During a recent government meeting, concerns were raised regarding the Blue Oval Park project, which is currently under development between Emmett Township and Marshall. Joe Harris, a resident of Battle Creek, expressed his disappointment with local government leaders for their lack of transparency surrounding the project. He highlighted that numerous officials, including members of the Battle Creek Commission and the Marshall Township board, have signed non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) with entities involved in the project, raising questions about the motivations behind this secrecy.

Harris posed several critical inquiries regarding the potential environmental and resource impacts of the Blue Oval Park. He questioned the volume of water that would be utilized daily, the effects on the Battle Creek water supply, and whether any environmental impact studies had been conducted. Additionally, he sought clarification on whether the Emmett Township board had voted on the contract agreement with Battle Creek related to the project.

The resident's comments underscored a broader concern about the community's access to information regarding the Blue Oval Park, suggesting that residents may never fully understand the details or the agreements made between the city and the involved parties. The meeting continued with further public comments, indicating ongoing community engagement and scrutiny of the project.