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Legal and Public Notices ... published on August 16, 2023...
 

NOTICE OF BRUSH MOWING

CROTON TOWNSHIP 

The Newaygo County Road Commission will be brush mowing within their 66’ right-of-way along various roads within Croton Township beginning around August 14, 2023 and continuing until the project is completed (approx. 6 weeks.) We will try to avoid those areas where property owners cut their own brush back. Any questions concerning this project can be forwarded to the Road Commission by calling 231-689-6682.

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NOTICE TO BIDDERS

The Board of County Road Commissioners of Newaygo County will receive sealed bids at their office at 935 East One Mile Road, White Cloud, MI 49349: until 8:00 a.m. on Thursday, August 17, 2023, for the following:

• Asphalt Paving, various locations within Newaygo County

Specifications and bid forms may be obtained at the Road Commission offices during regular business hours or by visiting www.newaygoroads.org.

BOARD OF COUNTY ROAD COMMISSIONERS OF

NEWAYGO COUNTY

William Gonyon, Chairman

Douglas Harmon, Vice-Chairman

Lee Fetterley, Commissioner

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PUBLIC NOTICE

COUNTY OF NEWAYGO

COA Advisory Board • District 5 Extension Council

Pere Marquette & White River • Parks Commission

The Newaygo County Board of Commissioners is accepting applications for two (2) positions on the Newaygo County Commission on Aging Advisory Board, which expire September 30, 2023. Appointments to these positions will be made for a three-year term expiring September 30, 2026. 

The Board of Commissioners will also accept applications for vacancies existing on the following: 

District 5 Extension Council One (1) partial term 

expiring 12/31/2023 

Pere Marquette & White River One (1) partial term 

Zoning Boards expiring 12/31/2024 

(alternate position)

Parks Commission One (1) partial term 

expiring 12/31/2025 

Residents of Newaygo County may apply for appointment by submitting an application and resume to the Newaygo County Clerk’s Office by Tuesday, September 5, 2023, at 4:00 P.M. Applications are available at the County Clerk’s Office or on the website of the Newaygo County Clerk at https://www.newaygocountymi.gov/departments/county-clerk/board-committee-vacancies/.

Applicants for these positions are scheduled to be interviewed during the Board of Commissioners’ Meeting on Wednesday, September 13, 2023, at 9:30 A.M. Appointments will be made during the Board of Commissioners’ meeting on Wednesday, September 27, 2023, at 9:30 A.M. 

JASON VANDERSTELT, NEWAYGO COUNTY CLERK

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FREMONT COMMUNITY JOINT

ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING 

There will be a meeting of the Fremont Community Joint Zoning Board of Appeals (JZBA) on September 5, 2023 at 7:00 p.m. at the Fremont Municipal Building, 101 E. Main Fremont, MI 49412. During the meeting the JZBA will hear and have discussion regarding a variance request from Jason Smith pertaining to a proposed home site that does not meet the requirements of the 11-point rule, governing new homes in the Ag-1 Agricultural Preservation District. The variance would allow for the construction of a single-family residence along 8th Street on land currently being farmed and would affect parcel number 62-13-11-200-002. 

Public attendance is invited, but not mandatory. Comments can be directed to the JZBA through Peter Lance, Township Zoning Administrator, at (231) 924-2566/9509, or Andy Harrington, City Zoning Administrator, at (231) 924-2101, at any time prior to the meeting date. 

This notice is posted in compliance with PA 267 of 1976 as amended (Open Meetings Act), MCL 42.8, MCL 41.72a(2)(3) and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). 

Note: Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact Peter Lance, or Andy Harrington, Zoning Administrators, by writing or calling the following: PO Box 53, Fremont, MI 49412 or 231/924-2566, or City of Fremont, 101 E. Main, Fremont, MI 49412.

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BRIDGETON TOWNSHIP

ORDINANCE

ENFORCEMENT OFFICER 

Bridgeton Township is seeking an Ordinance Enforcement Officer. This is a part-time position with no benefits or vacation time. Responsibilities include: Become familiar with the township ordinances, investigate complaints made to the Township concerning violations of township ordinances, contact property owners who are believed to be in violation of the ordinances to work towards obtaining compliance, issue civil infraction citations for violations of the ordinances (when necessary), work under the Township Supervisor, Zoning Administrator and cooperatively with other Township office staff in handling ordinance enforcement matters, submit monthly progress reports to the Township Board. Preferred experience in law enforcement. Send letters of interest to Bridgeton Township Hall: Attention Supervisor Barnhard. 11830 Warner Ave. Grant, MI 49327. Deadline for submission is August 25th, 2023.

 

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CITY OF WHITE CLOUD

ACCEPTING SEALED BIDS!

The City of White Cloud is accepting bids for the following used municipal police owned vehicle until 3:00pm on September 5th, 2023.

2015 CHEVROLET TAHOE C1500 (*1 owner/all maintenance records kept)

VIN # 1GNLC2ECXFR576984

Standard SUV Vehicle 2WD 

Mileage: 71,269

Commercial Sport Utility 4D 

Engine: V8, EcoTec3, FF, 5.3L

Min-bid: $15,500

*PHOTOS can be seen at www.cityofwhitecloud.org (Public Notices)

The truck may be seen at 12 N. Charles St. White Cloud, MI 49349. Please call Chief Dan Evans at 231-689-1194 for detailed questions regarding the vehicle.

Sealed bids can be dropped off at WC City Hall or mailed to PO Box 607, White Cloud, MI 49349. Bids will be opened on September 5th, 2023 at 4:00pm. 

*The City reserves the right to accept or reject any bid*

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DAYTON TOWNSHIP

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY 

Dayton Township of Newaygo County is accepting resumes for the open position of clerk. You must reside in Dayton Township. Please send resumes to: Dayton Township, P.O. Box 68, Fremont MI 49412. Deadline is August 25, 2023.

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Newaygo County Board of Commissioners OFFICIAL MINUTES MOTIONS ONLY July 26, 2023 9:30 A.M. CALL TO ORDER, PRAYER, & PLEDGE Meeting called to order by Chairperson Bryan Kolk, at 9:30 a.m., with Prayer by Newaygo County Clerk, Jason VanderStelt, and Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag led by Commissioner Mike Kruithoff. COMMISSIONERS PRESENT Brenda Bird, Paul Mellema, Mike Kruithoff, Charles Trapp, James Maike, Ken DeLaat, Bryan Kolk AGENDA - MOTION NUMBER 23-287 Motion by Brenda Bird, second by Charles Trapp, to approve the agenda for July 26, 2023. Ayes – Brenda Bird, Paul Mellema, Mike Kruithoff, Charles Trapp, James Maike, Ken DeLaat, Bryan Kolk. Nays – none. Motion carried. CONSENT AGENDA MOTION NO. 23-288 Motion by James Maike, second by Mike Kruithoff, to approve the Consent Agenda dated July 26, 2023, including: the regular meeting minutes dated July 12, 2023; the Semi-Monthly Detail Analysis and Expenses dated July 19, 2023; the June 2023 Check Register; the June 2023 Budget Report. Ayes – Brenda Bird, Paul Mellema, Mike Kruithoff, Charles Trapp, James Maike, Ken DeLaat, Bryan Kolk. Nays – none. Motion carried. STANDING COMMITTEE REPORT Finance Committee CHAIRPERSON Commissioner Ken DeLaat Reported the following actions (see below): MOTION NUMBER 23-270-1 Motion by Ken DeLaat, second by Paul Mellema, to approve the 2024 Newaygo County Economic Development Partnership Grant Application to the Fremont Area Community Foundation in the amount of $50,000.00; and authorize the County Administrator to sign any and all of the necessary information. Ayes – Brenda Bird, Paul Mellema, Mike Kruithoff, Charles Trapp, James Maike, Ken DeLaat, Bryan Kolk. Nays – none. Motion carried. MOTION NUMBER 23-271-1 Motion by Ken DeLaat, second by Charles Trapp, to approve the Ice Mountain Environmental Stewardship Grant Application to the Fremont Area Community Foundation in the amount of $15,000.00 for future Dragon Trail Construction and authorize the Parks Director to submit the application electronically. Ayes – Brenda Bird, Paul Mellema, Mike Kruithoff, Charles Trapp, James Maike, Ken DeLaat, Bryan Kolk. Nays – none. Motion carried. MOTION NUMBER 23-272-1 Motion by Ken DeLaat, second by Charles Trapp, to amend the Dragon Trail Task Order 5 Contract with Spectrum LLC from $85,200.00 to $120,100.00 and authorize the Board Chair to sign any and all necessary documents. Ayes – Brenda Bird, Paul Mellema, Mike Kruithoff, Charles Trapp, James Maike, Ken DeLaat, Bryan Kolk. Nays – none. Motion carried. MOTION NUMBER 23-279-1 Motion by Ken DeLaat, second by Paul Mellema, to ratify the Child Care Fund Budget Application for fiscal year 2023-2024; and authorize the Chairman of the Board of Commissioners, Presiding Judge, and County Director of DHHS to approve and sign all the necessary documents. Ayes – Brenda Bird, Paul Mellema, Mike Kruithoff, Charles Trapp, James Maike, Ken DeLaat, Bryan Kolk. Nays – none. Motion carried. 

MOTION – ADJOURNMENT 23-289 Motion by James Maike, second by Mike Kruithoff, to adjourn the meeting at 10:17 a.m. Ayes – Brenda Bird, Paul Mellema, Mike Kruithoff, Charles Trapp, James Maike, Ken DeLaat, Bryan Kolk. Nays – none. Motion carried. COUNTY CLERK CERTIFICATION Jason VanderStelt, County Clerk CHAIRPERSON CERTIFICATION Bryan Kolk, Board Chair DATE CERTIFIED August 9, 2023 

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Legal and Public Notices ... published on August 9, 2023...

GRANT PUBLIC SCHOOLS

POSTING NOTICE

Elementary School

Special Education Paraprofessional

• Duties Include:

• Works with special needs students.

• Approximately 5.75 hours per day.

• Daily lifting requirements.

• Uses time effectively to meet student’s educational and behavioral needs.

• Recess and lunch supervision duties.

• Crossing guard duties.

Please send letter of interest and resume by noon on August 14, 2023 to:

Grant Public Schools

Attn: Kim Anderson

148 S. Elder Ave.

Grant, MI 49327

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PUBLIC NOTICE

COUNTY OF NEWAYGO

COA Advisory Board • District 5 Extension Council

Pere Marquette & White River • Parks Commission

The Newaygo County Board of Commissioners is accepting applications for two (2) positions on the Newaygo County Commission on Aging Advisory Board, which expire September 30, 2023. Appointments to these positions will be made for a three-year term expiring September 30, 2026. 

The Board of Commissioners will also accept applications for vacancies existing on the following: 

District 5 Extension Council One (1) partial term 

expiring 12/31/2023 

Pere Marquette & White River One (1) partial term 

Zoning Boards expiring 12/31/2024 

(alternate position)

Parks Commission One (1) partial term 

expiring 12/31/2025 

Residents of Newaygo County may apply for appointment by submitting an application and resume to the Newaygo County Clerk’s Office by Tuesday, September 5, 2023, at 4:00 P.M. Applications are available at the County Clerk’s Office or on the website of the Newaygo County Clerk at https://www.newaygocountymi.gov/departments/county-clerk/board-committee-vacancies/.

Applicants for these positions are scheduled to be interviewed during the Board of Commissioners’ Meeting on Wednesday, September 13, 2023, at 9:30 A.M. Appointments will be made during the Board of Commissioners’ meeting on Wednesday, September 27, 2023, at 9:30 A.M. 

