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Residents urge review of planning‑department conduct; other speakers defend board

Cascade Charter Township Board of Trustees · February 25, 2026
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Summary

During public comment, a resident alleged planning director misconduct and asked trustees to review decisions and record department interactions; other residents urged respectful process and called for an apology to staff if accusations were unfounded.

Several residents used the public comment period to raise concerns about planning‑department conduct and the tone of recent meetings.

Marlena Hoogerwerp identified herself as a Cascade resident and said she and her husband were treated similarly to another citizen who complained at a prior meeting. She asked trustees to clarify whether the planning director is required to follow…

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