Anthony M. Bartolotta

The Township Board discussed updates on the Community Center project, including budget allocations and construction timelines. Recognition was given to cemetery board members for their contributions to historical research and cemetery databases. The Board addressed the Medical Marihuana Facility License procedures, specifically rescheduling the application acceptance period and amending the daily acceptance hours. Additionally, the Board approved the purchase of a replacement fully marked police vehicle following an insurance settlement and supported a resolution requesting funding for a new fire station.

The board meeting records covered a wide range of administrative and operational items. Key discussion topics included updates on the Community Center Project, the acceptance of new appointments to various advisory committees and the Planning Commission, and the review of banner permits. Financial matters addressed were the approval of bill payments, adoption of budget adjustments for water and sewer projects, and the purchase of a portable sewer camera. Additionally, the board considered resolutions regarding the Medical Marihuana Facility License procedures, the P25 Simulcast System Interlocal Agreement, and the adoption of Principles of Governance. There was also a significant discussion concerning public concerns regarding the expansion of marihuana facility licenses, property values, and potential impacts on the community.

The board meeting addressed a variety of administrative and operational matters. Key agenda items included the approval of various permits, such as banners and parades, and committee appointments including the Planning Commission and DPNC Advisory Committee. The board also focused on medical marihuana facility licensing procedures and application timelines, the replacement of a damaged police patrol vehicle, support for a fire station grant, and the establishment of a Senior Advisory Committee. Additionally, the board handled contract maintenance, local economic development loan programs, and a public hearing regarding the Community Development Block Grant program. The meeting concluded with the formal acceptance of the resignation of the Township Clerk.

The agenda includes community announcements regarding Boater Safety Classes, a NoHaz collection event, and the 8th Annual Library 5K Run/Walk. The Board will receive a presentation on foreclosure prevention from the Oakland County Treasurer. Items for consideration include personnel reappointments to the Community Greenways and Hess-Hathaway Advisory Committees, receipt of Clerk and Library reports, and authorization of bill payments. New business topics feature the introduction of a zoning ordinance to establish a moratorium on data centers, approval of sewer lining work proposals, the annual service renewal for Neptune 360, upgrades to Library HVAC equipment and controls, and the release of funds for the purchase of a Lucas CPR device.

The committee discussed updates on Parks and Recreation programming, including the community center development, facility security, and upcoming seasonal events. The animal report detailed the health status of horses and plans for new animal arrivals. The committee also covered the 2026 DIA Partners in Public Arts Program, planning for the Sheep Shearing and Pancake Breakfast, and ongoing park maintenance and facility upgrades. New event initiatives, such as guided horse hikes and an equine evening for children, were reviewed, along with a report on a grant awarded for sidewalk installations and school literacy curriculum success.