JASON VANDERSTELT, NEWAYGO COUNTY CLERK

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City of White Cloud 

ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS

PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE

Public Notice is hereby given that the City of White Cloud Zoning Board of Appeals is holding a meeting at the City of White Cloud Office located at 12 N. Charles Ave., White Cloud, MI, on Monday, August 28, 2023, at 3:00 pm; The purpose of this meeting is to act on an application by Land Management L.C. (Attn Gerald Westgate), 1460 Whitehall Road, Muskegon, MI for three non-use variances at 267 Charles Street, White Cloud, MI (Subway Restaurant site), parcel number 62-15-05-179-021/022. These variances are to Section 16.07, Subsections (L)(2) and (L)(5) to reduce the minimum number of stacking spaces from six to five, and to reduce the minimum distance of a driveway for a drive-through restaurant from the right-of-way line of a street from 150 feet to 82.9 feet and the minimum distance of a driveway for a drive-through restaurant from another driveway from 75 feet to 41.5 feet.

The City of White Cloud will provide necessary reasonable auxiliary aids and services to individuals with disabilities at the hearing upon five days advanced notice to the City Clerk at the address above or phone number (231)689-1194. Written comments may be submitted to the City of White Cloud, PO Box 607, White Cloud, MI 49349, or via e-mail to Clerk@cityofwhitecloud.org by 1:00 pm on the date of the hearing, which shall become a part of the permanent record.

Kelli Arnold, Clerk, City of White Cloud

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Legal and Public Notices ... published on August 2, 2023...
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

 

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Newaygo County Board of Commissioners OFFICIAL MINUTES MOTIONS ONLY July 12, 2023 9:30 A.M. CALL TO ORDER, PRAYER, & PLEDGE Meeting called to order by Chairperson Bryan Kolk, at 9:30 a.m., with Prayer by Newaygo County Clerk, Jason VanderStelt, and Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag led by Commissioner Brenda Bird. COMMISSIONERS PRESENT Brenda Bird, Paul Mellema, Mike Kruithoff, Charles Trapp, James Maike, Ken DeLaat, Bryan Kolk AGENDA - MOTION NUMBER 23-274 Motion by Brenda Bird, second by James Maike, to approve the agenda for July 12, 2023. Ayes – Brenda Bird, Paul Mellema, Mike Kruithoff, Charles Trapp, James Maike, Ken DeLaat, Bryan Kolk. Nays – none. Motion carried. CONSENT AGENDA MOTION NO. 23-275 Motion by Paul Mellema, second by Mike Kruithoff, to approve the Consent Agenda dated July 12, 2023, including: the regular meeting minutes dated June 28, 2023; the Semi-Monthly Detail Analysis and Expenses dated July 5, 2023. Ayes – Brenda Bird, Paul Mellema, Mike Kruithoff, Charles Trapp, James Maike, Ken DeLaat, Bryan Kolk. Nays – none. Motion carried. STANDING COMMITTEE REPORT Finance Committee CHAIRPERSON Commissioner Ken DeLaat Reported the following actions (see below): MOTION NUMBER 23-258-1 Motion by Ken DeLaat, second by Mike Kruithoff, to approve the Commission on Aging’s FY 2024 Amazing X Charitable Trust Grant Application in the amount of $7,000.00 for fiscal year 2024, and authorize the Commission on Aging Director to submit the application electronically. Ayes – Brenda Bird, Paul Mellema, Mike Kruithoff, Charles Trapp, James Maike, Ken DeLaat, Bryan Kolk. Nays – none. Motion carried. MOTION NUMBER 23-263 Motion by Ken DeLaat, second by Charles Trapp, to appropriate an amount not to exceed $650,000.00 for the Newaygo County Sheriff’s Office Storage Facility; money to come from the allocated amount for this project using Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds (SLRFR). Ayes – Brenda Bird, Paul Mellema, Mike Kruithoff, Charles Trapp, James Maike, Ken DeLaat, Bryan Kolk. Nays – none. Motion carried. MOTION NUMBER 23-264 Motion by Ken DeLaat, second by Mike Kruithoff, to elect to receive the Secure Rural Schools Act State payment and allocate the FY 23 state payment under the Secure Rural Schools and Community Self Determination Act, as amended and reauthorized by PL 117-58 as follows: 80% of payment to Title I (schools and roads) and 20% of payment to Title III (county projects) and authorize the Board Chairman to sign any and all of the necessary documents. Ayes – Brenda Bird, Paul Mellema, Mike Kruithoff, Charles Trapp, James Maike, Ken DeLaat, Bryan Kolk. Nays – none. Motion carried. MOTION NUMBER 23-265 Motion by Ken DeLaat, second by James Maike, to approve the submission of the FY 2024 Crime Victim Rights Grant application and authorize the Prosecuting Attorney to sign all necessary documents for submitting the application electronically. Ayes – Brenda Bird, Paul Mellema, Mike Kruithoff, Charles Trapp, James Maike, Ken DeLaat, Bryan Kolk. Nays – none. Motion carried. MOTION NUMBER 

23-266 Motion by Ken DeLaat, second by Paul Mellema, to approve an amount no to exceed $621,297.00 to Granger for the Jail Renovations Project under the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Project 09; money to come from the allocated amount for this project using Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery funds (SLFRF). Ayes – Brenda Bird, Paul Mellema, Mike Kruithoff, Charles Trapp, James Maike, Ken DeLaat, Bryan Kolk. Nays – none. Motion carried. MOTION – ADJOURNMENT 23-276 Motion by Brenda Bird, second by Mike Kruithoff, to adjourn the meeting at 10:20 a.m. Ayes – Brenda Bird, Paul Mellema, Mike Kruithoff, Charles Trapp, James Maike, Ken DeLaat, Bryan Kolk. Nays – none. Motion carried. COUNTY CLERK CERTIFICATION Jason VanderStelt, County Clerk CHAIRPERSON CERTIFICATION Bryan Kolk, Board Chair DATE CERTIFIED July 26, 2023 

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PUBLIC NOTICES

Right-to-Know—Material Safety Data Sheets

NC RESA is dedicated to the safety of its students, employees and community. Each building is provided with information on products used in their facility that may be of concern (i.e., cleaning products, science experiment materials, glue, etc.)

Each Material Safety Data Sheet on file presents the ingredients of the product, the potential hazards and recommendations if exposure occurs. The Material Safety Data Sheets under the Right-to-Know Act are available for inspection during normal business hours by contacting the Maintenance Department at 231-924-8829.

Asbestos Management Plan

In compliance with the Environmental Protection Agency’s Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act, the NC RESA is informing all occupants and their guardians that NC RESA facilities are asbestos-free. Asbestos management plans for each building are available for review in the school’s administration office. 

Use of Pesticides

As part of NC RESA’s pest management program, pesticides are occasionally applied. Parents/community members have the right to be informed prior to any pesticide application made to school grounds and buildings.

During the summer months when school is not in session, pesticide treatment could occur as necessary. If parents/community members wish to be informed prior to pesticide applications during the school year, please contact the Superintendent’s Office at 231-924-0381. In certain emergencies (i.e. bees nests), pesticides may be applied without prior notice, but parents/community members will be provided notice following such applications.

FERPA

NC RESA provides database software, information processing equipment, networks and support materials to best use computer technology in support of Agency administrative functions. A student database shall be maintained which contains student administrative and instructional information. School student records are confidential and information from them shall not be released except as provided by law (under the Freedom of Education Rights and Privacy Act, FERPA). NC RESA reserves the right to display a student photo on its website or Facebook page, unless the parent/guardian or student 18 or older opts out. 

Career and Technical Education Opportunities

Each year the Newaygo County Regional Educational Service Agency offers career and technical education programs at the Newaygo County Career-Tech Center. These programs are designed to prepare youth for a broad range of employment and training services and are offered under the guidance of certified instructors. 

All career and technical education programs follow the Agency’s policies of nondiscrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ethnicity, gender, age, height, weight, marital status, or disability in all programs, services, activities and employment. In addition, arrangements can be made to ensure that the lack of English language proficiency is not a barrier to admission or participation. Inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies should be directed to Blake Prewitt, Superintendent, 4747 W. 48th Street, Fremont, MI 49412, 231-924-0381.

• Accounting

• Agriscience

• Automotive Technology

• Business Applied Technology

• Construction

• Cosmetology

• Culinary Arts

• Engineering

 • Future Educators

• Graphic Communications

• Health Sciences

• Heavy Equipment

• Information Technology

• Manufacturing

• Welding

High school students must be enrolled through a high school in their area of residency (or through a schools of choice program) prior to being admitted to a CTC program. For general information about these programs, contact Andy Melius, NCCTC Principal, 4645 W. Career Pathway, Fremont, MI 49412, 231-924-0380.

Schedule of Board of Education Meetings

Unless otherwise noted, all meetings will be held in the Board room in the Educational Service Center located at 4747 W. 48th Street. Meetings begin at 8:30 a.m.

• Mon., Aug. 14, 2023 - Regular Meeting

• Mon., Sept. 11, 2023 - Regular Meeting

• Mon., Oct. 9, 2023 - Regular Meeting

• Mon., No. 13, 2023 - Regular Meeting

• Mon., Dec. 11, 2023 - Regular Meeting

• Mon., Jan. 8, 2024 - Regular Meeting

• Mon., Feb. 12, 2024 - Regular Meeting

 • Mon., March 11, 2024 - Regular Meeting

• Mon., April 8, 2024 - Regular Meeting

• Mon., May 13, 2024 - Regular Meeting

• Mon., June 24, 2024 

(Budget Hearing, 8 a.m.)

• Mon., June 24 Organizational meeting 

immediately following budget hearing)

Any person with a disability who needs accommodation should contact the Superintendent’s office at 231-924-0381 at least five days in advance of the meeting. Official minutes of all Board meetings are kept in the Superintendent’s office at 4747 W. 48th Street, Fremont, MI. All minutes are available for public inspection during normal work hours of 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. 

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WILCOX TOWNSHIP

HEATING/AIR CONDITIONING INSTALLATION BIDS 

Wilcox Township, 1795 N Evergreen, White Cloud, MI, is continuing to seek bids for the installation of a heat and air conditioning system in the Wilcox Township Hall. The preferred system will be a heat pump system which must cover approximately 900 sq. ft. Bids must include the cost of the new system, electrical, all materials needed, labor, permits, permit fee, and inspections, as well as the removal of the existing furnace.

Appointments may be made so that those interested may inspect the building and needed areas to complete an accurate bid proposal by contacting Supervisor Paul Schroeder, paul1schroeder@gmail.com or 231/689-2073.

Bids due by 8/24/2023. Work to be completed within 30 days of start date. Include construction qualifications and 2 references with the bid. 

The Township Board shall publicly open all bids submitted at the Township Board meeting on 8/24/2023 at 7:00 PM at the Wilcox Township Hall. All bidders shall be notified of the contract decision in a timely manner.

Send sealed bids to Wilcox Township, PO Box 728, White Cloud, MI 49349 or deposit in the Township Hall drop box on the front porch. Indicate on the envelope that it is SEALED BID FOR HEATING/AC INSTALLATION. Direct questions by email to paul1schroeder@gmail.com.

The Wilcox Township Board reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids, to waive informalities or errors in the bidding process, and to accept any bid deemed to be in the best interest of the Township, including bids that are not for the lowest amount.

