Summary
The regular board meeting of the Charter Township of Elmwood on March 10, 2025, included significant discussions surrounding grant applications for park developments and updates on marina renovations. The Board passed several resolutions to support funding initiatives and managed approvals for community activities, including a pickleball schedule for seniors.Public Comments
There were no public comments during the meeting.Parks and Recreation Matters
Rita’s SenioRitas requested to reserve the pickleball court on Mondays and Wednesdays from May to October 2025. The board unanimously approved the request.Planner Sarah Clarren presented a resolution to submit a grant application for the Cherry Bend Trail Connector project. The board discussed the complexities of the grant process and emphasized the importance of public input. The board passed the resolution (Resolution 3 of 2025) supporting the grant application unanimously.
Infrastructure Projects
Updates regarding marina strategies included a report from Harbormaster Dan Jenuwine concerning plans for launching large boats by May 1 before lane reductions due to a road project. The board reviewed a list of proposed furnishings for the boaters’ building, totaling $151,685.60, and postponed decisions on certain items for a revised total not to exceed $135,000. Additionally, the issue of marina wi-fi will continue to be managed with Michigan Broadband.Trustee Darga expressed concerns regarding the proposal to sell an old cell tower, advocating instead for a new tower to be situated on Brewery Creek property. This will be further discussed in April.
Other Business
The board nominated Aaron Cliff to the Zoning Board of Appeals, and Rick Bechtold was re-appointed to the Planning Commission for a three-year term. This nomination passed unanimously.Two additional resolutions supporting grant funding for the Cherry Bend Trail improvements and related projects were adopted unanimously (Resolutions 4 and 5 of 2025).
Payment of invoices amounting to $82,760.16 was approved without objection.