Special Meeting (Minutes)

Elmwood Township

Event Date: 2024-08-28

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**Executive Summary**

**Call to Order and Roll Call:** The Charter Township of Elmwood held a special board meeting on August 28, 2024, at the Township Hall. Supervisor Shaw called the meeting to order at 1:30 p.m. Members present included Jeff Shaw, Connie Preston, Terry Lautner, Dave Darga, Chris Mikowski, and Kyle Trevas. Jordan Gallagher was excused.

**Discussion of Attorney Services:** The primary topic of discussion was the potential retirement of the current attorney, Bryan Graham, within the next year. Graham advised the Township to engage additional legal counsel for any long-term projects. Board members discussed recommendations for interim legal support, with Scott Howard or Jeff Jocks being suggested. There was a consensus to engage one of these individuals for immediate needs and consider them as potential replacements.

**Future Attorney Search:** The Board also expressed interest in conducting a broader search for a long-term attorney, including exploring options in Northern Michigan. The meeting concluded with a brief public comment period, followed by adjournment at 1:55 p.m.

Internal document reference #:2548

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