Aloha Township

The meeting was held to review the Aloha Township 2026/2027 General Fund, Fire Fund, and Road Fund budgets.

The board received updates from the County Commissioner regarding local initiatives, including safety programs and committee appointments. Action items included approving a 2026 generator service contract and adjusting the 2025/2026 Fire Fund budget. The board addressed several infrastructure matters, including approving a pavement project for Long Lake Road and referring a water drainage issue at Little Canada culvert to the state environmental department. Other discussions involved the Mullett Lake Woods Shore project, a decision not to participate in the Cheboygan County Recreation Plan, and tabling a poverty resolution for further investigation.

The Board approved an addition to the agenda concerning the Board of Review. Key discussion points included updates from the Cheboygan County Commissioner regarding various items such as an approved employee agreement, solar farm suit, and the proposed 2026 budget. The Board approved sending the 2025 Hobson Electric Service Agreement and accepted a bid for chip/fog sealing on Mullett Lake Woods roads, contingent on Benton Township sealing their portion. In Old Business, actions were initiated regarding getting a bid for generator line installation to the fire hall and confirming desk purchases for the fire hall. New Business addressed the Long Lake Special Assessment balance inquiry and confirmed that all Board of Review members obtained their training certifications. Board comments noted the replacement of the Township Hall door handle and that the Pallister Pit gates are closed for winter. Public comment included updates on road funds from the County Road Commission and a statement regarding opposition data on the solar farm.

The board meeting included a review of insurance policies, discussion of earned sick time for the assessor, and updates from the Cheboygan County Commissioner. The board discussed the Blight Ordinance and Municipal Civil Infraction Ordinances, a noxious weed complaint, and updates on Little Canada Rd. They also addressed a recycle area oil spill, land splits, and a Blight Complaint Procedure. The August MTA meeting was announced.

The board meeting included updates from the Cheboygan County Commissioner, a review of the County Ordinance by Attorney Tim MacArthur, and discussions on MTA dues. The board also discussed the flag pole, gravel dump, blight ordinance, and hall sink. The Long Lake Association meeting was scheduled, and liquor inspections and land splits were addressed. Public comments were heard, including updates on the Cheboygan Library and a solar project.