Leroy Township

Leroy Township Board Meeting

Tuesday, August 11, 2026 – 6:00 p.m.

Township Hall – 1685 N. M-52, Webberville, MI.

The meeting was called to order at 6:00 p.m. by Supervisor, Earl L. Griffes.

Board members present: Earl L. Griffes, Gina L. Whitehead, Heidi Ream, R. Scott Diederich and Loretta K. Benjamin.

Also present: Dennis Dyko and Steve Moreno.

July 7, 2026, meeting minutes were presented to the Board. Motioned by Ream and Seconded by Benjamin to accept minutes as presented. Board voice vote: 5-Ayes 0-Nays

No public comment.

Old Business was about the AFLAC concern and was brought to the Board, by Griffes. The claim was denied and coverage has been canceled.

Maner Costerisan 2026 Audit drafts were presented to the Board. Final documents from the Township’s auditors will be presented and adopted at the next board meeting.

NIESA meeting minutes from July 9, 2026, was brought to the Board by Diederich. The Audit report was provided by Alyssa Horner of Gabridge & Company and was approved by the Board. President Takovich reported with a union update and has been working on contract. A resolution was made to honor Dorothy Hart for her decades of service to the surrounding communities. NIESA’s building signs for stations 61 & 62 are being quoted for updates. Sad news of Franz Wilbrink’s passing and scrambling to fill the open position. Griffes commented that Bruce Miller would be a good fit with his experience. There was a special finance meeting held on July 22, 2026, for a mileage that will need to be voted on by the residents at a future election.

Payment of bills was presented to the Board. Motioned by Benjamin and seconded by Ream to pay the bills as presented. Roll call vote: Griffes-Yes, Ream-Yes, Diederich-Yes, Benjamin-Yes, Whitehead-Yes. Motion passed.

No correspondence.

Griffes declared the meeting adjourned at 6:20 pm.

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Gina L. Whitehead, Leroy Township Clerk

Leroy Township Board Meeting

Tuesday, July 7, 2026 – 6:00 p.m.

Township Hall – 1685 N. M-52, Webberville, MI.

The meeting was called to order at 6:00 p.m. by Supervisor, Earl L. Griffes

Board members present: Earl L. Griffes, Gina L. Whitehead, Heidi Ream and R. Scott Diederich. Absent: Loretta K. Benjamin.

Also present: Jenny Marr (CADL), Amanda Robey (CADL), Miriam Mattison (CADL), Dennis Dyko, Tim O’Brian, Breina Pugh (ITC), Ben Tirrell (ITC), Lindsey & James Utz, Lana Stanfield and Steve Moreno.

June 2, 2026, meeting minutes were presented to the Board. Motioned by Diederich and Seconded by Ream to accept minutes as presented. Board voice vote: 4-Ayes 0-Nays

Public comment by Steve Moreno mentioning how great Culver Hill looks with the road repairs that have been done recently.

Old Business was about West Properties. The plans for the West Properties do not meet the needs of the Township and the Board opted out of future meetings with the Village of Webberville to extend the Village boundaries for the development.

ITC Holdings were present to discuss the latest update on the transmission lines route options that may or may not go through the Township. There are only 3 route options that would go through the Township. There are 7 route options as of now, then it will be down to 3 or 4 route options and will not be fully approved until 2028. More open houses for the project are set for January and February 2027. The Township website is up to date with an interactive map for the public to use.

CADL Annual report was given by Jennie Marr (CADL). There is a millage renewal that will be on the Primary ballot for the August election. The renewal is for a four-year operating millage that could give the Capital Area District Library the ability to maintain its operations and planned level of services. Amanda Robey, the head librarian, stated that the Webberville District Library had a busy 2025. They welcomed 11, 816 people through their doors and had many activities that will continue for years to come. They wanted to thank the community partners for their continued partnership that helped bring the library beyond its walls.

