Coloma Charter Township board members set the date and time for “Trick or Treat”; approve purchase of generators and upgrades to the township website

At the Coloma Charter Township Board meeting on Oct. 14, 2026, led by Supervisor Ken Parrigin, Township Clerk Sheila Hickmott reported that the board has contributed in the past to the area Trunk or Treat event at Salem Lutheran Activity Field. After a brief discussion the board voted to approve a $300 donation to this year’s event. Hickmott also mentioned that the Coloma Fall Fest organization asked for sponsorship for their community festival. The board unanimously voted to donate $300 for this event as well.

Various boards report activity

Trustee Bryan Duffield reported that the recent audit of the Cemetery Fund has been completed and copies of the report will be distributed soon.

Office Manager Tracy Tavolacci announced that the North Berrien Fire Board voted last week to select Frank DeLaTorre as a candidate for the fire chief position. DeLaTorre is currently a captain with the North Berrien Fire Rescue. Tavolacci shared that the department has received a good rating on the recently returned audit.

Trustee Jerry Willmeng reported for the Joint Sewer Board that the clarifier at the Paw Paw Lake Wastewater Plant is being rebuilt. Willmeng mentioned that Superintendent Lonnie Bennett is doing an excellent job keeping things running smoothly.