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Pellston council notes Boy Scouts reorganization, schedules DDA‑sponsored sledding party and discusses snowplow accident
Summary
Council discussed the dissolution and potential rechartering of Boy Scouts Troop #2, heard a maintenance report on a snowplow accident with no tickets issued, and noted a DDA‑sponsored sledding party Feb. 23. The council also agreed to send a reminder about trash cans with tax bills.
At the Feb. 10 meeting, Pellston council members heard a public comment from Bruce Emus about Boy Scouts Troop #2, which the minutes say has dissolved and may be reorganized. Emus told the council five children are required to start a new chartered unit and said the Boy Scouts will advertise in coordination with local schools. Council President Jim Gillett said Scoutmaster Wayne Auarand has requested that the troop’s funds and inventory revert to the Village until another troop is formed.
In department reports, DPW Supervisor Art Massey updated the council on a snowplow accident. The minutes state that no tickets were issued under Michigan’s no‑fault rules and that the matter is considered closed. Massey also raised concerns about trash cans left in the roadway after pickup; the council agreed to include a reminder to residents with upcoming tax bills.
Recreation and DDA business: The council noted the Downtown Development Authority (DDA) approved its 2025–26 budget and will sponsor a community sledding party at Pioneer Park on Sunday, Feb. 23 from 12:30–3:30 p.m.
Planning/Zoning: The planning commission is reviewing a proposed hazard mitigation plan for FEMA that was developed by Emmet County; the minutes record only that the plan is under review, not that the council took action on it.
Why it matters: These items affect local youth programming, public works operations and community events. Returning scout assets to the village preserves accountability while leaders seek to recharter a unit. The snowplow report and the trash‑can reminder address public‑safety and roadway clearance concerns.
