Culvert lowering motion for Baker Avenue fails amid liability concerns
Summary
A motion to proceed with a Baker Avenue culvert lowering project and consult the attorney on liability failed on a 2-2 vote after Vice Chairman Brandon Geyen raised concerns about altering water flow.
A proposal to finish a Baker Avenue culvert lowering project and address liability with the township attorney failed on a 2-2 vote. Supervisor Ryan Nelson moved to finish the project as needed and consult the attorney; Chairman Mike Helman seconded and the motion did not carry, with Vice Chairman Brandon Geyen voicing concerns about liability from altering water flow.
The minutes record Geyen's explicit concern that changing the culvert could alter water flow and create liability for the township. The board did not reach a majority to authorize moving forward; the maintenance item will require further study or legal review before any physical work proceeds.
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