East Bay Charter Township Board Regular Board Meeting
The Board reviewed various operational and administrative matters, including financial reports and consent calendar approvals. Key discussions involved updates from the Grand Traverse County Road Commission regarding infrastructure projects, and a report from a County Commissioner on local initiatives. Engineering and planning updates included reviews of ongoing municipal projects, a presentation regarding local housing needs, and the approval of a job posting for the Director of Planning and Zoning. The Board also received reports on park facilities, assessing department statistics, and ambulance service performance. Budget amendments were approved to adjust election-related costs and general funds. Additionally, the Board authorized participation in a joint legal representation agreement for utility right-of-way negotiations and approved membership in the Michigan Coalition to Protect Public Rights-of-Way. Finally, the Board conducted a public hearing regarding several lighting special assessment districts and subsequently approved the associated resolutions.
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The board adopted an emergency ordinance enacting a temporary moratorium on data centers. Members discussed the solid waste service delivery model, ultimately deciding to leave the hauler choice to residents. An economic development incentive policy was reviewed, though the motion to approve it failed. The board authorized the replacement of the township hall HVAC system, approved a change order for the TCAPS Fieldhouse water main project, and engaged a professional services agreement for the Holiday Woodlands Natural Area property survey. Additionally, the board scheduled a public hearing to adopt millage rates for emergency services and approved a cloud migration and server decommissioning project.
Aug 10, 2026·Board meeting
East Bay Charter Township Regular Board Meeting
The board addressed several key operational and financial matters, including the approval of change orders for the Sewer Force Main project and the adoption of the fiscal year 2027 budget for the Grand Traverse Metro Emergency Services Authority. Discussions were held regarding the Evergreens on Hammond residential housing district proposal, though associated resolutions failed. Additionally, the board appointed a member to the Zoning Board of Appeals, approved a flow of funds agreement and bid award for the Civic Plaza project, and authorized requests for proposals for trail and sidewalk snow removal. Further actions included accepting Michigan Natural Resource Trust Fund grant agreements, approving tribal grant awards for ambulance services and non-profit agencies, hiring a part-time EMT, accepting a scholarship for paramedic training, and ratifying emergency purchases for ADA-compliant election equipment.
Jul 13, 2026·Board meeting
East Bay Charter Township Regular Board Meeting
The board reviewed and accepted the FY 2025 audited financial statements and approved FY 2026 Q2 budget amendments. Engineering project updates were provided, including approval of a sewer project contract change order. Reports were shared regarding ambulance operations and facilities and recreation, including the approval of HVAC and electrical upgrades for the township library. The board also approved a zoning ordinance amendment concerning invasive species management and reviewed a proposed workforce housing development. Additionally, the board approved mid-year wage adjustments and a water and sewer utility connection agreement with TCAPS for their new fieldhouse project.
