Plainfield public meetings in 2022
23 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Board of Trustees
The Plainfield Charter Township Board reviews a consent agenda covering infrastructure payments, board appointments, and purchases. The main public hearing item is a proposal to rezone a property on Division Avenue from Office to Planned Unit Development. New business includes discussions on sidewalk postponements, zoning ordinance amendments for daycare centers and floodplains, and changes to ordinance violation penalties.
- Public hearing to rezone 4195 Division Avenue from Office to Planned Unit Development
- Bid approval for Area 11 (Mall Ave, Ripley St, Austerlitz Ave) to DeSal Excavating Inc. for $396,327.00
- Purchase of 2023 Dodge 1500 pickup truck for fire department from Fox Chrysler for $48,585.00
- Approval of Valley City Signs proposal to replace two township welcome signs for $21,016
- Payments for Area 8B (Jewell Ave and 11 Mile Rd) including change order balancing contract to $1,298,859.87
The Board approved the rezoning of 4195 Division Avenue from Office to Planned Unit Development. Other actions included updating zoning ordinances for childcare centers and floodplains, and approving several infrastructure payments and equipment purchases.
- Rezoned 4195 Division Avenue from Office to Planned Unit Development (6-0)
- Approved zoning amendments to permit child daycare facilities in Office districts (6-0)
- Approved text amendments to the Floodplain Overlay District (6-0)
- Approved ordinance to rectify penalties for ordinance violations (6-0)
- Approved $48,585 purchase of a 2023 Dodge 1500 pickup for the fire department (6-0)
- Approved $396,327 bid from DeSal Excavating Inc. for Area 11 (6-0)
- Approved $21,016 proposal from Valley City Signs for two welcome signs (6-0)
- Modified 2023 regular Board meeting schedule (4-2)
🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
Board of Trustees
The Plainfield Charter Township Board is scheduled to approve the 2023 fiscal year budget, meeting dates, holidays, and a resolution setting 2023 rates and charges. The agenda includes payments for private water service connections in several areas and a workshop discussion with the newly formed Plainfield Grand Rogue Historical Society.
- Approve 2023 Township rates and charges resolution
- Approve 2023 fiscal year budget
- Approve payment for private water service connections in Area 13 - Packer Loop to Herrington Excavating, Inc. in the amount of $24,318.50
- Approve payment for private water service connections in Area 8B-Jewell Avenue and 11 Mile Road to Herrington Excavating, Inc. in the amount of $65,587.50 and to Rowland Excavating, Inc. in the amount of $79,247.70
- Approve purchase of a 12' X 16' garage for Premier Park from Cedar Rock Barns in the amount of $7570.00
The Board approved the 2023 meeting dates, holidays, and rates and charges resolutions. Several payments for private water service connections and a garage purchase for Premier Park were authorized. The Board also appointed Assistant Superintendent DeHaan to the EMS Consortium.
- Approved November 14, 2022 meeting minutes
- Approved 2023 Township Board meeting dates resolution
- Approved 2023 Township holidays resolution
- Approved 2023 Township rates and charges resolution
- Approved $24,318.50 payment to Herrington Excavating, Inc. for Area 13 water connections
- Approved $65,587.50 to Herrington Excavating, Inc. and $79,247.70 to Rowland Excavating, Inc. for Area 8B water connections
- Approved $10,765.00 to Herrington Excavating, Inc. and $8,914.60 to Rowland Excavating, Inc. for Area 12 water connections
- Approved $7,570.00 purchase of a garage for Premier Park from Cedar Rock Barns
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of Trustees
The Plainfield Charter Township Board is scheduled to approve a consent agenda containing numerous payments for water infrastructure projects, including final payments for Area 13 and Northville Drive. The board will also consider the 2023 fiscal year budget and hold second readings on ordinances regarding penalty amendments and lot division rules. Additionally, the board will approve purchases for park benches and playground equipment.
- Approve final payment for Area 13 - Packer Loop to Dean's Landscaping ($113,306.18)
- Approve payment for Northville Drive area to Kamminga & Roodvoets, Inc. ($651,882.43)
- Approve playground equipment for Airway and Gold Dust Parks ($51,673.00)
- Consider second reading of ordinance to amend lot division rules (Chapter 28)
- Consider approval of the 2023 fiscal year budget
The Board approved the 2023 fiscal year budget and passed two ordinances amending the Code of Ordinances regarding violation penalties and lot divisions. A consent agenda was also approved covering various park equipment purchases and water service payments.
