03/24/2026
I wanted to share a quick update on some of the work we’ve been doing recently related to economic development in our township.
At the March board meeting, I brought forward an informational packet on Brownfield Redevelopment Authorities (BRA) as a potential tool to help us encourage reinvestment and make progress on some of our underutilized properties.
While attending the MTA Capital Conference last week with our clerk, Andi Knapp, we had the chance to sit in on several sessions focused on redevelopment, funding, and tools available to local communities—many of which could be relevant for us.
Tomorrow, Bruce Deur, Andi Knapp, and I will be attending a networking breakfast with the Montcalm Economic Alliance and The Right Place to better understand what support and opportunities may exist at the county and regional level.
There’s still a lot to learn, but I’m excited about the potential here and what it could mean for the future of our community.