7/1/2026 - Glenn Arbor Township | Meeting Minutes Draft

Summary

The Glen Arbor Township regular board meeting on July 21, 2026, included the swearing-in of Assistant Fire Chief Chad Dykgraaf, an audit review that resulted in a clean opinion for the township's finances, and the approval of various financial reports and payments. The board discussed the placement of a Naloxone Distribution Box and the unsuccessful property purchase from the Martin’s. The meeting concluded with board member comments and public remarks.

Public Comments

There were no public comments made during the designated time; however, a member of the public later expressed his approval regarding the Martin’s decision to reject the Buy/Sell agreement and supported the idea of establishing a sinking fund.

Infrastructure Projects

The board revisited the placement of a Naloxone Distribution Box, which was initially agreed upon over a year ago but never delivered. The board unanimously approved a motion to place the box on Lake Street near the public restroom/garden facility.

Other Business

The meeting included an audit review presented by Kim Lindsey CPA, who confirmed an unmodified audit opinion for the township's financial statements. The reports and payments related to the General and Emergency Services Funds were unanimously approved. The Fire Chief provided an operational report highlighting 62 calls in June and noted that renovations for Station 1 would resume. The Planning Commission did not meet in July, and no new business was introduced.

Financial Summary

- General Fund balance: $1,045,847.15 - Fisher Lake SAD Fund: $73,848.06 - Emergency Services Fund: $2,503,435.23 - Tax Collection Fund: $29,344.27 - GLFD Debt Service Fund: $6,452.50 - General Fund bills totaled $33,081.42, and payroll was $22,677.29. - Emergency Services bills totaled $347,872.62, with payroll being $116,785.12. All financial motions regarding payments were carried unanimously.

Action Items

- The placement of the Naloxone Distribution Box is to be carried out as approved. - A potential ballot proposal for a sinking fund for future maintenance issues will be considered. - Continued follow-up on the completed township audit and any forthcoming actions based on its results.