March 19, 2024 Public Hearing Minutes (March 19, 2024 Public Hearing Minutes)

**Executive Summary**

**Meeting Overview:** Glen Arbor Township held a Public Budget Hearing on March 19, 2024, at 7:01 PM in the Township meeting room, convened by Supervisor Tom Laureto. The primary purpose was to present the proposed fiscal year 2024-2025 budget and the associated property tax millage rate, as well as to gather public comment.

**Attendees and Proceedings:** Present were Supervisor Laureto, Clerk Pam Laureto, Treasurer Don Lewis, and Trustee Bob Hawley. Trustee John DePuy was absent. Chief Ferguson also attended. The meeting commenced with a roll call, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance, and approval of the agenda. No members of the public attended. The board reviewed the proposed budget and discussed various line items.

**Budget Discussion:** The Board thoroughly reviewed the proposed budget, examining each cost center and individual budget line items. Copies of the proposed budget had been made available to the public and were posted on the township’s website in early March. No conflicts of interest were declared by any board members regarding the agenda items.

**Outcome:** There was no public comment during the hearing. Board member comments were also absent. The meeting concluded at 7:29 PM, with the minutes respectfully submitted by Pam Laureto, Township Clerk.