The Bingham Township Regular Board Meeting on October 20, 2025, focused on public comments concerning safety hazards from a nearby business, updates on parks and recreation initiatives, and cemetery record-keeping challenges. Key decisions included the approval of meeting minutes, vendor and payroll payments, and plans to digitize cemetery records. The Board also discussed ongoing maintenance and improvements in local parks.
Public Comments
Joe Elms raised concerns regarding a business property on Bingham Road, which he claims has been improperly creating a landfill. He reported safety hazards including noise, dust, and the potential collapse of dunes. The Township attorney was contacted, and further action may involve the EGLE. Cindy Kacin echoed concerns about the hoarding situation and its impact.
Parks and Recreation Matters
Todd Stone reported on the use of dismantled playground equipment stored at his residence, which requires repair. The Board agreed to pursue bids for swing repairs at Boughey Park. Plans to expand the Boughey parking lot were discussed, with an estimate to be sought from Gosling Czubak. Further, communication regarding a boundary marker at Hendricks Park will be sent to EGLE, and a resident's report of barb wire at Boughey Park will be investigated.
Infrastructure Projects
The agenda did not include specific infrastructure projects such as marina, cell phone towers, or water and sewer projects.
Other Business
The Board approved vendor payments of $17,728.64 and payroll payments of $12,805.33. The cemetery committee is pursuing digitization of records, with additional discussions to be held in November. The Supervisor expressed opposition to drafting a junk ordinance.
Action Items
- Rachel Amalfitano to present findings on cemetery record-keeping software in November.
- Todd Stone to get estimates for repairs at Boughey Park and draft an article for the tax bill by November 1.
- Additional investigation of cleanup at Boughey Park and ongoing communication regarding the hoarding situation.
Source Document
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