- Approved 2023 fiscal year budget (6-1)
- Approved ordinance to rectify penalties for ordinance violations (7-0)
- Approved ordinance to repeal and replace Subdivision Ordinance Section 28-86 (h) regarding Lot Division (7-0)
- Approved $51,673 for playground equipment at Airway and Gold Dust Parks (7-0)
- Approved $10,057 for twelve outdoor benches (7-0)
- Approved $13,795 for an HP plotter (7-0)
- Approved multiple water service connection payments to McDonald Plumbing, Herrington Excavating, and Rowland Excavating (7-0)
- Approved various landscaping and excavation payments including $651,882.43 to Kamminga & Roodvoets, Inc. (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Board of Trustees
The Plainfield Charter Township Board of Trustees will review a consent agenda approving payments for water service connections, fire station maintenance, and water tank repairs. The board will also authorize first reading of a subdivision ordinance amendment and hold a workshop to discuss the 2023 budget for special revenue and capital outlay funds.
- Approve $71,600 bid from Ray's Welding for Alpine water tank repairs
- Approve $95,540 for recoating Fire Station #3 apparatus bays by Dave Cole Decorators
- Approve water and sewer utility rate changes
- Authorize first reading of amendment to subdivision ordinance Chapter 28, Article II, Section 28-86 (h)
- Approve $35,000 from Progressive A&E for Comprehensive Plan update
The Board of Trustees held a special meeting to consult with the township attorney regarding a settlement strategy for pending litigation with Michael Lammers. The board entered and exited a closed session for this purpose.
- Approved entering closed session to discuss Michael Lammers litigation settlement (6-0)
- Approved returning to open session (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of Trustees
The Plainfield Charter Township Board is scheduled to approve several infrastructure contract payments totaling over $1.5 million for road and water projects. The Board will also hold a first reading on proposed amendments to the Code of Ordinances that would change most violations from misdemeanors to civil infractions. Additionally, the Board will hold a public hearing on a request to increase the special assessment for aquatic weed control at Dean Lake.
- Approve payment #1 for Area 8C-Algoma Avenue and 11 Mile Road to CL Trucking and Excavating in the amount of $379,905.07
- Approve payment #4 for the Northville Drive Area to Kamminga & Roodvoets in the amount of $605,821.39
- First reading of amendments to change most ordinance violations from misdemeanors to municipal civil infractions
- Public hearing on Dean Lake Association request to increase special assessment for aquatic weed control
- Approve payment #2 for Buth Pump Station Transmission Main to Deans Landscaping & Excavating in the amount of $200,086.11
The Board approved a revised special assessment rate for the Dean Lake Special Assessment District #45 for aquatic weed control. Members also approved several infrastructure payments and an amendment to the Township Prowling Ordinance.
- Approved revised special assessment rate for Dean Lake Special Assessment District #45 (7-0)
- Approved amendment to the Township Prowling Ordinance (7-0)
- Approved $605,821.39 payment for Northville Drive Area to Kamminga & Roodvoets (7-0)
- Approved $379,905.07 payment for Area 8C to CL Trucking and Excavating (7-0)
- Approved $249,827.50 payment for Area 8B to Montgomery Excavating (7-0)
- Approved $200,086.11 payment for Buth Pump Station Transmission Main to Deans Landscaping & Excavating (7-0)
- Approved $150,024.89 payment for Area 12 to Wyoming Excavators and a contract price reduction of $52,943.56 (7-0)
- Approved $5,000 budget amendment for communications staffing (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Board of Trustees
The Plainfield Charter Township Board is scheduled to approve the purchase of a parcel on Willow Drive for up to $75,000 to remove a home from the floodplain. The agenda also includes a $60,000 budget amendment for road maintenance on Pine Meadows Drive and Court, a $50,233 truck purchase for the Water Department, and a first reading of an ordinance amendment regarding prowling.
- Purchase of Willow Drive parcel for floodplain mitigation (max $75,000 plus $6,500 closing costs)
- Budget amendment adding $60,000 for Pine Meadows Drive and Pine Meadows Court maintenance
- Water Department purchase of replacement pick-up truck from Sparta Chevrolet for $50,233.00
- First reading of amendment to prowling ordinance to apply day or night
- Discussion on 2022 and 2023 Infrastructure Projects
The Board approved the purchase of a parcel on Willow Drive and several other items via a consent agenda, including a new Water Department truck and increased road maintenance funding.
- Approved purchase of Willow Drive parcel for up to $75,000 plus $6,500 in closing costs (5-0)
- Approved purchase of Water Department pick-up truck from Sparta Chevrolet for $50,233.00 (5-0)
- Approved 2022 budget amendment to increase local road maintenance funding by $60,000 (5-0)
- Authorized first reading and publication of notice for prowling regulation amendment (5-0)
- Approved agreement with Sigma Planning Corporation for retirement plan administration (5-0)
- Approved September 12, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)
- Approved Accounts Payable (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Board of Trustees
The Plainfield Charter Township Board is scheduled to approve several final payments for ongoing water supply system extensions and improvements. The board will also consider establishing the 2023 property tax millage at 4.1743 mills and review requests for rezoning and a private well exception. Additionally, the board will enter closed session to discuss settlement strategy in pending litigation with Bruce Ling.
