The Planning Commission consists of 7 members appointed by the Township Board. The Commission serves in both an advisory and administrative role for matters relating to land use and development.
The Planning Commission prepares the Township’s Master Plan, hears and decides special use permits, and makes recommendations on amendments to the zoning ordinance text or map, subdivisions, planned unit developments, and mixed-use planned unit developments.
Members
Chairperson Elliot Ure
Vice Chair Heather Brown-Rocho
Member Denise Brodock
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Member James Smith
Member Stephen Titus
Member Kristine O’Neal
Meetings
Dates & Times
The Planning Commission typically meets on the first Wednesday of every month, unless there are no items to discuss. Please confirm that a meeting has been scheduled by checking the local newspaper (The Battle Creek Shopper News) or calling the Planning & Zoning Administrator. All meetings occur in the Charter Township of Emmett Board Room at 621 Cliff Street, Battle Creek, MI 49014