Oshtemo Township - May 27, 2026 Oshtemo Township Board of Trustees
The Oshtemo Charter Township Board Meeting covers a range of topics including organizational and staffing changes within the township departments, with the HR Director presenting recommendations for new positions and realignments, specifically focusing on parks, maintenance, and building departments. The board approves these recommendations with budget amendments. Public comments raise concerns about industrial burning on Sixth Street and the potential installation of battery energy storage systems (BESS) in residential areas. Public safety and environmental impact are primary concerns. The board discusses the need for a comprehensive facilities plan and capital improvement strategy to address aging infrastructure and deferred maintenance. The meeting also includes updates on local infrastructure projects and community events.
00:00 Introduction
00:00:20 Welcome and Opening
00:00:30 Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance
00:01:07 Roll Call and Remote Attendance Verification
00:01:34 Township Mission, Vision, and Core Values
00:01:57 Approval of the Agenda
00:02:35 Public Officials and Community Partner Updates
00:03:12 Work Session – Planning and Administrative Updates
00:04:10 HR Presentation on Organizational Structure and Staffing
00:31:02 Budget Amendments Discussion
00:50:03 Parks and Maintenance Roles and Responsibilities
01:00:06 Organizational Structure and Staffing
01:10:06 Public Comment on Burning and Air Quality
01:13:46 Public Comments on Smoke and Environmental Concerns
01:15:00 Public Comments on Battery Storage Facilities
01:24:00 Public Comments on Ordinance and Zoning Issues
01:28:00 Public Comments on Site Plan Review and Consent Agenda
01:32:00 Discussion on HR Recommendations and Staffing Changes
01:46:29 Discussion on Operations Manager Role
01:47:05 Motion and Vote on Operations Manager Role
01:48:01 Public Comment Session
02:02:38 Committee Updates