- Approve payment of $544,207.97 to Kamminga and Roodvoets, Inc. for Northville Drive water and wastewater improvements
- Approve payment of $520,072.12 to Wyoming Excavators, Inc. for Area 12 water supply extension
- Consider establishing the 2023 property tax millage at 4.1743 mills
- Consider a request to rezone 8126 Belmont Avenue
- Enter closed session regarding settlement strategy for litigation with Bruce Ling
The Board approved the 2023 property tax millage and rezoned a Belmont Avenue property to light industrial. Several water supply system payments were approved via the consent agenda, and a legal settlement with Bruce A. Ling was authorized.
- Approved 2023 general fund millage of 3.7 mills and special trails/recreational millage of 0.4743 mills (7-0)
- Approved rezoning 8126 Belmont Avenue NE from Rural Estate Residential to Light Industrial (7-0)
- Approved private well exception for 7157 Packer Woods Drive (7-0)
- Approved stipulated order of conditional dismissal and agreement with Bruce A. Ling (7-0)
- Approved $544,207.97 payment to Kamminga and Roodvoets, Inc. for Northville Drive water/wastewater improvements (7-0)
- Approved $520,072.12 payment to Wyoming Excavators, Inc. for Area 12 water supply extension (7-0)
- Approved $281,733.63 payment to Montgomery Excavating for Area 8B water supply extension (7-0)
- Approved $179,118.00 payment to Schippers Excavating for Area 8A water supply extension (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Board of Trustees
The Plainfield Charter Township Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing and workshop to discuss the 2023 General Fund operating budget. The agenda also includes a closed session to consult with legal counsel regarding pending litigation with Bruce Ling. Additionally, the Board will review a consent agenda approving payments for private water service connections in several areas.
- Public hearing and workshop on the 2023 General Fund operating budget
- Closed session to discuss settlement strategy for litigation with Bruce Ling
- Approval of $75,202.50 payment to Herrington Excavating for Area 4 water connections
- Approval of $64,637.00 total payments to Herrington Excavating and VandenBerg Bros. for Area 13 water connections
- Approval of $27,455.20 total payments to Herrington Excavating and Rowland Excavating for Area 3 water extensions
The Board approved several payments to excavating companies for private water services across four areas. A public hearing for the 2023 budget was held with no public comments recorded.
- Approved $6,997.00 payment to Herrington Excavating for Area 7A water services (7-0)
- Approved $14,287.00 to Herrington Excavating and $13,168.20 to Rowland Excavating for Area 3 water services (7-0)
- Approved $75,202.50 payment to Herrington Excavating for Area 4 water services (7-0)
- Approved $25,835.00 to Herrington Excavating and $38,802.00 to VandenBerg Bros. for Area 13 water services (7-0)
- Approved August 08, 2022 meeting minutes (7-0)
- Approved Accounts Payable (7-0)
- Entered closed session regarding settlement strategy for Bruce Ling litigation (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Board of Trustees
The Plainfield Charter Township Board of Trustees will review a consent agenda approving multiple payments for ongoing water and wastewater infrastructure projects. The board will also consider new business items, including a denial of a private well exemption and second readings of proposed amendments to local ordinances regarding drug paraphernalia and sidewalks.
- Approve $544,760.15 payment for Northville Drive water and wastewater improvements
- Approve $324,288.22 payment for water supply extension at Jewell Avenue and 11 Mile Road
- Consider denial of private well exemption request at 2100 Brent Drive
- Second reading of proposed amendments to Code of Ordinances regulating drug paraphernalia
- Approve $30,110.00 replacement of Water Department leak noise correlator
The Board approved several payments for water and wastewater system improvements and an engineering proposal for water mains. It also passed ordinances regarding drug paraphernalia and sidewalks, and granted site condominium approval for a 6-unit residential development.
- Approved $30,110 for Water Department leak noise correlator (7-0)
- Approved water/wastewater payments totaling $1,225,767.45 across six projects (7-0)
- Approved $15,825 for concrete curbing at Premier Park (7-0)
- Approved acquisition of 4551 Abrigador Trail for $1,525.31 (7-0)
- Denied private well exemption request at 2100 Brent Drive (7-0)
- Approved ordinance amending drug paraphernalia definitions (7-0)
- Approved ordinance amending sidewalk and non-motorized trail codes (7-0)
- Approved 6-unit Columbine Court Site Condominiums with streetlight and easement conditions (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Board of Trustees
The Plainfield Township Board is scheduled to approve payments for private water service connections in several areas, totaling over $120,000. The board will also approve a preliminary drainage study for the Kuttshill area and engineering services for the Airway Street pathway. Additionally, the board will consider amendments to the Code of Ordinances regarding drug paraphernalia and update land division fees.
