Comstock Township - Parks and Recreation

Comstock Township - Parks and Recreation - April 13, 2026 Meeting

Updated about 9 hours ago

During the Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting, members addressed public concerns about the clarity of meeting agendas and microphone quality. Special event requests from High Tech Electric, Community Living Options, and Great Lakes Disc Golf were reviewed, with discussions on usage of Green Meadow Park and Robert Morris Park. Maintenance issues such as vandalism at Green Meadow Park and stolen parking signs at Cooper Park were noted. The commission also explored plans to develop the 'old football field' area into an archery range, considering park usage and community needs.

Chapters

Roll Call (00:00:06)
Commissioner Mark Rizzolo is noted as absent during roll call.

The meeting begins with noting the absence of Commissioner Mark Rizzolo.
Approval of the Agenda (00:00:15)
The agenda is approved as presented with no objections from the members.

The first agenda item is the approval of the meeting agenda. A motion is made to approve the agenda as presented and it is approved without any objections.
Public Comments (00:00:36)
Public comments are made regarding clarity of agendas and issues with the microphone system.

Lynette Kerley, a member of the public, comments on the difficulty of understanding meeting agendas and suggests using an outline format for clarity. She also mentions issues with the microphone system and suggests providing printed copies of agendas for attendees.
Consent Agenda (00:03:06)
Consent agenda items include approval of minutes and reports; issues with previous vote recording are discussed.

The consent agenda is reviewed, which includes approval of the last meeting minutes, the GL distribution report, and the March mercantile bill. A discussion occurs about a previous vote that was not accurately recorded, emphasizing the need for formal voting procedures.
Presentations (00:06:39)
There are no presentations scheduled for this meeting.

The agenda item for presentations is addressed, but it is noted that there are no presentations to be given at this time.
Business Items - Special Event Requests (00:06:46)
Three special event requests are discussed and approved, including conditions for insurance and site plans.

Special event requests from High Tech Electric, Community Living Options, and Great Lakes Disc Golf are discussed. Conditions for approval include providing a site plan, proof of insurance, and addressing parking and public access concerns. Each request is approved with specific requirements.
Merrill Park Rivers Edge Project (00:19:31)
An update on the Merrill Park Rivers Edge project is provided, including progress with permits and grant applications.

Progress on the Merrill Park Rivers Edge project is shared, noting positive feedback from EGLE and potential grant applications for the next year. The project aims to create a natural shoreline and includes discussions on potential features like a kayak launch.
Old Football Field Property Management (00:24:10)
Discussion on managing the old football field property, including clearing trees and potential uses such as an archery range.

Plans for the old football field property are discussed, focusing on tree clearing for better visibility and potential development into an archery range. The need for cost estimates and decision-making on the area’s future use is highlighted.
Discussion on Archery Range (00:31:59)
Discussion on need for an archery range in the community, considering its benefits for local practice and tournaments.

The committee discussed the need for an archery range in the community, highlighting the lack of nearby facilities and the potential benefits of having a local venue for practice and tournaments. They mentioned past efforts to apply for a grant and hire a company to develop plans, and the possibility of using a football field-sized area for the range.
Motion to Investigate Tree Removal for Archery Range (00:34:12)
Motion passed to investigate costs for partial tree removal to accommodate a new archery range facility.

A motion was made and passed to investigate the costs of partial tree removal as the first step in accommodating an archery range facility. The goal is to obtain quotes from at least two companies and present them at a future meeting.
Proposal for Removable Speed Bumps (00:35:09)
Proposal discussed to install removable speed bumps at Robert Morris Park and Merrill Park to reduce speeding.

The board discussed the proposal to install removable speed bumps at Robert Morris Park and Merrill Park to address speeding concerns. The speed bumps would be removed in winter for snowplowing. The discussion included potential locations, installation details, and concerns about insurance and vandalism. A motion was passed to approve the purchase of speed bumps.
Reports and Correspondence (00:41:34)
No new reports or correspondence were received for this meeting.

The chair asked if any reports or correspondence had been received. There were none noted, and the meeting moved on to the next agenda item.
Revenue and Expenditure Report (00:42:14)
Review of the revenue and expenditure report, noting good budget management with 25% used by end of March.

The revenue and expenditure report was reviewed, noting that 25% of the budget had been used by the end of March, indicating good financial management. There were no further comments or questions.
Director's Report (00:43:01)
Director's report covered vandalism issues, archery range updates, and park maintenance concerns.

The director's report included several issues such as stolen fencing at Green Meadow Park, vandalism at the pickleball courts, removable speed bumps installation, and issues with old bathroom facilities at Robert Morris Park. Solutions and ongoing maintenance efforts were discussed.
Member Comments and Announcements (00:55:00)
The board invited member comments and announcements, but none were noted.

The chair invited any member comments or announcements. None were noted, and the meeting moved towards adjournment.
Adjournment (00:56:05)
The meeting was adjourned after handling all agenda items and confirming no further business.

A motion was made and passed to adjourn the meeting after confirming that all agenda items had been addressed and that there was no further business to discuss.