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Porter Township Van Buren County Regular Mtg – January 14, 2026

February 17, 2026 By Marcellus News Leave a Comment

Supervisor Oxley called the meeting to order at 7:00p.m.  Members present – Oxley, Bitely, Nesbitt, Packer, and Smith.  Also present – Attorney Moraitis and two guests. 

Motion by Bitely with support by Nesbitt to approve the minutes of the regular and special meetings on December 10, 2025. Voice vote – all yes. Motion passed.

Motion by Smith with support by Packer to approve the Treasurer’s report subject to audit. Voice vote – all yes. Motion passed.

Motion by Packer with support by Bitely to approve the bills as presented. Roll call vote – all yes. Motion passed.

Motion by Smith with support by Nesbitt to amend the General Budget for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026 in summary form. Total revenue of $1,141,440 less total expenditures of $1,568,904 for a net decrease in fund balance of $427,464. Roll call vote – all yes. Motion passed.

Motion by Smith support by Nesbitt to approve the 2026 Poverty Guidelines as presented. Roll call vote – all yes. Motion passed.

Motion by Packer with support by Bitely to hire Lockmaster Security to set up key tag access to the township hall addition, at a cost not to exceed $2,800. Roll call vote – all yes. Motion passed.

Motion by Bitely with support by Packer to adjourn the meeting at 7:24 pm. Voice vote – all yes.  Motion passed.

Respectfully Submitted,
Heather Smith
Porter Township Clerk

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