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MINUTES OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY ELECTION COMMISSIONERS
CALL TO ORDER:
The Board of County Election Commissioners meeting was called to order by the Honorable Jennifer
Callaghan on April 27, 2026 at 1:31 p.m. in the Oakland County Elections Division, Board of
Canvassers/Training Room, 1st floor, West Wing Extension, 1200 N. Telegraph Rd., Pontiac, MI 48341.
ROLL CALL:
MEMBERS PRESENT: Callaghan, Brown, Wittenberg. (3)
ABSENT: None. (0)
OTHERS PRESENT : Joseph J. Rozell, Director of Elections; Heather Kadulski, Elections Supervisor;
and Brandon Buck, Corporation Counsel.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA:
Moved by WITTENBERG seconded by BROWN to amend the agenda to add Approval of License
Agreement for Early Voting Site #18 as Item A on the agenda and to also amend Item I. b. to Petition
#2. Motion carried.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Moved by BROWN seconded by WITTENBERG to approve the minutes of the April 16, 2026 Board of
County Election Commissioners Meeting. Motion carried.
NEW BUSINESS:
A. APPROVAL OF LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR EARLY VOTING SITE #18
Moved by BROWN seconded by WITTENBERG to approve the License Agreement for Early Voting Site
#18. Motion carried.
B. RECALL
Judge Callaghan advised that proper notice had been given for today’s meeting for the recall of David T.
Woodward, County Commissioner – 1st District, John Dolan, Supervisor, Charter Township of Lyon,
Michele Cash, Clerk, Charter Township of Lyon, Patricia Carcone, Treasurer, Charter Township of Lyon,
Lise Blades, Trustee, Charter Township of Lyon, Kristofer Enlow, Trustee, Charter Township of Lyon, Sean
O’Neil, Trustee, Charter Township of Lyon and Robert Swain, Trustee, Charter Township of Lyon. She
also advised that the purpose of today’s meeting according to MCL 168.952 of Michigan Election Law, is
that the Commission shall meet and determine whether each reason for the recall stated in the petitions is
of factual and sufficient clarity to enable the officer(s) whose recall is being sought and the electors to
identify the course of conduct which is the basis of the recall.
I. RECALL OF DAVID T. WOODWARD
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DAVID T. WOODWARD, PETITION A
“On April 8, 2026, at the Oakland County Board of Commissioners meeting held in Pontiac, MI,
Commissioner David T. Woodward (District 1) voted yes on Miscellaneous Resolution #2026-6416 titled
Project Prove It with Flock Group for Unmanned Air Support.”
Judge Callaghan disclosed she is a resident of David T. Woodward’s County Commission District and saw
no conflict of interest in her decision.
Judge Callaghan asked if there was anyone present who wished to come forward to speak as a proponent
of the petition. No one spoke as a proponent of the petition.
Judge Callaghan asked if there was anyone present who wished to come forward to speak in opposition to
the petition. Mark Brewer spoke in opposition of the petition.
Discussion followed.
Moved by WITTENBERG seconded by BROWN that the petition submitted by Kevin T. Grimm for David T.
Woodward, County Commissioner – 1st District be approved.
VOTE ON DAVID T. WOODWARD, PETITION A: AYES: WITTENBERG, BROWN, CALLAGHAN. (3)
NAYS: NONE. (0)
The petition was APPROVED.
DAVID T. WOODWARD, PETITION B
“On April 8, 2026, at the Oakland County Board of Commissioners meeting held in Pontiac, MI,
Commissioner David T. Woodward (District 1) voted yes on Miscellaneous Resolution #2026-6416.”
Judge Callaghan asked if there was anyone present who wished to come forward to speak as a proponent
of the petition. Mike Flores, Susan Kuhn, Jenna Lindsay, Taya Lyons, Madelynne Los, Jennifer Newton,
Sandra Carolan, Nicole Buzynski, Nabil Sater, Roswell Barranco, John Maguire, Amrit Kohli, Drew
Marezewski, Anne Rzal and Tracee Guibord spoke as a proponent of the petition.
Judge Callaghan asked if there was anyone present who wished to come forward to speak in opposition to
the petition. Mark Brewer spoke in opposition of the petition.
Discussion followed.