Public Safety Revenue Sharing Funds were discussed by the Board. Ream received a check for $4,730 from the State. After discussion on where to send the funds, Ream motioned to have the funds sent to the Ingham County Sheriff’s office, for their disbursement. Motion seconded by Diederich.  Roll call vote: Griffes-Yes, Ream-Yes, Diederich-Yes, Whitehead-Yes. Motion passed.

Insurance (Champ Plan) documents were handed out to the Board. The interested parties will look over the proposed insurance, and it will be discussed at a later date.

Maner Costerisan 2026 Audit letter stating that the audit had been conducted was handed out to the Board.

Decker Agency (Proposal of Coverage) was delivered by Griffes. He met with our rep to discuss the future coverage, for the Township.

Simmons Park (Asphalt) was delivered by Griffes. When entering the parking lot, it is not up to par. Dave Bock from One-Way Paving quoted the work and the Board decided to budget for the repairs for 2027.

Webberville Cemetery tree and stump removal work was brought to the Board. Whitehead was quoted and needed the approval from the Board. Diederich motioned to have T.C. Enterprises remove the trees and grind the stumps in the Cemetery. Seconded by Ream. Roll call vote: Griffes-Yes, Ream-Yes, Diederich-Yes, Whitehead-Yes. Motion passed.

AFLAC concern was brought to the Board, by Griffes. He stated that the Township’s receptionist was inquiring about the Township considering paying a claim to her that was previously denied due to an office error. Griffes will be having further discussions with AFLAC about the claim and why it has not been reimbursed. A Board decision will be made at a future meeting.

NIESA meeting minutes from June 11, 2026, was brought to the Board by Diederich. Chairperson Diederich thanked the many staff present for their service. The Board moved to approve Frans Wilbrink for the open Member at Large Primary Position. The meeting recording policy was discussed. Uploading the existing zoom recordings to YouTube for public availability was mentioned with members having different views on making the recordings public. With further discussion by the Board the recordings will continue to be publicized. There are no new updates regarding the union process, which are still in discussion. The Recording Secretary was given a pay increase per meeting after more than 5 years. This meeting was Dorothy Hart’s final evening serving on the NIESA Board and was recognized for her many years of countless services. The next meeting is scheduled for July 9, 2026.

Payment of bills was presented to the Board. Motioned by Diederich and seconded by Ream to pay the bills as presented. Roll call vote: Griffes-Yes, Ream-Yes, Diederich-Yes, Whitehead-Yes. Motion passed.

No correspondence.

Griffes declared the meeting adjourned at 7:08 pm.

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Gina L. Whitehead, Leroy Township Clerk

Leroy Township Board Meeting

Tuesday, June 2, 2026 – 6:00 p.m.

Township Hall – 1685 N. M-52, Webberville, MI.

The meeting was called to order at 6:00 p.m. by Supervisor Earl L. Griffes

Board members present: Earl L. Griffes, Gina L. Whitehead, Heidi Ream, R. Scott Diederich and Loretta K. Benjamin

Also present: Lana Stanfield, Dennis Dyko, James & Lindsey Utz and Steve & Monica Moreno

March 18, 2026, special meeting minutes were presented to the Board. Motioned by Benjamin and Seconded by Ream to accept minutes as presented. Board voice vote: 5-Ayes 0-Nays

May 12, 2026, meeting minutes were presented to the Board. Motioned by Ream and Seconded by Benjamin to accept minutes as presented. Board voice vote: 5-Ayes 0-Nays

No public comment.

Old Business about the Cemetery backhoe fees was discussed by the Board. Griffes talked to the Sexton and the fees are for hourly use only, not burial fees. The fee would go from $100 per hour to $150 per hour. Whitehead motioned to raise the Cemetery backhoe fees to $150 per hour rate and seconded by Ream. Roll call vote: Griffes-Yes, Ream-Yes, Diederich-Yes, Benjamin-Yes, Whitehead-Yes. Motion passed.

