Rob Bristow

The meeting agenda includes a Master Plan review facilitated by Williams & Works, a discussion regarding a letter from the City of Hudsonville, and a review of proposed ordinance amendments concerning Open Air Business definitions and industrial land use regulations. The commission plans to evaluate potential language changes to permit specific equipment rental and storage uses within industrial districts.

The meeting included a public hearing regarding the preliminary plat approval for the Rivers Edge Estates No. 3 project. Key items on the agenda involved a Master Plan review, discussion on an ordinance amendment concerning open air business and industrial uses, and a review of communication regarding the City of Hudsonville Master Plan.

The committee reviewed and recommended amending the contract with PCI regarding a new fee structure. They also discussed a potential partnership with Disability Network Lakeshore for a youth summer work program and considered a new policy regarding the use of the township's website and social media platforms.

The board meeting involved several key business and infrastructure items. The board reviewed and approved a three-year Christmas lighting bid, the installation of a new tornado siren project, and the replacement of the 8th Ave. Park deck. Additionally, the board held an executive session for property acquisition and authorized the Township Supervisor and Clerk to proceed with the purchase of real estate.

The committee reviewed and discussed several operational and budgetary items, including Christmas lighting bid presentations and an update on parade float options for the 250th anniversary. Formal recommendations were made to the Township Board for the purchase of a new Parks Department truck, the removal of a broken tunnel slide at Rosewood Park, and the approval of sports court improvements at Maplewood and Rush Creek Parks, including both construction and engineering services.