9/16/14- The emergency access easement for Woodland Lake Estates is finally receiving a much needed clean up. The road, currently blocked by vegetation and a berm over eight feet tall, is currently out of commission. In the event of an emergency, vehicles would not be able to use the road in its current state. The Brighton Township Board of Trustees met Monday night and accepted a proposal from Against the Elements LLC to clear the path. The township originally invited between 15-20 people to bid on the project, receiving only 2 submissions. Township Manager Brian Vick says Against the Elements came in with the lowest bid, at just over $5,000 including contingencies. While he is confident they will perform the necessary task well, he says the board is ârelying on references, thereâs no doubt about thatâ when it came to accepting the companyâs proposal. The responsibility for paying for the removal of the berm and greenery will fall onto the townshipâs shoulders. Though it is an unexpected cost, the township believes clearing the existing easement is a priority. Brighton Township Supervisor Tom Murphy tells WHMI the board explored other possible access points to Woodland Lake Estates. The road has been blocked for almost two decades and Murphy believes a developerâs recent interest in building on the property has generated the incentive to clean up the easement. The board of trustees will have their next meeting October 6th to review the contract from Against the Elements LLC. (DK)
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