Board adopts new committee structure after trustees debate oversight

Dec 16, 2025

After trustee discussion about staff-selected committee membership and oversight, the board voted to adopt a proposed committee reorganization; one trustee voted no and the board agreed to review how the structure works at year end.

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The board debated a proposed new structure for township committees that would combine some functions and shift operational appointment authority to staff for non-statutory committees. Trustee Kate Hagerman asked what oversight the board would have if staff-selected committee members "do not seem to be working well," and the supervisor said the board could change the structure later or offer direct feedback when Karen presents a more detailed plan.

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