Teressa Hamilton, Wilcox Township Clerk

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CITY OF NEWAYGO

INVITATION FOR BIDS

RESIDENTIAL GARBAGE SERVICES

The City of Newaygo is accepting sealed bids for residential garbage services. The current City contract expires on 12/31/23. Sealed bids will be received at Newaygo City Hall at 28 N. State Road, PO Box 308, Newaygo, MI 49337 until 2:00 pm on Wednesday, September 13, 2023 at which times bids will be opened. An overview of the desired services and bid content is available for pickup at City Hall, contacting Kim Goodin, City Clerk, at kgoodin@newaygocity.org or 231-652-1657 Ext. 213, or on the City website at newaygocity.org.

 CITY OF NEWAYGO

INVITATION FOR BIDS

RESIDENTIAL GARBAGE SERVICES

The City of Newaygo is accepting sealed bids for residential garbage services. The current City contract expires on 12/31/23. Sealed bids will be received at Newaygo City Hall at 28 N. State Road, PO Box 308, Newaygo, MI 49337 until 2:00 pm on Wednesday, September 13, 2023 at which times bids will be opened. An overview of the desired services and bid content is available for pickup at City Hall, contacting Kim Goodin, City Clerk, at kgoodin@newaygocity.org or 231-652-1657 Ext. 213, or on the City website at newaygocity.org.

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NOTICE TO BIDDERS

The Board of County Road Commissioners of Newaygo County will receive sealed bids at their office at 935 East One Mile Road, White Cloud, MI 49349, until 8:00 a.m. on Thursday, 

August 17, 2023, for the following:

• 22A Gravel, Supplied and Delivered

• Grader Blades

• Pre-Wetting Material

Specifications and bid forms may be obtained at the Road Commission offices during regular business hours or by visiting www.newaygoroads.org.

BOARD OF COUNTY ROAD COMMISSIONERS OF

NEWAYGO COUNTY

William Gonyon, Chairman

Douglas Harmon, Vice-Chairman

Lee Fetterley, Commissioner

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Pickerel and Kimball Lake Improvement Board

Newaygo County, Michigan

PUBLIC HEARING FOR IMPROVEMENTS TO PICKEREL AND KIMBALL LAKES

TAKE NOTICE that the Pickerel and Kimball Lake Improvement Board will hold a public hearing on Monday, August 21, 2023 at 6 p.m., in the Newaygo County Board Of Commissioners Room located at 1087 E. Newell Street in White Cloud, Michigan to determine the practicability of a ten-year improvement project for Pickerel and Kimball Lakes. The lake improvement project would include nuisance aquatic plant control, a lake alum treatment, watershed management/nutrient abatement work, water quality monitoring, professional services, administration, and contingencies. The project would begin in 2024 and continue through 2033 with an annual budget of $160,000.

Should the Pickerel and Kimball Lake Improvement Board find the improvements outlined above practicable after hearing public input, a future public hearing to approve any special assessment amounts will be scheduled. The Pickerel and Kimball Lake Improvement Board will provide notice required under Michigan law (including mailing notice) for a second public hearing, if set by the Board.

This hearing is being held pursuant to Part 309 of Public Act No. 451 of 1994, as amended.

Pickerel and Kimball Lake Improvement Board

306 S. North Street, White Cloud, Michigan 49349

(231) 689-7213

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TOWNSHIP OF GRANT, NEWAYGO COUNTY

PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE

PLANNING COMMISSION

On Thursday, August 17, 2023 the Planning Commission for the Township of Grant will hear public comments related to the following request. The public hearing will be held at 7:00 P.M. at Township Hall, 1617 E. 120th Street, Grant concerning the following:

1. Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment to Section 6.2 Rural Residential District [R-R] 

Text Amendment (SECTION 6.2). 

A zoning ordinance text amendment is proposed to be made to Section 6.2 Rural Residential District [R-R]; to rename “Subsection C” to “Subsection D;” and add an item number 6 to the Table of Dimensional Requirements “Special Notes to Table” to read as follows:

Those lots that are zoned within the Rural Residential District [R-R] and are located directly across a public or private right of way in the Lake Residential District [L-R] are permitted to dimensionally conform with the setback requirements of the Lake Residential Districts [L-R]. This provision has been provided to accommodate those lots that were legally created prior to this Ordinance and cannot lawfully conform to the dimensional setback requirements normally applied to the Rural Residential District [R-R].

2. Text Amendment (SECTION 6.3). 

A zoning ordinance text amendment is proposed to be made to Section 6.3 Lake Residential District [L-R] Subsection “C” Dimensional Standards. 

The amendments are available for review and written comments will be received until 2:30 P.M., Thursday, August 17, 2023 at Grant Township Hall, 1617 E. 120th Street, Grant. All interested parties will be heard at the meeting. 

Gladys VeltKamp, Township Clerk • +1 (231) 834-8033

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GRANT PUBLIC SCHOOLS

POSTING NOTICE INTERNAL / EXTERNAL

FULL TIME 

MIDDLE SCHOOL HEALTH EDUCATION TEACHER 

• Applicants must meet the standards for highly qualified teacher. 

• Must possess a Michigan Teaching Certificate with health 

endorsement.

• Knowledge of age-appropriate grade level common core standards/ 

MI grade level content expectations.

• Possess positive interpersonal and communication skills.

• Possess knowledge of differentiated instruction practices and 

strategies.

• Possess strong classroom management skills.

• Possess extensive knowledge in technology, use of technology 

in the classroom and the ability to incorporate technology in the 

curriculum. (Ex: Software applications, iPad Applications, the use 

of technology in classroom presentation and delivery of curriculum, 

etc.)

Anyone interested in this position should send a letter of interest, resume and credentials by noon on Monday, August 7, 2023, to:

Grant Public Schools, Attn: Kim Anderson

148 S. Elder Ave., Grant, MI 49327

It is the policy of Grant Public Schools not to discriminate on the basis of race, sex, age, color, national origin, religion or handicap in its educational programs, activities, admission or employment policies as required by Title IX of the 1972 Education Amendments: Executive Order 11246 as amended: sections 799A and 845 of the Public Health Act, Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964; and the Equal Pay Act. 

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GARFIELD TOWNSHIP

PLANNING COMMISSION

Notice of a Zoning Board of Appeals meeting to be held at Garfield Township Hall, 7190 Bingham Ave, Newaygo, MI 49337 on August 17, 2023 at 7:00pm.

The purpose of this meeting is to review an order in which the township granted a conditional use permit to Beerman Firewood and Logging at 8588 Ferris Ave, Newaygo, MI 49337.

Citizens are welcome to attend this public meeting or to provide written comments. All written comments must be received at the township hall by noon of August 17 2023. Any person who has questions regarding the hearing or has special needs to attend should contact either the Township Supervisor or Clerk at 652-4251.

This meeting is open to all members of the public under Michigan’s Open Meeting Act.

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PUBLIC NOTICE

Notice of White Cloud Child and Adolescent Health Center Advisory Council Meeting. This meeting is scheduled for August 7, 2023, from noon to 1 p.m. in the Child and Adolescent Health Center Conference room at 555 E. Wilcox. The public is invited, and lunch will be provided. Please call 231-689-3268 for more details.

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DAYTON TOWNSHIP

MEETING NOTICE 

Due to construction Dayton Township board meetings will held at Sheridan Charter Township Hall for the months of August, September and October on the second Tuesday at 7:00 PM.

Any questions please call 231 225 8970

Jean Stroven,clerk

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Ashland Township, Newaygo County, Michigan

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

ON THE SPECIAL ASSESSMENT ROLL FOR LITTLE SAND LAKE SPECIAL ASSESSMENT DISTRICT 2023-2032 

TO: The residents and property owners of the Township of Ashland, Newaygo County, Michigan, owners of land within the special assessment district and any other interested persons:

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the Township Assessing Officer has prepared and filed in the office of the Township Clerk for public examination a special assessment roll covering those properties within the Little Sand Lake Special Assessment District 2023-2032 which has been defined as: 

“All lands with shoreline property on Little Sand Lake within the Township. “Shoreline property” for purposes of this district does not include backlot owners with shared access via easement/road end or otherwise”. 

The roll has been prepared for the purposes of assessing the costs as shown on the plans and estimate of costs on file with the township clerk. Each parcel of benefitted property shall be assessed $496.00 per parcel for the initial year. In accordance with PA 188 of 1952, the Board intends to assess this amount each year against the benefitted parcels. The Board may furthermore reduce or raise the annual assessment in subsequent years, and may choose not to assess at all. The Board will provide notice of the annual assessment in subsequent years in accordance with PA 188 of 1952. For further information you are invited to examine the roll. 

The Township Board will meet at the Ashland Township Hall at 2019 W. 120th Street, Grant, MI within the Township on August 8, 2023, commencing at 7:30 p.m. to review the special assessment roll, to consider any objections thereto, and to confirm the roll as submitted or revised or amended. The roll may be examined at the office of the Township Clerk at the Township Hall during regular business hours of regular business days until the time of the hearing and may be examined at the hearing. 

An owner or party in interest, or his or her agent, may appear in person at the hearing to protest the special assessment in writing, or may file his or her appearance and protest by letter before the hearing, and in that event, personal appearance shall not be required. The owners or any person having in interest in the real property who protests in writing at or before the hearing may file a written appeal of the special assessment with the State Tax Tribunal within 30 days after the special assessment roll is confirmed. 

After the public hearing, the Township Board may confirm the roll as submitted or as revised or amended; may provide for payment of special assessments with interest; and may provide by resolution for such other matters as are permitted by law with regard to special assessments pursuant to PA 188 of 1954, as amended. 

If the special assessment roll is confirmed, the Township Board intends to hold a public hearing once each year for the next consecutive nine years to reassess property in the special assessment district for the costs in the next year, and will provide notice of such hearing by publication in the newspaper only, unless the amount to be specially assessed increases by more than 10% in any one year. If the amount to be specially assessed increases by any more than 10% in any one year, then mailed notice of the public hearing will be provided to owners of property to be specially assessed. 

All interested persons are invited to be present at the hearing to submit comments. Ashland Township will provide necessary, reasonable auxiliary aids and services such as signers for the hearing impaired and audio tapes of printed material being considered at the meeting to individuals with disabilities at the meeting upon four (4) days notice to the Ashland Township Clerk. Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the Ashland Township Clerk, Shelly Boermea, at the address or telephone number listed below. 

ASHLAND TOWNSHIP, Shelly Boerema, Clerk 

2019 W. 120th St., Grant, MI 49327

231-834-7535 • clerk@ashtwp.comwww.ashtwp.com 

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Legal and Public Notices ... published on June 21, 2023...

WHITE CLOUD SHERMAN UTILITIES AUTHORITY

BID NOTICE

White Cloud Sherman Utilities Authority will be accepting sealed bids until 1PM on Friday, July 7, 2023 for the following equipment; 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD, LT 4WD Crew Cab. All bids will then be opened on July 10, 2022 at approximately 1PM.

All proposals must be in sealed envelopes, plainly marked with Truck Bid on the outside of the envelope. Inside make sure to include the amount of the bid and the name, address and phone number of the bidder. Bids must be submitted to: White Cloud Sherman Utilities Authority, 60 W Baseline, PO Box 725, White Cloud, MI 49349.

2021 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 2500 HD LT 4WD CREW CAB WITH APPROXIMATELY 30,000 MILES

(NOTE: Unless otherwise noted, trucks do not include plow or floor mats)

White Cloud Sherman Utilities Authority reserves the right to reject or accept any and all proposals, whichever is deemed to be in the best interest of White Cloud Sherman Utilities Authority. Vehicles and equipment are sold as is. Questions on the equipment listed above, or to set up an appointment to view, should be directed to the Manager, Stan Stroven Jr., at 231.689.6047 or via email at wcsua60@gmail.com.

