March 18, 2025 Public Budget Hearing DRAFT (March 18, 2025 Public Budget Hearing DRAFT)

**Executive Summary**

This document summarizes the Glen Arbor Township’s Public Budget Hearing held on March 18, 2025. The meeting, convened by Supervisor Tom Laureto, aimed to present the proposed fiscal year 2025-2026 budget, the proposed property tax millage rate, and to gather public feedback. Key attendees included Supervisor Laureto, Clerk Pam Laureto, Treasurer Don Lewis, Trustee Bob Hawley, and the Township’s Chief Ferguson. Two members of the public were also present.

The meeting commenced with the approval of the agenda and a declaration of no conflicts of interest by the board members. Supervisor Laureto then outlined the meeting’s primary objective: to review the budget and proposed millage rate. Copies of the proposed budget were available, and the document was also posted on the township website in early March for public access.

The board proceeded to review the proposed budget, examining it by cost center and discussing specific line items. Despite the opportunity, no public comments were received during the allotted time for public input. Similarly, no comments were offered by any of the board members.

The meeting concluded at 7:27 PM, with the official minutes being recorded by Pam Laureto, the Township Clerk.