Comstock Township - December 15, 2025 Township Board Meeting
The Charter Township of Comstock Board Meeting covers several key topics. The board discusses a proposed new fire station, addressing its necessity and budget implications. Public comments express concerns about increased taxes and the need for more police protection. A recent court ruling involving Treasurer Bloomfield is mentioned, with calls for further board review. The board approves the battery energy storage system ordinance, acknowledging its importance for public safety, especially near the new STEM Academy. Other discussions include the township’s budget resolutions and potential road funding challenges. The meeting highlights community concerns about governance, fiscal responsibility, and public safety.
00:00 Call to Order
00:30 Pledge of Allegiance
01:00 Approval of Minutes
01:16 Welcome and Call to Order
01:53 Approval of Agenda
03:20 Public Comments
17:46 Announcements from Departments, Boards, and Commissions
21:19 Consent Agenda
22:20 Fire and Rescue Presentation
34:14 Fire Station Issues and Proposed Solutions
52:00 Budget and Financial Reports
58:00 Public Comments
61:10 Second Reading of Ordinance on Accessory Structures and Chickens
62:57 Second Reading of Ordinance on Battery Energy Storage Systems
64:00 Adjournment
64:00 Ordinance Adoption
65:11 Fee Schedule Update
68:52 Trial and Treasurer’s Conduct
72:15 Deputy Treasurer’s Behavior
75:09 Planning Commission Appointments
81:33 Public Hearing: General Fund Budget
91:34 Public Hearing: Fire Operating Budget
96:31 Citizen Comments on Fire Department Funding
97:42 Motion to Close Public Hearing on Fire Operating Budget
98:03 Opening of Public Hearing on Fire Capital Budget
101:00 Public Hearing on Municipal Street Fund Budget
104:54 Citizen Comments on Police Protection
106:44 Discussion on Police Millage and Future Funding
110:17 Approval of Senior Services Budget Resolution
113:00 Public Hearing on Library Budget and Citizen Comments
116:44 Superintendent’s Report and Budget Discussions
121:54 Public Comments on Governance and Board Conduct
130:25 Public Comments
133:43 Discussion on Fire Station Grant and Funding Efforts
135:18 Members Comments
140:19 Discussion on Battery Energy Storage Ordinance
143:00 Adjournment
