Clayton Township

January 12th, 2026

The Clayton Township board met in regular session on January 12th, 2026, at the Clayton Township Hall.

Members present include: Robyn Fogarasi, Dave Bowen, Patti Berry, Byron Fogarasi, and Billy Daniels Jr

Zoning Administrator: Frank Malenski

Assessor: Ronda Parks -- Absent

Cemetery Clerk -- Sandra Bowen

Public Attendance: See Attached.

The meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.

The minutes from the December 8th Meeting were discussed.

Motion for minutes:

Dave Bowen made the motion to approve the December 8th Regular Township Meeting minutes. Billy Daniels supported the motion. The motion carried.

Next, public comment was offered. Sandra Bowen mentioned that she had spoken with Keith Rogers. He commented on how helpful the township newsletter was.

Bob Messenger mentioned he had received a call from Don Hamilton about another proposal forthcoming from Mr. Toubey.

Byron Fogarasi presented the supervisor's report. Byron mentioned he had contacted GFL regarding ongoing issues with missed trash pickups on certain roads.

Byron discussed potential changes to the cost-share program with the Road Commission. However none of these changes may occur until 2027. Byron and the board discussed road work projects for 2026.

Byron mentioned Board of Review will be held the second week of March. Dates and times to be determined.

Byron will once again contact the attorney regarding Daniel Yoder's ongoing noncompliance with the Amish Cemetery. The board discussed sending a letter to the property owner from the attorney.

Last, Byron informed the board that both he and Robyn will be out of town for the February meeting. The board discussed the options for moving the township meeting to a different day.

Robyn Fogarasi presented the Clerk's report.

Robyn discussed the option of purchasing more stamps for the township.

Next, Robyn informed the board of the possibility of holding early voting individually through the township. Each municipality is awaiting the county clerk's decision on whether the county will host early voting.

Patti Berry, Treasurer, presented the Treasurer's report:

Garbage Account - $94,506.53

General Fund - $491,111.99

Road Account - $19,919.76

Patti mentioned the township CD matures on 1-17-26. Patti will provide the funds and the rates to determine whether the funds will be re-enrolled.

Billy Daniels, as trustee, discussed the upcoming public hearing for the Sterling Area Fire Department's possible joint venture with Standish.

Next, Dave Bown, as trustee, had nothing to report.

Sandra Bowen preesnted her report on the activities at the cemetery -- see attached report.

Frank Malenski discussed zoning issues for the month.

Ronda Parks, assessor, was absent.

Motions:

Robyn moved to purchased 10 rolls of stamps. Patti seconded the motion, and the motion carried.

Billy moved to change the February meeting from Monday the 9th to Wednesday the 11th at 7pm. Patti seconded the motion, and the motion carried.

Dave moved to have Frank Malenski assess a $5,000 fine to the Amish Cemetery for non-compliance with township requests. Billy seconded the motion and the motion carried.

Dave made the motion to pay the bills as presented; Billy supported the motion. The motion carried.

Finally, Patti made the motion to adjourn, Billy supported the motion. The motion carried and the meeting adjourned at 8:30 p.m.

_______________________ _______________________

Robyn Fogarasi, Clerk Byron Fogarasi, Supervisor

Sandra Bowen

Clayton Township Cemetery Clerk

4530 Maple Ridge Rd.

Sterling, Mi 48659

12/13/2025-01/12/2026

12/09/2025

I called Green Funderl Home in Atlanta (989-785-4786) and requested a copy of the Burial Transmit Permit for Faron Bergeron. His family came to the cemetery on October 25 to put his ashes in the plot. They failed to contact the Sexton prior to that date. As the Sexton was at another burial service in the Northwest Section the family contacted the Sexton for proper placement. As the Sexton had not been contacted prior to this date, his schedule would not permit him to remain at the burial site, he did however mark out the plot for the family to make sure the ashes were put in the correct place. The burial process had been previously discussed with Mark Wenkel and he stated he woud contact the Sexton.

01/09/2026

Received a call from Keith Rogers regarding the death of his father Chris Rogers. He wanted to confirm the burial plot his father had. The plot was in the East Section #43, site one and two. He stated they would be having the burial service sometime in the spring. I advised him to contact the Sexton Caleb Whitney for the burial service; he stated he would take care of that.

