Comstock Township - Township Board - November 17, 2025 Meeting
The Charter Township of Comstock Board discussions centered around extending the moratorium on the battery energy storage project due to concerns about community safety and benefits.
The board debated the implementation of tornado sirens and faced public pressure for their reinstatement, especially after recent tornado incidents.
Public comment focused on transparency and allegations of board misconduct, with demands for the release of the Clark Hill report and concerns about conflicts of interest.
Additionally, the board evaluated budgetary constraints, including the possibility of reducing rubbish pickups and the financial implications of installing tornado sirens. The meeting highlighted community concerns about safety, transparency, and the management of local resources. A special joint meeting of the Moratorium Committee and Planning Commission has been scheduled for Thursday, November 20th at 6.
00:00 Introduction
01:28 Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance
02:00 Appointment of Temporary Clerk
03:08 Approval of the Agenda
03:31 Public Comments
14:14 Concerns About Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)
34:05 Public Comments
37:02 Announcements for Departments, Boards, and Commissions
40:30 Consent Agenda
43:34 Fire Department: Deputy Chief Recommendation
45:19 Fire Department: MABAS Agreement
49:03 Fire Department: Proposed Budget Discussion
53:48 Planning and Zoning: Rezoning Request
56:38 Farmland Development Rights Application
59:19 Discussion on Handling Complaints
65:51 Discussion on Scheduling a Special Meeting
66:39 Waving Attorney-Client Privilege on Clark Hill Report
74:02 Homeless Committee Appointments
81:50 Moratorium Discussion
96:55 Discussion on Moratorium and Ordinance Issues
108:10 Motion to Extend Moratorium
109:02 Board Member Comments on Moratorium
129:00 Public Discussion on Battery Energy Storage Moratorium
130:09 Vote on Extending Battery Energy Storage Moratorium
134:09 Discussion on Budget and Weather Sirens
155:01 Motion to Include Weather Sirens in Budget
156:26 Request from Downtown Development Authority
159:24 Motion to Change Rubbish Pickup Frequency
160:49 Discussion on Trash Pick-Up Schedule
163:04 Vote on Trash Pick-Up Motion
163:39 Discussion on Budget and Weather Sirens
165:31 Capital Improvement Program Request
167:02 Approval of Financial Representative Change
171:29 Superintendent’s Update on Local Issues
176:01 Public Comment Session
192:45 Public Comments on Tornado Sirens and Community Concerns
194:46 Concerns About Legal Actions and Battery Centers
195:59 Community Engagement and Board Responsiveness
203:04 Trustee Comments and Personal Statements
212:12 Adjournment and Next Steps
