Victor Township

The special meeting focused on budget discussions for 2026-2027 and other unfinished business. Key actions included approving a bid from J J Tree Service for tree removal at Stilson Cemetery. The Board approved increasing the contribution to the Tri-County Office Agency on Aging (Meals on Wheels) and increasing the compensation for Planning Commission meetings. Furthermore, $10,000.00 was set aside for the 2026-2030 Township Master Plan review, and the contribution to the Laingsburg Public Library was increased. The Board also reviewed and made changes to the proposed Supervisor's budget figures.

The regular board meeting included public comments from representatives of the Briggs District Library and Clinton Transit (Blue Bus), as well as a resident speaking about the St. Johns Bond proposal. The agenda was approved with additions for SHPO and ARPA. The Treasurer's report was accepted, and the disbursement of March 2024 bills and payroll was authorized. A County Commissioner reported on the County Solar Ordinance passage and updates on Clinton County Fair Grounds projects. Discussions covered ongoing contract negotiation with LSW regarding fire protection services, completion of the Dennison School house door project, and ongoing cemetery mapping. Unfinished business involved broadband funding opportunities. Significant discussion occurred regarding ambulance service funding, resulting in authorization to spend up to $3,000.00 for KCI to prepare notices for an Emergency Services Workshop scheduled for June 4, 2024. New business involved approving service contracts for Assessor, Website, and Mowing/Plowing, Custodial, and Sexton services for three-year periods. The Township is also addressing SHPO grant forms and the ARPA reporting deadline.

The regular board meeting included approval of the agenda, which added budget amendments, and acceptance of the previous month's minutes. The Treasurer's report was accepted, followed by the disbursement of November 2025 bills and payroll expenses. A report from the Clinton County Commissioner noted that Clinton County received a $150,000 DNR Recreation Passport Grant for Phase 1 trail development at Clinton Trails County Park. The board is seeking more time to complete the repair of the cold storage building in Reed Cemetery. Updates were provided by representatives from the Laingsburg Public Library and Briggs District Library. The LSW Fire/EMS report indicated Victor Township will save $120,000 annually on fire and ambulance services by paying the same rate as Woodhull Township. Tree branch removal is scheduled for January in Stilson, weather permitting. Key actions included the adoption of Resolution 2025-12-01 regarding Township Fund Investment (Michigan CLASS) and Resolution 2025-12-02 adopting guidelines for Poverty Exemptions. Trustee Pesch was assigned to work with the Planning Commission on ordinance codification review, and the planning commission was directed to draft a kennel and/or barking dog ordinance. The board approved the 2026 Holiday Schedule and the 2026 Board meeting dates, along with submitted budget amendments.

Key discussions during the meeting included public comment regarding the adoption of a barking dog ordinance, which the Planning Commission recommended against adopting, although discussion continued on kennel definitions. The board approved the January 2026 agenda with amendments, accepted the Treasurer's report, and disbursed December 2025 bills and payroll. Regarding unfinished business, the board accepted the bid recommendation for the C2ae Park Project and approved an amendment to the C2AE contract for Victor Township Hall renovation services. Hall rentals were reopened for a specified period. In new business, the board voted to void a check and not pay a bill submitted by Clinton County regarding a legal appeal. The board also approved extending office administrative hours on Wednesdays and authorized the Clerk to seek price comparisons for new laptops and printers for Electronic Poll Books. A budget amendment for insurance was also approved.

The Victor Township board meeting included updates from the Clinton County Commissioner and the Laingsburg Public Library. The Planning Commission completed the Blood Cemetery Memorial Garden Project. Remodeling updates to Township facilities were discussed. The board also discussed an Emergency Services Showcase and a millage proposal for Ambulance Services. Budget amendments were approved, and the purchase of a memorial garden bench was discussed. The board also discussed creating a noise ordinance for the Township.