Sandra Bowel

Clayton Township Cemetery Clerk

Clayton Township

February 9th, 2026

The Clayton Township Board met in regular session on January 12th, 2026, at the Clayton Township Hall.

Members present include: Robyn Fogarasi, Dave Bowen, Patti Berry, Byron Fogarasi, and Billy Daniels Jr.

Zoning Administrator: Frank Malenski

Assessor: Ronda Parks -Absent

Cemetery Clerk - Sandra Bowen

Public Attendance: See Attached.

The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m., followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.

The minutes from the January 12th meeting.

Motion for minutes:

Dave Bowen made the motion to approve the January 12th Regular Township Meeting minutes with corrections.

Billy Daniels supported the motion. The motion carried.

Next, public comment was offered. Sandra Bowen asked about progress on the discussion of memorial benches at the township cemetery and getting quotes from B&B Fabricating to build the benches.

Byron Fogarasi presented the supervisor's report. Byron mentioned the annual township meeting with the Road Commission was scheduled for February 23rd, at 6:45 pm. Byron also discussed some changes to the cost-share program

for the 2026 road work season.

Byron mentioned that the Board of Review will be held in the second week of March. The meeting dates are scheduled for March 11th, 3 pm-9 pm, and March 12th, 9 am-3 pm.

Robyn Fogarasi presented the Clerk's report. Robyn presented the principles of governance from MTA, which needed to be adopted.

Robyn also mentioned that the deadline for wording of township ballot proposals is May 12th. If trash collection is going to be on the ballot in August, it will need to be completed before then.

Robyn also discussed the upcoming township budget meeting. Robyn discussed a possible date to hold the meeting. In the past, we have held the meetings on Saturday morning to provide the public with the easiest chance to attend.

Patti Berry, Treasurer, presented the Treasurer's report:

Garbage Account - $120,643.35

General Fund - $497,531.80

Road Account - $31,609.20

Patti discussed conversations with GFLa bout issues with two of the township's dumpsters not being picked up. Patti also mentioned that the township is being billed for 339 cans, but only 289 are paid through the township service. Patti will work with GFL to correct the issue.

Billy Daniels, as trustee, discussed the recent public hearing held by the fire board on the joint venture with Standish.

Next, Dave Bowen, as trustee, had nothing to report.

Sandra Bowen presented her report on the activities at the cemetery - see attached report.

Frank Malenski discussed zoning issues for the month.

Ronda Parks, assessor, was absent.

Motions:

Dave moved to approve the principles of governance from MTA. Byron supported the motion, and the motion carried.

Billy moved to hold the Calyton Township budget meeting on Saturday, March 28, 2026, at 11:00 am. Patti seconded the motion, and the motion carried.

Billy moved to authorize the fireboard to begin the process of merging fire protection with Standish on Clayton Township's behalf. Dave seconded the motion. Roll call Vote, all yes, the motion carried.

Dave made the motion to pay the bills as presented; Patti supported the motion. The motion carried.

Finally, Dave made the motion to adjourn, and Billy seconded it. The motion carried, and the meeting was adjourned at 8:20 p.m.

Robyn Fogarasi, Clerk Byron Fogarasi, Supervisor

Sandra Bowen

Clayton Township Cemetery Secretary

4530 Maple Ridge Rd.

Sterling, Mi 48659

989-654-3249

01/13/2026·02/11/2026

01/26/2026

Received a call from Joe of Lee Ramsey Funeral Home requesting information regarding the cost of a cremation burial and full burial. I told him the cremation cost but referred him to Caleb for the full

burial cost.

01/30/2026

Received a call from Mark Lewis, Gr.Gr. Grandson of William Henry lewis who is a Civil War Veteran buried in our cemetery. He stated he was working on his family history and asked if I had any information I could share with him. I found documents regarding William Henry Lewis, Phillip Marvin and Luther Johnson, both men being connected to Mr. Lewis . I forwarded all info to him.

02/01/2026

Received a phone call from Rodney Bergeron stating he would be bringing a payment of $125.00 from Faron Bergeron to cover the burial cost of his son Faron. The funds were given to Patti our Treasurer tonight.

02/05/2026

I received a notice from the company that supplies our veteran flags. The flags were discounted from $3.29 to $2.05 with an additional 20% off, making the cost per flag $'1.74 each. The flags are double sided also. I ordered 140 as we have 136 veterans in our cemetery. I do have a supply of new flags from previous orders that will cover any need for replacements.

