Alcona Township

The primary discussion topic for this special board meeting involved making adjustments to the proposed 2026-2027 budget. A motion was passed to accept these budget adjustments for consideration at the subsequent Budget Hearing scheduled for March 10, 2026.

The meeting commenced with the Pledge of Allegiance. Discussions included updates from the County Commissioner regarding inmate transfers to the Alpena County Jail and an invitation from NEMCOG to participate in a Coastal Leadership Academy workshop. The board approved the LLWC Fire Works permit. A significant portion of the session was dedicated to working on the 2026-2027 budget, culminating in the approval of the final draft budget for public viewing. During a subsequent closed session, the board discussed litigation strategy with the attorney and decided to proceed with property acquisition as discussed.

Key discussions during the meeting included accepting the treasurer's report and paying presented bills. The Board adopted Resolution for Poverty Guidelines #26-001. The resignation of the Deputy Treasurer was accepted, and the Board acknowledged the need to recruit residents for the Board of Review, including an alternate. It was noted that the pavilion project costs increased due to the necessity of installing a lift septic system. The focus for the next meeting will be finalizing the budget for 2026-2027.

The meeting commenced with a closed session. Upon resuming the public meeting, the Board passed a motion to present an Agreement for Grant of Easement to the court concerning public access to Larson Beach Park to resolve an ongoing issue.

The meeting included reports from the Zoning Administrator, Nuisance Enforcer, and Fire Chief. The board discussed signing the Annual GIS Data & Cost Sharing Agreement with Alcona County. Quotes are being obtained for hooking up the generator for the hall and fire department. A purchase agreement has been offered on a property the Township is interested in obtaining.