- Approve payment to Rowland Excavating for Area 3 water connections ($13,596.00)
- Approve payment to Herrington Excavating for Area 4 water connections ($74,434.00)
- Approve payment to Herrington Excavating for Area 13 water connections ($24,527.00)
- Approve preliminary drainage study for Kuttshill area to Prein and Newhof ($10,400.00)
- Approve engineering services for Airway Street pathway not to exceed $79,000
The Board of Trustees approved a 5% merit raise for Superintendent Cameron VanWyngarden, retroactive to the start of 2022. The Board also approved several payments for water service connections and engineering services via a consent agenda.
- Approved 5% merit raise for Superintendent Cameron VanWyngarden (7-0)
- Approved $13,596 payment to Rowland Excavating for Area 3 water connections
- Approved $74,434 payment to Herrington Excavating, Inc. for Area 4 water connections
- Approved $24,527 payment to Herrington Excavating, Inc. for Area 13 water connections
- Approved $7,560 payment to Herrington Excavating, Inc. from EGLE C2R2 grant funds
- Approved $10,400 preliminary drainage study for Kuttshill area to Prein and Newhof
- Approved engineering services for Airway Street pathway to Prein & Newhof not to exceed $79,000
- Approved Final Plat for Eastern Meadows subject to $111,350 financial surety
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Board of Trustees
The Plainfield Charter Township Board is scheduled to review a consent agenda that includes approving payments for road construction projects and authorizing a contract for firefighter physicals. The board will also hold a first reading of proposed amendments to the Sidewalks and Non-Motorized Trails ordinance and discuss new business items regarding land use and land division regulations.
- First reading of amendments to Chapter 32, Article II, Sidewalks and Non-Motorized Trails
- Approval of agreement with NDS Wellness for firefighter physicals totaling $11,000.00
- Approval of payment application no. 1 for Northville Drive area to Kamminga & Roodvoets, Inc. in the amount of $422,029.61
- Approval of final payment application no. 6 for Area 7A-Wolven Loop to Dykema Excavators in the amount of $175,233.46
- Consideration of a proposed land use in the Grand Isle Golf Course Planned Unit Development
The Board of Trustees denied a request for an assisted living and memory care facility at 6232 West River Drive. The Board also enacted a new Land Division Ordinance and approved several infrastructure payments and contracts via a consent agenda.
- Denied land use approval for assisted living and memory care facility at 6232 West River Drive (7-0)
- Approved new Land Division Ordinance (7-0)
- Approved $11,000 agreement with NDS Wellness for firefighter physicals (7-0)
- Approved $6,325 proposal from S.A. Morman & Co. for DW Richardson Park restroom/utility building doors (7-0)
- Approved $422,029.61 payment to Kamminga & Roodvoets, Inc. for Northville Drive area (7-0)
- Approved $249,624.55 payment to Schippers Excavating for Area 8A (7-0)
- Approved $181,296.00 payment to Montgomery Excavating for Area 8B (7-0)
- Approved $175,233.46 final payment to Dykema Excavators for Area 7A (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Board of Trustees
The Plainfield Charter Township Board is scheduled to approve a $53,051 contract for server hardware and software. They will also hold a first reading of proposed amendments to the Land Division Ordinance and a second reading of an ordinance amending Stormwater Management regulations. Additionally, the board will enter a closed session to discuss the purchase of real property.
- Approve $53,051 quote from i3 Business Solutions for server hardware and software
- First reading of proposed amendments to the Land Division Ordinance
- Second reading of ordinance to amend the Stormwater Management Ordinance
- Approve new three-year agreement with Grand Valley Metro Council for NPDES stormwater compliance
- Closed session to consider purchase of real property
The Plainfield Charter Township Board of Trustees approved the consent agenda, accounts payable, and several infrastructure payments. The Board denied a proposed assisted living and memory care facility at 6232 West River Drive and enacted a new Land Division Ordinance.
- Approved June 27, 2022 regular meeting minutes, consent agenda, and accounts payable (7-0)
- Authorized notice of publication for sidewalk and non-motorized trail amendments
- Approved $11,000.00 agreement with NDS Wellness for firefighter physicals
- Approved $6,325.00 door replacement at DW Richardson Park by S.A. Morman & Co.
