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Cascade Township approves not‑to‑exceed equipment budget for parks after debate over cost and maintenance
Summary
After questions about cost, rental revenue and inventory, Cascade Charter Township trustees approved a not‑to‑exceed equipment budget to buy capitalized parks and facilities equipment intended for township‑wide use; trustees said quotes will return for approval where bidding is required.
Cascade Charter Township trustees voted Jan. 8 to approve a not‑to‑exceed equipment budget for parks and facilities after a lengthy discussion about costs, maintenance and future programming.
Manager Smith introduced the request, saying the list covers capitalized equipment (not smaller tools) needed across township parks. Director Zwick and Dan, a parks and facilities staff member, described an assessment of current assets and argued buying maintenance equipment would allow the township to improve turf and fields and eventually reduce the cost of any larger rec‑park renovation.
"If it goes out to bid, it will still…
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