 

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WHITE CLOUD PUBLIC SCHOOLS

NOTICE OF A PUBLIC HEARING ON PROPOSED 2023-24 BUDGET

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that on June 26, 2023 at 6:30 p.m. at White Cloud, Michigan, the Board of Education of White Cloud Public Schools will hold a public hearing in room 306 of the high school to consider the District’s proposed 2023-24 budget.

The Board may not adopt its proposed 2023-24 budget until after the public hearing. A copy of the proposed 2023-24 budget, including the proposed property tax millage rate, is available for public inspection during the normal business hours at White Cloud Public Schools Administrative Office, 555 Wilcox Avenue, White Cloud, Michigan.

The property tax millage rate proposed to be levied to support the proposed budget will be a subject of this hearing.

This notice is given by order of the Board of Education., Elaine Engel, Secretary

 

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DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS

CITY OF WHITE CLOUD

The City of White Cloud is currently accepting applications for a full-time Equipment Operator II position in our Public Works Department. We are looking for an individual who can provide a variety of semi-skilled tasks in support of the operation and maintenance of City streets, water distribution system, and other city infrastructure. We are looking for an applicant that is self-motivated, hardworking and interested in working outdoors.

Requirements:

• High School diploma or GED equivalent

• Experience in performing manual labor tasks

• Knowledge of water systems, repair and construction standards

• Minimum two years’ experience in maintenance and repair of water systems is preferred

• Experience operating various types of construction and maintenance equipment

• Must possess a valid State of Michigan Class B Commercial Driver’s License or the ability to attain one within 6 months of hire.

• Possession of a State of Michigan S-3 or higher Water Distribution License is desirable (or ability to attain license within 1 year of hire date)

• Willingness to work outdoors in all types of weather and in adverse working conditions.

• Willing to be on call and respond to an emergency situation 24 hours a day/7 days a week within one hour of notification of an emergency

This is a full-time position that offers great retirement and insurance benefits. Please submit cover letter, resume, and references by mail to City of White Cloud, Attn: April Storms, City Manager, P.O. Box 607, White Cloud, MI 49349 or citymanager@cityofwhitecloud.org. Applications will be accepted until June 30, 2023.

 

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STATE OF MICHIGAN, COUNTY OF NEWAYGO

SHERIDAN CHARTER TOWNSHIP

PUBLIC NOTICE

At their next regularly scheduled meeting, the Sheridan Charter Township Board will be considering for adoption Fremont Community Joint Zoning Ordinance and is below. The meeting will take place on July 18, 2023 at 7:00 p.m. or as soon thereafter as appropriate at the Township Hall, 6360 S. Township Parkway, Fremont, Michigan.

This notice is posted in compliance with PA 267 of 1976 as amended (Open Meetings Act), MCL 42.8, MCL 41.72a(2)(3) and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Upon 5 days notice, the Sheridan Charter Township Board will provide necessary reasonable auxiliary aids and services, such as signers for the hearing impaired and audiotapes of printed materials being considered, to those individuals with disabilities who wish to attend this meeting.

Note: Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the Sheridan Charter Township Board by writing or calling the following: Maggie Kolk, Clerk, PO Box 53, Fremont, MI 49412 or 231/924-2566.

SHERIDAN CHARTER TOWNSHIP

NEWAYGO COUNTY, MICHIGAN

ORDINANCE NO. 23-04

AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE MAP OF

THE FREMONT COMMUNITY JOINT ZONING ORDINANCE

THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF SHERIDAN ORDAINS THE FOLLOWING CHANGE TO THE FREMONT COMMUNITY JOINT ZONING ORDINANCE:

The “Zoning Map” of the Joint Zoning Ordinance of January 7, 2013, as amended, of the City of Fremont, Michigan; Dayton Township, Fremont, Michigan; and Sheridan Charter Township, Fremont, Michigan, is hereby amended as follows, as recommended by the Fremont Community Joint Planning Commission at their April 25, 2023 regular meeting:

The zoning district designation for the following property is hereby amended from the current designation of O-MF Multi-Family District to the new designation of O-MU Mixed Use District:

Property Legal Description:

As the legal description is quite lengthy, the address designation of 700 N. Weaver will be used, together with the permanent parcel number on record with the legal description attached thereto.

Parcel Number: 62-13-35-400-028

A copy of the map delineating the affected property will be on file with the Dayton Township Zoning Administrator. The Official Zoning Map of the City of Fremont, Dayton Township and Sheridan Charter Township shall be amended to reflect the above change.

This Ordinance shall take effect upon the adoption by the Dayton Township Board and the Council of the City Of Fremont of the same map amendment to the Fremont Community Joint Zoning Ordinance as referenced above ten (10) days after the date of publication.

 

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HESS LAKE IMPROVEMENT BOARD

NEWAYGO COUNTY, MICHIGAN

HEARING OF PRACTICABILITY AND

HEARING OF ASSESSMENT

TAKE NOTICE that the Hess Lake Improvement Board will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, July 11, 2023, at 6 p.m., at the Brooks Township Hall located at 490 Quarterline Road, Newaygo, Michigan 49337 to determine the practicability of a five-year improvement project for Hess Lake. The lake improvement project would include nuisance aquatic plant control, plant control coordination and oversight, water quality monitoring, fisheries management, watershed improvements, information dissemination and education, administration, and contingencies. The project would begin in 2024 and continue through 2028 with an annual budget of $80,500.

NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that a special assessment roll has been prepared and is available for public examination during normal business hours at the office of the Newaygo County Drain Commissioner located at 306 S. North Street, White Cloud, Michigan 49349. Said special assessment roll has been prepared for the purpose of assessing the cost of the improvement project to benefiting properties.

NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that, if the project is found practicable, the Hess Lake Improvement Board will hold a hearing of assessment immediately following the aforementioned hearing of practicability for the purpose of reviewing said special assessment roll and for hearing any objections thereto. An owner of or party with interest in real property to be assessed or his/her agent may appear in person to object to the special assessment or may protest such special assessment by letter filed with the Lake Board at or prior to the time of the hearing, in which case personal appearance is not required. Written objections may be filed with or mailed to the Hess Lake Improvement Board c/o Newaygo County Drain Commissioner, 306 S. North Street, PO Box 885, White Cloud, Michigan 49349

NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that the owner of or any party with interest in real property within the Hess Lake Special Assessment District who, having protested said special assessment either in person or in writing, may, within thirty (30) days after the confirmation of the special assessment roll has been published in a newspaper of general circulation, appeal such special assessment to the Michigan Tax Tribunal or other court of competent jurisdiction.

The above-referenced hearings are being held pursuant to Part 309 of Public Act No. 451 of 1994, as amended.

Hess Lake Improvement Board

Newaygo County, Michigan

 

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Newaygo County Board of Commissioners OFFICIAL MINUTES MOTIONS ONLY May 24, 2023 9:30 A.M. CALL TO ORDER, PRAYER, & PLEDGE Meeting called to order by Chairperson Bryan Kolk, at 9:30 a.m., with Prayer by Newaygo County Clerk, Jason VanderStelt, and Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag led by Commissioner Charles Trapp. COMMISSIONERS PRESENT Brenda Bird, Paul Mellema, Mike Kruithoff, Charles Trapp, James Maike, Ken DeLaat, Bryan Kolk AGENDA - MOTION NUMBER 23-212 Motion by James Maike, second by Brenda Bird, to approve the agenda for May 24, 2023, with the addition of Resolution #05-008-23 opposing Senate Bills 299 & 300 and House Bills 4799 & 4480. Ayes – Brenda Bird, Paul Mellema, Mike Kruithoff, Charles Trapp, James Maike, Ken DeLaat, Bryan Kolk. Nays – none. Motion carried. CONSENT AGENDA MOTION NO. 23-213 Motion by Brenda Bird, second by Mike Kruithoff, to approve the Consent Agenda dated May 24, 2023, including: the regular meeting minutes dated May 10, 2023; the Semi-Monthly Detail Analysis and Expenses dated May 17, 2023; the April 2023 Check Register; the April 2023 Budget Report. Ayes – Brenda Bird, Paul Mellema, Mike Kruithoff, Charles Trapp, James Maike, Ken DeLaat, Bryan Kolk. Nays – none. Motion carried. STANDING COMMITTEE REPORT Finance Committee CHAIRPERSON Commissioner Ken DeLaat Reported the following actions (see below): MOTION NUMBER 23-190-1 Motion by Ken DeLaat, second by Charles Trapp, to accept the proposal submitted by Wastequip and authorize purchase of thirty-six (36) 8-yard rear loading dumpsters in the amount of $63,832.00 and authorize the Board of Commissioners Chair to sign any and all necessary documents. Newaygo County will pay $51,860.00 for thirty (30) dumpsters and Newfield Township will separately pay $11,972.00 for six dumpsters. Ayes – Brenda Bird, Paul Mellema, Mike Kruithoff, Charles Trapp, James Maike, Ken DeLaat, Bryan Kolk. Nays – none. Motion carried. MOTION NUMBER 23-191-1 Motion by Ken DeLaat, second by Brenda Bird, to approve the one-year lease with NCRESA to house the Michigan State University Extension Office (MSUE) and authorize the County Administrator to sign any and all necessary documents. Ayes – Brenda Bird, Paul Mellema, Mike Kruithoff, Charles Trapp, James Maike, Ken DeLaat, Bryan Kolk. Nays – none. Motion carried. MOTION NUMBER 23-199-1 Motion by Ken DeLaat, second by Mike Kruithoff, to approve Option 4 in Advanced Correctional Healthcare’s amended contract, and authorize Sheriff Mendham to sign any and all the necessary documents. Ayes – Brenda Bird, Paul Mellema, Mike Kruithoff, Charles Trapp, James Maike, Ken DeLaat, Bryan Kolk. Nays – none. Motion carried. MOTION NUMBER 23-200-1 Motion by Ken DeLaat, second by Paul Mellema, to approve an amount not to exceed $88,729.04 to All Pro Fitness Things for exercise equipment under the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Project 12 County Employee Fitness Center Project; money to come from the allocated amount for this project using Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery funds (SLFRF). Ayes – Brenda Bird, Paul Mellema, Mike Kruithoff, Charles Trapp, James Maike, Ken DeLaat, Bryan Kolk. Nays – none. Motion carried. MOTION NUMBER 23-201-1 Motion by Ken DeLaat, second by Charles Trapp, to ratify the submission of the FY 2024 Michigan Indigent Defense Commission (MIDC) Compliance Plan & Cost Analysis Renewal (grant request). Ayes – Brenda Bird, Paul Mellema, Mike Kruithoff, Charles Trapp, James Maike, Ken DeLaat, Bryan Kolk. Nays – none. Motion carried. MOTION NUMBER 23-202-1 Motion by Ken DeLaat, second by Mike Kruithoff, to approve the application for the proposed Newaygo County Drug Court be sent to SCAO for consideration, and authorize the Newaygo County Trial Courts Administrator and Board Chairman to sign any and all necessary documents. Ayes – Brenda Bird, Paul Mellema, Mike Kruithoff, Charles Trapp, James Maike, Ken DeLaat, Bryan Kolk. Nays – none. Motion carried. MOTION NUMBER 23-210 Motion by Ken DeLaat, second by Paul Mellema, to approve payment to the Mid-State Health Network (MSHN) of the P.A. 2 of 1986 “Liquor Tax” Funds in the total amount of $25,935.90 from the General Fund – Substance Abuse – Health Services – Substance Abuse. Ayes – Brenda Bird, Paul Mellema, Mike Kruithoff, Charles Trapp, James Maike, Ken DeLaat, Bryan Kolk. Nays – none. Motion carried. MISCELLANEOUS MOTION NO 23-214 Motion by Charles Trapp, second by Paul Mellema, to accept the 2023 Marine Safety Program Grant, and authorize the Undersheriff to sign and submit electronically any and all necessary documents. Ayes – Brenda Bird, Paul Mellema, Mike Kruithoff, Charles Trapp, James Maike, Ken DeLaat, Bryan Kolk. Nays – none. Motion carried. MISCELLANEOUS MOTION NO 23-215 Motion by James Maike, second by Mike Kruithoff, to approve Resolution #05-008-23 opposing Senate Bills 299 & 300 and House Bills 4799 and 4480. Ayes – Brenda Bird, Paul Mellema, Mike Kruithoff, Charles Trapp, James Maike, Ken DeLaat, Bryan Kolk. Nays – none. Motion carried. MOTION – ADJOURNMENT 23-215 Motion by James Maike, second by Paul Mellema, to adjourn the meeting at 10:42 a.m. Ayes – Brenda Bird, Paul Mellema, Mike Kruithoff, Charles Trapp, James Maike, Ken DeLaat, Bryan Kolk. Nays – none. Motion carried. COUNTY CLERK CERTIFICATION Jason VanderStelt, County Clerk CHAIRPERSON CERTIFICATION Bryan Kolk, Board Chair DATE CERTIFIED June 14, 2023

 

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MERRILL TOWNSHIP PLANNING COMMISSION

The Merrill Township Planning Commission, will be meeting on the unscheduled following dates of. June 15th 2023, July 20th 2023 and August 17th 2023 to cover “Businesses operating on public Roads” as their primary topic of discussion.