The Township Master Plan update Scope of Work was brought to the Board. The recent Master Plan was adopted November of 2016. Mckenna the Township Planner will be providing planning support for the Township as it conducts a 10-year update to the Master Plan. The current policies will stay as is but adjusting the plan to reflect current priorities. McKenna will revise the draft as needed and will assist the Township with the required adoption process. A proposed schedule and fees were proposed. The total fees are $5000, plus $500 if a Future Land Use update is required. McKenna will be presenting the data and policy updates at the August Planning Commission meeting. Griffes motioned to update the master plan and seconded by Benjamin. Roll call vote: Griffes-Yes, Ream-Yes, Diederich-Yes, Benjamin-Yes, Whitehead-Yes. Motion passed.

Whitehead presented the Board with a revised Health Insurance packet that will be discussed at a virtual meeting on June 16^th at 2:00 for interested Board members.

BS&A Payment pricing was presented by Ream. The Township is working on accepting credit cards as a payment method for the future. The only cost for the Township is $365 to buy the machine to process the payments. Benjamin motioned to buy the machine and start the process. Seconded by Ream. Roll call vote: Griffes-Yes, Ream-Yes, Diederich-Yes, Benjamin-Yes, Whitehead-Yes. Motion passed.

NIESA meeting minutes for May 14, 2026, were brought to the Board by Diederich. The minutes roll call is incorrect. Hart was in attendance after not feeling well and Wheatfield Township’s board rep was not present. Public comment from Bruce Miller sharing the news that he is now Locke Township’s Supervisor replacing Nate Lott that has reigned from the position. The focus of the meeting was the union. NIESA’s full-time firefighters have voted to move forward with the bargaining process with attorney Foster, Swift, Collins & Smith, P.C. to work out labor negotiations. Director Yanz gave his monthly report and mentioned that he is looking into going to another department due to the pressure that he has been under. The annual audit is in progress with the new auditors.

Payment of bills was presented to the Board. Motioned by Ream and seconded by Benjamin to pay the bills as presented with approval to pay Lawn Crafters May invoice once received. Roll call vote: Griffes-Yes, Ream-Yes, Diederich-Yes, Benjamin-Yes, Whitehead-Yes. Motion passed.

No correspondence.

Griffes declared the meeting adjourned at 6:45 pm.

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Gina L. Whitehead, Leroy Township Clerk

Leroy Township Board Meeting

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 – 6:00 p.m.

Township Hall – 1685 N. M-52, Webberville, MI.

The meeting was called to order at 6:00 p.m. by Supervisor Earl L. Griffes

Board members present: Earl L. Griffes, Gina L. Whitehead, Heidi Ream, R. Scott Diederich and Loretta K. Benjamin

Also present: Dennis Dyko, Steve & Monica Moreno

April 7, 2026, meeting minutes were presented to the Board. Griffes noticed that the payment of bills was missing the motion. Minutes will be updated to reflect the change. Benjamin motioned to approve the minutes as corrected and seconded by Ream. Roll call vote: Griffes-Yes, Benjamin-Yes, Ream-Yes, Diederich-Yes and Whitehead-Yes. Motion passed.

No public comment.

Snedeker Road repair was brought the the Board. Griffes has been in contact with the Ingham County Road Department due to residents’ calls about how bad the road has deteriorated from all the spring rain. The decision was made to go ahead and have the Ingham County Road Department do the repairs. They will be adding 2 culverts and 300 tons of gravel to repair the road. An amended agreement will be signed and sent back to the County. Diederich commented on the ditches and how the water flows out which causes this to happen every year.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       

Mowers fuel surcharge was discussed by the Board. With gas prices spiking all contracted mowers for the Township will be compensated accordingly. Griffes proposed that the Township mowers should be $20 for $5 a gallon and $10 for $4 a gallon, the Cemetery mowers should be $30 for $5 a gallon and $15 for $4 a gallon and the Park mowers should be $50 for $5 a gallon and $25 for $4 a gallon. When the prices come back down to $3 a gallon, they will not get compensation. Griffes was also pleased with Lawn Crafters’ work at the Township and said they were doing a great job and the Board agreed. A motion by Diederich to accept the fuel surcharge as presented and seconded by Benjamin. Roll call vote: Griffes-Yes, Benjamin-Yes, Ream-Yes, Diederich-Yes and Whitehead-Yes. Motion passed.

