Summary
The Glen Arbor Township Board met on July 21, 2026, with Supervisor Tom Laureto presiding and all board members present. Highlights included the swearing-in of Chad Dykgraaf as Assistant Fire Chief, a clean/unmodified audit opinion presented by CPA Kim Lindsey of Rehmann Robson LLC, approval of prior minutes and financial reports, a decision on placement of a Naloxone Distribution Box, and discussion of a rejected property purchase offer.
Public Comments
No public comment was offered during the initial comment period. Later in the meeting, during a second public comment period, a resident stated it was "a blessing" that the Martin's had rejected the Township's Buy/Sell agreement and said that creating a sinking fund would be a good use of money. No board response was recorded.
Parks and Recreation Matters
Trustee J. DePuy stated he agreed with an email the Board had received regarding the Township Park, though no further detail or action was recorded.
Infrastructure Projects
Fire Chief Ferguson reported that Station 1 renovations will resume the following week, with an Open House scheduled for July 25 from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. A preconstruction meeting was held for a new ambulance to be housed in Empire.
Other Business
- Chad Dykgraaf was formally sworn in as Assistant Fire Chief by Clerk Laureto after 25 years of service with the department.
- Auditor Kim Lindsey presented the Township's audit, reporting an unmodified ("clean") opinion; Board members asked questions that were answered.
- ESAC reviewed the monthly checklist and payroll and recommended payment of unpaid checks and payroll.
- Fire Chief report: 62 calls in June; Pete Stern marked 30 years of service and Jay Morse 18 years; Mini Pumper construction has begun and Ladder Truck construction will begin soon; the Union Contract is nearly complete; new heart monitors are installed; a new turnout gear washer/dryer and an SCBA washer (the first in the area) have been installed.
- Motion by P. Laureto, supported by B. Hawley, to place the previously approved Naloxone Distribution Box on Lake Street near the public restroom/garden facility; carried unanimously.
- Supervisor Laureto reported that the Martin's did not accept the Township's Buy/Sell agreement for a potential property purchase, per an email from Realtor Bob Ihme. Trustee B. Hawley recommended the Board consider a ballot proposal to create a sinking fund for future maintenance issues.
- Trustee Hawley reported the Planning Commission did not meet in July and read a list of proposed state legislation that would preempt local zoning.
- Board member Hawley noted the passing of former County Commissioner Dave Gill.
- Supervisor Laureto discussed issues raised at a recent County-wide Supervisor's meeting.
Financial Summary
Treasurer's Report as of 6/30/2026 (Cash on Hand by Fund Balance): General Fund $1,045,847.15; Emergency Services Fund $2,503,435.23; GLFD Debt Service Fund $6,452.50; Fisher Lake SAD Fund $73,848.06; Tax Collection Fund $29,344.27.
General Fund bills (June 17–July 21) totaled $33,081.42; June payroll totaled $22,677.29 — approved unanimously (motion B. Hawley, support J. DePuy).
Emergency Services bills (June 10–July 14) totaled $347,872.62; June payroll totaled $116,785.12 — approved unanimously (motion B. Hawley, support J. DePuy).
Action Items
- Naloxone Distribution Box to be installed on Lake Street near the public restroom/garden facility, following board approval.
- Board to consider a possible ballot proposal for a sinking fund to address future property maintenance issues, per Trustee Hawley's recommendation.
- Board and Planning Commission to continue monitoring proposed state legislation that could preempt local zoning authority.