Peter Morgon

Merrill Township Supervisor

 

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GRANT PUBLIC SCHOOLS

GRANT, MICHIGAN

INTERNAL/EXTERNAL

POSTING NOTICE

District Athletic Director / Middle School Dean of Students

PLEASE REFER TO

WWW.GRANTPS.NET

for full posting details.

Please send letter of interest and resume by noon on

June 26, 2023, to:

Grant Public Schools

Attn: Kim Anderson

148 S. Elder Ave.

Grant, MI 49327

Email: kanderson@grantps.net

 

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FREMONT COMMUNITY JOINT

ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

There will be a meeting of the Fremont Community Joint Zoning Board of Appeals (JZBA) on July 11, 2023 at 7:00 p.m. at the Fremont Municipal Building, 101 E. Main Fremont, MI 49412. During the meeting the JZBA will hear and have discussion regarding a variance requests from Fremont Retail Management, LLC, pertaining to a site plan for a proposed multi-tenant building. The variance would permit a drive onto 48th Street from the parcel closer to an adjacent drive than allowed for. The variance would affect the property at 7061 and 7063 W. 48th, parcel numbers 62-13-34-300-019/063 in the C-2 Urban Commercial District.

Public attendance is invited, but not mandatory. Comments can be directed to the JZBA through Peter Lance, Township Zoning Administrator, at (231) 924-2566/9509, or Andy Harrington, City Zoning Administrator, at (231) 924-2101, at any time prior to the meeting date.

This notice is posted in compliance with PA 267 of 1976 as amended (Open Meetings Act), MCL 42.8, MCL 41.72a(2)(3) and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

Note: Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact Andy Harrington, Zoning Administrator, 101 E. Main, Fremont, MI 49412, or (231) 924-2101.

 

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BROOKS TOWNSHIP NEWAYGO COUNTY

NOTICE OF

PUBLIC HEARING

FOR ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS

The Brooks Township Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a Public Hearing on Wednesday July 19,2023 at 7:00 p.m. at the Township Hall located at 490 Quarterline Newaygo, MI 49337 regarding a variance request by Richard Stacey. The property for which the variance is requested is located at 438 E Emerald Dr, parcel #62-19-06-402-007.

The variance request is to reduce the required setback requirements for placement of a shed in the Lakefront (LD) District.

Written comments may be addressed to Brooks Township Zoning Board of Appeals, PO Box 625, Newaygo, MI 49337. Comments must be received by the meeting date.

Jennifer Badgero

Brooks Township Clerk

 

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Legal and Public Notices ... published on June 28, 2023...
 

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS

CITY OF WHITE CLOUD

The City of White Cloud is currently accepting applications for a full-time Equipment Operator II position in our Public Works Department. We are looking for an individual who can provide a variety of semi-skilled tasks in support of the operation and maintenance of City streets, water distribution system, and other city infrastructure. We are looking for an applicant that is self-motivated, hardworking and interested in working outdoors.

Requirements:

• High School diploma or GED equivalent

• Experience in performing manual labor tasks

• Knowledge of water systems, repair and construction standards

• Minimum two years’ experience in maintenance and repair of water systems is preferred

• Experience operating various types of construction and maintenance equipment

• Must possess a valid State of Michigan Class B Commercial Driver’s License or the ability to attain one within 6 months of hire.

• Possession of a State of Michigan S-3 or higher Water Distribution License is desirable (or ability to attain license within 1 year of hire date)

• Willingness to work outdoors in all types of weather and in adverse working conditions.

• Willing to be on call and respond to an emergency situation within one hour, when on call.

This is a full-time position that offers great retirement and insurance benefits. Please submit cover letter, resume, and references by mail to City of White Cloud, Attn: April Storms, City Manager, P.O. Box 607, White Cloud, MI 49349 or citymanager@cityofwhitecloud.org. Applications will be accepted until June 30, 2023.

 

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CITY OF NEWAYGO

PUBLIC NOTICE

MCL 211.51 of the General Property Tax Laws provides that a person who is paraplegic, quadriplegic, senior citizen, eligible serviceman, eligible veteran, eligible widow, totally and permanently disabled, or blind, and who for the prior taxable year had a total household income of $40,000 or less, may defer the summer taxes until the following February 14th by filing with the Treasurer of the City of Newaygo an intent to defer the homestead property taxes which are due and payable in August. Persons eligible for the deferment of taxes may file their intent to defer until September 15, 2022. Please call the Treasurer’s office at 231-652 x 1657 *222# to receive the form.

 

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NOTICE TO BIDDERS

The Board of County Road Commissioners of Newaygo County will receive sealed bids at their office at 935 East One Mile Road, White Cloud, MI 49349, until 8:00 a.m. on Wednesday, June 28, 2023, for the following:

• MDOT- Hot Mix Asphalt Shoulder Paving, various locations on M-37 and M-20 in Newaygo County

Specifications and bid forms may be obtained at the Road Commission offices during regular business hours or by visiting www.newaygoroads.org.

BOARD OF COUNTY ROAD COMMISSIONERS OF

NEWAYGO COUNTY

William Gonyon, Chairman

Douglas Harmon, Vice-Chairman

Lee Fetterley, Commissioner

 

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HESS LAKE IMPROVEMENT BOARD

NEWAYGO COUNTY, MICHIGAN

HEARING OF PRACTICABILITY AND

HEARING OF ASSESSMENT

TAKE NOTICE that the Hess Lake Improvement Board will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, July 11, 2023, at 6 p.m., at the Brooks Township Hall located at 490 Quarterline Road, Newaygo, Michigan 49337 to determine the practicability of a five-year improvement project for Hess Lake. The lake improvement project would include nuisance aquatic plant control, plant control coordination and oversight, water quality monitoring, fisheries management, watershed improvements, information dissemination and education, administration, and contingencies. The project would begin in 2024 and continue through 2028 with an annual budget of $80,500.

NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that a special assessment roll has been prepared and is available for public examination during normal business hours at the office of the Newaygo County Drain Commissioner located at 306 S. North Street, White Cloud, Michigan 49349. Said special assessment roll has been prepared for the purpose of assessing the cost of the improvement project to benefiting properties.

NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that, if the project is found practicable, the Hess Lake Improvement Board will hold a hearing of assessment immediately following the aforementioned hearing of practicability for the purpose of reviewing said special assessment roll and for hearing any objections thereto. An owner of or party with interest in real property to be assessed or his/her agent may appear in person to object to the special assessment or may protest such special assessment by letter filed with the Lake Board at or prior to the time of the hearing, in which case personal appearance is not required. Written objections may be filed with or mailed to the Hess Lake Improvement Board c/o Newaygo County Drain Commissioner, 306 S. North Street, PO Box 885, White Cloud, Michigan 49349

NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that the owner of or any party with interest in real property within the Hess Lake Special Assessment District who, having protested said special assessment either in person or in writing, may, within thirty (30) days after the confirmation of the special assessment roll has been published in a newspaper of general circulation, appeal such special assessment to the Michigan Tax Tribunal or other court of competent jurisdiction.

The above-referenced hearings are being held pursuant to Part 309 of Public Act No. 451 of 1994, as amended.

Hess Lake Improvement Board

Newaygo County, Michigan

 

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GRANT PUBLIC SCHOOLS

POSTING NOTICE

Two Full-Time Positions

Kindergarten Dual

Immersion Teacher

Third Grade Teacher

PLEASE REFER TO

WWW.GRANTPS.NET

for full details.

Anyone interested in these positions should send a letter of interest,

resume and credentials by noon on Wednesday, July 5, 2023, to:

Grant Public Schools

Attn: Kim Anderson

148 S. Elder Ave.

Grant, MI 49327

 

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GRANT PUBLIC SCHOOLS

SCHOOL BOARD VACANCY

An opening exists on the Grant Public Schools Board of Education. Interested individuals, who are registered electors of the school district, should submit, in writing, a notice of interest describing their background and experience that they feel would enable them to positively contribute to the work of the board. Please send information by 4:00 p.m. on July 5, 2023, to:

Executive Secretary to

the Superintendent

Grant Public Schools Administration Building

148 S. Elder Ave.

Grant, MI 49327

The selected candidate will serve until

December 31, 2024.

 

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TOWNSHIP OF DAYTON

NOTICE OF HEARING

Pursuant to the Township’s Policy and Fire Protection ACT MCL 41.80ET>SEQ

Please take notice that a Public Hearing

will be held before Dayton Township Board on the 13th day of July,2023 at 7:00pm at the Dayton Township Hall, 3215 South Stone Road, Fremont,Michigan to determine the amount of the levy and to direct the township supervisor to spread the assessment levy on taxable values of all lands and premises in the district that are to be epecially benefited by the fire

protection proposed will be .7190 mills based on taxable value of $78,791,049.00.

The hearing may be adjourned from time to time without further notice, Redetermination of cost may be necessary without change in the special

assessment district. Such redetermination may be made without further notice to record owners or parties of interest in the property.

Jean Stroven, Dayton Township Clerk

 

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CALL TO ORDER

Mayor Fedell called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM. The meeting was held at City Hall located at 28 N. State Road, Newaygo, MI 49337.

Presiding officer: Mayor Fedell

Secretary: Clerk, Kim Goodin

Roll Call: Present: Black, Burns, DeVries, Engemann, Fedell, Johnson, Walerczyk

Absent: None

Motion by Black, second by Burns to approve the agenda as presented. AIF/MC

CONSENT AGENDA

Motion by Engemann, second by Burns to approve the Consent Agenda which includes the council regular meeting minutes from 04/10/2023 adding the word “awareness” after autism under City Managers report and approval of accounts payable. Roll Call: Yeas: Black, Burns, DeVries, Engemann, Fedell, Johnson, Walerczyk Absent: None Nay: None. CARRIED

BOARD BUSINESS

Pamela Morgan representing Trinity Fellowship Church (53 E 88th St.) was present and asked questions about renting Brooks Park for approximately two hours for three days to hold a kids vacation bible study. Morgan said that she was unsure the number of kids that would attend and said they planned to advertise by displaying information at the school summer lunch program. Fedell stated that if there are a low number of people and no signs are put up along the roads that Brooks Park could be utilized on a first come first serve basis, but others are allowed in the park at the same time.

