Upcoming Road Construction Projects

There are a couple of road construction projects that are about the get underway in Gaines Charter Township.

First, some of the streets in Crystal Springs are going to be reconstructed as follows:

1. Old Lantern Dr. (68th St. to Meadowgreen Ct.)
2. Crystal Springs Boulevard (Kalamazoo to Old Lantern Dr.)
3. Crystal View (68th St. to address 6879)

Second, the plater creek culvert under Hammond Avenue is going to be replaced with work scheduled to begin on June 29th. Hammond Avenue will be closed to traffic during this replacement and traffic will be detoured.

To find the most up to date information regarding road closures and construction you can also visit the Kent County Road Commission's website.

Building Department Hours of Operation

The Gaines Charter Township Building Department has adopted new hours of operation, they are:

• Monday and Friday - 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM and 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM
• Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday - 6:00 AM to 1:00 PM
• Electrical Inspector, Roger Sterk, is available on Thursday's from 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM

Please call the Building Department at 616-698-6640 if you have any questions.

The Butterflies Have Landed!

Gaines Charter Township is proud to have, on permanent loan, a wonderful butterfly collection from the family of the late Earl Hoke (1915-1997). Mr. Hoke was a naturalist with a desire to share his knowledge with all around him. His interests and talents were many, but butterflies became his passion. It is an extreme honor for the Township and Mr. Hoke's family to be able to share this collection with the residents of Gaines Charter Township, the place where Earl and his wife, Ethel made their home for over 58 years.


The collection is open for viewing during normal Township operation hours, Monday through Friday from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm. Please contact Jenni at 616-698-6640 or via email if you have any questions.

Summer Recreation Program!

Gaines Charter Township is partnering with Byron Township to offer a summer recreation program for children ages 6 years old and older. The children will be able to participate in a variety of activities, special events, and field trips each Friday. There is no cost for residents, except for a minimal cost for the field trips. Pre-registration is not required.

Please contact the Byron Township Recreation Department at 616-878-1998 or visit their website for more information.