Summary
The Glen Arbor Township Board held a public budget hearing on 9/9/2026 to review the proposed fiscal year 2028 budget for the Emergency Services Special Assessment District (GLFD). Chief Ferguson presented the draft budget, noting increased costs due to personnel and benefits, including 72 additional hours of leave time required under Michigan's Earned Sick Time Act, and required new radio purchases with a 40%-50% county match. The Emergency Services Advisory Commission (ESAC) recommended the Township Board approve the proposed budget at its September 9th meeting. No public comments were made. The meeting was called to order by Supervisor Laureto at 7:00 PM and adjourned at 7:18 PM.
Public Comments
No public comments were made during either public comment period of the meeting.
Infrastructure Projects
Chief Ferguson noted that new radios are required to be purchased this year, with the County requiring a 40%-50% match. This was discussed as a factor increasing the proposed FY28 budget.
Other Business
Supervisor Laureto commended the Fire Department, stating he regularly receives complimentary public comments about the Department.
Financial Summary
The meeting reviewed the proposed FY2028 budget for the Emergency Services Special Assessment District. Chief Ferguson distributed a draft budget to attendees. The proposed budget reflects an increase over the previous year's budget, primarily attributed to increased personnel and benefit costs, including 72 additional hours of leave time required under Michigan's Earned Sick Time Act, and required new radio purchases requiring a 40%-50% county match. ESAC reviewed the draft budget on two separate occasions and recommended the Township Board approve the proposed budget at the September 9th meeting. No specific dollar figures were stated in the document.
Action Items
- ESAC recommended the Glen Arbor Township Board approve the proposed FY28 GLFD budget at the September 9th meeting.