On the agenda: Alger August – draft — data center (Sep 4)

MOFFATT TOWNSHIP
Thomas A Spencer, Supervisor
Allison Chmielewski, Clerk

Kevin A. Kaczmarek, Treasurer
Patrick Jedrzejczyk, Trustee
Dennis Wirley. Trustee

Regular Board Meeting
August 17, 2026
The supervisor called the meeting to order at 6:30PM. Opened with the pledge of
allegiance.
Roll Call: Chmielewski, present; Jedrzejczyk, present; Kaczmarek, present;
Spencer, present; Wirley, present.
Public Comment: Dave Roberts spoke again on the benefits of updating our
zoning to allow for marijuana sales. A. Hepfer inquired as to plans for 9 Mile
Road. Spencer advised that the Township would continue to look into options
until the issue was resolved. Chmielewski presented Kaczmarek with a birthday
cake. Chmielewski inquired as to who owned the lot to the south of the hall. It is
owned by the township, and it is anticipated it will eventually be used to extend
parking. There was no further public comment.
Approval of the agenda: Chmielewski motioned to approve the agenda as
presented. Wirley supported. All ayes. Passed.
Minutes: The minutes were reviewed. Spencer noted that the reference to 1531
being a pumper was incorrect. 1531 is a tanker. The correction was noted.
Jedrzejczyk motioned and Kaczmarek supported to approve the minutes with the
correction. All ayes. Passed.
Appointments: Denise Dunn, whose help at the August election was invaluable,
presented the Board with three questions regarding the proposed cell tower
which the supervisor attempted to answer.
1. Why was there no public hearing? It was not published timely because of
an overdue invoice.
2. Why did the board wait so long to get a legal opinion? Counsel was sought
immediately after the demand letter was received from Galaxi’s counsel.

3. Why wasn’t an extension requested? By the time we had received counsel,
the time to request an extension had already passed.
Dunn thanked the board for answering her questions, but she continues to feel
the board failed the township.
Supervisors report: Spencer noted that the brining was complete.
Treasurer’s report: Kaczmarek reported that accounts payable and payroll for the
month of August was $22,519.66. The checking account holds $46,594.00 while
savings is $128,583.86. Michigan class funds are Fire $316,278.02 and General
$179,862.73, for a total of $496,140.75. He further reported that after attending
a BS&A road show he had been made aware that BS&A would be converting all
.net accounts to the cloud in the next 12-18 months. There was discussion on the
underpayment of the Treasurer. Will be discussed under old business. He further
offered thanks to F. Seder for the ditching he installed behind Kaczmarek’s house.
Motion by Jedrzejczyk, supported by Wirley. All ayes. Passed.
Clerk’s report: The clerk had no report.
Bills paid and due: The board was presented with the bills for review. Kaczmarek
motioned and Spencer supported to approve the bills as presented. Roll call.
Chmielewski, aye; Jedrzejczyk, aye; Kaczmarek, aye; Spencer, aye; Wirley, aye.
Passed.
Correspondence: Jedrzejczyk presented a letter from DNR regarding a program
for Ogemaw County Road Commission. No further correspondence.
Old Business: Spencer requested Chmielewski continue to inquire at SOM about
the penalty withheld from our revenue sharing check from 2022.
The transition to John Hancock was discussed. Spencer would like all funds
transferred from Brighthouse and MERS to John Hancock. There was no motion,
support, or vote.
The audit information has been forwarded to SOME.
New Business: K. Spencer wishes to resign as maintenance person. Spencer will
post the position on Facebook.

Special Use Permit fees were discussed. Hoffman advised that Clayton Twp.
implemented a $1000.00 permit fee with $500.00 being non-refundable and
actual costs applied to the remining balance.
A bid from Aquatic Consulting Services was reviewed. The initial survey is quoted
at a cost of $4,350.00 and will be completed by December 31, 2026, at which time
we will be notified of any potential spraying needed.
A Fire equipment grant program is available. Kalosis will inventory equipment for
possible replacement.
A new PAR Plan grant was discussed. It was decided we would request money to
complete the handicap accessibility at the park bathrooms. Chmielewski
motioned and Kaczmarek supported. All ayes. Passed.
Planning and Zoning: Jedrzejczyk discussed the P&Z meeting.
Hoffman gave his usual complete report. Copies are available at the clerk’s office
by appointment. Hoffman further requested clarification on free standing decks
and stairways to the lake. The planning commission will review and report.
P&Z recommended allowing the special use requested by Myers.
Fire Department: There were 5 runs in July-August. MacCallum reported a new
tanker would cost about $525,000 so the department is actively looking for a
good used tanker and possibly selling the old one.
The Saginaw Chippewa Indian Tribe provided a grant of $40,000. Towards new
800 MHz radios. They can be purchased used for $105.00 each. Spencer
motioned and Wirley supported to approve the purchase of 10 used radios at a
cost not to exceed $2,000. All ayes. Passed.
Parks and Recreation: Kernstock reported that Mobil and Forward Corp are
willing to sponsor a township Halloween party. There was discussion of the status
of the P&R 501.c3. Kernstock will follow up.
Public Comment: K. Spencer inquired whether Ken has been hired for the
Cemetery and how she is to contact him. Mosciski has agreed to plot the
remaining portion of the cemetery.

A. Hepfer noted we should have a cell tower section in our ordinance. She also
noted we should include something about data centers.
R. Daniels believes we should also include sections on Windmills and Solar Farms.
There was no further public comment.
There being no further business to come before the board, Kaczmarek motioned
and all supported to adjourn the meeting at 8:15 PM.