Curtis Township

The meeting included the addition of a Board of Review meeting to the agenda, the presentation and acceptance of the Treasurer's Report detailing various fund balances, and the approval of bills totaling $14,524.30. An update was provided on the Prosperity Group Grant Project concerning Allband Communications and building split negotiations. The Fire Report noted staffing needs, enrollment in fire training, and issues with a containment container and generator hookup. The Board of Review meeting from December 9, 2025, was briefly discussed, noting the approval of one Poverty Exemption and the need to find replacements for departing board members. Unfinished business involved emailing a contact regarding insurance quotes after the new year. New business focused on an update from Stephenson & Co. regarding significant unpaid taxes (approximately $50,000 to the IRS and $8,000 to the State of Michigan) from 2021-2023, with legal counsel recommending contacting the insurance provider regarding surety bond coverage. Correspondence included an FOIA request for financial information spanning from January 1, 2023, to December 11, 2025. Public comments included thanks for a successful Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony, a suggestion for tracking and splitting dust control costs for the next agenda, a declaration from a Trustee regarding payment, and an inquiry about rebuilding the old township hall property.

The special board meeting convened to discuss applying for the Consumers Energy Prosperity Awards Grant, with the intent to use the funds to purchase the Wolf's Den property. Public discussion revealed divided opinions, with some favoring the purchase for township use (offices, elections, events) and others preferring the funds be used for improvements such as a playground and pavilion. Board discussion clarified past actions regarding the property and confirmed the board's mandate to make decisions. Following debate, a motion to submit a grant for $250,000 for pavilion, restroom, pickleball court, and playground equipment failed. Subsequently, a motion to pursue purchasing the Wolf's Den using the $250,000 grant carried.

The meeting included the swearing-in of the new Curtis Township Clerk, Teresa Perkins, to fulfill the term until November 2026. The board approved a motion to remove a former clerk from Northland Credit Union accounts and add the new clerk. The Treasurer's Report was presented and accepted, subject to further review, and bills totaling $12,135.24 were authorized for payment. Key discussions under the Road Committee included approving road improvement agreements for Pine Street ($18,028.00) and Bissonette Road ($93,000.00). Old Business included updates on Consumers Power streetlights, the search for a new Tax Assessor, progress on the restoration of the "Heart of Glennie" signs, and a revision to the 2025-2026 budget to increase funding for the sign restoration. New Business involved initial discussion regarding the potential purchase of approximately 2+/- acres of undeveloped property for $25,000.00, with a decision deferred until the August meeting.

The meeting included the presentation and acceptance of the Treasurer's Report, which detailed balances across various funds including the General Fund and Road Funds. The Board approved payment of bills totaling $15,641.69. The Zoning Administrator reported on ongoing blight and potential wetland violation complaints, noting that cleanup has commenced on one property and a citation was issued for another. The Road Committee confirmed the replacement of a culvert following beaver activity and mentioned upcoming road stripping in the spring. Unfinished business included scheduling a meeting regarding insurance quotes and following up on the Prosperity Group Grant Project. New concerns raised by citizens addressed blight on Aldrich Road, leading to a directive for the Zoning Officer to issue a ticket and for the Clerk to contact the Sheriff for guidance on handling the protracted issue.

The meeting included the presentation and acceptance of the Treasurer's Report, subject to audit, detailing balances across various funds including the General Fund and Road Funds. The Board approved payments for bills totaling $27,087.37. The Zoning Administrator reported 35 zoning calls from a single individual, issued one ticket to Todd Thomas pending a court date, and planned to mail out 125 letters regarding blight and code violations. The Fire Report noted two lift assists, a smoke alarm malfunction, and one structure fire, with updates on the generator installation. The Road Committee noted a missing stop sign at Brodie and Aldrich. Unfinished business included scheduling an insurance quote meeting and discussing the township's potential purchase of the kitchen/dining room of the Wolf's Den. New business involved an upcoming Alcona Dam meeting. The Board also accepted, signed, and returned the annual Alcona County Parks and Recs snowmobile trail lease.