Motion by Burns, second by Engemann to approve License Agreement for Wisner Canoe to use Riverfront Park Phase II. AIF/MC

Motion by Johnson, second by Walerczyk to open public hearing at 7:37 pm to discuss and take comments on W. Wood St. Water Main Potential Project and Water Service Line Potential Project. AIF/MC Schneider discussed the need and details for the Wood St. Water Main Project and the need for the Water Service Line Project which is a requirement by the State. He discussed each project and cost breakdown of each project in detail and discussed alternatives for each project with costs associated with each option. Schneider discussed the project financing and costs to users for each project including the proposed method of project financing and estimated monthly debt retirement and the proposed annual and monthly charge to the typical residential customer. Schneider discussed a potential schedule for design and construction for each project. He spoke about environmental and public health impacts for each option and the measures that would be taken to mitigate adverse impacts. Schneider stated that the Resolution on the agenda was to adopt this final Project Planning document for Water System Improvement for Water Service Lines, West Wood Street Water Main and to designate an authorized Project Representative. Council Member asked if the City would know if eligible for loan forgiveness prior to final submission of loan to the State and Schneider said that yes, the City would know that prior to any final decision. There were no other Council or public comments or questions. Motion by Johnson, second by Black to close public hearing at 7:46 pm.

Motion by Burns, second by Walerczyk to approve Resolution 2023-17 to adopt the final Project Planning Document for Water System Improvements for Water Service Lines, West Wood Street Water Main and to designate an authorized Project Representative. AIF/MC

Motion by Black, second by Johnson to open public hearing at 7:48 pm to discuss and take comments on the proposed City Budget and millage rate for Fiscal Year 2023-2024. AIF/MC Schneider went through the proposed budget for FY 2023-2024 and discussed the highlights. He stated that the millage rate was unchanged and remained at 17.75. Schneider answered questions from Council related to Electric Vehicles impact on street funding and purchasing options related to supplies for treatment of the sewer system. No comments or questions from public on budget or millage rate. Motion by Johnson, second by Burns to close public hearing at 8:15 pm. AIF/MC

Motion by Black, second by Burns to approve Resolution 2023-18 adopting the City Budget for Fiscal Year 2023-2024. AIF/MC

Motion by Engemann, second by Walerczyk to approve Resolution 2023-19 adopting the 2023-2024 City Millage Levy. AIF/MC

Motion by Burns, second by Johnson to approve Resolution 2023-20 to amend the 2022-2023 TIFA Budget. AIF/MC Schneider stated that TIFA had reviewed and approved budget amendments at their recent meeting.

Motion by Johnson, second by Walerczyk to open public hearing at 8:16 pm to discuss and take comments on the Fire District Special Assessment Roll. AIF/MC Schneider stated that the Fire District Special Assessment Roll was included in packets and that the 1.91962 millage rate was very similar to last year’s millage rate. No comments or questions from the Council or public. Motion by Johnson, second by Black to close public hearing. AIF/MC

Motion by Burns, second by Walerczyk to approve Resolution 2023-21 which establishes the funding level of 1.91962 mills for the Newaygo Area Fire District for Fiscal year 2023-2024. AIF/MC

Motion by DeVries, second by Burns to approve Resolution 2023-22 confirming special assessment roll, establishing lien and providing for the payment and collection of special assessments for Fire District Board. AIF/MC

Motion by Black, second by DeVries to approve Traffic Control Order Number 202. AIF/MC

Motion by Johnson, second by Black to approve request by Newaygo Public Schools Band for the use of Brooks Park to have a band concert in the park on Tuesday, May 23, 2023 from 4:00 pm to 9:00 pm and to have a food truck for their event. AIF/MC

Motion by Johnson, second by Walerczyk to approve request by Newaygo Public Schools for the use of Brooks Park to serve free lunches from June 12, 2023 through August 10, 2023 on Monday thru Thursdays from 12:00 pm to 12:30 pm. AIF/MC

Motion by Walerczyk, second by Burns to adjourn the meeting at 8:37 PM. AIF/MC

CITY OF NEWAYGO MINUTES SYNOPSIS

Regular Meeting of Newaygo City Council May 8, 2023

 

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NOTICE OF ORDINANCE ADOPTION

BROOKS TOWNSHIP, NEWAYGO COUNTY, MICHIGAN

On June 20, 2023, the Brooks Township Board adopted and enacted a new amendment to the Brooks Township Zoning Ordinance to add a new Article XIII-A regarding Commercial Planned Unit Developments (“CPUD”). More specifically, a summary of the new CPUD Article XIII-A is as follows:

Article XIII-A. Commercial Planned Unit Development (CPUD)

13.01A DESCRIPTION AND PURPOSE

This section discusses the purposes, intent and characteristics of a Commercial Planned Unit Development (“CPUD”) including the ability of the Township Board to vary area, height, bulk, setback, etc. requirements that would normally be applicable, lands that would quality for a CPUD and related matters.

13.02A OBJECTIVES AND QUALIFYING CONDITIONS

This section discusses the objectives to be met by a CPUD, qualifying conditions, lot or parcel characteristics, what lands can qualify for a CPUD and related matters.

13.03A APPLICATION PROCEDURES

This section discusses various application and rezoning procedures for a CPUD, including that a CPUD constitutes a rezoning, requirements for an application, public notice requirements for the public hearing, approval, approval with conditions or denial options of the Township Board, recommendations by the Planning Commission, jurisdiction of the Zoning Board of Appeals, decision requirements and related matters.

13.04A BASIS OF DETERMINATION

This section contains the standards to be considered for approval of a CPUD, the imposition of reasonable conditions on a CPUD rezoning approval and related matters.

13.05A PERMITTED USES

This section governs and lists the types of uses that may be allowed for a CPUD, either singularly or in combination, which uses include, but are not limited to, restaurants, taverns, related marinas, retail stores, grocery stores, hotels and motels, general merchandise stores, specialty markets, retail bakeries, candy shops, business offices and recreational/amusement establishments.

13.06A OTHER REQUIREMENTS AND CPUD AMENDMENTS

This section contains various requirements related to a CPUD including utility and electrical lines and amendments.

A full copy of the CPUD amendments to the Zoning Ordinance can be reviewed, obtained inspected or purchased at the Brooks Township offices during normal business hours (9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays) or by contacting the Brooks Township Clerk at (231) 652-6763. The new zoning amendments will become effective upon the expiration of 7 days after this Notice appears in the newspaper. Any questions should be directed to the Brooks Township Clerk at (231) 652-6763.

Respectfully submitted by,

Jennifer Badgero

Brooks Township Clerk

 

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NOTICE OF CEMETERY ORDINANCE ADOPTION

BROOKS TOWNSHIP, NEWAYGO COUNTY, MICHIGAN

On June 20, 2023, the Township Board for Brooks Township adopted and enacted a new Brooks Township Cemetery Ordinance, which shall apply throughout Brooks Township. A summary of the new Ordinance is as follows:

Section 1. Title.

This Ordinance shall be known and may be cited as the “Brooks Township Cemetery Ordinance.”

Section 2. Purpose and Intent.

This section summarizes the purpose and intent behind the new Ordinance, including protecting the public health, safety and welfare, preventing orphan cemeteries, findings regarding cemetery demand within the Township, a finding that there are no known cemeteries in Brook Township and other related matters.

Section 3. Definition.

This section defines the word “cemetery” for purposes of this new Ordinance.

Section 4. Prohibition on New Cemeteries.

Cemeteries are expressly prohibited and banned within Brooks Township. No person shall construct, create or promote any cemetery within Brooks Township. No cemetery shall be created or utilized within Brooks Township.

Section 5. Penalties.

This section addresses penalties, remedies and enforcement of the Ordinance, including, but not limited to, a declaration that a violation of the Ordinance constitutes a municipal civil infraction, fines, costs, subsequent offenses, aiding and abetting, a violation is a nuisance per se, the multiple remedies available to the Township and other related matters.

Section 6. Township Officials Who Can Enforce this Ordinance.

This section indicates which Township and other government officials can enforce the Ordinance.

Section 7. Severability.

If a portion of the Ordinance is invalidated by a court, the balance of the Ordinance shall remain in effect and enforceable.

Section 8. Effective Date; Conflicts.

The Ordinance shall become effective upon the expiration of 30 days after the notice of adoption appears in the newspaper. All ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict with this new Ordinance are hereby deemed repealed to the extent of any such conflict.

A full copy of the new Cemetery Ordinance can be obtained, inspected, reviewed or purchased at the Brooks Township offices located at 490 Quarterline Road, Newaygo, Michigan 49337 during normal business hours (9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays) or by contacting the Brooks Township Clerk at 231-652-6763. This Ordinance shall become effective upon the expiration of 30 days after this notice appears in the newspaper as provided by law.

Respectfully submitted,

Jennifer Badgero

Brooks Township Clerk

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WILCOX TOWNSHIP

HEATING/AIR CONDITIONING INSTALLATION BIDS

Wilcox Township, 1795 N Evergreen, White Cloud, MI, is seeking bids for the installation of a heat and air conditioning system in the Wilcox Township Hall. The preferred system will be a heat pump system which must cover approximately 900 sq. ft. Bids must include the cost of the new system, electrical, all materials needed, labor, permits, permit fee, and inspections, as well as the removal of the existing furnace.

Appointments may be made so that those interested may inspect the building and needed areas to complete an accurate bid proposal by contacting Supervisor Paul Schroeder, paul1schroeder@gmail.com or 213/689-2073.

Bids due by 7/27/2023. Work to be completed within 30 days of start date. Include construction qualifications and 2 references with the bid.

The Township Board shall publicly open all bids submitted at the Township Board meeting on 7/27/2023 at 7:00 PM at the Wilcox Township Hall. All bidders shall be notified of the contract decision in a timely manner.

Send sealed bids to Wilcox Township, PO Box 728, White Cloud, MI 49349 or deposit in the Township Hall drop box on the front porch. Indicate on the envelope that it is SEALED BID FOR HEATING/AC INSTALLATION. Direct questions by email to paul1schroeder@gmail.com.

The Wilcox Township Board reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids, to waive informalities or errors in the bidding process, and to accept any bid deemed to be in the best interest of the Township, including bids that are not for the lowest amount.

 

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

LILLEY TOWNSHIP PLANNING COMMISSION

LILLEY TOWNSHIP, NEWAYO CO9UNTY

On July 20, 2023 at 7:30 p.m., the Lilley Township Planning Commission will hold a public hearing at the Lilley Township Multi-Purpose Building located at 10767 N. Prospect, Bitely, Michigan 49309 regarding proposed amendments to the Lilley Township Zoning Ordinance (the “Zoning Ordinance”) regarding short-term rentals (“STRs”). More specifically, the proposed zoning amendments include an article regarding the intent and legislative history of the proposed zoning amendments, an article containing the findings of the Township Board regarding STRs and the proposed zoning amendments, the addition of a definition of a “Short-Term Rental” and “STR Lot” in Section 2.19 of the Zoning Ordinance, the adding of a new and additional Section 3.32 to the Zoning Ordinance regarding STRs, including limitations on the number of STRs within the Township, area and geographical limits, the total number of STR lots allowed within Lilley Township, priority specifications regarding which STR lots can take advantage of the “caps” or limitations, the listing of certain items, structures and buildings that cannot be used for STRs, the requirement that no STR Lot shall be occupied or used by more than one family at a time, the requirement that every STR and STR Lot fully comply with other applicable Township ordinances, a new Subsection 7.02(G) regarding short-term rentals within the AG-Agricultural zoning district, a new Subsection 8.02(E) regarding STRs in the RR-Rural Residential district, a new Subsection 9.02(E) regarding STRs within the LDR-Low Density Residential zoning district, a new Subsection 10.02(E) regarding STRs within the MDR-Medium Density Rural Residential zoning district, a new Subsection 13.03(N) regarding STRs in the GC-General Commercial zoning district, and articles regarding severability, the rest of the Zoning Ordinance remains unchanged apart from the amendments, and the effective date of the zoning amendments. A full copy of the proposed amendments to the Zoning Ordinance regarding STRs (and the Zoning Ordinance itself) can be obtained, purchased, inspected or reviewed at the Township offices located at 10767 N. Prospect, Bitely, Michigan 49309 (during normal business hours) or by contacting the Lilley Township Clerk at (231) 345-6381. Public comments at the public hearing are welcome. The Planning Commission will accept written submittals up until the time of the public hearing.