Moved by BROWN seconded by WITTENBERG that the petition submitted by Kevin T. Grimm for David T.
Woodward, County Commissioner – 1st District be disapproved.
VOTE ON DAVID T. WOODWARD, PETITION B: AYES: BROWN, WITTENBERG, CALLAGHAN. (3)
NAYS: NONE. (0)
The petition was DISAPPROVED.
DAVID T. WOODWARD, PETITION C
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“On April 8, 2026, at the Oakland County Board of Commissioners meeting held in Pontiac, MI,
Commissioner David T. Woodward (District 1) voted yes on Miscellaneous Resolution #2026-6416 titled
Project Prove It with Flock Group for Unmanned Air Support, before the Public Comment agenda item.”
Judge Callaghan asked if there was anyone present who wished to come forward to speak as a proponent
of the petition. Justine Galbraith, Mike Flores, Ren Nushaj, Jean Bartus, Madelynne Los, Sandra Carolan
and Drew Marezewski spoke as a proponent of the petition.
Judge Callaghan asked if there was anyone present who wished to come forward to speak in opposition to
the petition. Mark Brewer spoke in opposition of the petition.
Discussion followed.
Moved by CALLAGHAN seconded by WITTENBERG that the petition submitted by Kevin T. Grimm for
David T. Woodward, County Commissioner – 1st District be approved.
VOTE ON DAVID T. WOODWARD, PETITION C: AYES: CALLAGHAN, WITTENBERG, BROWN. (3)
NAYS: NONE. (0)
The petition was APPROVED.
II. RECALL OF JOHN DOLAN
JOHN DOLAN, PETITION A
“On June 2, 2025 at the Lyon Township Board of Trustees meeting held at the Lyon Township Municipal
Center, 58000 Grand River Ave, New Hudson, MI 48165, Supervisor John Dolan voted in the affirmative to
authorize the Lyon Township Supervisor and the Lyon Township Treasurer to negotiate and offer $300,000
for the acquisition of property parcel numbers 21-03-305-005 and 21-03-351-027 located at 56601 Grand
River Ave, New Hudson MI 48165, next to the United States Post Office in New Hudson.”
Judge Callaghan asked if there was anyone present who wished to come forward to speak as a proponent
of the petition. Dan Wholihan spoke as a proponent of the petition.
Judge Callaghan asked if there was anyone present who wished to come forward to speak in opposition to
the petition. Joellen Shortley and John Dolan spoke in opposition of the petition.
Discussion followed.
Moved by BROWN seconded by CALLAGHAN that the petition submitted by Nancy Hopkins for John
Dolan, Supervisor, Charter Township of Lyon be disapproved.
VOTE ON JOHN DOLAN, PETITION A: AYES: BROWN, CALLAGHAN, WITTENBERG. (3)
NAYS: NONE. (0)
The petition was DISAPPROVED.
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JOHN DOLAN, PETITION B
“On November 5, 2025 at the Lyon Township Board of Trustees meeting held at the Lyon Township
Municipal Center, 58000 Grand River Ave, New Hudson, MI 48165, Supervisor John Dolan voted in the
affirmative to direct Lyon Township staff to move ahead with creation of a policy for future consideration by
the Board of Trustees to amend the Lyon Township tax agreement policy, RESOLUTION 2022-09, to allow
tax abatements in Lyon Township.”
Judge Callaghan asked if there was anyone present who wished to come forward to speak as a proponent
of the petition. Dan Wholihan spoke as a proponent of the petition.
Judge Callaghan asked if there was anyone present who wished to come forward to speak in opposition to
the petition. Joellen Shortley spoke in opposition of the petition.
Discussion followed.
Moved by BROWN seconded by WITTENBERG that the petition submitted by Nancy Hopkins for John
Dolan, Supervisor, Charter Township of Lyon be disapproved.
VOTE ON JOHN DOLAN, PETITION B: AYES: BROWN, WITTENBERG, CALLAGHAN. (3)
NAYS: NONE. (0)
The petition was DISAPPROVED.
JOHN DOLAN, PETITION C
“On January 5, 2026 at the Lyon Township Board of Trustees meeting held at the Lyon Township Municipal
Center, 58000 Grand River Ave, New Hudson, MI 48165, Supervisor John Dolan voted in favor of
RESOLUTION NO. 2026-01 to increase the annual salary of the Township Supervisor from $95,790.00 to
$99,625.00.”
