–2 to prohibit live broadcasting of interviews for the newly formed bridge commission while retaining recordings for administrative purposes; trustees debated fairness, volunteer privacy and public transparency before the vote.","actionData","errors"]

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