Plainfield public meetings in 2023

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will discuss several ordinances, including amendments to the Zoning Ordinance and the Township Code. The meeting also includes public hearings regarding streetlight special assessment districts for four plats.

• Public hearing: Boulder View West Plat Streetlight Special Assessment District
• Public hearing: Northbrook Plat - #8 Streetlight Special Assessment District
• Public hearing: Ravines at Inwood Plat - #3 Streetlight Special Assessment District
• Public hearing: Villas at the Ravines Condominiums - #3 Streetlight Special Assessment District
• Ordinance to rezone 1855 4 Mile Road NE from O, Office to R-1A, Residential

The Board approved several ordinance amendments, including updates to the Zoning Ordinance and the International Property Maintenance Code. They established streetlight special assessment districts for four residential areas and approved a financial commitment for 2025 Plainfield Avenue corridor improvements. The Board also accepted the resignation of Township Treasurer Bill Brinkman.

• Rezoned 1855 4 Mile Road NE from Office to Residential (7-0)
• Approved streetlight special assessment districts for Boulder View West, Northbrook #8, Ravines at Inwood #3, and Villas at the Ravines #3 (7-0)
• Approved financial commitment for 2025 Plainfield Avenue corridor improvements (7-0)
• Accepted resignation of Township Treasurer Bill Brinkman effective Feb 1, 2024 (6-0)
• Approved 2024 mowing contract to Mr. Mow It All Lawncare for $53,170.00 (7-0)
• Approved purchase of 2023 Kawasaki Mule for $14,887.32 (7-0)
• Approved $353,892.14 payment to Al's Excavating for shared-use pathway improvements (7-0)
• Approved amendments to the Zoning Ordinance and Township Code of Ordinances (7-0)

Board of Trustees

The Board will consider a first reading and publication of notices for proposed changes to the Code of Ordinances regarding snow removal and vegetation maintenance. The proposed changes include rescinding snow removal requirements for certain properties and increasing mowing depth requirements for non-residential properties.

• First reading of proposed amendments to snow removal and vegetation maintenance ordinances
• Public hearing on the proposed Comstock Park Downtown Development Authority plan
• Purchase of hydraulic extraction tools from Genesis for $51,057.00
• Agreement with Plainfield Grand Rogue Historical Society to operate the Hyser Rivers Museum
• 4.6% cost of living adjustment for non-bargaining employees effective January 1, 2024

The Board approved an amended development and tax increment finance plan for the Comstock Park Downtown Development Authority. Other actions included approving a private well exception and an agreement for the operation of the Hyser Rivers Museum.

• Approved amended Comstock Park Downtown Development Authority plan (4-0)
• Approved private well exception request for 1590 10 Mile Road NE (4-0)
• Approved agreement with Plainfield Grand Rogue Historical Society to operate Hyser Rivers Museum (4-0)
• Approved $51,057.00 purchase of hydraulic extraction tools from Genesis
• Approved 4.6% cost of living adjustment for non-bargaining employees effective Jan 1, 2024
• Approved 2024 health insurance and employee benefit plans
• Approved $171,084.24 final payment to Montgomery Excavating for Area 9B
• Authorized publication of proposed ordinance changes for snow and vegetation maintenance

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees is considering the 2024 budget and proposed amendments to the Zoning Ordinance. The agenda also includes several resolutions for streetlight special assessments and various infrastructure payments.

• First reading of Ordinance to Amend Chapter 14, Division 3 regarding the Amended Development and Tax Increment Finance Plan
• Approval of final plat for Ravines at Inwood Plat Phase 3 with $193,456.43 financial surety
• Approval of 2024 MDOT Performance Resolution
• Approval of 2024 budget
• Payment to B&L Excavation Corp. for $145,762.50 for Area 9C

The Board approved the 2024 budget and several zoning and land use items. The board also authorized multiple payments for water service connections and infrastructure work.

