Plainfield public meetings in 2025

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will discuss a new five-year collective bargaining agreement with municipal employees and potential changes to the township cemetery ordinance. The meeting includes a large consent agenda covering 2026 budget adjustments, wage increases, and various infrastructure projects.

• Proposed five-year collective bargaining agreement with Plainfield Township Municipal Employees Association
• Proposed 3.5% wage adjustment for non-bargaining employees for 2026
• Proposed merit increase for Township Superintendent to $174,320.47 plus a $4,141 stipend
• Water supply system improvements for West River Drive Parallel Water Main and Oakridge & Stowell Terrace
• Change orders for South Rogue River Trail shared use pathway and Northland lift station force main replacement

General

The Plainfield Charter Township Board of Trustees will meet to consider a new five-year collective bargaining agreement with the Municipal Employees Association. The board will also review proposed changes to the township cemetery ordinance and a variety of consent agenda items.

• Proposed five-year collective bargaining agreement with Plainfield Township Municipal Employees Association
• Proposed changes to the township cemetery ordinance
• 2025 year-end budget adjustment resolution
• Change order no. 1 for South Rogue River Trail shared use pathway improvements
• Bid from Kentwood Excavating for West River Drive Parallel Water Main improvements

The Board approved a new five-year collective bargaining agreement with the Plainfield Township Municipal Employees Association. A consent agenda was also passed, covering various 2026 administrative resolutions, insurance, and infrastructure projects.

• Approved five-year collective bargaining agreement with Plainfield Township Municipal Employees Association (6-0)
• Approved 2025 year-end budget adjustment resolution (6-0)
• Approved 2026 wage increase for non-bargaining employees (6-0)
• Approved merit increase for township superintendent (6-0)
• Approved MMRMA property and liability insurance proposal (6-0)
• Approved South Rogue River Trail shared use pathway change order no.1 (6-0)
• Approved Northland lift station force main replacement change order no.1 (6-0)
• Approved Oakridge & Stowell Terrace water main lining project quote from Fer-Pal (6-0)

Comstock Park Downtown Development Authority

The Comstock Park Downtown Development Authority will meet to review the October 2025 Treasurer's Report and consider the 2026 Budget. The board will also discuss several unfinished business items related to the WPT Trail CP Spur and local infrastructure.

• Consideration of the 2026 Budget
• WPT Trail CP Spur kiosk, cleanup, and restrooms
• WPT Trail CP Spur light pole painting
• Library parking lot and Park and Ride lighting repairs
• Façade Improvement Program

The board unanimously approved the 2026 Budget and authorized a Christmas tree and potential lighting ceremony in the plaza. The board also accepted the October 2025 Treasurer's Report and the September 16, 2025 meeting minutes.

• Approved 2026 Budget (unanimous)
• Approved Christmas tree in the plaza and option for lighting ceremony (unanimous)
• Accepted October 2025 Treasurer's Report (unanimous)
• Approved September 16, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing regarding a rezoning request for properties on Kroes Street. The meeting includes votes on the 2026 budget and the 2026 Health Insurance Plan.

• Public hearing to rezone 3950, 4007 and 4025 Kroes Street from R-1B to R-1C (Planned Unit Development)
• Approval of the 2026 budget
• Approval of the 2026 Health Insurance Plan
• Resolution for Skyway Drive Streetlight Special Assessment District
• Agreement with Grand Rapids Township and Dean Lake Association for Special Assessment District administration

The Board approved the 2026 budget and a self-funded health insurance plan. They also rezoned three properties on Kroes Street to a Planned Unit Development to allow for 103 residential units.

• Approved rezoning of 3950, 4007, and 4025 Kroes Street to Planned Unit Development (6-0)
• Approved 2026 budget (6-0)
• Approved self-funded Health Insurance plan with Priority Health (6-0)
• Approved Consumer Energy Company’s resolution for Skyway Drive Streetlight Special Assessment District (6-0)
• Approved amendments to rates and charges resolution (6-0)
• Approved agreement with Grand Rapids Township and Dean Lake Association for Special Assessment District administration (6-0)
• Approved October 13, 2025 minutes and accounts payable (6-0)
• Entered joint closed session with Planning Commission regarding Rusche / J.M. Development, LLC mining operation (6-0)

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees and Planning Commission will meet to discuss the 2026 budget and health insurance plan. The agenda includes a public hearing on rezoning properties on Kroes Street and several administrative approvals regarding special assessment districts.