- Approved multiple contractor payments for utility, road, and water service projects
- Denied land use approval for an assisted living and memory care facility at 6232 West River Drive (7-0)
- Approved new Land Division Ordinance (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Board of Trustees
The Plainfield Charter Township Board of Trustees reviewed a consent agenda containing multiple infrastructure payments and contract adjustments. Key approvals included a $291,891.25 payment to Schippers Excavating for the 5 Mile Pressure Conversion project and an $8,472 HVAC replacement for the Buildings & Grounds office. The board also scheduled a discussion on the 2022-2026 Strategic Plan.
- Approve Application for Payment No. 7 to Schippers Excavating, Inc. for 5 Mile Pressure Conversion Phase 1 in the amount of $291,891.25
- Approve Application for Payment No. 7 to Dean's Landscaping and Excavating for Area 13 - Packer Loop in the amount of $367,792.54
- Approve Application for Payment No. 7 to CL Trucking & Excavating for Area 3 - Herrington Avenue in the amount of $60,182.41
- Approve proposal from Kentwood Plumbing & Heating to replace HVAC system for Buildings & Grounds office in the amount of $8,472.00
- Discuss 2022-2026 Strategic Plan
The Board approved a consent agenda including payments for water service connections, excavation work, and a new HVAC system. The Board also discussed the 2022-2026 Strategic Plan.
- Approved $8,472.00 HVAC replacement for Building & Grounds office
- Approved $291,891.25 payment to Schippers Excavating, Inc. for 5 Mile Pressure Conversion Phase 1
- Approved $60,182.41 payment to CL Trucking & Excavating for Area 3
- Approved $367,792.54 payment to Dean's Landscaping and Excavating for Area 13 - Packer Loop
- Approved $22,680.00 payment to Kamminga & Roodvoets, Inc. for Production Well #17
- Approved $225,256.20 payment to Schippers Excavating for Area 8A
- Approved $41,896.00 payment to Herrington Excavating, Inc. for Area 13 private water connections
- Approved $25,655.50 payment to Herrington Excavating, Inc. for Area 4 private water connections
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of Trustees
The Plainfield Charter Township Board of Trustees is scheduled to approve a consent agenda that includes ratifying Brownfield Authority bylaws and authorizing the first reading of amendments to the Stormwater Management Ordinance. The board will also approve payments for private water service connections and drain repairs, totaling over $113,000 in specified items. Additionally, the board will hold a public hearing on amendments to the Mercy Health PUD Ordinance and consider zoning ordinance amendments.
- Authorize first reading of amendments to the Stormwater Management Ordinance
- Approve trench drain replacement and laundry room drain repair at Station 3 for $117,105.00
- Approve payment for private water service connections for Area 16 to Herrington Excavating, Inc. for $84,150.50
- Approve payment for private water service connections for Area 13 - Packer Loop to McDonald Plumbing for $11,855.00
- Public hearing on amendments to the Mercy Health PUD Ordinance
The Board approved amendments to the Zoning Ordinance and the Mercy Health PUD Ordinance for three Northland Drive properties. The Board also passed a consent agenda covering various infrastructure repairs and water service payments.
- Approved Mercy Health PUD Ordinance amendments for 6120, 6050, and 6070 Northland Drive (6-0)
- Approved Zoning Ordinance amendments based on Planning Commission and staff recommendations (6-0)
- Approved $117,105.00 for Station 3 trench drain replacement and laundry room drain repair
- Approved $10,000 maximum for annual maintenance of Premier Park soccer fields
- Approved $84,150.50 payment to Herrington Excavating, Inc. for Area 16 private water service connections
- Approved $11,855.00 payment to McDonald Plumbing for Area 13 - Packer Loop private water service connections
- Authorized first reading and notice of publication for Stormwater Management Ordinance amendments
- Approved Brownfield Authority Bylaws
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Board of Trustees
The Plainfield Charter Township Board of Trustees reviewed a consent agenda approving payments for water infrastructure projects and a boiler replacement at Fire Station #1. The board also considered a public hearing on a Planned Unit Development amendment to allow apartment construction and discussed replacing the Private Road Ordinance.
- Approve $53,281.00 to Plummers Environmental Services, Inc. for manhole linings along the Grand River
- Approve $36,620.00 to Gale Plumbing and Hydronics Inc. to replace the boiler at Fire Station #1
- Approve $282,680.75 payment to Dean's Landscaping and Excavating for Area 13 - Packer Loop
- Approve $38,565.45 change order and payment to Wyoming Excavators Inc. for Area 12 - Woodwater Drive and Rapidfall Drive
- Public hearing on rezoning 4243 East Beltline Avenue and part of 4248 Pine Forest Drive for a 6-unit apartment building
The Board approved a consent agenda including several payments for water service and landscaping projects. The Board also authorized the replacement of a boiler at Fire Station #1 and manhole linings along the Grand River.
