8/1/2026 - Glenn Arbor Township | Minutes Draft

Summary

The Glen Arbor Township Regular Board Meeting held on August 18, 2026, addressed various administrative and financial matters. Key decisions included the approval of bills and payroll, a significant refund for the Empire/Glen Arbor reconciliation, and an increase in the contribution for the Glen Lake Garden Club. Public comment did not raise any issues, and the meeting concluded with updates on capital improvements and the ongoing work of the Planning Commission.

Public comments

There were no public comments during the meeting, but one member of the public later cautioned against allowing lot splits to platted lots, emphasizing the need for tight controls.

Infrastructure projects

Supervisor Laureto reported on efforts to secure a gas generator for pumping stations on Pine Street, as Glen Arbor has experienced flooding during heavy rains. The township is now on the list to receive the gas generator.

Other Business

- The agenda was amended and unanimously adopted. - The minutes from the previous meeting on July 21, 2026, were approved. - Reports from the Emergency Services Advisory Commission and monthly reports from the zoning and assessor’s offices were submitted.

Financial Summary

- Treasurer’s Report as of July 31, 2026, listed the following cash balances: - General Fund: $1,240,851.15 - Fisher Lake SAD Fund: $73,856.21 - Emergency Services Fund: $2,154,413.59 - Tax Collection Fund: $3,433,950.62 - GLFD Debt Service Fund: $6,453.21 - General Fund bills totaled $23,836.76, and payroll was $22,069.18; both were approved unanimously. - Emergency Services bills amounted to $70,766.02, with payroll of $139,474.64; these were also approved. - A refund of $53,417.74 to Empire was approved unanimously.

Action Items

- Supervisor Laureto will ensure the proposed amendment to Township Ordinance 1-1998 is reviewed by the township attorney and included in the next meeting’s agenda. - Capital improvement suggestions for FY 27 through FY 30 are to be gathered from Board members. - Clerk Laureto will increase the Township’s contribution to the Glen Lake Garden Club from $300.00 to $400.00.