8/1/2025 - Glenn Arbor Township | Minutes Draft Review

Summary

The regular board meeting for Glen Arbor Township was held on August 19, 2025. Key outcomes included the approval of various financial reports, the endorsement of budget amendments for emergency services, and decisions regarding infrastructure repair and equipment donation. The board unanimously agreed to several motions and discussed ongoing public safety concerns.

Public Comments

There were no public comments made during the meeting.

Infrastructure Projects

A significant infrastructure matter discussed was a needed spot repair on Lake Street due to a tree removal that left a dirt area in the paved right-of-way. The Leelanau County Road Commission will handle the dirt work at no cost, while the Township will pay $1,500 for asphalt work. The motion to approve this repair was unanimously carried.

Other Business

No unfinished business was reported. Under new business, Chief Ferguson proposed the donation of old rescue tools to a smaller fire department. This motion passed unanimously. The Chief also introduced necessary budget amendments for the Capital Vehicle account per auditor recommendations, which were approved. Furthermore, the board adopted a resolution to purchase an Ascendant Aerial Ladder Truck using the Emergency Services Fund Balance. A public budget hearing was scheduled for September 10, 2025.

Financial Summary

The Treasurer’s report outlined a total cash balance of $6,783,754.10 across various funds including: - General Fund: $934,104.25 - Emergency Services Fund: $3,195,440.79 - Tax Collection Fund: $2,068,470.21 Payments approved included: - General Fund bills totaling $34,340.59 and July payroll of $21,642.67. - Emergency Services bills totaling $84,206.85 with draft payroll of $115,400.44. The board approved the budget amendments and the ladder truck purchase, reflecting allocations from the Emergency Services Fund.

Action Items

- Board to follow up on the donation of old rescue tools to a small fire department. - Public budget hearing scheduled for September 10, 2025, at the fire station. - Approval of Lake Street repair to be executed with financial responsibility assigned to the township for asphalt work.