Cemetery backhoe fee was brought to the Board. Ed Fuller the cemetery sexton was asking for an extra $50 charge to run the backhoe for burials. Benjamin questioned the price from the paylist presented. Further discussion about the pricing with the Sexton is the next step and then it will be brought back to the Board at the next meeting.

Cemetery building siding was discussed. Griffes is willing to do the siding for the building for $1000 with cost of materials. Benjamin moved to have Griffes do the cemetery building siding and seconded by Diederich. 5-Ayes and 0-Nays.

Simmions Memorial Park mowing contract was discussed. The contractor from last year stepped down as the mowers. Griffes contacted Carson’s Services to do the job for the season at $300 a mow. Diederich motioned to contract with Carson’s Services to do the mowing for Simmon Memorial Park and seconded by Ream. This was budgeted at the March organizational meeting, so no roll call vote needed.

West properties were discussed. The Township is trying to figure out a date to have the meeting with the Village of Webberville for the expansion of the Village. This will be taken to the Planning Commission for further discussion.

NIESA meeting minutes for April 9, 2026, were brought to the Board by Diederich. The meeting went smoothly at first said Diederich, but accusations are being made about NIESA’s bookkeeping. Ms. Schoenborn, NIESA Board Treasurer, provides documentation of all financial information from NIESA and they bring it to the Board. Mr. Hansen was asking the Board to consider adopting a Political Conflict of Interest Disclosure form to ensure transparency and avoid any appearance of a conflict of interest. The attorneys are reviewing NIESA’s Principle of Governance/Conduct Code Form. NIESA is looking to unionize the department. NIESA is now recording and giving access to the recordings of all future meetings due to people saying that the minutes are not accurate and things being said are not true. There is a position available for a 4-year term, and a new member will be appointed at the June 11th meeting.

Payment of bills was presented to the Board. Motioned by Ream and seconded by Benjamin to pay the bills as presented. Roll call vote: Griffes-Yes, Benjamin-Yes, Ream-Yes, Diederich-Yes and Whitehead-Yes. Motion passed.

No correspondence.

Griffes declared the meeting adjourned at 6:52 pm.

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Gina L. Whitehead, Leroy Township Clerk

Leroy Township Board Meeting

Tuesday, April 7, 2026 – 6:00 p.m.

Township Hall – 1685 N. M-52, Webberville, MI.

The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Supervisor Earl L. Griffes

Board members present: Earl L. Griffes, Gina L. Whitehead, Heidi Ream, and R. Scott Diederich.

Absent: Loretta K. Benjamin

Also present: Steve Kingsley, Basam Malik, Jeff West, Lana Stanfield, Steve & Monica Moreno and Mike Murphy.

March 3, 2026, meeting minutes were presented to the Board. Diederich motioned to approve the minutes as presented and seconded by Ream. Aye-4 Nay-0. Motion passed.

March 24, 2026, organizational meeting minutes were presented to the Board. Ream motioned to approve the minutes as presented and seconded by Griffes. Aye-4 Nay-0. Motion passed.

No public comment.

Property owned by Jeff West in the township, was brought to the board by a proposal from Steve Kingsley and Basam Malik. The proposal of the land is for warehousing along Grand River north of M-52 and behind the Simmons Memorial Park and Webberville Cemetery. This is for a 1 partner, 1 plan and 1 use. The purposes of the project are for jobs and low-income housing. The Village of Webberville would like to take over the zoning of this land. A future meeting will be held next month between the Township and the Village to discuss the properties further.

