7/21/2025 - Bingham Township | Regular Board Meeting Minutes

Summary

The Bingham Township Board convened on July 21, 2025, to discuss various agenda items, focusing on community concerns, ordinance proposals, financial audits, and parks & recreation initiatives. Key outcomes included the approval of an audit, discussions on the possible enactment of a junk ordinance, and the acquisition of playground equipment.

Public Comments

Cindy Kacin raised concerns about a residence on Otto Road running a watercraft business, leading to increased parking of trailers and watercraft on the road shoulder. No immediate actions were discussed in response to this comment.

Parks and Recreation Matters

The Board discussed acquiring playground equipment from a Benzie County school for $11,700, which was approved. Additionally, Todd Stone updated progress on a potential Boy Scout Eagle program project aimed at improving ADA access at Boughey Park, which is anticipated to commence next spring.

Infrastructure Projects

The Board approved a contract with Gosling-Czubak for planning a parking lot at Groesser Park for $4,000. Additionally, they proposed to address road repairs through community discussions about funding.

Other Business

The Board hired Tobin and Co. to conduct the upcoming audit for $4,250. They also reappointed two members each to the Planning Committee and Zoning Board of Appeals, extending their terms until July 2028. Mary Ann Korson updated the Board on the Earned Sick Time Act impact, noting that no employees qualify under the current law.

Financial Summary

The Board approved vendor payments totaling $9,027.35 and payroll payments of $12,468.92. These payments and the acceptance of a $4,250 audit contract are significant financial decisions made during the meeting.

Action Items

- Korson and another Board member to visit the property owner on Shady Lane to discuss cleanup efforts and potential ordinance creation. - Steve Patmore to consult with planners on "blight" situations in the Township and work with them on the junk ordinance. - Todd Stone to oversee the playground equipment acquisition and Boy Scout project timeline. - Follow-up on funding and repairs for Township roads as discussed.