The meeting was called to order at 6:30 P.M. by Chairman Taber

Present: Matthews, Casey, Houthoofd, Sarki, Taber.
No members of the public in attendance

Approval of Agenda: Motion by Sarki supported by Casey to approve the Agenda. Ayes Unanimous. Motion carried.

Approval of Minutes: Motion by Sarki supported by Houthoofd to Approve the minutes of the July 9, 2009 meeting. Ayes unanimous. Motion carried.

Correspondence:
Reno Township: Township Master Plan
Burleigh Township: application for Farmland Preservation Program

The members had a general discussion of the correspondence received. Mr. Matthews stated that the States Farmland Preservation Program was beneficial since farming is also essential to Iosco Counties economy. It was stated by Mr. Casey that an acknowledgment letter from the Chairman for such submittals would be appropriate.

New Business:

Report of County Commissioner Representative
Mr. Matthews reported on the County tax levy for Transit, the Medical Care Facility, County Operating, and Ambulance service. It was also reported that State Revenue Sharing expires in 2011. The Wurtsmith Airport Authority is in the process of updating its Master Plan. This is essential to its economic viability.

Report on Parks and Recreation
The M-65 bridge/snowmobile project is as near to becoming reality as can be expected. There were numerous hurdles to this process and should become reality for next years winter recreation season. Our thanks to Mr. Matthews and all others involved for seeing this through.

Old Business:
The changes to the by-laws were discussed. Chairman Taber pointed out the areas corrected which bring them up to current requirements under State Law. It was felt that the language setting the number of members on the board should also be clarified, and amended, to reflect that the membership numbers are set by the County Commissioners.

Comments from Planning Commission Members:
No additional comments

Motion by Matthews supported by Casey, to approve Per Diems and Mileage for those in attendance. Roll call vote was unanimous, motion carried.

Motion by Houthoofd, supported by Casey, to adjourn the meeting at 8:00 P.M. Ayes unanimous. Motion carried.

Andrew Taber
Chairman/Secretary

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