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Council backs Mill Pond Park improvement plan and renews Huron Pines partnership
Summary
Council members reviewed a four‑phase improvement plan for Mill Pond Park, including dredging and a water wheel supported by donated funds, and approved a two‑year Huron Pines partnership (including a $2,700 allocation) to tackle invasive species.
At the April 14 meeting, Ed Chrumka presented a four‑phase plan for Mill Pond Park that calls for dredging, installation of a water wheel, construction of a bridge and boardwalk, and additional general improvements.
Chrumka described phased funding and implementation steps and said local donors have pledged support: Kalitta Air of Oscoda for unspecified donations and local Lions Clubs toward the water wheel. The council discussed the plan and indicated support for moving forward with details and funding to follow.
Separately, the council considered and approved a Huron Pines partnership agreement for 2025–2026 aimed at eradicating invasive species in the area. The council approved Option 1, a two‑year partnership; the meeting record shows a $2,700 allocation for the partnership and a corresponding budget adjustment was passed.
Aldermen did not record further funding specifics for each Mill Pond Park phase during the meeting; Mayor Gehring and staff were asked to continue outreach to potential donors and to report back with cost estimates and next steps.
The actions clear the way for planning and fundraising steps to begin for both the park improvements and the invasive-species partnership.