• Approved 2024 budget (6-0)
• Approved amendments to the Zoning Ordinance (6-0)
• Granted short-term soil removal permit for Brigade Fire Protection (6-0)
• Approved 2024 MDOT Performance Resolution
• Approved final plat for Ravines at Inwood Plat Phase 3 with $193,456.43 financial surety
• Approved $145,762.50 payment to B&L Excavation Corp.
• Approved $120,408.80 payment to Montgomery Excavating, Inc.
• Established location for an Early Voting Site in Plainfield Charter Township

Board of Trustees

The Board is considering a $2,000,000.00 purchase for a new water plant generator and automatic transfer switch. Additionally, the Board is considering the purchase of real estate at 5217 Plainfield Avenue to expand the water treatment facility.

• Estimated $2,000,000.00 purchase for water plant generator and transfer switch
• Proposed real estate purchase at 5217 Plainfield Avenue for water facility expansion
• Public hearing set for November 27, 2023, regarding the Comstock Park Downtown Development and Financing Plan
• Resolution to oppose legislation preempting local control of utility-scale renewable facilities
• Amendment to law enforcement agreement with Kent County Sheriff's Office

The Board approved an estimated $2 million for a new water plant generator and transfer switch. It also authorized the purchase of real estate at 5217 Plainfield Avenue for water treatment facility expansion. Additionally, the Board approved several payments for private water service connections.

• Approved purchase of water plant generator and transfer switch for estimated $2,000,000.00 (5-0)
• Approved purchase of land at 5217 Plainfield Avenue for $495,000.00 (5-0)
• Approved payments to Herrington Excavating for water connections in Areas 7A, 8C, 9B, 9C, 10, 17, and 18
• Approved payments to Rowland Excavating ($24,687.00) and VandenBerg Bros. ($57,206.00) for Area 9A water connections
• Approved resolution to oppose legislation preempting local control of utility-scale renewable facilities
• Set public hearing for Amended and Restated Comstock Park Downtown Development and Financing Plan for Nov 27, 2023
• Approved October 9, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved agreement for township law enforcement

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will discuss a proposed 4% increase for 2024 water and sewer rates. Additionally, the Board will consider an agreement to extend sewer services to properties in Algoma Township.

• Proposed 4% increase for 2024 water and sewer rates
• Sewer connection agreement with Saddle Ridge Site Condominium Association
• Engineering services proposal from Prein & Newhof for Saddle Ridge
• $274,049.41 payment to Al's Excavating for shared-use pathway improvements
• $17,972.00 purchase of a debris hauler from Woodland Equipment

The Plainfield Charter Township Board of Trustees approved the consent agenda, including 2024 utility rates, meeting minutes, accounts payable, and multiple payments for pathway and water service connections. The board also approved a sewer connection agreement for Algoma Township properties, engineering services for the Saddle Ridge lift station, a debris hauler purchase, and a proposal to update the Comstock Park DDA plan. A decision on a new water plant generator was postponed to the next meeting.

• Approved agenda, consent agenda, and accounts payable (7-0)
• Approved 2024 utility rate changes
• Approved $274,049.41 payment to Al's Excavating for Jericho Avenue and Airway Street pathway improvements
• Approved multiple payments for private water service connections in areas 8A, 8B, 8C, 14, 9A, 9B, 9C, 10, 17, and 18
• Approved agreement with Saddle Ridge Site Condominium Association, West Michigan Development Company, and Rockford Public Schools for sewer system connections (7-0)
• Approved engineering services proposal from Prein & Newhof for Saddle Ridge lift station and force main contingent on all parties' approval (7-0)
• Approved purchase of a debris hauler from Woodland Equipment for $17,972.00 (7-0)
• Approved proposal from Progressive AE to update Comstock Park Downtown Development Authority Plan for $19,900.00 (7-0)

Board of Trustees

The Board will consider extending sewer service to the Saddle Ridge development and elementary school in Algoma Township. Members will also hold a workshop to discuss the 2024 budget.

