OAKLAND OUTDOORS: An adventure on Shiawassee Basin Preserve’s no-name trail
Published: Saturday, July 17, 2010
And then it was time to head out on the trail for an easy walk in a township that does more than talk the talk of nature protection. Springfield Township takes solid steps to enhance resident’s quality of life and protect the natural environment.
To read the entire Oakland Press article by Jonathan Schechter, please click here.
Springfield parks millage would save world class fen, advocates say
Published: Wednesday, July 28, 2010
“We believe this is such an integral part of our community that the only logical conclusion was a millage – that way it’s planned for and it’s something that’s invested in from the community,” said Marc Burnett, Sr., spokesman for Friends of the Park. “This is really something worth protecting and keeping, not just the land the activities for the kids and the adults.”
“We have a big responsibility and we’re trying to belly up to that responsibility, by trying to give our folks the best bang for the buck. By no means are we unconscious to what’s around us,” Tucker said. “Everyone knows the timing is rough, that’s no secret, but that’s exactly why it’s so important. I think the people need us as much as we need them.”
To read the entire Clarkston News article by Trevor Keiser, please click here.
Springfield Parks and Recreation Director Explains Millage Proposal
Published: Thursday, July 29, 2010
With state tax and property tax revenue continuing to decline, the township board faces an increasingly difficult funding decision each year. Even with a reduction in the Parks and Recreation budget during each of the last several years, the department continues to provide important services, programs and events for our community, while maintaining over 550 acres of parkland.
To read the entire article on The Holly Express website, please click here.
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