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Hillman council agrees to chip in up to $2,000 for airport brush drop‑off after ice storm
Summary
The Village of Hillman Council voted unanimously to contribute up to $2,000 toward a multi‑township brush drop‑off at Hillman Airport to address widespread tree damage from a late‑March ice storm; Montmorency and Rust townships pledged $1,500 and $500 respectively, and all parties signed a memorandum of understanding.
The Village of Hillman Council voted unanimously Tuesday to contribute up to $2,000 toward establishing a brush drop‑off at Hillman Airport to handle tree damage from an unprecedented late‑March ice storm.
DPW Supervisor John Burr told the council that Montmorency and Rust townships had agreed to help cover the site’s costs while Hillman Township declined to participate. Clerk Kelly Bennett of Montmorency Township said her township would pay up to $1,500; Lisa Applegren, treasurer of Rust Township, said Rust would contribute up to $500.
Trustee Steve Orlandi moved, and Trustee Jonathan Smith supported, the motion "to help pay up to $2,000 for the brush drop off at Hillman Airport." The motion carried with all present voting in favor. The council, Montmorency and Rust representatives agreed to install a 4x6 aluminum sign stating "Brush Drop off here for Residents of Montmorency, Rust Townships and the Village of Hillman" at a cost of $340, and all parties signed the Village of Hillman Memorandum of Understanding.
Manager Dave Post said he would email a copy of the memorandum to each clerk. The agreement reflects a practical response to widespread storm damage: the council noted that cleanup and equipment costs have been substantial and that coordination with neighboring townships would speed disposal.
The council did not identify a timetable for the drop‑off’s opening in the minutes nor specify any ongoing operating costs or long‑term management responsibilities. Hillman Township’s decision not to contribute was recorded but not explained in the meeting record.
