Oshtemo Township Meetings
Gavel to gavel coverage of meetings of the Charter Township of Oshtemo, Michigan.
Oshtemo Township – Township Board – November 25, 2025 Meeting
The board reviews the 2026 Draft Budget and discusses the construction of battery energy storage systems in the community or adopting a moratorium on them.
Oshtemo Township – Planning Commission – November 13, 2025 Meeting
The Commission reviews the Oshtemo 2045 and Safe Streets plan as traffic safety concerns are raised, particularly regarding the high crash rates on West Main Street. The proposed development plans for Maple Hill Pavilion Mall and other areas are discussed,…
Oshtemo Township – Township Board – November 10, 2025 Meeting
At the Oshtemo Township Regular Board Meeting, the board members deliberated on the approval of a moratorium concerning battery energy storage systems (BESS) within the community. The meeting addressed the potential safety and environmental risks associated with BESS, such as…
Oshtemo Township – Township Board – October 28, 2025 Meeting
The board continues detailed discussions on energy system zoning ordinance proposals, specifically focusing on battery energy storage systems. The board addresses budget amendments for third quarter adjustments, fire department reimbursements, and legal filing fees. The meeting also highlights the progress…
Oshtemo Township – October 28, 2025 Zoning Board of Appeals Meeting
In the Zoning Board of Appeals Meeting, two main variance requests are considered. The first request is from Eric Weathers, seeking a frontage variance for the consolidation of two properties into a single parcel with non-contiguous road frontage. The board…
Oshtemo Township – Planning Commission – October 23, 2025 Meeting
The Planning Commission considers battery storage facilities and the 2045 Comprehensive Plan Draft. Residents, many attending their first meeting, express significant concerns about the safety and environmental impact of the proposed battery storage facility, which is planned near residential areas.…
