10/1/2025 - Glenn Arbor Township | Minutes Draft

Summary

The Glen Arbor Township regular board meeting held on October 21, 2025, included discussions on various operational and financial matters. Key decisions included the approval of several financial reports, addressing ongoing water issues at the Township Hall, and consideration of new projects, including the proposed Tree City, USA membership and the disposal of outdated rescue tools. The meeting concluded with updates from board members and public comments.

Public comments

There were no public comments during the open session. However, a member of the public expressed opposition to the Tree City, USA initiative, arguing against the need for additional ordinances. Another member representing the Glen Lake Chamber of Commerce (GLCC) indicated interest in pursuing Arbor Day events.

Infrastructure projects

- Water issues at the Township Hall were discussed. The previous year's work to divert rainwater had resolved problems on the east side but not on the west side, where water still breached the sill and infiltrated the carpet during heavy rains. The township treasurer volunteered to address the issue with the neighboring property owner.

Other Business

- The Board reviewed the newly proposed zoning ordinance changes. A motion was made and carried unanimously to adopt Zoning Ordinance 5.1. - An appointment was made for Kathy Fordyce to the Emergency Services Advisory Commission, effective January 1, 2026, for the term ending December 31, 2028.

Financial Summary

- The Treasurer’s Report as of September 30, 2025, detailed cash on hand by fund balance totaling approximately $5,339,700 across various funds. - General Fund bills from September 17, 2025, to October 21, 2025, were approved, totaling $23,845.08, along with payroll totaling $21,157.45. - Emergency Services bills totaling $1,747,392.20 were approved, which included payments for new equipment and payroll totaling $125,064.94. - Supervisor Laureto reported a decrease of over $2,000 in State Shared Revenue for FY26.

Action Items

- Follow-up on the water issue at the Township Hall concerning the neighbor's property to mitigate water intrusion. - Glenn Lake Chamber of Commerce encouraged to pursue plans for an Arbor Day event while the board determined not to engage with the Tree City, USA initiative due to resource constraints.