Sandra Bowen

Clayton Township Cemetery Secretary

Clayton Township

March 9th, 2026

The Clayton Township Board met in regular session on March 9th, 2026, at the Clayton Township Hall.

Members present include: Robyn Fogarasi, Dave Bowen, Patti Berry, Byron Fogarasi, and Billy Daniels Jr.

Zoning Administrator: Frank Malenski

Assessor: Ronda Parks - Absent

Cemetery Clerk - Sandra Bowen

Public Attendance: See Attached.

The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m., followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.

The minutes from the February 9th meeting.

Motion for minutes:

Dave Bowen moved to approved the February 9th Regular Township Meeting minutes. Billy Daniels supported the motion. The motion carried.

Next, public comment was offered. Sandra Bowen discussed the progress on memorial benches at the township cemetery. B & B Fabricating bid $1,750 per bench for a premade design and $1,950 for a custom-designed bench.

Mark Gillen presented a flyer for an upcoming meet-the-candidate event at Whittemore Prescott High School.

Byron FOgarasi presented the supervisor's report. Byron summarized the recent road commission meeting. The 2026 program will include $5,000 in brush work, $10,000 in discretionary money, and a 40/60 cost-share program up to $150,000.

Potential road work for the upcoming season was discussed.

Byron mentioned he had contacted the township attorney about the issues at the Amish Cemetery.

Robyn Fogarasi presented the Clerk's report. Robyn discussed spring clean-up, which will be held on May 2nd at the Clayton Township Hall from 9-12.

Robyn also reminded the board that the budget workshop will be held March 24th at 7pm and the budget meeting will be held on March 28th at 11 am.

Patti Berry, Treasurer, presented the Treasurer's report:

Garbage Account: $115,667.00

General Fund: $522, 977. 98

Road Account - $39,945.54

Patti discussed ongoing issues with GFL about trash collection services and billing.

Billy Daniels, as trustee, discussed the recent fireboard meeting. The fire board voted to proceed with the merger with the Standish Fire Authority. An attorney will begin drafting paperwork to facilitate the process.

Next, Dave Bowen, as trustee, discussed the planning commission meeting. Andrew Yoder was present at the planning commission meeting to begin the process of obtaining a special use permit.

A discussion was held about the permit fee and fines associated with completing the project without a permit.

Dave also discussed looking into situations brought to the board's attention about other individuals in the township about potential automotive repair shops being operated without proper permits.

Sandra Bowen presented her report on the activities at the cemetery - see attached report.

Frank Malenski discussed zoning issues for the month.

Ronda Parks, assessor, was absent.

Motions:

Dave moved to proceed with a case against the Amish for failing to comply with the township's requests for the required items to zone a cemetery. Billy supported the motion and the motion carried.

Robyn moved to have B & B Fabricating make 10-12 benches with custom designs ($1,950) for the cemetery, to be paid for by the township members. Patti seconded the motion, and the motion carried.

Billy moved to enforce the permit fee ($1,000) and a fine of four times the permit fee ($4000), as stated in the zoning. Dave seconded the motion. Roll-call vote: all yes; motion carried.

Dave moved to stop work at the sawmill site until the permit process is completed. Patti seconded the motion, and the motion carried.

Dave made the motion to pay the bills as presented; Patti supported the motion. The motion carried.

Finally, Dave made the motion to adjourn, and Billy supported the motion. The motion carried, and the meeting was adjourned at 8:40 p.m.

________________________ ________________________

Robyn Fogarasi, Clerk Byron Fogarasi, Supervisor

Sandra Bowen

Clayton Township Cemetery Clerk

4530 Maple Ridge Rd.

Sterling, Mi 48659

989-654-3249

02/13/2026-03/09/2026

02/17/2026

Received a call from Chris Walsh regarding the procedure for removal of an exising marker and installation of a new marker. Plot in the NW Section #50. Both ashes are buried in Site #1.

He stated the ashes of his Grandmother Clarissa Barber were buried in the family plot but did not have a marker. His mother Arissa Walsh whose ashes were buried in the plot has a marker. It is his intention to remove the existing marker and replace it with a marker showing both burials. He stated his Grandmother died before he was born and was hoping his family members would put a marker on her grave but so far no one has made the effort so he is having the marker made and installed himself.