• Sewer service extension request for Saddle Ridge residential development and elementary school
• 2024 budget workshop
• One-year extension for Columbine Court Site Condominium project
• Law enforcement agreement amendment with Kent County Sheriff's Office
• Payments to Herrington Excavating Inc. for water service connections totaling $146,261.83

The Board approved several payments to Herrington Excavating Inc. for private water service connections and amended the law enforcement agreement with the Kent County Sheriff's Office. A decision on extending sewer service to the Saddle Ridge development was postponed.

• Approved September 11, 2023 meeting minutes
• Granted one-year extension for Columbine Court Site Condominium project approval
• Approved $41,125.00 payment to Herrington Excavating Inc. (Area 8A)
• Approved $23,163.00 payment to Herrington Excavating Inc. (Area 8B)
• Approved $90,441.83 payment to Herrington Excavating Inc. (Area 8C)
• Approved $31,532.00 payment to Herrington Excavating Inc. (Area 9B)
• Approved $1,475.00 payment to Herrington Excavating Inc. (miscellaneous)
• Approved amendment to Kent County Sheriff's Office law enforcement agreement

Board of Trustees

The Plainfield Charter Township Board is scheduled to approve numerous payments for private water service connections across several areas, totaling hundreds of thousands of dollars. The board will also hold a public hearing on the proposed 2024 budget and consider setting the 2024 millage rate at 4.1743, which matches the 2023 rate. Additionally, the board will approve a budget amendment to adjust payroll accounts and move capital spending to a new fund.

• Approve payments for private water service connections in Areas 8A, 8B, 8C, 9B, 9C, and 11 to contractors including McDonald Plumbing, Herrington Excavating, and Herrington Plumbing.
• Approve payment for shared-use pathway improvements on Jericho Avenue and Airway Street to Al's Excavating in the amount of $538,250.01.
• Consider setting a 2024 millage rate of 4.1743, the same rate as 2023.
• Approve 2023 budget amendment #1 to adjust payroll accounts and transfer capital budget to a new Capital Improvement Fund.
• Approve services of Midwest Asphalt Maintenance to sealcoat and re-stripe the Versluis Park parking lot for $22,095.00.

The Board established the 2024 millage rate to remain the same as 2023. It also approved a Special Assessment District for private road repairs at North Valley Condominium Association and authorized multiple payments for water service connections and infrastructure.

• Set 2024 millage rate at 4.1743 mills (5-0)
• Approved Special Assessment District for North Valley Condominium Association private road repair (5-0)
• Approved 2023 budget amendment #1 (5-0)
• Approved $22,095.00 for Versluis Park parking lot sealcoating and re-striping (5-0)
• Approved $538,250.01 for Jericho Avenue and Airway Street shared-use pathway improvements (5-0)
• Approved various payments for private water service connections in Areas 8A, 8B, 8C, 9B, 9C, and 11 (5-0)
• Approved final payments to Kamminga & Roodvoets, DeSal Excavating, and Montgomery Excavating (5-0)
• Approved August 28, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)

Board of Trustees

The Plainfield Charter Township Board will review a consent agenda approving contracts for water service connections and a Development Project Agreement for Grand Rogue Park Phase 2. The board will also hold a public hearing on a special assessment district for private road repairs and discuss the proposed 2024 General Fund Budget.

• Approve Development Project Agreement for Grand Rogue Park Phase 2 with MDNR
• Authorize up to $500,000 matching funds for Plainfield Senior Center improvements
• Approve $183,345.00 for replacing a 30" valve in Grand Rogue Park Area
• Approve multiple private water service payments to Herrington Excavating and Rowland Excavating
• Public hearing on Special Assessment District for North Valley Condominium Association road repair

The Board approved a Special Assessment District for private road repairs at North Valley Condominium Association. The Board also approved a series of water service payments and infrastructure projects via the consent agenda.