• Public hearing to rezone 3950, 4007, and 4025 Kroes Street from R-1B to R-1C (Planned Unit Development)
• Consideration of the 2026 budget and 2026 Health Insurance Plan
• Proposed resolution for Skyway Drive Streetlight Special Assessment District to reduce lights from eight to seven
• Proposed amendments to the 2026 rates and charges resolution
• Agreement with Grand Rapids Township and Dean Lake Association for Special Assessment District administration

The Board approved the 2026 budget and a self-funded health insurance plan. It also rezoned three properties on Kroes Street to a Planned Unit Development to allow for 103 residential units.

• Approved rezoning of 3950, 4007 and 4025 Kroes Street to Planned Unit Development (6-0)
• Approved 2026 budget (6-0)
• Approved self-funded Health Insurance plan with Priority Health (6-0)
• Approved October 13, 2025 minutes (6-0)
• Approved Consumer Energy Company’s resolution for Skyway Drive Streetlight Special Assessment District (6-0)
• Approved amendments to rates and charges resolution (6-0)
• Approved agreement with Grand Rapids Township and Dean Lake Association for Special Assessment District administration (6-0)
• Accepted certification of delinquent special assessments (6-0)

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing and consider adopting the proposed Parks and Recreation Plan 2025-2030. The meeting includes discussions on 2026 tiered water rates and a liquor license for Gametime Concessions LLC.

• Public hearing and proposed adoption of the Parks and Recreation Plan 2025-2030
• Proposed purchase of front office furniture from Educational Furniture for $27,244.80
• Proposed amendment to 2025 Rates and Charges to transition utility billing from quarterly to monthly
• Consideration of 2026 tiered water rates
• Proposed development district liquor license for Gametime Concessions LLC

The Board approved a new tiered residential water rate structure starting January 2026 and adopted the 2025-2030 Parks and Recreation Plan. A development district liquor license for Gametime Concessions LLC was also approved.

• Adopted Parks and Recreation Plan 2025-2030 (7-0)
• Approved tiered residential water rate structure effective Jan 1, 2026 (7-0)
• Approved development district liquor license for Gametime Concessions LLC (6-1)
• Approved September 8, September 22, and October 6 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved purchase of front office furniture from Educational Furniture (7-0)
• Approved 2025 Rates and Charges Resolution amendment (7-0)
• Approved change order no. 1 for water supply system equipping PW-18 from C.S. Raymer Co. (7-0)
• Approved Accounts Payable (7-0)

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees conducted a workshop regarding the 2026 Budget. No substantive decisions or votes were recorded during this special meeting.

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees met for a special session. The minutes record a discussion regarding a workshop on proposed water rate structure changes, but no formal votes or decisions were recorded.

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing regarding the 2026 Budget and consider a millage rate of 4.1648 mills. The meeting includes several consent agenda items related to local infrastructure and community support.

• Public hearing on the proposed 2026 Budget
• Proposed 2026 millage rate of 4.1648 mills
• Change order of $9,159 for landscaping and traffic signal improvements on Plainfield Avenue
• Consumers Energy resolutions for Ravines at Inwood #4, Columbine Woods, and Skyway Drive Streetlight Special Assessment Districts
• Charitable Gaming Licence resolution for the ACE Mentor Program of West Michigan

The Board approved a 2026 general fund millage rate of 3.7 mills and a special trails and recreational areas millage of 0.4648 mills. The Board also partially upheld and partially reversed disclosure denials for a FOIA request. A public hearing was held regarding the proposed 2026 budget.

• Approved 2026 general fund millage rate of 3.7 mills and special trails/recreational millage of 0.4648 mills (7-0)
• Approved partial disclosure of documents for FOIA Request No. 2025-82 (7-0)
• Approved August 11 and August 25, 2025 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved Charitable Gaming Licence for ACE Mentor Program of West Michigan (7-0)
• Approved resolution supporting Plainfield Grand Rogue Historical Society 2026 celebrations (7-0)
• Approved Consumer Energy Company resolutions for three streetlight special assessment districts (7-0)
• Approved change order for Plainfield Avenue landscaping and traffic signal improvements (7-0)
• Approved Accounts Payable (7-0)

Board of Trustees

The Board held a special meeting to present the 2026 Budget. No substantive decisions or votes were recorded during the session.