- Approved manhole linings by Plummers Environmental Services, Inc. for $53,281.00
- Approved Fire Station #1 boiler replacement by Gale Plumbing and Hydronics Inc. for $36,620.00
- Approved payment to Dean's Landscaping and Excavating for $282,680.75
- Approved payment to Wyoming Excavators Inc. for $38,565.45
- Approved payment to McDonald Plumbing for $8,360.00
- Approved payment to McDonald Plumbing for $6,725.00
- Approved payment to Kamminga & Roodvoets, Inc. for $12,177.34
- Approved charitable gaming license resolution for Chandler Woods Charter Academy Boosters, Inc.
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of Trustees
The Plainfield Charter Township Board will review a public hearing to amend a Planned Unit Development, potentially allowing a six-unit apartment building on East Beltline Avenue. The agenda also includes consent items for infrastructure projects, such as replacing the 5 Mile Library roof and removing trees from Packer Cemetery. Additionally, the board will discuss replacing the Private Road Ordinance and creating a historical society.
- Public hearing to rezone 0.51 acres at 4243 East Beltline Avenue for a 6-unit apartment building
- Approve $20,375 roof replacement at 5 Mile Library by Veenkamp Roofing and Siding
- Approve $16,620 tree removal at Packer Cemetery by Mr. Bill’s Land Tree Snow
- Approve water supply extension project in Area 8C-Algoma Avenue and 11 Mile Road
- Consider replacement of the Private Road Ordinance and creation of a Plainfield Historical Society
The Board approved a PUD amendment to allow a 6-unit apartment building at 4243 East Beltline Avenue. The Board also adopted a new Private Road Ordinance and authorized the creation of a Plainfield Historical Society. Several infrastructure and maintenance contracts were approved via the consent agenda.
- Approved rezoning of 4243 East Beltline Avenue and part of 4248 Pine Forest Drive to PUD for a 6-unit apartment building (5-0)
- Approved new Plainfield Charter Township Private Road Ordinance
- Approved use of staff and attorney time to create a Plainfield Historical Society (5-0)
- Approved $20,375 roof replacement at 5 Mile Library with contingency up to $8,965 (5-0)
- Approved $16,620 for tree removal in Packer Cemetery (5-0)
- Approved bid from CL Trucking & Excavating for water supply extension in Area 8C (5-0)
- Approved water service connection payments to Herrington Excavating ($47,313) and McDonald Plumbing ($41,750) (5-0)
- Approved Township Policy on Accessibility of the Assessor's Office and Record Inspection Policy (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Board of Trustees
The Plainfield Charter Township Board is scheduled to approve the tentative preliminary plat for Phase 3 of the Ravines at Inwood development, subject to escrow funds for road improvements. The board will also discuss replacing the HVAC system at Township Hall and potential improvements to the Community Center. Additionally, the board will review the minutes from the previous meeting and approve accounts payable.
- Approval of tentative preliminary plat for Ravines at Inwood Plat Phase 3, PUD Phase 4
- Escrow funds required for Kuttshill Drive/Rogue River Road intersection improvements
- Discussion on replacing the HVAC system at Township Hall
- Discussion on potential improvements to the Community Center
- Approval of Accounts Payable
The Board approved a contract for a new HVAC system at Township Hall and approved a preliminary plat for the Ravines at Inwood development. Accounts payable and the March 28 meeting minutes were also approved.
- Approved $263,649.00 proposal from Hurst Mechanical for HVAC replacement (7-0)
- Approved Tentative Preliminary Plat for Ravines at Inwood Plat Phase 3, PUD Phase 4 (6-0)
- Approved March 28, 2022 regular meeting minutes (6-0)
- Approved Accounts Payable (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Board of Trustees
The Plainfield Charter Township Board of Trustees will review a consent agenda containing approvals for water service payments, new board appointments, and a charitable gaming license recommendation. The meeting includes a public hearing on a Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund grant application for Phase 2 of Grand Rogue Park. Additionally, the board will consider a resolution for the park grant and an application for a liquor license for Battle GR LLC.
- Public hearing on Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund Grant Application for Grand Rogue Park Phase 2
- Approval of $63,572.00 payment to Herrington Excavating Inc. for private water service connections in Area 3 (Herrington Avenue, Sprucewood Drive, et al.)
- Approval of $15,505.00 payment to Herrington Excavating Inc. for private water service connections in Area 4 (Belmont Avenue and Van Dam Drive Loop)
- Approval of $20,880.00 payment to Herrington Excavating Inc. for private water service connections in Area 13 (Packer Loop)
- Acceptance of bid from Montgomery Excavating for water supply extensions in Area 8B (Jewell Avenue & 11 Mile)
The Board approved a liquor license application for Battle GR LLC and a resolution to apply for a Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund grant for Grand Rogue Park Phase 2. Through a consent agenda, the Board also approved several water service payments and engineering services for the Jericho Trail.