I referred him to Caleb for further information regarding procedure and cost.

02/19/2026

Received a call from John Hoffman asking who I would recommend for a Monument Company. I gave him the name of Huran Granite 1576 W. Cottage Grove Rd. Linwood, Mi 48634. Phone 989-662-6066.

He stated his step-father George Hoffman had passed away and was in need of a headstone.

Sandra Bowen

Clayton Township Cemetery Clerk

Clayton Township

March 28th, 2026

The Clayton Township Board met in a special budget session on March 28th, 2026, at the Clayton Township Hall.

Members present include: Robyn Fogarasi, Dave Bowen, Patti Berry, Byron Fogarasi, and Billy Daniels Jr

Zoning Administrator: Frank Malenski

Assessor: Ronda Parks - Absent

Cemetery Clerk - Sandra Bowen

Public Attendance: See Attached.

The meeting was called to order at 11:00 a.m., followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.

Robyn Fogarasi presented the proposed 2026-27 budget for the board discussion.

Road work orders were discussed. The board will get a bid from the road commission to pulverize a mile of Biship Rd from Main Street Rd to Berry Rd. The plan would be to maintain the mile of road as gravel for the foreseeable future.

Motions:

Dave moved to gravel Fritz Rd from Knight Rd to Townline Rd, $35,700. Billy supported the motion and the motion carried.

Robyn moved to gravel Dobler Rd from Knight Rd to Main Street Rd, $35,700. Patti seconded the motion and the motion carried.

Billy moved to gravel Dobler Rd from Berry Rd to Maple Ridge Rd. Dave seconded the motion, $35,700. The motion carried.

Dave made the motion to gravel Dobler Rd from the end of the asphalt to LaGrant Rd, $21,000. Patti supported the motion. The motion carried.

Patti moved to purchase 2 8-ft tables, 3 6 foot tables, and a cart for the tables at a cost of up to $700. Billy seconded the motion, and the motion carried.

Finally, Dave made the motion to adjourn, Billy supported the motion. The motion carried.

The meeting was adjourned at 12:40 p.m.

__________________________ __________________________

Robyn Fogarasi, Clerk Byron Fogarasi, Supervisor

Clayton Township 

April 13th, 2026 

The Clayton Township Board met in regular session on April 13th, 2026, at the Clayton Township Hall. 

Members present include: Robyn Fogarasi, Dave Bowen, Patti Berry, Byron Fogarasi, and Billy Daniels Jr. 

Zoning Administrator: Frank Malenski 

Assessor: Ronda Parks - Absent 

Cemetery Clerk - Sandra Bowen 

Public Attendance: See Attached. 

The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m., followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. 

The minutes from the March 9th and March 28th meetings were discussed. 

Motion for minutes: 

Dave Bowen moved to approve the March 9th Regular Township Meeting minutes. Billy Daniels supported the motion. The motion carried. 

Dave Bowen moved to approve the March 28th Budget Meeting minutes. Patti Berry seconded the motion, and the motion carried. 

Next, public comment was offered. 

Byron Fogarasi presented the supervisor's report. Byron presented a roadwork order to grind the asphalt on Bishop Road. 

Next, Byron discussed the possibility of a special assessment district used for trash collection. This would create a list of properties to be included for potential services, all charged equally. 

Robyn Fogarasi presented the Clerk's report. Robyn discussed the spring clean-up, which will be held on May 2nd at the Clayton Township Hall from 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. 

Robyn also reminded the board that Calyton Township will be hosting the quarterly MTA meeting on April 16th at the Deep River Township Hall. 

Finally, Robyn discussed updating the military honor rolls in the hall. Robyn suggested creating new boards and tags to give the honor roll a new look. 

Patti Berry, Treasurer, presented the Treasurer's report: 

Garbage Account - $113,122.04 

General Fund - $516,177.38 

Road Account - $34,464.38 

Billy Daniels, as trustee, discussed the recent fireboard meeting. The fireboard voted to proceed with the merger with the Standish Fire Authority. A one-year trial period will begin on July 1, 2026. At the end of the year, the two departments will officially join. 