Judge Callaghan asked if there was anyone present who wished to come forward to speak as a proponent
of the petition. Dan Wholihan spoke as a proponent of the petition.
Judge Callaghan asked if there was anyone present who wished to come forward to speak in opposition to
the petition. Joellen Shortley spoke in opposition of the petition.
Discussion followed.
Moved by CALLAGHAN seconded by WITTENBERG that the petition submitted by Nancy Hopkins for
John Dolan, Supervisor, Charter Township of Lyon be approved.
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VOTE ON JOHN DOLAN, PETITION C: AYES: CALLAGHAN, WITTENBERG, BROWN. (3)
NAYS: NONE. (0)
The petition was APPROVED.
III. RECALL OF MICHELE CASH
MICHELE CASH, PETITION A
“On June 2, 2025 at the Lyon Township Board of Trustees meeting held at the Lyon Township Municipal
Center, 58000 Grand River Ave, New Hudson, MI 48165, Clerk Michele Cash voted in the affirmative to
authorize the Lyon Township Supervisor and the Lyon Township Treasurer to negotiate and offer $300,000
for the acquisition of property parcel numbers 21-03-305-005 and 21-03-351-027 located at 56601 Grand
River Ave, New Hudson MI 48165, next to the United States Post Office in New Hudson.”
Judge Callaghan asked if there was anyone present who wished to come forward to speak as a proponent
of the petition. No one spoke as a proponent of the petition.
Judge Callaghan asked if there was anyone present who wished to come forward to speak in opposition to
the petition. Joellen Shortley spoke in opposition of the petition.
Discussion followed.
Moved by BROWN seconded by WITTENBERG that the petition submitted by Nancy Hopkins for Michele
Cash, Clerk, Charter Township of Lyon be disapproved.
VOTE ON MICHELE CASH, PETITION A: AYES: BROWN, WITTENBERG, CALLAGHAN. (3)
NAYS: NONE. (0)
The petition was DISAPPROVED.
MICHELE CASH, PETITION B
“On November 5, 2025 at the Lyon Township Board of Trustees meeting held at the Lyon Township
Municipal Center, 58000 Grand River Ave, New Hudson, MI 48165, Clerk Michele Cash voted in the
affirmative to direct Lyon Township staff to move ahead with creation of a policy for future consideration by
the Board of Trustees to amend the Lyon Township tax agreement policy, RESOLUTION 2022-09, to allow
tax abatements in Lyon Township.”
Judge Callaghan asked if there was anyone present who wished to come forward to speak as a proponent
of the petition. No one spoke as a proponent of the petition.
Judge Callaghan asked if there was anyone present who wished to come forward to speak in opposition to
the petition. Joellen Shortley spoke in opposition of the petition.
Discussion followed.
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Moved by WITTENBERG seconded by BROWN that the petition submitted by Nancy Hopkins for Michele
Cash, Clerk, Charter Township of Lyon be disapproved.
VOTE ON MICHELE CASH, PETITION B: AYES: WITTENBERG, BROWN, CALLAGHAN. (3)
NAYS: NONE. (0)
The petition was DISAPPROVED.
MICHELE CASH, PETITION C
“On January 5, 2026 at the Lyon Township Board of Trustees meeting held at the Lyon Township Municipal
Center, 58000 Grand River Ave, New Hudson, MI 48165, Clerk Michele Cash voted in favor of
RESOLUTION NO. 2026-02 to increase the annual salary of the Township Clerk from $95,790.00 to
$99,625.00.”
Judge Callaghan asked if there was anyone present who wished to come forward to speak as a proponent
of the petition. Dan Wholihan spoke as a proponent of the petition.
Judge Callaghan asked if there was anyone present who wished to come forward to speak in opposition to
the petition. Joellen Shortley spoke in opposition of the petition.
Discussion followed.
Moved by CALLAGHAN seconded by WITTENBERG that the petition submitted by Nancy Hopkins for
Michele Cash, Clerk, Charter Township of Lyon be approved.
