The board addressed various financial and operational matters, including the review and approval of expenditures for multiple township funds. Key agenda items included updates on road maintenance, specifically for 70th Street, and reports from the Sheriff's department, LTES fire department, and treasurer. The board also discussed the creation of a new Office Administrator position, authorized the purchase of a commercial dehumidifier, and finalized plans for a Navy statue at the memorial park. Additionally, updates were provided on ongoing CDBG grant activities, zoning updates, and various departmental initiatives.
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Lawrence Township Regular Board Meeting And Public Hearing
The board conducted a Truth in Taxation Public Hearing and a regular meeting. Key discussions included approval of township expenditures, a report from the Van Buren County Sheriff's Department regarding call volume and blight complaints, and updates from the County Road Commission regarding road projects. The board also addressed LTES fire department operations, approved the appointment of burial rights, updated cemetery lot certificate forms, and approved a generator maintenance contract. Additionally, the board approved the renewal of the Marijuana Admin contract with the Village of Lawrence, resolved a pay discrepancy for a staff member, approved a new contract with MCI for permitting services, and reviewed progress on housing grants and solar farm construction.
Aug 13, 2026·Board meeting
Joint Township and Village Meeting
The meeting encompassed updates on personnel recruitment, specifically regarding crossing guards, and planning initiatives including upcoming public hearings on short-term rentals and a data center moratorium. Progress on the Park Playground Project was reviewed, alongside the approval of short-term fuel purchasing arrangements. Township reports covered road condition improvements near the solar farm, recent election results for millage initiatives, zoning updates, and fuel tank installations. Additionally, the formation of a Youth Recreation Program and various grant application updates were discussed, including CDBG and Renewable Energy Grant statuses. The committee also touched upon rebuilding the community's external perception and addressed public inquiries regarding park facilities and grant eligibility.
Jun 30, 2026·Board meeting
Lawrence Township Board Special Meeting Minutes
The board convened to address operational and financial requirements, including the hiring of a full-time and part-time sexton, establishing their pay rates and benefits, and authorizing the use of township communication and purchasing tools. Additional actions included the re-adoption of a FEMA floodplain ordinance to correct a product number error, authorization of an audit-driven insurance payment to prevent coverage lapse, and a budget amendment to reflect previously approved fire station equipment installation costs.