- Approved liquor license application for Battle GR LLC (6-0)
- Approved resolution to apply for Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund Grant for Grand Rogue Park (6-0)
- Approved $257,000 engineering services proposal from Prein & Newhof for Jericho Trail
- Approved $63,572 payment to Herrington Excavating Inc. for Area 3 water connections
- Approved $15,505 payment to Herrington Excavating Inc. for Area 4 water connections
- Approved $20,880 payment to Herrington Excavating Inc. for Area 13 water connections
- Approved $26,334 purchase of fire department turnout gear from Honeywell
- Appointed Robin Ellerthorpe to the Zoning Board of Appeals (term ending Dec 31, 2024)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Board of Trustees
The Plainfield Township Board will approve payments for private water service connections in two areas and initial work on a water treatment plant. They will also consider upgrading security systems at Town Hall and fire stations, amend the Private Road Ordinance, and hold a public hearing to extend mining operations at Boulder Creek.
- Public hearing to extend Boulder Creek Planned Unit Development mining operations to Dec 31, 2022
- Approve $9,861.00 payment to McDonald Plumbing for water connections in Area 13 (Packer Loop)
- Approve $65,930.00 payment to McDonald Plumbing for water connections in Area 4 (Belmont Ave/Van Dam Dr)
- Approve $32,349.15 payment to Kamminga & Roodvoets for Production Well #17 improvements
- Consider $9,634.00 for security system upgrades at Town Hall, Fire Stations #1 and #3, and Training Center
The Board of Trustees denied a request by Grand Rapids Gravel Company to extend mining operations at the Boulder Creek Planned Unit Development. The Board also approved site condominium status for a medical and administrative office development called Boulder North.
- Denied request to extend Boulder Creek PUD mining operations to December 31, 2022 (7-0)
- Approved site condominium for Boulder North 5-unit medical and administrative office development (7-0)
- Approved $9,861.00 payment to McDonald Plumbing for Area 13 water service connections (7-0)
- Approved $65,930.00 payment to McDonald Plumbing for Area 4 water service connections (7-0)
- Approved $32,349.15 payment to Kamminga & Roodvoets, Inc. for Production Well #17 improvements (7-0)
- Approved $9,634 for security system improvements at Town Hall, Fire Stations #1 and #3, and Fire Training Center (7-0)
- Authorized first reading and notice of publication for Private Road Ordinance amendments (7-0)
- Approved February 28, 2022 meeting minutes (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Board of Trustees
The Plainfield Charter Township Board reviewed a consent agenda approving payments for private water service connections in several areas, including Wolven Loop and Herrington Avenue. The board also considered awarding a bid for a water system extension in Area 12 and discussed purchasing a speed radar board. Additionally, the board reviewed proposals for engineering services for Grand Rogue Park and grant applications.
- Approve payment to Tubergen Construction Inc. for Area 7A-Wolven Loop water connections ($11,820.00)
- Approve payments for Area 3 water connections to McDonald Plumbing ($7,120.00), Rowland Excavating Inc. ($49,656.80), and Tubergen Construction Inc. ($23,975.00)
- Approve payment to Bosma Brothers Water & Sewer for Area 13-Packet Loop water connections ($7,675.00)
- Approve bid from Wyoming Excavators for Area 12-Woodwater Drive and Rapidfall Drive water extension
- Consider purchase of Stalker Radar speed board from Applied Concepts, Inc. ($8,931.00)
The Board approved several payments for private water service connections and engineering services for the Grand Rogue Park - Phase 1 project. The Board also authorized a grant application for the Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund and purchased a radar speed board.
- Appointed Dennis Cardosa to the Planning Commission (7-0)
- Approved water service payments to Tubergen Construction, McDonald Plumbing, Rowland Excavating, and Bosma Brothers (7-0)
- Approved Wyoming Excavators bid for water system supply extension in Area 12 (7-0)
- Approved boundary changes in Precinct 6 and Precinct 11 (7-0)
- Approved Prein & Newhof engineering for Grand Rogue Park - Phase 1 up to $68,400 (7-0)
- Approved purchase of Stalker Radar speed board for $8,931.00 (7-0)
- Authorized Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund grant application and Prein & Newhof services up to $12,000 (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Board of Trustees
The Plainfield Charter Township Board of Trustees is scheduled to approve payments for private water service connections in Areas 3, 4, 7A, 13, and 16. The agenda also includes approving change orders for water supply extensions on Bittersweet Drive and production well #17, as well as considering a bid withdrawal and re-award for water extensions in Area 8A.