HSC Services, the Township’s assessor, is asking for a contract extension agreement of $2,300 monthly for their services commencing August 1, 2026. The one-year agreement is from August 1, 2026, to July 31, 2027. Motioned by Griffes for the extension of the HSC agreement for the assessor record services for the Township and seconded by Whitehead. Roll call vote: Griffes-Yes, Ream-Yes, Diederich-Yes and Whitehead-Yes. Motion passed.

Board of Review member James Utz is stepping down from the position, and the Township Board has appointed Steve Moreno as a Board of Review member. Aye-4 Nay-0. Motion passed.

NIESA meeting minutes for March 12, 2026, were discussed at the last Township Board meeting. Diederich asked Whitehead if she had spoken with Dorothy Hart about the Principles of Governance that was completed by the Township Board in February. Diederich will be bringing a similar contract to the NIESA board at their next meeting on the 9^th of April.

Payment of bills was presented to the Board. Motioned by Ream and seconded by Diederich to pay bills as presented. Roll call vote: Griffes-Yes, Ream-Yes, Diederich-Yes and Whitehead-Yes. Motion passed.

No correspondence.

Griffes declared the meeting adjourned at 7:01 pm.

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Gina L. Whitehead, Leroy Township Clerk

Leroy Township Board Meeting

Tuesday, March 3, 2026 – 7:00 p.m.

Township Hall – 1685 N. M-52, Webberville, MI.

The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Supervisor Earl L. Griffes

Board members present: Earl L. Griffes, Gina L. Whitehead, Heidi Ream, R. Scott Diederich, Loretta K. Benjamin. 

Absent: 

Also present: Dennis Dyko, Steve & Monica Moreno, James & Lindsey Utz

February 3, 2026, meeting minutes were presented to the Board. Benjamin noticed a spelling error. Whitehead commented that the minutes would be corrected. Motioned by Diederich and seconded by Griffes to approve the meeting minutes with updates. Aye-5 Nay-0. Motion passed.

No public comment.

Planning Commission February 18, 2026, meeting was presented by Benjamin. The 425 Agreement for the property north of Aldi’s, Land Division Act and Data Center moratorium for the Township, was discussed. The Township Planner is working on the wording for the contract. The Land Division Act and the Data Center moratorium were approved and are ready for the Board to make their decision. Comments from James Utz and Monica Moreno about the property being a revenue, and the Village’s sewer/water limit was discussed. 

Locke Township 2026 Road Plans (Allen Rd paving from Webberville Rd to Morrice Rd) was brought to the Board by Griffes. The Locke Township Supervisor reached out to Griffes to see if the Township could help in paying for Locke Townships share of Allen Rd. This item was tabled and will be discussed at Annual Meeting.

PA-116 (Bowen) was brought to the Board. Griffes and landowner Tom Bowen have been discussing Bowen’s PA-116 and reinstatement application was needed. Griffes and Whitehead gathered the necessary document and after Bowen has completed it, Whitehead will forward the application to the State. Benjamin motioned that Board approve the request for the PA-116 reinstatement and seconded by Diederich. Roll call vote: Griffes-Yes, Ream-Yes, Diederich-Yes, Benjamin-Yes, and Whitehead-Yes. Motion passed.

Annual (Organizational) Meeting date set for March 25, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at the Township Hall.

NIESA meeting minutes presented by Diederich. He mentioned that now he is Chairman and that he would like additional pay from the Township. The Board will be taking care of  the paylist at the Organizational Meeting at the end of the month. The Village of Webberville DDA Agreement for 2026-2027 has been renewed. There is a 4-year NIESA board member position at large and will be discussed more at the April 9, 2026 meeting. Director Yanz gave his monthly report. Board members commented that it was a job well done to Diederich at his first meeting as Chairman.

Payment of bills was presented to the Board. Griffes mentioned the MSUFCU invoice’s amount being unusually high and soon realized that it was from the board room chair purchase. Whitehead commented that the credit union called to confirm that the purchase was legit after making the purchase. Motioned to pay the bills as presented by Benjamin and seconded by Ream. Roll call vote: Griffes-Yes, Ream-Yes, Diederich-Yes, Benjamin-Yes, and Whitehead-Yes. Motion passed.

