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Use CautionPlease do not use your bright headlight at the time of dusk. When someone is walking and has a reflective piece of clothing, it is hard for them to see the on coming traffic. The new vehicles have automatic dimmer to bright - so please just be aware of others since coming towards you.
GRANT TOWNSHIPREGULAR MEETINGSeptember 14th, 2026Meeting was called to order by Supervisor Todd Torrey at 6:00 p.m.Pledge of Allegiance was said by all in attendance.ROLL CALL: Present - Jennett, Torrey, Bettis, Freeman, EmryAGENDA: Motion by Torrey, seconded by Emry, to approve the agenda as presented. All ayes.MINUTES: Motion by Emry, seconded by Jennett, to approve the August 3, 2026 regular meeting minutes as presented. All ayes.TREASURER'S REPORT: Motion by Jennett, seconded by Torrey, to acknowledge the Treasurer's Report. All ayes.BILLS PAYABLE: Motion by Emry, seconded by Freeman, to approve all bills due and payable. All ayes.FIRE REPORT: Motion by Emry, seconded by Bettis, to acknowledge and file the Fire Report. All ayes.Motion by Torrey, seconded by Emry, to approve James [surname to be confirmed]. [Purpose of approval to be confirmed.] All ayes.PLANNING COMMISSION REPORT: Freeman presented a verbal report and welcomed the new Planning Commission member, George Botos. Motion by Freeman, seconded by Jennett, to acknowledge and file the Planning Commission Report. All ayes.ZONING ADMINISTRATOR REPORT: Motion by Bettis, seconded by Jennett, to acknowledge and file the Zoning Administrator Report. All ayes.BLIGHT ORDINANCE REPORT: Motion by Emry, seconded by Bettis, to acknowledge and file the Blight Ordinance Report. All ayes.CORRESPONDENCE: None.PUBLIC COMMENT:Public comment opened at 6:16 p.m.1. Carole Bleau, Secretary of the Sand Lake Community Association, announced a Night at the Races event for Saturday.2. Bill McKenzie discussed litter found along the roadside, including a leaf bag, a McDonald’s cup, and children’s toys. He stated that he no longer picks up cigarette packs. The Board thanked him for all the work he does picking up litter along the roads.UNFINISHED BUSINESS:1. Road Special Assessments: Motion by Torrey, seconded by Jennett, to renew all road special assessments in perpetuity. All yeas.2. Road Special Assessment Administration Charge: Motion by Jennett, seconded by Emry, to table the charge for administering road special assessments. Jennett will contact the Michigan Townships Association regarding the average percentage charged. All yeas.NEW BUSINESS:1. Board Job Descriptions: Board members were asked to review the job descriptions.2. Master Plan: Motion by Torrey, seconded by Jennett, to approve the draft copy of the new Master Plan. All ayes.PUBLIC COMMENT:Public comment opened at 6:27 p.m.1. Susan Duncan discussed emergency plans and management. She announced a “Sundae on Sunday” event on September 20, 2026, to discuss the emergency plan with county representative Chris Martin.2. Laurie Muldoon requested a copy of the law concerning roads.ADJOURNMENT: Motion by Torrey, seconded by Emry, to adjourn the meeting at 6:30 p.m. All ayes.
Special NoticeMeeting times for November have changedStarting time, 6:00 PMFromMonday November 2, 2026ToMonday November 9, 2026
ZONING PERMIT REPORTSEPTEMBER 2026Report submitted by M. SerwaThe following are the Permits that were issued for the Month of SeptemberPermits Issued Last Name AddressBarn Bates 1643 Little AveBarn Addition Hoppe 3629 Saginaw StreetHouse St. Peters 124 N. ImperialCarport Hayes, L 504 W. GreenwoodShed Goraj 1579 Little AvePole Barn Cabble 975 N. GreenwoodRetaining Wall Revord 3873 SaginawDetached Garage Birnbaum 84 N. Imperial
GRANT TOWNSHIP ZONING PERMIT REPORTAUGUST 2026Report submitted by M. SerwaThe following are the Permits that were issued for the Month of AugustPermits Issued Last Name Address Fence Zavalaga 5320 Old State RoadReplacement Deck Focco/Krump 1664 BakerFence Walker / Wise 1123 N. Sand Lake RoadHouse Klenow 1345 Ash StBarn Clevenger 5012 Berry TrailFence Bolen 1434 Lake