• Approved Special Assessment District for North Valley Condominium Association private road repair
• Approved $183,345.00 for water main valve replacement at Grand Rogue Park Area
• Approved matching funds up to $500,000 for Plainfield Senior Center improvements if grant is awarded
• Approved Development Project Agreement with Michigan DNR for Grand Rogue Park – Phase 2
• Approved application for Sierra Estate Drain district
• Approved water service payments to Herrington Excavating and Rowland Excavating
• Approved change order #1 for Area 9C contract date and times
• Approved August 14, 2023 meeting minutes and Accounts Payable

Board of Trustees

The Plainfield Charter Township Board reviews a consent agenda approving payments for infrastructure projects, including $195,930 for pathway improvements on Jericho Avenue and Airway Street. The board also holds a public hearing to consider rezoning 1303 Post Drive from Commercial to Mixed Use and establishes a special assessment district for private road repairs at North Valley Condominium Association.

• Public hearing to rezone 1303 Post Drive from C-1 Commercial to Planned Unit Development (Mixed Use)
• Approval of $195,930 payment to Al's Excavating for shared-use pathway improvements at Jericho Avenue and Airway Street
• Authorization to purchase a 2023 Ford F600 dump truck from Fox Ford for $95,616
• Approval of $166,230 payment to Herrington Excavating for water connections in Area 8C (Algoma Avenue and 11 Mile Road)
• Public hearing for a Special Assessment District for North Valley Condominium Association private road repair

The Board approved a rezoning request for 1303 Post Drive and granted three private well exception appeals. The Board also authorized several infrastructure payments and a new dump truck purchase via a consent agenda.

• Rezoned 1303 Post Drive from C-1 Commercial to Planned Unit Development (7-0)
• Approved $95,616.00 purchase of a 2023 Ford F600 dump truck (7-0)
• Granted private well exception appeal for 1310 10 Mile Rd (7-0)
• Granted private well exception appeal for 9047 Algoma Avenue (7-0)
• Granted private well exception appeal for 1736 10 Mile Rd (7-0)
• Approved application for state grant for senior center improvements with 20% budget match (7-0)
• Approved $195,930.00 payment to Al's Excavating for shared-use pathway improvements (7-0)
• Tabled action on North Valley Condominium Association Special Assessment District until August 28, 2023 (7-0)

Board of Trustees

The Plainfield Township Board reviewed a consent agenda approving preliminary plat approvals for the Ravines at Inwood Phase 3 residential subdivision, contingent on road improvements at Kuttshill Drive and Rogue River Road. The board also authorized payments for various excavation projects, the purchase of three Ford F250 trucks, and playground equipment for Gold Dust Park. New business items included considering engineering services for 2024 water infrastructure projects.

• Tentative and final preliminary plat approval for Ravines at Inwood Phase 3 (32 homes, 3.42-acre park)
• Purchase of three 2023 Super Duty Ford F250 trucks from Tony Betton & Sons for $165,594.72
• Playground equipment and improvements for Gold Dust Park from Midstates Recreation for $52,841.00
• Payment applications for Area 9B-Pine Island Drive ($289,674.89) and Area 14-Warwick Glen Drive ($186,235.28)
• Public hearing scheduled for August 14 regarding North Valley Condominium Association special assessment district

The Board approved two major engineering services summaries for 2024 water construction projects totaling $4,056,600. The Board also approved several equipment purchases and payments for excavation and water service work via a consent agenda.

• Approved $2,518,200 for Kuttshill pump station redundant supply loop (7-0)
• Approved $1,538,400 for Alpine Township cast iron water replacement Westgate Phase 2 (7-0)
• Approved $165,594.72 for three 2023 Super Duty Ford F250 trucks
• Approved $52,841.00 for Gold Dust Park playground equipment and improvements
• Approved tentative and final preliminary plat for Ravines at Inwood Plat, Phase 3
• Reappointed Jim Jarecki to the Comstock Park Downtown Development Authority Board
• Scheduled public hearing for August 14 regarding North Valley Condominium Association Special Assessment District
• Approved various excavation and water service payments to DeSal, Montgomery, B&L, Kamminga & Roodvoets, and Herrington

Board of Trustees

The Plainfield Charter Township Board of Trustees is scheduled to approve a $990,831 bid from Montgomery Excavating for a water supply system extension in Areas 10, 17, and 18. The agenda also includes the purchase of a new fire department pumper for $825,164 and several final payments for ongoing water main projects in various areas. Additionally, the board will discuss the use of ARPA funds for Plainfield Avenue and consider a new columbarium for the cemetery.