Correspondence from Whitehead about the scheduled Health Care meeting on March 10, 2026, at 2:00 p.m.

Griffes declared the meeting adjourned at 7:44 pm.

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Gina L. Whitehead, Leroy Township Clerk

Leroy Township Board Meeting

Tuesday, February 3, 2026 – 7:00 p.m.

Township Hall – 1685 N. M-52, Webberville, MI.

The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Supervisor Earl L. Griffes

Board members present: Earl L. Griffes, Gina L. Whitehead, Heidi Ream, R. Scott Diederich, Loretta K. Benjamin. 

Absent: 

Also present: Dennis Dyko, Steve & Monica Moreno

January 13, 2026, meeting minutes were presented to the Board. Diederich and Griffes noticed there were people present at the meeting that were not on the minutes. Whitehead commented that they did not sign in and that the minutes would be updated. Motioned by Diedrich and seconded by Griffes to approve the meeting minutes with updates. Aye 5-Nay 0. Motion passed.

No public comment.

BS&A Net to Cloud update was discussed with the Board. This is an update that must take place in the future. There is an upfront cost with an annual cost for the upgrade. The Board plans on budgeting for this at the upcoming Annual Meeting.

2026 Local Road Program was discussed. The roads to be worked on are the rest of Meech Rd., from Dennis Rd to Frost Rd. and Culver Hill. The Board approved the budget for $150,000 and will be set at Annual Meeting.

MTA Principles of Governance was brought to the Board. Griffes read the policy aloud and the Board voted Aye-5 Nay-0 to adopt the updated document, and all board members signed it to reaffirm the MTA Boards mission and values. Motion passed. The signed document is posted in the lobby of the Township.

New kitchen coffee pot is needed because it is leaking water from underneath and will not brew correctly. Coffee is made every day of regular operations, election days and rentals. Whitehead gave the Board information on the new machine to review. Diederich motioned to approve the new coffee pot as presented and seconded by Whitehead. Voted Aye-5 Nay-0. Motion passed.

Payment of bills was presented to the Board. Diederich questioned the Williamston Area Senior Center tax distribution checks being so different from month to month. Ream assured him that this varies due to how many people pay in taxes during the months. Motioned to pay the bills as presented and seconded by Ream. Roll call vote: Griffes-Yes, Ream-Yes, Diederich-Yes, Benjamin-Yes, and Whitehead-Yes. Motion passed.

No correspondence.

Griffes declared the meeting adjourned at 7:47 pm.

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Gina L. Whitehead, Leroy Township Clerk

Leroy Township Board Meeting

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 – 7:00 p.m.

Township Hall – 1685 N. M-52, Webberville, MI.

The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Supervisor Earl L. Griffes

Board members present: Earl L. Griffes, Gina L. Whitehead, R. Scott Diederich

 Absent: Heidi Ream, Loretta K. Benjamin.

Also present: Breine Pugh (ITC), Ben Tirrell (ITC), Dave & Kristin Hamlin, Lenore Horrocks-Boehmer, Merle Boehmer, Monica & Steve Moreno, Ricka Boehmer, Lindsey & James Utz, and Chad Canfield, Scott Turner, Mark Hitchcock, Sam Hitchcock and Ingham County Commissioner Monica Shafer.

December 9, meeting minutes needed a few changes and then approved. Motion by Griffes and seconded by Whitehead. Aye 3-Nay 0. Motion passed.

No public comment.

ITC Presentation is a 50-mile electrical transmission line from substation to substation for a one project expansion to update the grid. The utility poles will be 120-180 ft tall with an 8 ft base and 800-1200 ft apart from each other. Landowners will be given an easement for the land use with all compensation and damages paid in full. There will be no billing to the residents for the project and power usage. There will be meetings scheduled for the summer of this year for residents to learn and discuss the project.  A flyer has been added to the township website for further information and will be on the agenda for February 18, 2026, Planning Commission work session meeting.

