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