Regular Meeting (Minutes)

**Executive Summary**

**Meeting Overview**
The Charter Township of Elmwood convened a Regular Board Meeting on July 8, 2024, at the Township Hall, commencing at 6:00 p.m. Supervisor Jeff Shaw facilitated the meeting, highlighting the attendance of various board members and the absence of one member. The audience was engaged through a public hearing on a Zoning Ordinance Amendment concerning alcohol regulations, which concluded without comments from the public.

**Key Decisions and Discussions**
During the meeting, the board unanimously approved the Consent Calendar, which included several departmental reports and invoices. A significant item discussed was the Discovery Pier Brownfield Grant Agreement, which allowed the Township to oversee administrative costs associated with the grant. The board moved to table the proposed alcohol regulations amendment until the August meeting for further review. Other notable discussions involved the Harbormaster’s request for new automated door locks for marina restrooms and proposed construction changes for the marina project.

**Parks and Recreation Initiatives**
The board approved a motion to allocate up to $44,000 for additional playground equipment at Cherry Bend Park, emphasizing the community’s commitment to enhancing recreational facilities. Furthermore, a motion was made to place an Advanced Life Support millage on the November ballot, underscoring the need for comprehensive community support in emergency services. The meeting concluded with the scheduling of a special meeting for further discussions on ballot language, alongside the payment of invoices totaling $251,891.74.