MiCheM Michigan Chemical Exposure Monitoring will be put up in the Township parking lot around April 2026. The public can come to the mobile station to get tested for chemical exposure. Motioned by Diederich and seconded by Whitehead to allow MiCheM Michigan Chemical Exposure Monitoring mobile station at Leroy Township Offices. Aye 3-Nay 0. Motion passed.

NIESA meeting minutes from December 11, 2025, were presented to the board by Diederich. The public hearing was about the 2026 General, Building and Equipment budgets. The attorney signed the DDA for 2026-2027 NIESA agreement. Special meeting on December 22, 2025, was about the general fund and payroll. January 8, 2026, meeting was also presented. Captain Ron Cole shared NIESAs first call as tactical team, a safe and successful rescue of a farmer in White Oak Township that had been trapped in a soybean-filled grain bin. Outstanding teamwork from the department showed their professionalism from training and an unwavering work ethic every step of the operation. Deputy Chief Drent delivered the Directors report in Director Yanz’s absence and noted it was a busy year with 1,743 runs. Chairperson Hart informed the NIESA Board she will be stepping down on June 30, 2026, and Diederich might run for the position.

Payment of bills was presented to the Board. Motioned by Diederich and seconded by Griffes to pay the bills as presented. Griffes-Yes, Diederich-Yes, Whitehead-Yes.

No correspondence.

Griffes declared the meeting adjourned at 7:41 pm.

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Gina Whitehead, Leroy Township Clerk

Leroy Township Board Meeting                                                        

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 – 7:00 p.m.

Township Hall – 1685 N. M-52, Webberville, MI.

The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Supervisor Earl L. Griffes

Board members present: Earl L. Griffes, Gina L. Whitehead, Heidi Ream, Loretta K. Benjamin.

Absent: R. Scott Diederich

Also present: James Utz, Larry Fulger, Debi Dieterle, Steve & Monica Moreno.

November 4, meeting minutes approved. Motion by Ream and seconded by Benjamin. Aye 4-Nay 0. Motion passed.

No public comment.

Cash in Lieu of Colonial Life Dental & Vision was presented to the Board by Whitehead. Employees that do not need the insurance provided will be paid the monthly money that the Township pays for the employees. Benjamin motioned and seconded by Whitehead to pay the employees that opted out of the insurance. Aye-4 Nay-0. Motion passed.

425 Agreement – Property North of Aldi was brought to the Board. The Village wants to take over control of the project and there has been very little communication between them and the Township. The Truck Stop that was originally proposed has now been taken on by a different company with new plans in action for a 30-acre warehouse using the Village water and sewer lines. The Township planner is going to meet with the Village to discuss the contract that was given to the Township Board. Further discussion will take place at the next Planning Commission/Public Hearing held on February 18, 2026.

Proposed zoning of 2773 East Grand River Avenue was discussed. Benjamin stated that the owner did not follow the Township’s ordinance and at the Planning Commission meeting/work session on November 19, 2025, it was denied. Benjamin motioned to deny the rezoning of 2773 East Grand River Avenue and seconded by Ream. Motion passes.

New boardroom chairs were brought to the board by Whitehead. The current chairs are more than 20 years old and need to be replaced. Benjamin would give Whitehead a contact person to discuss office furniture with to see if they could help. A budget of $2000.00 for the chairs was motioned by Griffes and seconded by Ream. Whitehead will be bringing more options to the board for approval. Motioned passes.

NIESA meeting minutes from November 13, 2025, were presented by Griffes. Chairperson Hart thanked the NIESA staff that were present for their service and attending the meeting, NIESA is still waiting for approval from their attorney’s office for the 2026-2027 Village of Webberville DDA agreement. Gabridge & Company will act as the Financial Audit Services for the year ending December 31, 2025. The NIESA board is working on setting a date for the Public Hearing for the 2026 budget, along with the Building & Equipment budget for 2026.

