The Elmwood Charter Township Board convened its regular meeting on January 13, 2025, with Supervisor Shaw presiding. Key decisions included the adoption of the 2025 Poverty Exemption Resolution and the Capital Improvement Plan for 2025-2031. Significant actions taken by the Board involved the Fire Department’s request to purchase a new ATV and a skid unit, both of which were approved.
Key highlights of Elmwood Township’s December 2024 Planning and Zoning activities show a rise in residential construction permits. The Zoning Board approved a height variance, and a special Planning Commission meeting focused on a proposed Freshwater Research Center. Updates include short-term rental licensing, park development, and a 2026-2029 TIP Development Project List recommendation.
The board held a public hearing and adopted the 2025 budget. Additionally, an ordinance was adopted regarding aligning and reforming alcohol regulations within Elmwood Township. Various appointments were made to key committees, and the board authorized adding a full-time firefighter/EMT to the Fire Department, also appointing the Township Supervisor to the County Board of Public Works.
The Elmwood Charter Township Board held a Special Board Meeting on November 21, 2024, focusing on the 2025 budget. Preliminary figures indicated increases in state shared revenue and salary adjustments, including a 3% wage increase for staff. Discussions also covered staffing needs in the Fire Fund and provisions for a new ambulance using ARPA funds.
The Regular Board Meeting for the Charter Township of Elmwood was held on November 12, 2024, at the Township Hall. Key participants included members of the Board such as Trustee Lautner, Darga, Trevas, and others, with a conflict of interest declared by Supervisor Shaw regarding Item 10e, leading to his recusal. The meeting commenced at 6:00 p.m.
The Charter Township of Elmwood held a special board meeting on October 16, 2024, to discuss the Phase III Marina Improvement Project. Harbormaster Dan Jenuwine presented a report on proposed change orders, reducing the budget request to $158,424.71. The meeting concluded at 5:18 p.m. with no additional public comments.
The Charter Township of Elmwood held its regular board meeting on October 8, 2024, with Supervisor Shaw presiding. A significant portion of the meeting focused on a FOIA appeal hearing concerning a denied request for an Attorney-Client Privilege memo. The board partially upheld the denial but authorized a redacted version’s release, maintaining legal compliance.
The Charter Township of Elmwood held its regular board meeting on September 9, 2024. Supervisor Shaw led the Pledge of Allegiance. The consent calendar, including department reports and post-audit invoices, was unanimously approved. Key items addressed included a proposed amendment to Elmwood Drain #1 and the approval of the 2024 Tax Rate Request L-4029.
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.
The meeting focused on marina operations presented by Harbormaster Dan Jenuwine, who laid out several proposals concerning seasonal rates, transient rates, and various operational changes. Notable motions included the adoption of the 2025 season rates with a 3% surcharge for credit card transactions, and approved pricing changes for the fish cleaning station.