VOTE ON MICHELE CASH, PETITION C: AYES: CALLAGHAN, WITTENBERG, BROWN. (3)
NAYS: NONE. (0)
The petition was APPROVED.
IV. RECALL OF PATRICIA CARCONE
PATRICIA CARCONE, PETITION A
“On June 2, 2025 at the Lyon Township Board of Trustees meeting held at the Lyon Township Municipal
Center, 58000 Grand River Ave, New Hudson, MI 48165, Treasurer Patricia Carcone voted in the
affirmative to authorize the Lyon Township Supervisor and the Lyon Township Treasurer to negotiate and
offer $300,000 for the acquisition of property parcel numbers 21-03-305-005 and 21-03-351-027 located at
56601 Grand River Ave, New Hudson MI 48165, next to the United States Post Office in New Hudson.”
Judge Callaghan asked if there was anyone present who wished to come forward to speak as a proponent
of the petition. No one spoke as a proponent of the petition.
Judge Callaghan asked if there was anyone present who wished to come forward to speak in opposition to
the petition. Joellen Shortley spoke in opposition of the petition.
Discussion followed.
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Moved by WITTENBERG seconded by CALLAGHAN that the petition submitted by Nancy Hopkins for
Patricia Carcone, Treasurer, Charter Township of Lyon be disapproved.
VOTE ON PATRICIA CARCONE, PETITION A: AYES: WITTENBERG, CALLAGHAN, BROWN. (3)
NAYS: NONE. (0)
The petition was DISAPPROVED.
PATRICIA CARCONE, PETITION B
“On November 5, 2025 at the Lyon Township Board of Trustees meeting held at the Lyon Township
Municipal Center, 58000 Grand River Ave, New Hudson, MI 48165, Treasurer Patricia Carcone voted in the
affirmative to direct Lyon Township staff to move ahead with creation of a policy for future consideration by
the Board of Trustees to amend the Lyon Township tax agreement policy, RESOLUTION 2022-09, to allow
tax abatements in Lyon Township.”
Judge Callaghan asked if there was anyone present who wished to come forward to speak as a proponent
of the petition. No one spoke as a proponent of the petition.
Judge Callaghan asked if there was anyone present who wished to come forward to speak in opposition to
the petition. Joellen Shortley spoke in opposition of the petition.
Discussion followed.
Moved by WITTENBERG seconded by BROWN that the petition submitted by Nancy Hopkins for Patricia
Carcone, Treasurer, Charter Township of Lyon be disapproved.
VOTE ON PATRICIA CARCONE, PETITION B: AYES: WITTENBERG, BROWN, CALLAGHAN. (3)
NAYS: NONE. (0)
The petition was DISAPPROVED.
PATRICIA CARCONE, PETITION C
“On January 5, 2026 at the Lyon Township Board of Trustees meeting held at the Lyon Township Municipal
Center, 58000 Grand River Ave, New Hudson, MI 48165, Treasurer Patricia Carcone voted in favor of
RESOLUTION NO. 2026-02 to increase the annual salary of the Township Clerk from $95,790.00 to
$99,625.00.”
Judge Callaghan asked if there was anyone present who wished to come forward to speak as a proponent
of the petition. Dan Wholihan spoke as a proponent of the petition.
Judge Callaghan asked if there was anyone present who wished to come forward to speak in opposition to
the petition. Joellen Shortley spoke in opposition of the petition.
Discussion followed.
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Moved by BROWN seconded by CALLAGHAN that the petition submitted by Nancy Hopkins for Patricia
Carcone, Treasurer, Charter Township of Lyon be approved.
VOTE ON PATRICIA CARCONE, PETITION C: AYES: BROWN, CALLAGHAN, WITTENBERG. (3)
NAYS: NONE. (0)
The petition was APPROVED.
V. RECALL OF LISE BLADES
LISE BLADES, PETITION A
“On June 2, 2025 at the Lyon Township Board of Trustees meeting held at the Lyon Township Municipal
Center, 58000 Grand River Ave, New Hudson, MI 48165, Trustee Lise Blades voted in the affirmative to
authorize the Lyon Township Supervisor and the Lyon Township Treasurer to negotiate and offer $300,000
for the acquisition of property parcel numbers 21-03-305-005 and 21-03-351-027 located at 56601 Grand
River Ave, New Hudson MI 48165, next to the United States Post Office in New Hudson.”