Fowlerville Senior Center was requesting financial support from the Township. They did not receive any funding in 2025 from the State of Michigan and Livingston County, but local townships and village offices have provided financial support to the center. They provide services primarily to senior citizens, but also to all the surrounding municipalities and counties. The Township Board has denied the center financial support due to the residents already paying taxes and not using the center. Griffes mentioned that not many Leroy Township residents use the Fowlerville Senior Center as much as the Williamston Senior Center. Benjamin moved to deny the request for financial support to the Fowlerville Senior Center and seconded by Ream.

Aye-4 Nay-0. Motion denied.

Payment of bills was discussed by the Board. The Board was pleased with the updated report of invoices that Whitehead presented. Motioned by Ream and seconded by Benjamin to pay the bills for December 2025. Roll call vote: Griffes-Yes, Ream-Yes, Yes-Benjamin, Whitehead-Yes. Motion passed.

No correspondence.

Griffes declared the meeting adjourned at 7:41 pm.

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Gina Whitehead, Leroy Township Clerk

Leroy Township Board Meeting                                                        

Tuesday, November 4, 2025 – 7:00 p.m.

Township Hall – 1685 N. M-52, Webberville, MI.

The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Supervisor Earl L. Griffes

Board members present: Earl L. Griffes, Gina Whitehead, Heidi Ream, R. Scott Diederich,

Loretta K. Benjamin.

Also present: James & Lindsey Utz, Steve & Monica Moreno.

October 7, meeting minutes approved. Motion by Ream and seconded by Diederich. Aye 5-Nay 0. Motion passed.

No public comment.

The Board of Appeals meeting on October 15, 2025, and the Township employee insurance was old business that was brought to the Board. Scott Diederich and James Utz (Board of Appeals members) discussed the meeting. David Groop stated the other business setbacks along Grand River vary, with less setbacks requirements than being asked for. Tim O’Neil (Building Inspector) responded that there are multiple zoning districts, with various setback requirements, in the area and the site plan will show that information. The Board of Appeals is allowing a structure setback variance of 52.4 feet to the center of the road, with all sign permits obtained and followed to have a free-standing sign, Article 7, Section 704. The Special Use permit was approved. The Township employee dental and vision insurance took effect on November 1, 2025.

Griffes brought to the Board, the Special Use Permit for the Langhorst property on Grand River and Meech Rd to be split into parcels. It is zoned for (RA) Residential Agriculture and is not a buildable property. Tom MacIntosh would like to split the land, which meets the Townships ordinance requirements. The Planning Commission members present at the meeting agreed with Griffes and he will be talking to the landowner.

NIESA meeting minutes from October 9, 2025, were presented by Griffes. Director Yanz provided his Monthly Director’s Report in the areas of Administrative, Operations, Training, Grants, Personnel and others. Griffes applauded Director Yanz for his persistence in securing the SAFER Grant, he is very appreciative of his efforts and personal phone call to let him know the grant was awarded. The Village of Webberville DDA Agreement (2026-2027) is still waiting for approval from the attorney’s office. Ms. Schoenborn shared the auditor bids that are being received for her review and once they are all received she will provide the NIESA Board for review and action. It was recommended that this item be returned as “New Business” at the November 13, 2025, NIESA Board Meeting.

Diederich attended a special meeting on November 4, 2025, for the evaluation of Director Yanz. He has all the certificates that are required and knowledge to continue to be NIESA’s director/fire chief. Diederich and Griffes are both very pleased with Mr. Yanz.

Payment of bills was discussed by the Board. Benjamin questioned the USPS invoice due to the fact of it being such a large amount. Ream mentioned that she also questioned the price. Whitehead assured them that pre-stamped envelopes with a return label are pricey but a necessity for the office staff. Motioned by Benjamin and seconded by Ream. Roll call vote: Griffes-Yes, Ream-Yes, Diederich-Yes, Yes-Benjamin, Whitehead-Yes. Motion passed.

No correspondence.

Griffes declared the meeting adjourned at 7:27 pm.

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Gina Whitehead, Leroy Township Clerk