Timothy J Heiden

The council held a public hearing regarding Truth in Taxation and budget appropriations for the upcoming fiscal year. Discussions included a proposal from the local Lions club to remove fees for non-profit use of the recreation field and a presentation on new credit/debit card payment application technology. The council approved the general appropriations and budget for the next fiscal year, the professional services agreement for the Roho & Reynolds project, new flooring for the community center, and the purchase of a new John Deere tractor. Additionally, reports were provided on police incidents and zoning violations.

The council conducted public hearings regarding a Tier 1 environmental review for a home rehabilitation grant and a CDBG infrastructure grant. A resolution was passed authorizing the supervisor to sign documents related to CDBG grant funding. The council approved cash disbursements, reviewed an incident report noting a delay in the new patrol car, received updates on zoning violations, and heard a supervisor's report.

The meeting was held to conduct a public hearing regarding the Tier 1 environmental home rehab grant. The discussion focused on the necessity of hiring a firm to perform an environmental study to assess potential impacts on endangered species, which is a required component of the home and rental rehabilitation grant program.

The public hearing focused on the resubmission of an application for CDBG infrastructure grant funding. Discussions included the necessity of additional environmental testing to meet MSHDA requirements, the request for $600,000 in project funding along with $108,000 for administrative fees to cover staff wages, and the requirement for a new authorizing resolution to facilitate the application process.

The meeting commenced with the Pledge to the US Flag. Key discussions included the presentation of a report by the Sanilac County Commissioner and the incident report from the Police Chief. The Council approved the 2026 meeting schedule, setting future meetings for the third Wednesday of each month at 6:30 PM. Supervisor Heiden reported on zoning violations and provided the supervisor's report. There were no permits issued during this period.