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will hold public hearings to establish streetlight special assessment districts for Columbine Woods, Skyway Drive, and Ravines at Inwood Plat #4. The meeting also includes a consent agenda with several equipment purchases and service contracts.

• Public hearings for streetlight special assessment districts at Columbine Woods, Skyway Drive, and Ravines at Inwood Plat #4
• Proposed three-year telephone services contract with CallHarbor and $5,700 for new desktop phones
• Purchase of 15 sets of FireDex FXR custom turnout gear using a $52,500 state grant
• Approval of Tentative Preliminary Plat for Boulder View West Phase 2
• Proposed agreements with UKG for HR/payroll and PayIt for online payments

The Board approved the establishment of streetlight special assessment districts for Columbine Woods, Skyway Drive, and Ravines at Inwood Plat #4. The Board also approved several administrative contracts and fire department equipment through a consent agenda.

• Established Streetlight Special Assessment District for Columbine Woods (7-0)
• Established Streetlight Special Assessment District for Skyway Drive (7-0)
• Established Streetlight Special Assessment District for Ravines at Inwood Plat #4 (7-0)
• Approved purchase of 15 sets of FireDex FXR custom turnout gear
• Approved three-year telephone services contract with CallHarbor
• Approved HR and payroll system agreement with UKG
• Approved online payment services agreement with PayIt
• Approved Tentative Preliminary Plat for Boulder View West Phase 2

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will consider awarding a construction contract for the South Rogue River Trail and discuss several streetlight special assessment districts. The meeting includes a public hearing regarding aquatic weed control for the Dean Lake Association.

• Contract for South Rogue River Trail construction with Dan’s Excavating Service for $2,246,643.25
• Final Plat Approval for The Ravines at Innwood, Phase #4, subject to a $789,614.18 Letter of Credit
• Request to pre-pay Dean Lake drain assessment in the amount of $35,412
• Public hearing and resolution for Dean Lake Association special assessment district for aquatic weed control
• Establishment of Streetlight Special Assessment Districts for Skyway Drive, Columbine Woods, and Ravines at Inwood Plat Phase #4

The Board approved a contract for the South Rogue River Trail and authorized several streetlight special assessment districts. It also approved a special assessment for aquatic weed control on Dean Lake and granted final plat approval for a residential phase.

• Awarded $2,246,643.25 contract to Dan’s Excavating Service for South Rogue River Trail (7-0)
• Approved Resolution #5 for Dean Lake Special Assessment District #54 aquatic weed control (7-0)
• Approved streetlight special assessment districts and August 11 hearings for Ravines at Inwood Plat #4, Skyway Drive, and Columbine Woods (7-0)
• Granted Final Plat Approval for The Ravines at Innwood, Phase #4, subject to $789,614.18 Letter of Credit (7-0)
• Approved $35,412 pre-payment of drain assessments for Dean Lake parcels (7-0)
• Approved contract for website redesign and support from CivicPlus (7-0)
• Approved updated Kent County Fire Commission Agreement (7-0)
• Approved June 09, 2025 meeting minutes and accounts payable (7-0)

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will discuss the creation of three Special Assessment Districts for streetlighting and a change to monthly water and sewer billing. The meeting includes a second reading of an ordinance to adopt the 2024 International Fire Code.

• Reduction of Saddle Ridge sewer project contract by $158,918.00
• Proposed streetlight Special Assessment Districts for Skyway, Columbine, and Ravines at Inwood #4
• Public hearing scheduled for July 14, 2025, regarding the streetlight districts
• Proposed adoption of the 2024 International Fire Code (IFC)
• Proposed change from quarterly to monthly billing for water and sewer customers

The Board unanimously adopted an ordinance updating the township's fire code to the 2024 International Fire Code edition. They also approved a change from quarterly to monthly billing for water and sewer customers. Additionally, the board approved a reduction in the Saddle Ridge sewer project contract and scheduled public hearings for three new streetlight assessment districts.