Respectfully submitted by,

Fran Nelson, Lilley Township Clerk - (231) 345-6381

 

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GRANT TOWNSHIP PLANNING COMMISSION

On Thursday, July 20, 2023 at 7:00 pm, the Grant Township Planning Commission will hold a special meeting to review an application for a Special - Use Permit submitted by Robert Scholtens & Mike Bouwkamp on behalf of the Grant Christian Reformed Church.

The church, located at 13110 Poplar Ave., is requesting permission to build a 60 x 80 multi-purpose building following the purchase of an additional 3 acres of land from neighbor, Ted Scholtens. The new building would infringe on the current parking area and the additional property would allow for any future parking needs.

If you have any questions or concerns regarding the granting of these permits; please contact Kim Martens, Zoning Administrator or Gladys VeltKamp, Township Clerk c/o Grant Township – 1617 E 120th St. – Grant MI 49327. 231-834-8033

This notice is posted in compliance with the Open Meetings Public Act 267 of 1976, as amended, MCL 41.72 (2) and (3), and the Americans with Disabilities Act. Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the Grant Township Board by writing or calling the following: Gladys VeltKamp, Township Clerk, 1617 E 120th St. Grant MI 49327 – 231-834-8033.

 

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PUBLIC NOTICE

In accordance with The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 and with The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act of 1997, the Fremont Public Schools Special Education Department is in the process of condensing their files. All special education files pertaining to students whose birth dates are 2000 and received special education services prior to 2019 and are no longer enrolled at Fremont Public Schools are scheduled to be destroyed. If you would like to retain your records, please contact Wendy Ingersoll at 231-924-2350 by August 1, 2023.

 

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TOWNSHIP OF DAYTON

NOTICE OF HEARING

Pursuant to the Township’s Policy and Fire Protection ACT MCL 41.80ET>SEQ

Please take notice that a Public Hearing

will be held before Dayton Township Board on the 13th day of July,2023 at 7:00pm at the Dayton Township Hall, 3215 South Stone Road, Fremont,Michigan to determine the amount of the levy and to direct the township supervisor to spread the assessment levy on taxable values of all lands and premises in the district that are to be epecially benefited by the fire

protection proposed will be .7190 mills based on taxable value of $78,791,049.00.

The hearing may be adjourned from time to time without further notice, Redetermination of cost may be necessary without change in the special

assessment district. Such redetermination may be made without further notice to record owners or parties of interest in the property.

Jean Stroven, Dayton Township Clerk

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CITY OF NEWAYGO

NEWAYGO COUNTY, MICHIGAN

NOTICE OF A PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER ESTABLISHMENT OF AN INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT PURSUANT TO ACT 198 OF THE

PUBLIC ACTS OF MICHIGAN OF 1974, AS AMENDED

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the City Council of the City of Newaygo has been requested by GM Wood Products of 531 Clay Street, Newaygo, MI 49337, to establish an Industrial Development District pursuant to Act 198 of the Public Acts of Michigan of 1974, as amended, on parcels of property described as follows:

LEGAL DESCRIPTION

579 S Industrial Dr – Parcel # 62-19-19-400-015

PT SE 1/4 SW 1/4 COM N00D28’17”E TO INT OF N/S 1/4 LINE AND N’LY R/W OF INDUSTRIAL DR (formerly Southpark Ave) FOR POB; TH S66D36’01”W 76.40 FT, TH N00D28’20”E 373.83 FT, TH N00D28’20”E 495.10 FT, TH S89D36’44”E 71 FT, TH S89D07’51”E 436.84 FT, TH S04D15’01”E 442.97 FT, TH S89D39’39”W, TH S45D36’01”W 575.10 FT TO POB, SEC 19 T12N R12W CITY OF NEWAYGO.

TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that the City Council will meet at the Newaygo City Hall at 28 State Road, Newaygo MI 49337 on Monday, August 14, 2023, at 7:00 p.m. local time for the purpose of hearing the owners of land to be included in the district and any other resident or taxpayer of the City regarding the establishment of the Industrial Development District.

Any party member may appear in person or by attorney at any hearing. It is respectfully requested that public comments and/or items to be a matter of record be submitted to the City in writing at the address above by 3:00 pm on the date of the hearing.

Kim Goodin, City Clerk

 

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PUBLIC NOTICE

COUNTY OF NEWAYGO

Library Board • District 5 Extension Council

Pere Marquette & White River Road Commission

The Newaygo County Board of Commissioners is accepting applications for one full-term position on the Newaygo County Library Board, which expires September 1, 2023. An appointment to this position will be made for a five-year term expiring September 1, 2028. Applications will also be accepted for one (1) partial term expiring September 1, 2027.

The Board of Commissioners will also accept applications for vacancies existing on the following:

District 5 Extension Council One (1) partial term

expiring 12/31/2023

Pere Marquette & White River One (1) partial term

Zoning Boards (alternate position) expiring 12/31/2024

Residents of Newaygo County may apply for appointment by submitting an application and resume to the Newaygo County Clerk’s Office by Monday, July 31, 2023, at 4:00 P.M. Applications are available at the County Clerk’s Office or on the website of the Newaygo County Clerk at https://www.newaygocountymi.gov/departments/county-clerk/board-committee-vacancies/.

Applicants for these positions are scheduled to be interviewed during the Board of Commissioners’ Meeting on Wednesday, August 9, 2023, at 9:30 A.M. Appointments will be made during the Board of Commissioners’ meeting on Wednesday, August 23, 2023, at 9:30 A.M.

 

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MERRILL TOWNSHIP

TREE REMOVAL BIDS

Merrill Township is accepting bids for the removal of approximately 10 trees varying in size from our Township Cemetery located on Centerline Rd south of Hayes Rd. Interested Individual(s) or companies will need to be licensed and Insured. Tactfulness and diligence will need to be the pinnacle points due to plot and headstone care. If Interested please send your bid to:

Merrill Township Supervisor

1585 W 11 mile Rd

Bitely, Mi. 49309

or email:

supervisor@merrilltownship.com

Bids will need to be in by no later than 08-01-2023 at 5pm

 

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LINCOLN TOWNSHIP

PLANNING COMMISSION

WORKSHOP

PUBLIC HEARING

Date of Meeting:

July 27, 2023 at 7 PM

Place of Meeting: Township Hall

1988 N Wisner, White Cloud

Purpose:

1. Planning Commission Workshop

The Planning Commission Commissioners will be reviewing the 2021 surveys and applying the results to the zoning ordinance in regards to side yard setbacks, rear yard setbacks, buildable lot sizes in Low Density Residential Areas, minimum square footage for residential dwellings, and accessory buildings on vacant lots. This is a workshop only, not a public hearing, but will be open to the public.

 

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PUBLIC NOTICE

In accordance with The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 and with The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act of 1997, the Fremont Public Schools Special Education Department is in the process of condensing their files. All special education files pertaining to students whose birth dates are 2000 and received special education services prior to 2019 and are no longer enrolled at Fremont Public Schools are scheduled to be destroyed. If you would like to retain your records, please contact Wendy Ingersoll at 231-924-2350 by August 1, 2023.

 

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NOTICE TO

CITY OF FREMONT RESIDENTS

OF JULY BOARD OF REVIEW

The City of Fremont will be holding a July Board of Review on Tuesday, July 18, 2023, at 1:00 PM in the Municipal Offices. This Review is to correct qualified errors and to consider appeals related to Taxable Value uncapping, the Qualified Start-up Business Exemption, the Disabled Veteran’s Exemption and Poverty Exemptions.

Seth Lattimore, Fremont City Assessor

 

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BRIDGETON TOWNSHIP

ORDINANCE

ENFORCEMENT OFFICER

Bridgeton Township is seeking an Ordinance Enforcement Officer. This is a part-time position with no benefits or vacation time. Responsibilities include: Become familiar with the township ordinances, investigate complaints made to the Township concerning violations of township ordinances, contact property owners who are believed to be in violation of the ordinances to work towards obtaining compliance, issue civil infraction citations for violations of the ordinances (when necessary), work under the Township Supervisor, Zoning Administrator and cooperatively with other Township office staff in handling ordinance enforcement matters, submit monthly progress reports to the Township Board. Preferred experience in law enforcement. Send letters of interest to Bridgeton Township Hall: Attention Supervisor Barnhard. 11830 Warner Ave. Grant, MI 49327. Deadline for submission is July 19th, 2023.

 

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PUBLIC NOTICE OF HERBICIDE APPLICATION

The Daltons Inc., its main office at 8857 N. Syracuse-Webster Rd., Syracuse, IN 46567, has been contracted by Newaygo Co Road Commission to perform custom chemical vegetation control maintenance services at designated roadside locations throughout the county.

In doing so, they will be broadcast applying the following EPA-registered materials: Dow AgriSciences Element 3A (Triclopyr) and Alligare Imazapyr 4SL or BASF Arsenal 4AC (Isopropylamine salt of Imazapyr).

Do not enter or allow entry into treated areas until sprays have dried.

This application will be completed by certified applicators employed by The Daltons Inc., during the months of August and/or September.

Additional information may be requested by contacting Lex Dalton or Brad Bolinger at 574-267-7511.

 

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RESOLUTION TO PROCEED WITH

IMPROVEMENTS TO HESS LAKE

At a regular meeting of the Hess Lake Improvement Board held on July 11, 2023, at 6 p.m., at the Brooks Township Hall located on 490 Quarterline Road Newaygo, Michigan 49337.

PRESENT: Bart Calvi, Grant Bryan, Mark Slocum, Ken

DeLaat, and Dale Twing.

ABSENT: None

The following resolution was offered by member Twing and seconded by member Slocum.

WHEREAS, a public hearing was held on the improvement program for Hess Lake; and

WHEREAS, it is the desire of the Hess Lake Improvement Board to proceed with implementation of a five-year improvement program (2024 to 2028) for Hess Lake consisting of nuisance aquatic plant control, plant control coordination and oversight, water quality monitoring, fisheries management, watershed improvements, information dissemination and education, administration, and contingencies with an annual budget of $80,500.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT:

1. The Lake Board hereby determines that the proposed improvements are practical and it confirms its intent to proceed with the improvements.

2. The Lake Board hereby approves the lake improvement program and the estimate of costs for the improvements.

3. This resolution shall be published in a newspaper of general circulation in Newaygo County. The project shall not, thereafter, be subject to attack except in an action brought in a court of competent jurisdiction within 30 days after publication.

4. That all Resolutions and parts of Resolutions insofar as they conflict with the provisions of this Resolution are hereby rescinded.

ADOPTED: AYES: All

NAYS: None

RESOLUTION DECLARED ADOPTED.