• Approve bid for water supply system extension in Area 10, 17, and 18 to Montgomery Excavating for $990,831.00
• Approve purchase of 2024 Rosenbauer Commander FX Pumper for fire department for $825,164.00
• Approve final payment to Montgomery Excavating for Area 8B-Jewell Avenue and 11 Mile Road for $24,000.00
• Approve payment to CL Trucking & Excavating for Area 8C-Algoma Avenue and 11 Mile Road for $435,776.30
• Discuss use of ARPA funds for Plainfield Avenue

The Board approved the purchase of a 2024 Rosenbauer Commander FX Pumper and a columbarium for the Plainfield Cemetery. Multiple payments and bids for water service and system extensions were approved via the consent agenda.

• Approved purchase of 2024 Rosenbauer Commander FX Pumper for $825,164.00 (4-0)
• Approved purchase of columbarium from Patten Monument for $8,700.00 (4-0)
• Approved $990,831.00 bid from Montgomery Excavating for water supply system extension in Areas 10, 17, and 18
• Approved $435,776.30 payment to CL Trucking & Excavating for Area 8C
• Approved $349,392.07 payment to Montgomery Excavating for Area 9B
• Approved $245,035.12 payment to DeSal Excavating for Area 11
• Approved $24,000.00 payment to Montgomery Excavating for Area 8B
• Approved $19,259.36 payment to Schippers Excavating for Area 8A

Board of Trustees

The Plainfield Township Board will review a consent agenda approving payments for water infrastructure projects, including a $84,475 roof replacement at the water plant and several private water service connections totaling over $200,000. The board will also consider a zoning ordinance amendment regarding animals, a well exception appeal, and a petition for a new county drain.

• Approve $84,475 for lime silo and low service pump roof replacement at the water plant by C&I Building Investments
• Approve $135,681 for private water service connections in Area 8B (Jewell Avenue and 11 Mile Road) to Herrington Excavating
• Consider amendment to Section 3.02 (Animals) of the Zoning Ordinance
• Consider well exception appeal for 8170 Freska Lake Drive
• Consider petition for new or expanded County Drain in area of Kuttshill Drive

The Board approved an amendment to the Zoning Ordinance regarding animals and agreed to petition the Kent County Drain Commissioner for drainage improvements near Kuttshill Drive. Several water infrastructure payments and a purchasing policy update were approved via the consent agenda.

• Approved Ordinance to Amend Section 3.02 - Animals of the Zoning Ordinance (7-0)
• Approved petition to Kent County Drain Commissioner for new or expanded drain at Kuttshill Drive/Sierra Estates (7-0)
• Denied request to discontinue PFAS Testing at 8170 Freska Lake Drive (7-0)
• Approved $84,475.00 for water plant roof replacements by C&I Building Investments (7-0)
• Approved $212,279.50 in total payments to Herrington Excavating for private water service connections (7-0)
• Approved $27,419.44 payment to Kamminga & Roodvoets for Production Well #17 (7-0)
• Approved update to township purchasing policy (7-0)
• Approved May 08, 2023 meeting minutes and Accounts Payable (7-0)

Board of Trustees

The Plainfield Charter Township Board of Trustees will review a consent agenda approving several infrastructure contracts, including water supply system extensions in Areas 8C, 9B, and 11 totaling over $800,000. The board will also grant final site condominium approval for Phase 3 of the Autumn Trails development subject to specific utility easement conditions. Additionally, the board will hold a joint workshop with the Planning Commission to begin the Comprehensive Plan Update.