Judge Callaghan asked if there was anyone present who wished to come forward to speak as a proponent
of the petition. No one spoke as a proponent of the petition.
Judge Callaghan asked if there was anyone present who wished to come forward to speak in opposition to
the petition. Joellen Shortley spoke in opposition of the petition.
Discussion followed.
Moved by BROWN seconded by WITTENBERG that the petition submitted by Nancy Hopkins for Lise
Blades, Trustee, Charter Township of Lyon be disapproved.
VOTE ON LISE BLADES, PETITION A: AYES: BROWN, WITTENBERG, CALLAGHAN. (3)
NAYS: NONE. (0)
The petition was DISAPPROVED.
LISE BLADES, PETITION B
“On November 5, 2025 at the Lyon Township Board of Trustees meeting held at the Lyon Township
Municipal Center, 58000 Grand River Ave, New Hudson, MI 48165, Trustee Lise Blades voted in the
affirmative to direct Lyon Township staff to move ahead with creation of a policy for future consideration by
the Board of Trustees to amend the Lyon Township tax agreement policy, RESOLUTION 2022-09, to allow
tax abatements in Lyon Township.”
Judge Callaghan asked if there was anyone present who wished to come forward to speak as a proponent
of the petition. No one spoke as a proponent of the petition.
Judge Callaghan asked if there was anyone present who wished to come forward to speak in opposition to
the petition. No one spoke in opposition of the petition.
Discussion followed.
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Moved by WITTENBERG seconded by BROWN that the petition submitted by Nancy Hopkins for Lise
Blades, Trustee, Charter Township of Lyon be disapproved.
VOTE ON LISE BLADES, PETITION B: AYES: WITTENBERG, BROWN, CALLAGHAN. (3)
NAYS: NONE. (0)
The petition was DISAPPROVED.
LISE BLADES, PETITION C
“On January 5, 2026 at the Lyon Township Board of Trustees meeting held at the Lyon Township Municipal
Center, 58000 Grand River Ave, New Hudson, MI 48165, Trustee Lise Blades voted in favor of
RESOLUTION NO. 2026-03 to increase the annual salary of Township Trustees from $9,579.00 to
$9,962.50.”
Judge Callaghan asked if there was anyone present who wished to come forward to speak as a proponent
of the petition. No one spoke as a proponent of the petition.
Judge Callaghan asked if there was anyone present who wished to come forward to speak in opposition to
the petition. Lise Blades spoke in opposition of the petition.
Discussion followed.
Moved by BROWN seconded by CALLAGHAN that the petition submitted by Nancy Hopkins for Lise
Blades, Trustee, Charter Township of Lyon be approved.
VOTE ON LISE BLADES, PETITION C: AYES: BROWN, CALLAGHAN, WITTENBERG. (3)
NAYS: NONE. (0)
The petition was APPROVED.
VI. KRISTOFER ENLOW
KRISTOFER ENLOW, PETITION A
“On June 2, 2025 at the Lyon Township Board of Trustees meeting held at the Lyon Township Municipal
Center, 58000 Grand River Ave, New Hudson, MI 48165, Trustee Kristofer Enlow voted in the affirmative to
authorize the Lyon Township Supervisor and the Lyon Township Treasurer to negotiate and offer $300,000
for the acquisition of property parcel numbers 21-03-305-005 and 21-03-351-027 located at 56601 Grand
River Ave, New Hudson MI 48165, next to the United States Post Office in New Hudson.”
Judge Callaghan asked if there was anyone present who wished to come forward to speak as a proponent
of the petition. No one spoke as a proponent of the petition.
Judge Callaghan asked if there was anyone present who wished to come forward to speak in opposition to
the petition. No one spoke in opposition of the petition.
Discussion followed.
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Moved by BROWN seconded by CALLAGHAN that the petition submitted by Nancy Hopkins for Kristofer
Enlow, Trustee, Charter Township of Lyon be disapproved.
VOTE ON KRISTOFER ENLOW, PETITION A: AYES: BROWN, CALLAGHAN, WITTENBERG. (3)
NAYS: NONE. (0)
The petition was DISAPPROVED.