• Adopted ordinance updating Fire Code to 2024 IFC edition (7-0)
• Authorized change from quarterly to monthly water/sewer billing (7-0)
• Approved Saddle Ridge sewer project change order reducing contract by $158,918.00
• Scheduled public hearing for July 14, 2025, for Skyway Streetlight SAD
• Scheduled public hearing for July 14, 2025, for Columbine Streetlight SAD
• Scheduled public hearing for July 14, 2025, for Ravines at Inwood #4 Streetlight SAD
• Approved May 12, 2025 regular meeting minutes
• Approved Accounts Payable

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will discuss amending the Zoning Ordinance and a specific rezoning request for 1235 Post Drive. The meeting includes several funding approvals for school studio improvements and library repairs.

• Proposed rezoning of 1235 Post Drive from R-1B (Residential) to LI (Light Industrial)
• Bid for Plainfield Library Phase 2 roof repairs and peak window replacement by CarbonSix for $359,000.00
• Request for Rockford Public Schools to use $131,810.45 in PEG funds for the Rockford Public High School public access channel studio
• Consumers Energy resolution for streetlight modifications near the Kent County Transfer Station entrance on Belmont Bypass
• Well exception request for the property at 7546 Pine Island Drive NE

The Board of Trustees approved amendments to the Zoning Ordinance and conditionally rezoned 1235 Post Drive from residential to light industrial. The board also approved several consent agenda items, including library repairs and school funding.

• Approved Zoning Ordinance amendments (6-0)
• Approved conditional rezoning of 1235 Post Drive from R-1B to LI (6-0)
• Approved $359,000.00 bid for Plainfield Library roof and window repairs (6-0)
• Approved $131,810.45 in PEG funds for Rockford Public High School studio improvements (6-0)
• Approved Consumers Energy streetlight modifications near Kent County Transfer Station (6-0)
• Approved well exception request for 7546 Pine Island Drive NE (6-0)
• Approved April 14, 2025 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved Accounts Payable (6-0)

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will discuss establishing a Corridor Improvement Authority and awarding landscaping and traffic signal contracts for Plainfield Avenue. The meeting includes a first reading of an ordinance to adopt the 2024 International Fire Code.

• Bids for Plainfield Avenue work: Strain Electric (up to $271,850.00) and Twin Lakes Nursery, Inc. (up to $320,241.35)
• Proposed rezoning of 3931 Leland Avenue from R-1A Residential to R-2 Residential
• Proposed sale of Township-owned property at 2500 5 Mile Road
• First reading of ordinance to adopt the 2024 International Fire Code
• Proposed resolution to establish a Corridor Improvement Authority

The Board approved over $590,000 in bids for landscaping, crosswalks, and traffic signals on Plainfield Avenue. It also established the Plainfield Avenue Corridor Improvement Authority and approved the sale of township property at 2500 5 Mile Road.

• Approved landscaping, crosswalk, and traffic signal bids for Plainfield Avenue with Strain Electric (max $271,850.00) and Twin Lakes Nursery, Inc. (max $320,241.35) (7-0)
• Established the Plainfield Avenue Corridor Improvement Authority and appointed its Board (7-0)
• Approved sale of Township-owned property at 2500 5 Mile Road (7-0)
• Rezoned 3931 Leland Avenue from R-1A Residential to R-2 Residential (7-0)
• Adopted ordinance amending solicitation regulations in the Code of Ordinances (7-0)
• Approved first reading of 2024 International Fire Code adoption (7-0)
• Approved bid from Dean's Landscaping & Excavating for water treatment plant generator site work (7-0)
• Appointed Kristi Ayers to the Rockford Area Community Foundation through Dec 31, 2027 (7-0)

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will discuss several high-cost water main replacement projects and engineering bids. The meeting includes a first reading of proposed amendments to the solicitation ordinance and a proposal for new playground equipment at D.W. Richardson Park.

• Proposed water main replacement at Hills and Dales Phase 4: $309,000 engineering / $2,329,000 total project
• Proposed West River Drive parallel water main improvements: $295,000 engineering / $2,375,000 total project
• Bid from Dykema Excavators for Alpine Township water supply improvements: $1,905,273
• Proposed purchase of D.W. Richardson Park playground equipment from Sinclair Recreation: $135,926.18
• Agreement with Bio Care for 33 firefighter physicals: $15,920

The Board approved multiple water main and supply improvement contracts, including a $1.9M bid for Alpine Township. Other decisions included funding for D.W. Richardson Park playground equipment and an MDOT right-of-way contract.

