Dan Sika

The meeting commenced with the acceptance of the agenda. Employee recognition was given to a Fire Captain for years of service. Key discussions included the purchase of new fire hose, where funds were reallocated from an existing turnout gear purchase budget to cover the $39,306 cost. The board also discussed creating a request for proposal for a new landscaping vendor for mowing properties cited for code enforcement violations. The Director reported issues with water mains and lines due to extremely cold weather, as well as damages caused by fiberoptic subcontractor work. In new business, the board adopted Resolution #2026-01 to permit eligible groups to delay property tax payments. Election workers' pay rates were increased due to minimum wage changes. Road projects for 2026, previously discussed in a special meeting, were formally approved. The Director also provided an update on a filed cyber liability insurance claim.

The meeting addressed several items, beginning with a request for the Board to consider a policy regarding the Township Assessor's access to private property for assessment duties; the Police Chief will consult the attorney. Key actions included adopting Resolution #2025-18, which objects to the transfer of Saginaw County parcels under P.A. 123 of 1999, and awarding the bid for the sale of three township land parcels to Dane Baase. Personnel matters involved accepting the resignation of Building Inspector Tim Mazur and approving the employment agreement for Dan Sika as the new Part Time Building Inspector. A Special Meeting was scheduled for January 22, 2026, to select 2026 road projects, and the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Budget Preparation and Adoption Timeline was presented. Department reports included updates on fire hose replacement pricing, police media relations and personnel complaint policies, and DPW staff certification and sewer pump station door replacements.

The key discussions during the meeting involved the current RV Ordinance, where the commission decided to maintain the existing ordinance but mandate the use of the Recreational Vehicle Affidavit for all complaints. Further discussion addressed the Master Plan Goals and Objectives, which will be continued in subsequent meetings. The commission also determined that no meeting would be held in December or January due to the holidays and the Zoning Administrator's vacation.

Key discussions included public comments regarding a candidate for the State Senate seat, an update on Saginaw County's partnership with Covenant Healthcare for a new facility and the plan for a regional Medical Examiners Office. The board accepted the agenda, received and filed November correspondence, and approved Accounts Payable totaling $246,983.42. Committee reports noted the fire engine delivery is scheduled for November 2027 and temporary road solutions for Grant Street were arranged with the Saginaw County Road Commission. New business involved accepting a resignation from the Recreation Committee and setting minimum bids and a receiving schedule for sealed bids for three Township-owned properties. The board approved an asbestos survey quote from AKT Peerless, contingent on it being a not-to-exceed amount, or selecting Mid-State Asbestos otherwise. Finally, the board approved the Planning Commission's recommendation for a Recreational Vehicle Affidavit.

The meeting commenced with the Clerk chairing in the absence of the Supervisor and acceptance of the agenda. The public comment session was dominated by residents of Grant Street advocating for its inclusion in the 2026 road projects due to poor road conditions and high traffic volume, citing damage sustained by vehicles. Staff clarified that Grant Street is not prioritized for road work until the associated water main infrastructure is replaced, which is currently ranked tenth on the Township's Water Main Capital Improvement Plan list and dependent on grant funding. Recommendations for the 2026 road projects included Meadowlawn, Hermansau, Cecelia, Benjamin, and Greenfield, based on factors such as recent water main replacements and proximity to completed county work. The Board deferred the final decision on road projects to a subsequent meeting when all members would be present. Staff also committed to preparing a multi-year projection for the Municipal Street Fund.