WINDSOR CHARTER TOWNSHIP

EATON COUNTY, MICHIGAN

RESOLUTION NO. 26-014

RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING APPLICATION FOR THE CONSUMERS ENERGY FOUNDATION COMMUNITY IMPACT AWARD PROGRAM

WHEREAS, Windsor Charter Township is committed to preserving the historical resources, community character, and cultural heritage of the Township for the benefit of current and future generations; and

WHEREAS, West Windsor, Pray, and Skinner Cemeteries are historic burial grounds containing the graves of early settlers, veterans, community leaders, and families who helped establish and shape Windsor Township; and

WHEREAS, age, weather, vegetation, and other environmental conditions have contributed to the deterioration of historic grave markers and other features within these cemeteries, creating a need for continued preservation and rehabilitation efforts; and

WHEREAS, residents and community volunteers have demonstrated significant interest in preserving the Township’s cemetery history, including volunteer efforts to clean and restore historic grave markers, research the individuals buried within the cemeteries, and share their stories with the community; and

WHEREAS, the Consumers Energy Foundation Community Impact Award Program provides grants of up to $20,000 for community-led projects that address demonstrated community needs, create visible and meaningful improvements, encourage community involvement, and promote collaboration among local organizations; and

WHEREAS, Windsor Charter Township proposes to submit an application for up to $20,000 through the Consumers Energy Foundation Community Impact Award Program for the Windsor Township Pioneer Cemetery Preservation & Heritage Project; and

WHEREAS, proposed project activities may include the repair, resetting, stabilization, and appropriate replacement of deteriorated historic grave markers at West Windsor, Pray, and Skinner Cemeteries; installation of durable, weather-resistant cemetery identification and historical signage; installation of flagpoles and appropriate lighting; acquisition of cemetery preservation materials; historical and genealogical research; and community volunteer and educational activities; and

WHEREAS, the proposed project will build upon existing Township and community preservation efforts and will help ensure that these historic cemeteries and the stories of the people interred within them are preserved for future generations.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Windsor Charter Township Board hereby supports and authorizes the submission of an application to the Consumers Energy Foundation Community Impact Award Program requesting grant funding of up to $20,000 for the Windsor Township Pioneer Cemetery Preservation & Heritage Project.

BE FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Township Clerk is hereby authorized to prepare, execute, and submit the grant application and any supporting documentation necessary for consideration of the Township’s application.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that, if grant funding is awarded, the Township is authorized to accept the award and administer the project in accordance with the terms and conditions of the grant, subject to applicable Township budgeting, purchasing, contracting, and approval requirements.

BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED, that the Windsor Charter Township Board recognizes and appreciates the residents, volunteers, historical organizations, and community partners whose efforts have helped preserve and share the history of Windsor Township’s cemeteries and supports the continuation and expansion of these preservation efforts.

A motion was made by Slucter to approve Resolution 26-014 and seconded by Myers.

AYES: Shaw, Slucter, Rumsey, Myers, Gardner, and Barnhart-Smith

NAYS: None

ABSENT: Pray

RESOLUTION DECLARED: Passed

CERTIFICATION

I, Meredith Barnhart-Smith, Clerk of Windsor Charter Township, Eaton County, Michigan, hereby certify that the foregoing is a true and complete copy of a resolution adopted by the Windsor Charter Township Board at a regular/special meeting held on September 8th, 2026, and that said meeting was conducted and public notice of said meeting was given pursuant to and in full compliance with the Michigan Open Meetings Act, Public Act 267 of 1976, as amended.

Meredith Barnhart-Smith, Township Clerk