• Approved $1,905,273.00 bid from Dykema Excavators for Alpine Township water supply improvements
• Approved Prein & Newhof engineering bid for Hills and Dales Phase 4 water main replacement (est. $2,329,000.00 total project cost)
• Approved Prein & Newhof engineering bid for West River Drive water system improvements (est. $2,375,000.00 total project cost)
• Approved $135,926.18 for new playground equipment and surfacing at D.W. Richardson Park
• Approved MDOT Contract 25-5157 for work in the Plainfield Avenue right-of-way
• Approved $80,000.00 engineering bid for source water alternatives analysis - Phase 1
• Approved $16,000.00 engineering bid to optimize the West Well Field
• Approved $15,920.00 agreement with Bio Care for firefighter physicals

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will discuss a new three-year road maintenance plan and various infrastructure payments. The meeting includes a proposal for a temporary grading easement at Premier Park to support the Meijer Sports Complex expansion.

• Proposed $750,000 budgeted expenditure for 2025 local road projects
• Temporary grading easement at Premier Park (3450 10 Mile Road) for Meijer Sports Complex expansion
• Payment of $120,835.53 to Milbocker and Sons for Northgate Phase 1
• Purchase of a Bandit 12 XPC Brush Chipper for $35,822.00
• Payment of $24,754.84 to Seelye Group LTD for Comstock Park Library carpet

The Board approved a three-year local road maintenance plan with the Kent County Road Commission and authorized $750,000 for 2025 projects. Several infrastructure payments and a temporary easement for the Meijer Sports Complex expansion were approved via the consent agenda.

• Approved 2025-2028 local road maintenance plan and $750,000 expenditure for 2025 (6-0)
• Authorized signature for MDOT Contract 24-5319 (6-0)
• Approved Temporary Easement Agreement for Meijer Sports Complex expansion
• Approved $120,835.53 payment to Milbocker and Sons for Northgate Phase 1 (6-0)
• Approved $35,822.00 purchase of a Bandit 12 XPC Brush Chipper (6-0)
• Approved $24,754.84 quote from Seelye Group LTD for Comstock Park Library carpet (6-0)
• Approved $10,145.00 final payment to Tubergen Construction for water service connections (6-0)
• Accepted 2024 Annual Planning Commission Report

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will hold public hearings regarding the establishment of a Corridor Improvement Authority along Plainfield Avenue and the rezoning of three properties to Planned Unit Development. The meeting also includes votes on a demolition contract and the hiring of a new Finance Director.

• Public hearing for a Corridor Improvement Authority along Plainfield Avenue
• Proposed rezoning of 3144 5 Mile Road, 4357 East Beltline Avenue, and 4341 East Beltline Avenue to PUD
• Bid from Pitsch Companies for $31,850.00 to demolish buildings at 5217 Plainfield Avenue
• Proposed hire of Adam Zawisza as Finance Director
• Proposal from Vredeveld Haefner LLC to conduct the 2024 financial audit

The Board approved a two-step rezoning process for 3144 5 Mile Road, 4357 East Beltline Avenue, and 4341 East Beltline Avenue to transition them from Residential R-1B to Planned Unit Development (PUD). The Board also adopted a new policy for board member electronic device management.

• Approved rezoning of 3144 5 Mile Road, 4357 East Beltline Avenue, and 4341 East Beltline Avenue from R-1B to R-3 (6-0)
• Approved rezoning of 3144 5 Mile Road, 4357 East Beltline Avenue, and 4341 East Beltline Avenue from R-3 to PUD (6-0)
• Approved policy governing Board device management (6-0)
• Approved $31,850 bid from Pitsch Companies for demolition services (via consent agenda)
• Approved hire of Adam Zawisza as Finance Director (via consent agenda)
• Approved proposal from Vredeveld Haefner LLC for 2024 financial audit (via consent agenda)
• Appointed Nancy Wood as representative to the Rockford Area Community Foundation (via consent agenda)
• Approved December 16, 2024 meeting minutes and Accounts Payable (via consent agenda)