Supervisor Lesinski called the public hearing to order on May 12, 2026 at 6:31 p.m. Board members present were Loveland, Rentfrow, Harris, and Lesinski. Bednarski-Lynch, Bray, and Wyant were absent. Fire Chief Jones and approximately 15 members of the public attended.

The public hearing addressed a special assessment roll for aquatic weed control. Residents offered mixed comments: some supported the assessment while suggesting future township-wide funding or DNR assistance, others worried about cost increases (though the assessment will actually decrease), and several asked whether all dock users would contribute. One person recalled that weed control efforts had lapsed during previous attempts at township-wide funding. The board clarified that personal and commercial properties are assessed at the same rate, and that four entities have agreed to contribute funding alongside remaining allocated funds. The hearing adjourned at 6:46 p.m.

At the regular meeting, the board approved a motion to renew the Grass Lake Aquatic Weed Control Special Assessment District, with a second public hearing scheduled for June 9, 2026 at 6:30 p.m. Both votes passed 4–0. The board also approved paying General Fund bills of $98,538.93 and Fire Fund bills of $26,571.97 (4–0).

In other business, the board addressed the fire millage: language has been submitted to renew it for six years and increase it back to 1.64 mills. The board also discussed a potential public safety millage of roughly 0.60 to 0.66 mills for the November ballot, prompted by significant increases in Jackson County Sheriff contract costs and uncertainty about whether the Village will renew its share of the contract. On short-term rentals, the board noted rising resident concerns, particularly near the lake, and said additional research is needed before decisions. The township also must achieve ADA compliance for its website and social media by April 2028. The State of Michigan is offering a fully funded grant for sidewalk installation; Grass Lake Community Schools and the Village of Grass Lake have applied jointly.

A pre-bid meeting for a building project drew eight contractors; bids are due in one month and will be opened at the June meeting. Fire Chief Jones reported that three cadets have completed fire school and will begin EMS classes.

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