• Approve water supply system extension in Area 8C (Algoma Ave/11 Mile Rd) to CL Trucking & Excavating LLC for $335,995.45
• Approve water supply system extension in Area 9B (Pine Island Dr) to Montgomery Excavating for $464,581.80
• Grant Final Site Condominium approval for Phase 3 of Autumn Trails development with streetlight and easement conditions
• Approve repaving of Buth Drive tank and pump station driveway by A-1 Asphalt for $19,040.00
• Approve purchase of two replacement pick-up trucks for Water Distribution from Sparta Chevrolet for $96,282.40

The Board approved several water supply system extension payments and infrastructure maintenance contracts. The Board also granted conditional site condominium approval for Phase 3 of the Autumn Trails development.

• Approved $464,581.80 payment to Montgomery Excavating for Area 9B water extension
• Approved $335,995.45 payment to CL Trucking & Excavating LLC for Area 8C water extension
• Approved $39,510.00 payment to DeSal Excavating Inc. for Area 11 water extension
• Approved $96,282.40 for two Water Distribution Department pick-up trucks from Sparta Chevrolet
• Approved $19,040.00 for Buth Drive tank and pump station driveway repaving by A-1 Asphalt
• Approved $16,303 for Premier Park parking lot sealcoating and re-striping by Midwest Asphalt Maintenance
• Approved $14,315 for Grand Rogue Park restroom epoxy floors by Rapid Services
• Granted conditional Final Site Condominium approval for Autumn Trails Phase 3

Board of Trustees

The Plainfield Charter Township Board is scheduled to hold second readings on proposed amendments to the Code of Ordinances regarding animals, begging, and right-of-way obstructions. The agenda also includes a consent agenda approving a $10,115 maintenance contract for Premier Park soccer fields and a change to Township Hall office hours. Additionally, the Board will consider entering into an investment management agreement with Meeder Public Funds and reviewing the removal of a storm siren at the Comstock Park library.

• Second reading of Code of Ordinances amendments for animals, begging/soliciting, and right-of-way obstructions
• Approval of $10,115 annual maintenance contract for Premier Park soccer fields with Turf Services
• Proposal to eliminate Friday morning hours at Township Hall
• Consideration of an agreement with Meeder Public Funds for investment management
• Review of consent agenda items including change order for production well #17 and March financial reports

The Board approved amendments to the Code of Ordinances regarding animals, begging and soliciting, and right-of-way obstructions. It also entered into an investment management agreement with Meeder Public Funds and authorized the removal of a storm siren.

• Approved agreement with Meeder Public Funds for investment management (7-0)
• Approved amendments to Code of Ordinances regarding animals (7-0)
• Approved amendments to Code of Ordinances regarding Begging and Soliciting (7-0)
• Approved amendments to Code of Ordinances regarding Obstruction in the Right of Way (7-0)
• Approved removal of storm siren at Comstock Park library (7-0)
• Approved $10,115.00 Turf Services proposal for Premier Park soccer fields (7-0)
• Approved change order no. 2 for production well #17 (7-0)
• Approved change to Township Hall hours of operation (7-0)

Board of Trustees

The Plainfield Charter Township Board is scheduled to approve a $1,631,640 contract for trail construction and a $34,993 bid for a water supply well study. The board will also hold a first reading on proposed ordinance amendments regarding animal control, begging, and right-of-way obstructions, and consider a PUD amendment for a gravel mining site.

• Award contract to Al’s Excavating for Jericho Trail and Airway Street Pathway construction ($1,631,640.00)
• Approve bid from Stearns for water supply well siting study at WTP site ($34,993.00)
• First reading for ordinance amendments on animal control, begging, and right-of-way obstructions
• Consider PUD Amendment/Soil Removal Extension for Plainfield Gravel and Sand Mining
• Approve payment to DeSal Excavating for Area 11 road work ($21,564.00)

The Board approved several infrastructure payments and contracts, including a major pathway project and a water supply study. It also approved a PUD ordinance amendment to extend mining and reclamation deadlines for the Plainfield Gravel and Sand Pit.

