David Murray

The agenda for the Regular Board Meeting includes the approval of the Township Board Minutes from February 9, 2026, and receiving and filing several committee meeting minutes and reports. Key new business items involve approving a resolution for road closures related to the Michigan Titanium Race Event on August 16, 2026, establishing Board and Commissions Meeting Dates for FY 2026-2027, considering a Memorandum of Understanding with the Thornapple River Water Trail Steering Committee, and reviewing recommendations from the Parks, Recreation, and Land Preservation Advisory Board regarding a potential millage rate ballot question and approving a proposal for educational materials related to the millage request.

The meeting included discussions on the 2024 Programs & Special Events Calendar, PRLP Advisory Board Goals & Objectives Review Process, and an update on the Connecting Community Campaign. Updates were provided on the facility rental alcohol use permit and park rules, Roselle Park parking lot, and Leonard Field Riverfront Improvement. The PRLP 5-year plan, goals & objectives were reviewed, and property management plans and maps were shared. The board also received updates from the Trails Committee, Programs & Facilities Committee, and Stewardship Committee. The meeting also covered administrative items such as the transition to DaySmart Recreation software, review of the Township's process for the '24-'25 budget request forms, and recruitment for the vacant Recreation Program Coordinator position.

This document, the final report of the Ada Village Design Charrette, outlines a comprehensive vision and strategic direction for Ada Village. It aims to guide public policy and private investments to ensure the Village remains a vibrant social and physical center and a sought-after regional destination. The plan is structured around ten planning and design principles and a portfolio of 35 initiatives, categorized into seven key areas: expanding the road network, implementing traffic calming measures, enhancing sidewalks and trails, developing a gallery district, creating a civic district, improving the village retail district, and establishing general initiatives such as shared parking and form-based development regulations. The overarching goal is to enhance the Village's unique character, improve walkability, manage traffic, and foster economic vitality while preserving its natural assets.

The meeting included discussions and updates on several key areas. These included updates on the Connecting Community Campaign and the Design Committee, along with a review of park rules and guidelines. There was also an introduction of new PRLP Advisory Board members and a discussion of the 2025-2026 PRLP Advisory Board meeting schedule. Additionally, there were committee reports and updates from Stewardship, Programs & Facilities, and Trails, as well as a director's report.

The advisory board meeting covered topics such as a Covered Bridge Park update, a review of PRLP targeted millage rates and the CIP, and a millage marketing proposal from SeyferthPR. The board also discussed the history of PRLP millages, planning, and samples, including different CIP plans and millage rates. Additionally, there were committee reports and updates from Stewardship, Programs & Facilities, and Trails. The board also reviewed revised PRLP millage samples and the CIP, including various sample projects by year. Finally, the meeting addressed a millage marketing proposal and timeline review, including a web-based public safety education packet, an article for Ada View, direct mail educational pieces, and social media content development.