Next, Dave Bowen, as trustee, discussed the planning commission meeting. A public hearing will be held on May 7th to discuss the special use permit for Andrew Yoder's sawmill. Dave also mentioned some discussion about a possible moratorium on data centers. Byron will contact the township attorney to discuss the issue. 

Sandra Bowen presented her report on the activities at the cemetery-see attached report. 

Frank Malenski discussed zoning issues for the month. 

Ronda Parks, assessor, was absent. 

An opportunity for public comment was offered: 

• Sandra Bowen asked whether vegetable stands require a special-use permit. 

• Nick Southworth questioned the amount of the fine for Andrew Yoder's sawmill. 

• Sandra Bowen presented a letter regarding the planning commission's recent vote on the special use permit and fine for Andrew Yoder. 

Motions: 

Patti made the motion to use Schulze, Oswald, Miller & Edwards P.C. to perform the township's 2026/2027 audit. Billy supported the motion, which was carried out. 

Next, Patti made a motion to adopt a Resolution of Tax Certification for Taxes Levied in 2026. Dave supported the motion. Roll call: All yes, the motion carried. 

Billy motioned to hold the regular township meetings on the second Monday of each month at 7:00 p.m. Dave supported the motion. Roll call: All yes, the motion carried. 

Patti made the motion to keep the township funds at Independent Bank. Robyn supported the motion. Roll call: All yes, the motion carried. 

Patti resolved to establish the Clerk's salary at $9,281.25 per year. Dave supported the motion. Roll call: All yes, the motion carried. 

Patti resolved to establish the Supervisor's salary at $7,864.96 per year. Billly supported the motion. Roll call: All yes, the motion carried. 

Patti resolved to establish the Trustee's salary at $2,200.04 per year. Robyn supported the motion. Roll call: All yes, the motion carried. 

Dave resolved to establish the Treasurer's salary at $11,131.96 per year. Billy supported the motion. Roll call: All yes, the motion carried. 

Patti motioned for Elite Services to perform mowing duties at the township hall and cemetery. Billy supported the motion. Roll call: All yes, the motion carried. 

Patti moved to have Elite Services charge $200.00 for mowing at the township hall and $700.00 for mowing at the cemetery each time service is performed. Robyn supported the motion. Roll call: All yes, the motion carried. 

Dave motioned to have Elite Services top off grave sites at $30.00 per time. Robyn supported the motion. Roll call: All yes, the motion carried. 

Dave motioned to establish cemetery wages at $900.00 per year. Billy supported the motion. Roll call: All yes, the motion carried. 

Patti moved to have D&L Contracting perform maintenance at the hall. Dave supported the motion. Roll call: All yes, the motion carried. 

Patti motioned to establish the zoning administrator's wages at $400.00 per month. Dave supported the motion. Roll call: All yes, the motion carried. 

Patti motioned to allow Clayton Township residents to rent the hall at $75.00 per rental, with a $25.00 deposit refunded if the hall is not damaged. Robyn supported the motion. Roll call: All yes, the motion carried. 

Patti motioned to establish meeting salaries at $60.00 for half-day meetings and $120.00 for full-day meetings. Billy supported the motion. Roll call: All yes, the motion carried. 

Byron motioned to establish the Election Chair's wages at $17.00 per hour and the Election Worker's wages at $15.00 * per hour. Billy supported the motion. Roll call: All yes; the motion carried. 

Billy motioned to utilize Act 33 of 1951 for the use of fire protection for Clayton Township. Byron supported the motion. Roll call: All yes, the motion carried. 

Dave moved to proceed with grinding 1 mile of Bishop Road (from Main Street Road to Berry Road) at a cost of $46,650.00. Billy supported the motion, and the motion carried. 

Billy moved to proceed with a special assessment district for trash collection. Patti seconded the motion; the motion carried. 

Dave moved to get new plaques for the military honor roll in the hall, up to $1,000. Billy seconded the motion, and the motion carried. 

Dave moved to pay the bills as presented; Patti supported the motion. The motion carried. 

Finally, Dave made the motion to adjourn, and Billy seconded it. The motion carried, and the meeting was adjourned at 8:50 p.m.

