Summary
The Bingham Township Board held a special meeting on September 14, 2026, to discuss a potential blight ordinance. Supervisor Midge Werner called the meeting to order at 6:10 p.m., and it adjourned at 7:57 p.m. The board reviewed sample ordinances and a former draft junk ordinance, with attorney Thomas Grier explaining district court procedures. No formal decisions or votes were made on the ordinance itself.
Public Comments
Sue Chapman commented that, because Bingham Township is a rural area, determining what qualifies as "blight" is difficult. No board response was recorded, and no other public comments were made.
Other Business
The board approved the meeting agenda on a motion by S. Grant, supported by M. Korson. No conflicts of interest were reported. The main substantive discussion concerned a proposed blight ordinance for the township. Multiple sample and example ordinances were reviewed, along with a previously drafted junk ordinance prepared by the township attorney. The board discussed possible legislative options and directions it could take regarding the ordinance. Township attorney Thomas Grier explained the district court procedures that would be involved in enforcement. No final decision or vote was taken on adopting an ordinance at this meeting.
Action Items
- The board to continue considering options for a blight ordinance, including possible legislative direction, based on the discussion of sample ordinances and the draft junk ordinance.
- Further clarification needed on district court procedures related to enforcement, as detailed by attorney Thomas Grier.