Grosse Ile adopts Centennial Farm Recreation Area ordinance with 15 mph speed limit and parking rules
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Summary
The board adopted a new parks and recreation ordinance establishing rules for the Centennial Farm Recreation Area, including a 15 mph speed limit, designated parking requirements and enforcement authority for police and ordinance officers. The ordinance passed by roll-call vote.
The Grosse Ile Township Board adopted an amendment to the Parks and Recreation Area ordinance on Oct. 27 creating a new article establishing rules for the Centennial Farm Recreation Area.
Key provisions introduced in the ordinance include a maximum motor-vehicle speed of 15 miles per hour within the park, prohibitions on parking outside designated parking areas and restrictions against unattended vehicles left standing during closed hours. Staff said signs reflecting the speed limit have been installed. The ordinance makes violations enforceable by township ordinance officers and the police department; violations are misdemeanors under township ordinance and subject to enforcement action.
Why it matters: The ordinance provides the township a codified tool to address safety and parking concerns at Centennial Farm, and clarifies enforcement responsibility for officers and ordinance staff.
Board members took a roll-call vote on the ordinance; the motion passed with all members present voting in the affirmative on the recorded roll call.
Next steps: Staff will publish the ordinance text and continue installation of signage and public outreach to park users about the new rules.