___________________________ ___________________________

Robyn Fogarasi, Clerk Byron Fogarasi, Supervisor

Sandra Bowen 

4530 Maple Ridge Rd. 

Sterling, Michigan 48659 989-654-3249 

3/10/2026-4/13/2026 

4/1/2026 

I spoke with Barb Rice regarding presence of her husband Gerald's ashes. She stated she has them at home and will be mixed with her ashes at the time of her death. Gerald is listed on the headstone so his name will be added to the board listing. It is extremely difficult to keep tract of situations such as this unless I walk the cemetery and check on the new burials with markers. 

She also stated her brother had passed away in Idaho and was cremated. She wishes to put his ashes in their plot when the estate is settled. She stated she would get back with me at the time of the burial. 

Sandra Bowen 

Clayton Township Cemetery Clerk 

Clayton Township 

May 11th, 2026 

The Clayton Township Board met in regular session on May 11th, 2026, at the Clayton Township Hall. 

Members present include: Robyn Fogarasi, Dave Bowen, Patti Berry, Byron Fogarasi, and Billy Daniels Jr 

Zoning Administrator: Frank Malenski 

Assessor: Ronda Parks - Absent 

Cemetery Clerk: Sandra Bowen - Absent 

Public Attendance: See Attached. 

The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m., followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. 

The minutes from the April 13th meeting were discussed. 

Motion for minutes: 

Dave Bowen moved to approve the April 13th Regular Township Meeting minutes. Byron Fogarasi supported the motion. The motion carried. 

Next, public comment was offered. 

Byron Fogarasi presented the supervisor's report. Byron discussed a roadwork order to grind the asphalt on Bishop Road. 

Byron discussed the possibility of a special assessment district used for trash collection. This would create a list of properties to be included for potential services, all charged equally. 

Byron mentioned he had been working with the township attorney on paperwork for a moratorium on data centers and that he should have it before the next planning commission meeting. 

Robyn Fogarasi presented the Clerk's report. Robyn discussed a letter she had received from STING regarding donations from the townships served by the program. Byron will reach out to Sheriff Mosciski about donations. 

Robyn also mentioned that the upcoming training for this year's elections will be held on May 28th, 9:00a.m. - 12:00 p.m., and May 29th, 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m., at the fairgrounds. 

Patti Berry, Treasurer, presented the Treasurer's report: 

Garbage Account - $101,275.31 

General Fund - $525,574.02 

Road Account - $39,482.61 

Patti also mentioned she is still waiting for her tax books to be returned from the county. Patti has a meeting with the county treasurer on May 18th. 

Billy Daniels, as trustee, discussed the recent spring cleanup. Everything went well. Many tons of trash were collected, along with hundreds of tires. 

Billy also discussed sending a letter to all township residents who have not paid for trash pickup. The letter will inform residents that if the trash payment is not received, the cans will be collected immediately. 

Billy also discussed issues with getting inspections done in a timely manner through the county building department. Billy discussed using Area Code Enforcement to handle building inspection duties going forward. 

Next, Dave Bowen, as trustee, discussed the planning commission meeting. A public hearing was held regarding Andrew Yoder's sawmill. Mr. Yoder paid the $4,000 fine for beginning the project without obtaining the proper permits. The planning commission voted 4-1 to approve the special use permit and send the issue to the township board for their consideration. Dave Bowen voiced his concerns about the placement of the driveway on Maple Ridge Road for the sawmill. Frank Malenski, Zoning Administrator, stated he had spoken with the Arenac County Road Commission superintendent, Brad Stauffer, and they do not want the driveway moved. 

Bob Messenger, Planning Commission Chairman, stated that he had again informed Daniel Yoder of the proper procedure and the necessary paperwork to continue with the cemetery project. Bob discussed a letter from the Central Michigan Health Department dated June 14, 2024, which stated they had found the proposed cemetery site unsuitable for use as a cemetery. Bob directed Mr. Yoder to bring the required documents to the June planning commission meeting. 

Sanda Bowen, cemetery clerk, was absent. 

Frank Malenski discussed zoning issues for the month. 

Ronda Parks, assessor, was absent. 

An opportunity for public comment was offered. 

Motions: 

Patti moved to send a letter to all residents who have not paid for trash collection. Robyn supported the motion, and the motion carried. 

Billy moved to proceed with a public hearing for a special assessment district for trash collection at the June 8th meeting at 7 pm. Patti seconded the motion, and the motion carried. 

Billy moved to approve the special use permit for Andrew Yoder as recommended by the planning commission. Byron seconded the motion. Roll call vote: Robyn - yes, Patti - yes, Billy - yes, Byron - yes, Dave - no. Motion carried. 

