Comstock Township - Township Board - February 2, 2026 Meeting
The Comstock Township Board convened to discuss several issues, including the proposal for a new fire station and the associated bond issuance. Chief Beauchamp and the finance director address concerns about the need for a new station and how the bond will be financed without raising taxes. Residents voice concerns about tax impacts and the need for the project. A proposal for a partial release of farmland development rights is approved. The board also discusses the possibility of early voting agreements and updates on the homeless committee’s efforts.
00:00 Introduction
01:22 Welcome and Call to Order
01:30 Pledge of Allegiance
01:58 Approval of Agenda
02:15 Public Comments
18:18 Committee and Department Reports
32:03 Consent Agenda
33:27 Approval of Agenda Modifications
34:32 Consent Agenda Approval
34:38 Informational Report by DDA Director
56:56 Fire and Rescue: Assistant Chief Recommendation
58:28 Fire Department Grant Application Request
59:49 New Fire Station Proposal Discussion
68:37 Discussion on Capital Improvement and Bonds
82:22 Vote on Motion to Issue Bonds for Capital Improvements
82:52 Early Voting Agreement Discussion and Approval
84:58 Farmland Development Rights Release Request
86:20 Homeless Committee Update
99:40 Discussion on Township Appraisal Services
101:22 Engineering Services Engagement Letter
102:58 Replacement of Door Entry Systems
105:02 Employee Handbook and Policy Updates
120:02 Superintendent Report
125:59 Public Comments
129:58 Citizen Comments on Ambulance and Fire Department Land Issues
133:02 Taxpayer Concerns and Fire Department Expenditures
135:01 Property and Housing Concerns
137:02 Land Bank Property Management Issues
138:49 Allegations of Corruption and Mismanagement
146:36 Board Member Comments and Responses
