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Sep 23, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Garfield Township Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
The board discussed several financial items, including the authorization of money transfers and the payment of regular claims and EFTs. Operational reports covered the rehabilitation status of a firefighter, the sale of surplus municipal vehicles, and the status of ongoing paving projects at various stations. The board also reviewed training activities for new fire department personnel, the results of the station location report presented to the county road commission, and trends in mutual aid and emergency incident responses. Finally, preparations for an upcoming community event to be held on Halloween were shared.
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Charter Township of Garfield Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
The board meeting included several key agenda items and administrative updates. Discussions covered adjustments to the consent calendar regarding the Herkner Road Development phase 2 and the addition of a Housing and Homeless Task Force discussion. Various departmental reports were presented, covering progress on the South Airport corridor study, bridge construction timelines, road speed studies, and updates on franchise agreements and lawn maintenance RFPs. Additionally, the board discussed the successful tax tribunal settlement with the Traverse City Curling Club, reviewed ongoing water utility agreements, and addressed environmental considerations and repair options for Red Drive, which has been impacted by washouts and potential stream regulation.
Sep 17, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Charter Township of Garfield Zoning Board of Appeals Regular Meeting
The board addressed a request for a variance regarding waterfront setback requirements to allow for the replacement and expansion of a deck and handicap ramp at a residential property. After discussion, the board granted the variance with the understanding that the project would maintain the existing footprint. Additionally, the board discussed proposed bylaw updates, determining that specific approval standards should be incorporated into the zoning ordinance text rather than the bylaws, pending further review by the township attorney.
Sep 9, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Charter Township Of Garfield Planning Commission Planning Commission Meeting
The meeting addressed several land use and development applications. A public hearing was held for the White Pine Ridge site condominium subdivision, resulting in a directive to prepare Findings of Fact with specific conditions. Another public hearing for the 4040 Creekside Apartments Special Use Permit resulted in a directive to prepare Findings of Fact pending several conditions, including infrastructure and trail requirements. The commission adopted Findings of Fact for a rezoning request for nine parcels at W. South Airport Road and Townline Road and recommended its approval to the Township Board. Action on a Special Use Permit for the Wolverine Power Distribution Substation was tabled due to concerns regarding approval criteria. A major amendment for the Sugar Plum Apartments Special Use Permit was approved with conditions. Additionally, a major amendment to the Hickory Hills Special Use Permit was accepted and scheduled for a public hearing, and a conceptual review was conducted for a proposed residential development by Traverse Entertainment Group.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