• Awarded $1,631,640.00 contract to Al’s Excavating for Jericho Trail and Airway Street Pathway (7-0)
• Approved $34,993.00 bid from Stearns for water supply well siting study (7-0)
• Approved PUD ordinance amendment for Plainfield Gravel and Sand Mining deadlines and bond requirements (7-0)
• Approved $103,569.49 payment to Kamminga & Roodvoets, Inc. for production well #17 (7-0)
• Approved $21,564.00 payment to DeSal Excavating, Inc. for Area 11 (7-0)
• Authorized first reading and public notice for animal control, begging/soliciting, and right-of-way obstruction ordinances (7-0)
• Approved March 27, 2023 meeting minutes and Accounts Payable (7-0)

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The Plainfield Charter Township Board will hold a public hearing on an Industrial Facilities Tax exemption for Evapco Select Technologies, Inc. and consider establishing an Industrial Development District for their facility at 8093 Graphic Drive NE. The agenda also includes approving payments for water service connections in Areas 8A and 8B, accepting a bid for a water supply extension in Area 9C, and purchasing firefighter turnout gear.

• Public hearing on Industrial Facilities Tax exemption for Evapco Select Technologies, Inc. at 8093 Graphic Drive NE
• Consideration of Industrial Development District and P.A. 198 agreement for Evapco Select Technologies, Inc.
• Approval of $47,851.39 payment to Herrington Excavating Inc. for water connections in Area 8A (Herrington Ave/10 Mile Rd)
• Approval of $29,591.00 payment to Rowland Excavating Inc. for water connections in Area 8B (Jewell Ave/11 Mile Rd)
• Approval of $28,720.00 purchase of firefighter turnout gear from MES

The Board approved the establishment of an Industrial Development District and a P.A. 198 agreement for Evapco Select Technologies, Inc. Several payments for water service connections and firefighter gear were also approved via the consent agenda.

• Established Industrial Development District at 8093 Graphic Drive NE (6-0)
• Approved P.A. 198 agreement with Evapco Select Technologies, Inc. (6-0)
• Approved $28,720.00 purchase of firefighter turnout gear from MES (6-0)
• Approved $47,851.39 payment to Herrington Excavating Inc. for Area 8A water connections (6-0)
• Approved $29,591.00 payment to Rowland Excavating Inc. for Area 8B water connection (6-0)
• Approved B&L Excavation Corporation bid for Area 9C water supply system extension (6-0)
• Approved March 13 and March 22, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved Accounts Payable (6-0)

Board of Trustees

The Plainfield Charter Township Board held a special meeting to address a mineral mining excavation matter. The board entered a closed session to review a legal opinion regarding the matter. Subsequently, the board unanimously approved a minor amendment to the Plainfield Gravel and Sand Pit Planned Unit Development (PUD). This amendment allows the removal of existing stockpiled materials only, contingent on a $1,900,000 surety bond and strict operational restrictions.

• Entered closed session to review legal opinion on mining excavation (4-0)
• Returned to open session (5-0)
• Approved minor PUD amendment for stockpile removal with $1.9M bond (5-0)

Board of Trustees

The Plainfield Charter Township Board will hold a public hearing on a request to extend the mining permit for the Plainfield Gravel and Sand Pit Planned Unit Development. The agenda also includes a closed session to review a legal opinion regarding mineral mining excavation and a proposal to use ARPA funding for additional local road maintenance. Several consent agenda items cover payments for private water service connections and the purchase of a fire department drone.

• Public hearing on extending the mining permit for the Plainfield Gravel and Sand Pit PUD
• Closed session to consider a legal opinion on mineral mining excavation
• Proposal to use ARPA funding for additional local road maintenance
• Purchase of a DJI M30T Drone for the fire department for $17,375.47
• Payments for private water service connections in Areas 4, 8A, 8B, 8C, and 12 totaling over $270,000

The Board approved the use of $500,000 in ARPA funding for local road maintenance and authorized several water service connection payments. A request to amend a mining permit was postponed, though a minor amendment for material removal was approved pending a $2 million bond.