KRISTOFER ENLOW, PETITION B
“On January 5, 2026 at the Lyon Township Board of Trustees meeting held at the Lyon Township Municipal
Center, 58000 Grand River Ave, New Hudson, MI 48165, Trustee Kristofer Enlow voted in favor of
RESOLUTION NO. 2026-03 to increase the annual salary of Township Trustees from $9,579.00 to
$9,962.50.”
Judge Callaghan asked if there was anyone present who wished to come forward to speak as a proponent
of the petition. No one spoke as a proponent of the petition.
Judge Callaghan asked if there was anyone present who wished to come forward to speak in opposition to
the petition. No one spoke in opposition of the petition.
Discussion followed.
Moved by CALLAGHAN seconded by WITTENBERG that the petition submitted by Nancy Hopkins for
Kristofer Enlow, Trustee, Charter Township of Lyon be approved.
VOTE ON KRISTOFER ENLOW, PETITION B: AYES: CALLAGHAN, WITTENBERG, BROWN. (3)
NAYS: NONE. (0)
The petition was APPROVED.
VII. RECALL OF SEAN O’NEIL
SEAN O’NEIL, PETITION A
“On June 2, 2025 at the Lyon Township Board of Trustees meeting held at the Lyon Township Municipal
Center, 58000 Grand River Ave, New Hudson, MI 48165, Trustee Sean O’Neil voted in the affirmative to
authorize the Lyon Township Supervisor and the Lyon Township Treasurer to negotiate and offer $300,000
for the acquisition of property parcel numbers 21-03-305-005 and 21-03-351-027 located at 56601 Grand
River Ave, New Hudson MI 48165, next to the United States Post Office in New Hudson.”
Judge Callaghan asked if there was anyone present who wished to come forward to speak as a proponent
of the petition. No one spoke as a proponent of the petition.
Judge Callaghan asked if there was anyone present who wished to come forward to speak in opposition to
the petition. Joellen Shortley spoke in opposition of the petition.
Discussion followed.
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Moved by WITTENBERG seconded by BROWN that the petition submitted by Nancy Hopkins for Sean
O’Neil, Trustee, Charter Township of Lyon be disapproved.
VOTE ON SEAN O’NEIL, PETITION A: AYES: WITTENBERG, BROWN, CALLAGHAN. (3)
NAYS: NONE. (0)
The petition was DISAPPROVED.
SEAN O’NEIL, PETITION B
“On November 5, 2025 at the Lyon Township Board of Trustees meeting held at the Lyon Township
Municipal Center, 58000 Grand River Ave, New Hudson, MI 48165, Trustee Sean O’Neil voted in the
affirmative to direct Lyon Township staff to move ahead with creation of a policy for future consideration by
the Board of Trustees to amend the Lyon Township tax agreement policy, RESOLUTION 2022-09, to allow
tax abatements in Lyon Township.”
Judge Callaghan asked if there was anyone present who wished to come forward to speak as a proponent
of the petition. No one spoke as a proponent of the petition.
Judge Callaghan asked if there was anyone present who wished to come forward to speak in opposition to
the petition. Joellen Shortley spoke in opposition of the petition.
Discussion followed.
Moved by BROWN seconded by CALLAGHAN that the petition submitted by Nancy Hopkins for Sean
O’Neil, Trustee, Charter Township of Lyon be disapproved.
VOTE ON SEAN O’NEIL, PETITION B: AYES: BROWN, CALLAGHAN, WITTENBERG. (3)
NAYS: NONE. (0)
The petition was DISAPPROVED.
SEAN O’NEIL, PETITION C
“On January 5, 2026 at the Lyon Township Board of Trustees meeting held at the Lyon Township Municipal
Center, 58000 Grand River Ave, New Hudson, MI 48165, Trustee Sean O’Neil voted in favor of
RESOLUTION NO. 2026-03 to increase the annual salary of Township Trustees from $9,579.00 to
$9,962.50.”
Judge Callaghan asked if there was anyone present who wished to come forward to speak as a proponent
of the petition. Dan Wholihan spoke as a proponent of the petition.
Judge Callaghan asked if there was anyone present who wished to come forward to speak in opposition to
the petition. Joellen Shortley and Sean O’Neil spoke in opposition of the petition.
