Arts, Culture & Heritage Committee

The Arts, Culture & Heritage Committee was established by Council in 2008. They advise the Village Council on the development of arts, culture and heritage, promote and publicize projects, serve as advocates, and encourage public awareness, networking and collaboration.

The Arts, Culture & Heritage Committee meets the first Tuesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. at the Senior Center. Please check the Reference Desk for meeting agendas and minutes.

Membership & Term Expiration

Chair: Audrey Becker - 06/2011
Lynn Babcock - 06/2012
Courtney Fitzpatrick - 06/2012
Matt McCormack - 06/2011
Louis Nagel - 06/2011
Pam O'Hara - 06/2012
Tom Rosenbaum - 06/2011
Victoria Schon - 06/2013
Michael Vickers - 06/2013
Paul Cousins - Ex Officio


Dexter Area Fire Department
The Village appoints two members to the Dexter Area Fire Department. The Department is a collaboration between Dexter Township, Webster Township and the Village of Dexter.
Village Representatives

Jim Seta
Ray Tell


Downtown Development Authority

The Downtown Development Authority (DDA) is responsible for economic development and related projects within the designated downtown district. The DDA is authorized by statute and the Village Council to capture property taxes within its district for use on these projects. Appointed by Council, they elect their own chair, vice-chair, secretary, and treasurer. The Village President also serves on the DDA, and he is assisted by the Assistant Village Manager.

The DDA meets the third Thursday of each month at 7:30 a.m. at the Senior Center. Please check the Reference Desk for meeting agendas and minutes.

Membership & Term Expiration

Chair: Steve Brouwer - 2013
Treasurer: Tom Covert - 2012
Secretary: Carol Jones - 2014
Rich Bellas - 2012
Dick Lundy - 2015
Fred Model - 2014
Joe Nowak - 2012
Dan O'Haver - 2015
Fred Schmid - 2013
Randy Willis - 2014
Shawn Keough - Ex-Officio


Economic Development Corporation
The Economic Development Corporation is organized under state law to assist the Village to attract and retain businesses in order to strengthen and revitalize the local economy. They meet on an as needed basis. Please see the Reference Desk for meeting agendas and minutes.
Membership & Term Expiration

President: Jim Carson - 12/2016
Treasurer: Tom Covert - 12/2016
Secretary: Donna Dettling - 12/2011
Shawn Keough - 12/2012
Matt LaFontaine - 12/2016
Mary Marshall - 12/2015
Dan O'Haver - 12/2016
Fred Schmid - 12/2013
Rob Toth
- 12/2014


Farmers Market/Community Garden Oversight Committee

The Farmers Market/Community Garden Oversight Committee is responsible for the oversight and coordination of Farmers Market and Community garden activities. They meet as needed at the Village Offices.

Membership

Carol Jones
Andrew Kudwa
Mary Ellen Miller
Mark Olexa
Mary Ann Simpkins
Molly Smith
Ray Tell - Ex Officio


Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks & Recreation Commission oversees the planning and development of the Village's parks. They are appointed by the Village Council as an advisory board.

The Parks & Recreation Commission's regular meetings are held the third Tuesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. at the Village Offices. Please check the Reference Desk for meeting agendas and minutes.

Membership & Term Expiration

Chair: Randy Herman - 06/2013
Toni Henkemeyer - 06/2012
Brian Brassow - 06/2013
Steve Berlage - 06/2012
Mike Cavanaugh - 06/2011
John Coy - 06/2011
Joe Semifero - Ex Officio


Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is responsible for advising the Village Council with regard to the proper development of the Village of Dexter. They are also responsible for the Capital Improvement Plan. The Planning Commission has nine members appointed by the Village Council upon the recommendation of the Village President.

The Planning Commission's regular meetings are held the first Monday of each month at 7:30 p.m. at the Senior Center. Please check the Reference Desk for meeting agendas and minutes.

Membership & Term Expiration

Chair: Matt Kowalski - 06/2012
Kim Clugston - 06/2012
Scott Bell - 06/2013
Mary Kimmel - 06/2012
Matt McCormack - 06/2013
Thomas Phillips - 06/2013
Molly Wade - 06/2011
Derk Wilcox - 06/2011
Jim Carson - Ex Officio


Tree Board

The Tree Board works with the Community Development Manager to make recommendations regarding the Village's tree programs.

The Tree Board meets at the Village Office on the third Tuesday of each month, on an as needed basis, with varying starting times. Please check the Reference Desk for meeting agendas and minutes.

Membership & Term Expiration

Chair: Cindy Henes - 06/2012
John Coy - 06/2012
Jeff Peters - 06/2012
Sandy Hansen
- 06/2013
Allison Bishop - Staff


Zoning Board of Appeals
The Zoning Board of Appeals hears appeals from the Zoning Ordinance. Their appointments are recommended by the Village President and approved by the Council, and they have five members and two alternates.

The Zoning Board of Appeals meets as needed. Please check the Reference Desk for meeting agendas and minutes.
Membership & Term Expiration

Chair: Eric Bombery - 06/2011
Sandra Hansen - 06/2011
Jon Rush - 06/2012
Ray Tell (Council) - 11/2014
Mary Kimmel (Planning Commission) - 06/2012
Jim Lester (Alternate) - 06/2011
Bob Stacey (Alternate) - 06/2012

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