February 2011
Park Improvement Update:
The Parks and Recreation Committee have been working on improvements and goals for
the park. Recent improvements include a new parking area on the west side of the park.
Foundation work has been completed for a new bus stop to be located near the parking
area. The shelter is part of the EECBG Grant that was awarded to the Township from the
State of Michigan. Look for the shelter to be installed in early April! Along with the new
bike lanes along M-43, the bus shelter will improve transportation options to and from the
park in years to come.
The Township was also awarded an ITC Grant of $2000. for tree planting. Once a design
is completed for the park entrances, additional landscaping will take place to improve the
entrance to the park.
Pets at the Park:
Pets are welcome at the park provided the ordinance is followed. This is to insure a
healthy and safe environment for ALL users of the park.
- Pets must be leashed at all times
- Pets are not allowed on the sports fields
- Pets must be cleaned up after. ( Waste Bags are available at the park)
Please help by following the above rules and encouraging others to do the same.
Prairie Burn:
A prairie burn will be done again this spring to encourage native prairie species growth
in the north end of the park. This should occur sometime in late March or early April
depending on the weather. It has been a long term goal of the Township to retain a native
prairie area for the enjoyment of residents and the protection of prairie species and
inhabitants.
Volunteering:
The Parks and Recreation Committee will be establishing a work day in late April for
interested residents to participate in keeping the park an enjoyable place to visit. Dates
will be posted on the website. For more information or suggestions, please contact Wanda
Bloomquist at 517-655-3193 or bloomquistw@williamstowntownship.com. The efforts of
many volunteers has been essential in creating the park as it is today. You will find many
eagle scout projects, along with sports enthusiast and naturalist.
Jublilee Tournaments:
New this year, the Parks and Recreation Committee is planning on hosting a Men’s Softball
Tournament and Ultimate Frisbee Tournament during the Jubilee on June 25th and 26th.
Geocaching will also be taking place during the weekend. Keep an eye on the website for
further information!
Getting Involved:
Would you like to get involved with the Township? Or are you a naturalist, sports
enthusiast or love the outdoors? Please consider joining the Parks and Recreation
Committee. Over the years the committee has proposed and reviewed many improvements
to the Township Park on Grand River including: an improved trail system, sledding hill,
soccer and softball fields, tree planting, prairie burns bird houses, etc. Meetings are
monthly at the Township Hall. We hope you will consider joining us. Contact Wanda
Bloomquist at 655-3193 x 307 or email: bloomquistw@williamstowntownship.com