Billy moved to pay the bills as presented; Dave supported the motion. The motion carried. 

Finally, Dave moved to adjourn; Billy supported the motion. The motion carried, and the meeting was adjourned at 7:50 p.m.

___________________________ ___________________________

Robyn Fogarasi, Clerk Byron Fogarasi, Supervisor

Clayton Township 

June 8th, 2026 

The Clayton Township Board met in regular session on June 8th, 2026, at the Clayton Township Hall. 

Members present include: Robyn Fogarasi, Dave Bowen, Patti Berry, Byron Fogarasi, and Billy Daniels Jr 

Zoning Administrator: Frank Malenski 

Assessor: Ronda Parks - Absent 

Cemetery Clerk - Sandra Bowen - Absent 

Public Attendance: See Attached. 

The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m., followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. 

The minutes of the May 11th meeting were discussed. 

Motion for minutes: 

Dave Bowen moved to approve the May 11th Regular Township Meeting minutes. Billy Daniels supported the motion. The motion carried. 

Next, public comment was offered. Jim Hazeltine was present to discuss his candidacy for Arenac County Road Commissioner. Paul Golembieski was present to discuss his candidacy for Arenac County Road Commissioner. 

Byron closed the regular meeting and opened the public hearing for township-wide trash collection at 7:04 p.m. Byron discussed the residential building report he had collected from the assessor. It has 614 residential buildings, but some of the list entries are duplicates. The list will need to be checked to remove duplicates before a final list is generated. 

A second public hearing needs to be held so property owners can dispute their inclusion in the special assessment district. 

Byron closed the public hearing and reopened the regular meeting at 7:14 p.m. 

Byron Fogarasi presented the Supervisor's report. Byron presented the resolution authorizing entry into the Standish Area Fire Authority for a 1-year trial period, beginning July 1st, 2026, and ending June 30th, 2027. 

Byron discussed a second representative for the township to serve on the fire authority board. 

Byron mentioned he had been working with the township attorney on paperwork for a moratorium on data centers. Byron discussed the resolution to adopt a 12-month moratorium on data center development. 

Finally, Byron discussed the township brush work provided by the county. Dave suggested brushing on Fritz Road. 

Robyn Fogarasi presented the Clerk's report. Robyn discussed a letter she had received from STING regarding donations. from the townships served by the program. 

Robyn also presented a list of election inspectors for the upcoming elections. 

Patti Berry, Treasurer, presented the Treasurer's report: 

Garbage Account - $102,521.80 

General Fund - $522,662.08 

Road Account - $41,806.21 

Patti mentioned the delinquent garbage letters went out last month. 

Billy Daniels, as trustee, discussed the recent fireboard meeting. 

Billy also discussed collecting trash cans from the 24 residents who still haven't paid for 2026 trash collection. 

Next, Dave Bowen, as trustee, had nothing to report. 

Bob Messenger, Planning Commission Chairman, stated that he had again informed Daniel Yoder of the proper procedure and the necessary paperwork to continue with the cemetery project. Bob had not yet received any of the requested documents to begin the process. If documents are not received by July 13th, the township will again refer the matter to the attorney to resolve the situation. 

Frank Malenski discussed zoning issues for the month. 

Ronda Parks, assessor, was absent. 

An opportunity for public comment was offered. 

Motions: 

Patti moved to adopt a police power ordinance to allow the township to enact moratoriums by resolution approved by the township board. Billy supported the motion. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried. 

Dave moved to approve a resolution to adopt a moratorium on the development of data centers for 12 months, effective June 8th, 2026. Patti supported the motion. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried. 

Byron moved to approve Bridget Fogarasi, Scott Hidden, Sarah Green, Robyn Fogarasi, and Mark Gillen as election workers. Patti Berry supported the motion. The motion carried. 

Byron moved to use county cost-share funds to do brushing on Fritz Road. Billy seconded the motion, and the motion carried. 

Patti moved to pay the bills as presented; Dave supported the motion. The motion carried. 

Finally, Dave moved to adjourn; Billy supported the motion. The motion carried, and the meeting was adjourned at 8:30 p.m. 

____________________ ____________________

Robyn Fogarasi, Clerk Byron Fogarasi, Supervisor