• Approved $500,000 in ARPA Funds for road improvements (7-0)
• Approved minor amendment for material removal from Plainfield Gravel and Sand Pit PUD pending $2,000,000 Surety Bond (7-0)
• Postponed request to amend Plainfield Gravel and Sand Pit PUD and Soil Removal Permit to April 10, 2023 (7-0)
• Approved $17,375.47 DJI M30T Drone for fire department (7-0)
• Approved Prein & Newhof engineering services for Grand Rogue Park - Phase 2 up to $73,000.00 (7-0)
• Approved $7,399.00 for new carpet at Plainfield Township Library (7-0)
• Authorized agreement with Flock Group Inc. for flock cameras (7-0)
• Approved multiple water service connection payments to McDonald Plumbing and VandenBerg Bros., Inc. (7-0)

Board of Trustees

The Plainfield Charter Township Board reviewed a consent agenda approving numerous infrastructure payments, including private water service connections and a $1.36 million bid for water supply extensions. The board also granted final preliminary plat approval for Phase 3 of the Ravines at Inwood residential development, subject to road improvement escrow funds. New business items included potential zoning amendments and a request for a private well exception.

• Final Preliminary Plat approval for Ravines at Inwood Phase 3 (32 lots) on Kuttshill Drive
• Bid approval for water supply extensions in Area 9B-Pine Island Drive: $1,364,482.50
• Payment for 10 Mile Road water main extension along Jewell Avenue: $703,603.00
• Payment for private water connections in Area 8C-Algoma Avenue: $113,701.30 total
• Proposal for Access Management Plan for Plainfield Avenue Corridor: up to $25,000

The Board approved several high-value water service connection payments and a $1.36M bid for water supply extensions. Other actions included approving a campus master plan for township facilities and amending the Zoning Ordinance.

• Approved $1,364,482.50 bid for water supply system extensions in Area 9B (6-0)
• Approved $703,603.00 for 10 Mile Road water main extension (6-0)
• Approved Zoning Ordinance amendments based on Planning Commission recommendation (6-0)
• Approved Fishbeck proposal for township facilities campus master plan (6-0)
• Approved $25,000 proposal for Plainfield Corridor Access Management Plan (6-0)
• Approved 2023 local road maintenance work plan (6-0)
• Approved private well exception at 1710 10 Mile (6-0)
• Tabled decision on Plainfield Gravel and Sand Pit PUD amendment (5-1)

Board of Trustees

The Plainfield Charter Township Board of Trustees reviewed a consent agenda approving numerous infrastructure payments, including water service connections and pump station upgrades. The board also authorized the purchase of new self-contained breathing apparatus for the fire department and approved a proposal to digitize township building records. Additionally, the Superintendent presented the planned projects and activities for 2023.

• Approve purchase of 3M Scott Air-Pak X3 Pro SCBA and related equipment for the fire department for $302,250.00
• Approve payment for private water service connections in Area 8B (Jewell Avenue and 11 Mile Road) totaling over $158,000
• Approve change order for Northville Drive water and wastewater improvements, adjusting contract price to $3,182,763.45
• Approve purchase of a stump grinder from Kent Equipment for $6,935.10
• Approve proposal from Alcogare LLC for scanning building and planning files (estimated cost $33,906.00)

The Board approved a consent agenda including significant purchases for the fire department and multiple water service connection payments. The board also authorized engineering for a new sidewalk on Coit Avenue and a support pledge for economic development.

• Approved $302,250 for fire department SCBA and related equipment
• Approved $194,999 for Water Treatment Plant repaint and overcoat projects
• Approved $33,000 for Kent County Road Commission to engineer Coit Avenue sidewalk
• Approved $6,935.10 for a stump grinder from Kent Equipment
• Approved various payments for private water service connections in Areas 13, 8A, 8B, and 12
• Approved change orders for Northville Drive and Buth Pump Station projects
• Approved a three-year support pledge to The Right Place for economic development
• Approved December 12, 2022 meeting minutes and Accounts Payable