Discussion followed.
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Moved by CALLAGHAN seconded by BROWN that the petition submitted by Nancy Hopkins for Sean
O’Neil, Trustee, Charter Township of Lyon be approved.
VOTE ON SEAN O’NEIL, PETITION C: AYES: CALLAGHAN, BROWN, WITTENBERG. (3)
NAYS: NONE. (0)
The petition was APPROVED.
VIII. RECALL OF ROBERT SWAIN
ROBERT SWAIN, PETITION A
“On June 2, 2025 at the Lyon Township Board of Trustees meeting held at the Lyon Township Municipal
Center, 58000 Grand River Ave, New Hudson, MI 48165, Trustee Robert Swain voted in the affirmative to
authorize the Lyon Township Supervisor and the Lyon Township Treasurer to negotiate and offer $300,000
for the acquisition of property parcel numbers 21-03-305-005 and 21-03-351-027 located at 56601 Grand
River Ave, New Hudson MI 48165, next to the United States Post Office in New Hudson.”
Judge Callaghan asked if there was anyone present who wished to come forward to speak as a proponent
of the petition. No one spoke as a proponent of the petition.
Judge Callaghan asked if there was anyone present who wished to come forward to speak in opposition to
the petition. Joellen Shortley spoke in opposition of the petition.
Discussion followed.
Moved by BROWN seconded by WITTENBERG that the petition submitted by Nancy Hopkins for Robert
Swain, Trustee, Charter Township of Lyon be disapproved.
VOTE ON ROBERT SWAIN, PETITION A: AYES: BROWN, WITTENBERG, CALLAGHAN. (3)
NAYS: NONE. (0)
The petition was DISAPPROVED.
ROBERT SWAIN, PETITION B
“On November 5, 2025 at the Lyon Township Board of Trustees meeting held at the Lyon Township
Municipal Center, 58000 Grand River Ave, New Hudson, MI 48165, Trustee Robert Swain voted in the
affirmative to direct Lyon Township staff to move ahead with creation of a policy for future consideration by
the Board of Trustees to amend the Lyon Township tax agreement policy, RESOLUTION 2022-09, to allow
tax abatements in Lyon Township.”
Judge Callaghan asked if there was anyone present who wished to come forward to speak as a proponent
of the petition. No one spoke as a proponent of the petition.
Judge Callaghan asked if there was anyone present who wished to come forward to speak in opposition to
the petition. Joellen Shortley spoke in opposition of the petition.
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Discussion followed.
Moved by WITTENBERG seconded by BROWN that the petition submitted by Nancy Hopkins for Robert
Swain, Trustee, Charter Township of Lyon be disapproved.
VOTE ON ROBERT SWAIN, PETITION B: AYES: WITTENBERG, BROWN, CALLAGHAN. (3)
NAYS: NONE. (0)
The petition was DISAPPROVED.
ROBERT SWAIN, PETITION C
“On January 5, 2026 at the Lyon Township Board of Trustees meeting held at the Lyon Township Municipal
Center, 58000 Grand River Ave, New Hudson, MI 48165, Trustee Robert Swain voted in favor of
RESOLUTION NO. 2026-03 to increase the annual salary of Township Trustees from $9,579.00 to
$9,962.50.”
Judge Callaghan asked if there was anyone present who wished to come forward to speak as a proponent
of the petition. No one spoke as a proponent of the petition.
Judge Callaghan asked if there was anyone present who wished to come forward to speak in opposition to
the petition. Joellen Shortley and Robert Swain spoke in opposition of the petition.
Discussion followed.
Moved by CALLAGHAN seconded by WITTENBERG that the petition submitted by Nancy Hopkins for
Robert Swain, Trustee, Charter Township of Lyon be approved.
VOTE ON ROBERT SWAIN, PETITION C: AYES: CALLAGHAN, WITTENBERG, BROWN. (3)
NAYS: NONE. (0)
The petition was APPROVED.
PUBLIC COMMENT: None.
Moved by CALLAGHAN seconded by BROWN that the meeting be adjourned. Motion carried.
Judge Callaghan adjourned the meeting at 3:07 p.m.
Lisa Brown
Clerk/Register of Deeds and
Secretary to the Board of County Election Commissioners