- Approve payments for private water service connections in Area 3 (Herrington Ave, Sprucewood Dr) totaling $282,863.50
- Approve payments for private water service connections in Area 4 (Belmont Ave, Van Dam Dr) totaling $186,258.50
- Approve change order no. 1 for water supply system extension on Bittersweet Drive, adjusting contract price to $389,275.00
- Approve change order no. 1 for production well #17, adjusting contract price to $259,893.73
- Consider accepting bid withdrawal from DeSal Excavating Inc. and awarding bid to Schippers Excavating Inc. for Area 8A water extensions
The Board approved a contract for water supply extensions in Area 8A and authorized several payments for private water service connections. The Board also approved the purchase of utility trailers and fire hoses, and struck uncollectable property taxes from 2009-2016.
- Awarded $1,112,515.00 water supply extension bid for Area 8A to Schippers Excavating Inc. (6-0)
- Approved striking uncollectable personal property taxes from 2009-2016 (6-0)
- Approved $8,955 purchase of three utility trailers from X-Pert Trucks and Trailers (6-0)
- Approved $9,705.25 purchase of 37 pieces of fire hose from CSI Emergency Apparatus, LLC (6-0)
- Approved water supply system extension change order for Bittersweet Drive Area to $389,275.00 (6-0)
- Approved production well #17 change order to $259,893.73 (6-0)
- Approved multiple payments for private water service connections in Areas 16, 13, 7A, 4, and 3 (6-0)
- Approved January 24, 2022 meeting minutes (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Board of Trustees
The Plainfield Charter Township Board reviews a consent agenda approving contracts for janitorial services, vehicle replacements, and private water service connections. The board also considers a new entrance sign project for Versluis and Grand Isle parks and discusses an updated local road maintenance plan.
- Janitorial services contract for libraries: $11,700 (Comstock Park) and $24,000 (Plainfield)
- Water Department vehicle replacement from Sparta Chevrolet: $43,860
- Private water service connections in Areas 3, 4, 7A, and 13 totaling over $185,000
- New entrance signs for Versluis and Grand Isle parks from Valley City Sign: $29,498
- Appeal to Groundwater Control Ordinance for private well at 7147 Packer Woods Drive
The Board approved an updated 3-year local road maintenance plan and granted a groundwater ordinance appeal for a private well. The Board also approved a consent agenda covering multiple facility contracts, vehicle purchases, and water service payments.
- Approved updated 3-year local road maintenance plan (6-0)
- Approved groundwater ordinance appeal for private well at 7147 Packer Woods Drive (6-0)
- Approved janitorial contracts for Comstock Park Library ($11,700) and Plainfield Library ($24,000)
- Approved Water Department vehicle replacement from Sparta Chevrolet for $43,860
- Approved boiler purchase for Water Distribution Building for $18,600
- Approved park signs for Versluis and Grand Isle parks for $29,498
- Approved water service connection payments to McDonald Plumbing and Rowland Excavating
- Approved MLCC Resolution for BattleGR On-Premises Tasting Room Permit
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Board of Trustees
The Plainfield Charter Township Board of Trustees is scheduled to approve a consent agenda containing numerous payments for water infrastructure projects and a new police vehicle. The board will also hold a second reading of the new Stormwater Management Ordinance and consider a grant application for increased fire staffing. Additionally, the board plans to enter a closed session to discuss the purchase of real property.
- Purchase of 2022 Chevrolet Tahoe Police Package Vehicle for $39,594.00
- Second reading of the new Stormwater Management Ordinance
- Payment for Area 4 - Belmont Avenue and Van Dam Drive Loop to Wyoming Excavators for $142,116.35
- Repainting clarifiers #3 and #4 at the water plant by Fedewa, Inc. for $128,900.00
- Consideration of a SAFER grant application for increased fire staffing
The Board approved a new Stormwater Management Ordinance and passed a consent agenda including several infrastructure payments and police equipment purchases. The Board also expressed support for a SAFER grant application to increase fire staffing.
- Approved new Stormwater Management Ordinance (6-0)
- Approved $39,594 purchase of a 2022 Chevrolet Tahoe Police Package Vehicle
- Approved $28,035 purchase of seven mobile data computers and equipment from TELE-RAD
- Approved $128,900 for repainting water plant clarifiers #3 and #4 by Fedewa Inc.
- Approved $142,116.35 payment to Wyoming Excavators for Area 4 - Belmont Avenue and Van Dam Drive Loop
- Approved agreement with Progressive AE for Reimagine Plainfield planning and consulting services
- Approved changes to Personnel Policy regarding holiday pay and sick time use
- Approved SAFER grant application for increased fire staffing