STATE OF MICHIGAN )

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COUNTY OF NEWAYGO )

I, Dale Twing, secretary of said Hess Lake Improvement Board, do hereby certify that this is a true and correct copy of a resolution adopted by the lake board at a meeting held on the 11th day of July 2023.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand, this 11th day of July 2023.

Dale Twing, Secretary

Hess Lake Improvement Board

 

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NOTICE OF CONFIRMATION OF SPECIAL ASSESSMENT ROLL

FOR IMPROVEMENTS

TO HESS LAKE

TAKE NOTICE that the Hess Lake Improvement Board has confirmed a Special Assessment Roll for improvements to Hess Lake. The Special Assessment Roll in the amount of $402,500 has been prepared for the purpose of assessing the cost of nuisance aquatic plant control, plant control coordination and oversight, water quality monitoring, fisheries management, watershed improvements, information dissemination and education, administration, and contingencies over a five year period (2024 to 2028). The project will have an annual budget of $80,500.

Said Special Assessment Roll and all assessments thereon are final and conclusive unless attacked in a court of competent jurisdiction within 30 days of this notice.

This notice is being published pursuant to Part 309 of the Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act, PA 451 of 1994, as amended.

Hess Lake Improvement Board

Newaygo County, Michigan

 

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LINCOLN TOWNSHIP

ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS PUBLIC HEARING

Date of Meeting: July 31, 2023

Time of Meeting: 7:00 PM

Place of Meeting: Township Hall

1988 N Wisner, White Cloud

Purpose of the Meeting:

1. Schindy’s of Diamond Lake has requested a Zoning Ordinance Variance Request regarding setbacks for their addition. The are requesting a variance for Zoning Ordinance Section 8.04 A.

 

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LINCOLN TOWNSHIP

PLANNING COMMISSION

PUBLIC HEARING

Date of Meeting:

August 3, 2023 at 7 PM

Place of Meeting: Township Hall

1988 N Wisner, White Cloud

Purpose:

1. Short Term Rental Ordinance Public Hearing

Public Hearing to review the Short-Term Rental Ordinance 23-01

 

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GRANT PUBLIC SCHOOLS

INTERNAL / EXTERNAL

Food Service

2 Positions Available

6 hours per day

Responsibilities Include:

• Applicant should be a highly motivated individual who possesses the necessary skills to perform the assigned duties.

• Able to work harmoniously with others.

• Possess self-motivation.

• Is punctual and regular in attendance.

• Possess leadership skills.

• Shows confidence in job duties.

• Must be organized and able to multi-task under severe time constraints.

Anyone interested in this position, please send a letter of interest, and resume or application by noon, July 24, 2023.

Grant Administration Office

C/o Kim Anderson,

Administrative Assistant

Grant Administration Office

148 S. Elder

Grant, MI 49327

 

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CITY OF GRANT

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP)

ASSESSING SERVICES

The City of Grant is accepting sealed proposals addressed to Grant City Manager, 280 S. Maple St. PO Box 435 Grant, MI 49327 until 12:00 p.m. (local time) on July 28, 2023. The City is requesting proposals from qualified contractors and firms to provide assessing services on a contractual basis.

We invite interested parties to view the entire RFP document and draft agreement online at www.cityofgrantmi.com. These documents are also available at the Grant City Offices, located at the above address. The City of Grant is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

 

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GARFIELD TOWNSHIP

PUBLIC HEARING

A public hearing for the planning commission has been scheduled for August 1, 2023 at 7:00 PM to beheld at Garfield Township Hall, located at 7190 Bingham Avenue, Newaygo MI.

The purpose of this meeting is a request from J5 Properties at 8763 S. Mason Drive, Newaygo MI 49337 to establish a plumbing and heating shop.

Citizens are welcome to attend this public meeting or to provide written comments. All written comments must be received at the township hall by noon of August 1, 2023. Any person who has

questions regarding the hearing or has special needs to attend should contact either the Township Supervisor or Clerk at 652-4251.

 

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TOWNSHIP OF ASHLAND

NEWAYGO COUNTY, MICHIGAN

NOTICE OF ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE

TO: THE RESIDENTS AND PROPERTY OWNERS OF THE TOWNSHIP OF ASHLAND, NEWAYGO COUNTY, MICHIGAN, AND ANY OTHER INTERESTED PERSONS:

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the following is a summary of Ordinance No. 07-11-23 amending the Land Division Ordinance which was adopted by the Township Board of Ashland Township at its regular meeting of July 11, 2023. It is effective on July 20, 2023.

ORDINANCE NO. 07-11-23

AMENDMENT TO SECTION VII OF THE LAND DIVISION ORDINANCE

SECTION I. AMENDMENT. Subsection VII, C is amended to provide alternative length to width ratios depending on parcel size and other considerations.

SECTION II. SEVERABILITY. The various provisions of the ordinance are severable from each other.

SECTION III. REPEAL. Conflicting ordinance provisions are repealed.

SECTION IV. EFFECTIVE DATE. The Ordinance is effective on July 20, 2023.

PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that the full text of the Ordinance has been posted in the Office of the Ashland Township Clerk at the address set forth below; on the Ashland Township website at www.ashtwp.com and that a copy of the Ordinance may be purchased or inspected at the office of the Ashland Township Clerk during regular office hours or by appointment.

ASHLAND TOWNSHIP

Shelly Boerema

2019 W. 120th St. - PO Box 457, Grant, MI 49327

231-834-7535 • www.ashtwp.com

 

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PUBLIC NOTICE

COUNTY OF NEWAYGO

Library Board • District 5 Extension Council

Pere Marquette & White River Road Commission

The Newaygo County Board of Commissioners is accepting applications for one full-term position on the Newaygo County Library Board, which expires September 1, 2023. An appointment to this position will be made for a five-year term expiring September 1, 2028. Applications will also be accepted for one (1) partial term expiring September 1, 2027.

The Board of Commissioners will also accept applications for vacancies existing on the following:

District 5 Extension Council One (1) partial term

expiring 12/31/2023

Pere Marquette & White River One (1) partial term

Zoning Boards (alternate position) expiring 12/31/2024

Residents of Newaygo County may apply for appointment by submitting an application and resume to the Newaygo County Clerk’s Office by Monday, July 31, 2023, at 4:00 P.M. Applications are available at the County Clerk’s Office or on the website of the Newaygo County Clerk at https://www.newaygocountymi.gov/departments/county-clerk/board-committee-vacancies/.

Applicants for these positions are scheduled to be interviewed during the Board of Commissioners’ Meeting on Wednesday, August 9, 2023, at 9:30 A.M. Appointments will be made during the Board of Commissioners’ meeting on Wednesday, August 23, 2023, at 9:30 A.M.

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CITY OF NEWAYGO MINUTES SYNOPSIS

Regular Meeting of Newaygo City Council June 26, 2023

CALL TO ORDER

Mayor Fedell called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM. The meeting was held at City Hall located at 28 N. State Road, Newaygo, MI 49337.

Presiding officer: Mayor Fedell

Secretary: Clerk, Kim Goodin

Roll Call: Present: Black, Burns, DeVries, Engemann, Fedell, Walerczyk

Absent: Johnson

Motion by Burns, second by Walerczyk to excuse absent members. AIF/MC

Motion by Burns, second by Engemann to approve the agenda as presented. AIF/MC

CONSENT AGENDA

Motion by Black, second by Burns to approve the Consent Agenda which includes amending the council regular meeting minutes from 06/12/2023 and approval of accounts payable. Roll Call: Yeas: Black, Burns, DeVries, Engemann, Fedell, Walerczyk Absent: Johnson Nay: None CARRIED

BOARD BUSINESS

Motion by Fedell, second by Burns to approve request by Jennifer Braman, Illuminate Counseling & Wellness, for the use of Brooks Park for a Community Gathering-Pride Day Event on Wednesday, June 28, 2023 from 6:30 pm-9:00 pm and to have 2 food trucks for the event with the following conditions:

• No chalk art is allowed on City property including, but not limited to, sidewalks, buildings, or parking lots.

• No parades

• No drugs, alcohol, or nudity

• Signs/displays and food truck activity/vending are restricted to the time period of the event

• City must list all stipulations on permit and include copy of Ordinance Sections 42-156 to 42-158 when approved permit is emailed to applicant

Roll Call: Yeas: Black, Burns, Fedell, Walerczyk Absent: Johnson Nay: DeVries, Engemann CARRIED

Schneider went over the budget and proposed budget amendments in detail. He discussed some highlights, explained some revenue and expenditures and discussed a couple of fluctuations.

Motion by Burns, second by Engemann to approve Resolution 2023-24 to amend the City Budget for fiscal year 2022-2023. AIF/MC

Motion by Black, second by Burns to approve the elimination of Loading Zones/Expansion of Social District in the South Parking lot. AIF/MC

Motion by Walerczyk, second by Burns to adjourn the meeting at 7:58 PM. AIF/MC

 

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CITY OF NEWAYGO MINUTES SYNOPSIS

Regular Meeting of Newaygo City Council June 12, 2023

CALL TO ORDER

Mayor Fedell called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM. The meeting was held at City Hall located at 28 N. State Road, Newaygo, MI 49337.

Presiding officer: Mayor Fedell

Secretary: Clerk, Kim Goodin

Roll Call: Present: Black, Burns, DeVries, Engemann, Fedell, Johnson, Walerczyk

Absent: None

Motion by Black, second by Burns to approve the agenda as presented. AIF/MC

CONSENT AGENDA

Motion by Burns, second by Walerczyk to approve the Consent Agenda which includes the council regular meeting minutes from 05/08/2023 and approval of accounts payable. Roll Call: Yeas: Black, Burns, DeVries, Engemann, Fedell, Johnson, Walerczyk Absent: None Nay: None. CARRIED

BOARD BUSINESS

Motion by Burns, second by Walerczyk to approve Resolution 2023-23 to establish a request for funding, designate an agent, attest to the existence of funds and commit to implementing a maintenance program for asphalt resurfacing the portion of Croton Road in the City funded by the Transportation Economic Development Fund Category B Program. AIF/MC

Motion by Black, second by Burns to approve Love Inc. Community Walk on Sunday, October 1, 2023. AIF/MC Schneider stated that the information and map for the potential walk were included in packets.

Motion by Walerczyk, second by Burns to adjourn the meeting at 7:44 PM. AIF/MC

CITY OF NEWAYGO MINUTES SYNOPSIS

Regular Meeting of Newaygo City Council June 12, 2023

 

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NOTICE OF SPECIAL ELECTION

Baldwin Community Schools

AUGUST 8, 2023

TO THE QUALIFIED ELECTORS of NEWAYGO COUNTY, MICHIGAN, including THE SCHOOL DISTRICT of Baldwin Community Schools, NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that an Election will be held in NEWAYGO COUNTY, MICHIGAN, on TUESDAY, AUGUST 8, 2023.

FOR THE PURPOSE OF VOTING ON THE FOLLOWING PROPOSAL:

PROPOSALS

BALDWIN COMMUNITY SCHOOLS

BOND PROPOSAL: General obligation unlimited tax bond proposal for building and site purposes in the amount of not to exceed $39,200,000.

PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE THAT THE BONDS OF THE SCHOOL DISTRICT, IF APPROVED BY A MAJORITY VOTE OF THE ELECTORS AT THIS ELECTION, WILL BE GENERAL OBLIGATION UNLIMITED TAX BONDS PAYABLE FROM GENERAL AD VALOREM TAXES.

The full proposal language for the Baldwin Community Schools proposal can be obtained from the Lake County Clerk, Newaygo County Clerk or at the website of the Newaygo County Clerk at https://www.newaygocountymi.gov/departments/county-clerk/elections/

To comply with the Help America Vote Act (HAVA), voting instructions will be available in audio and in Braille. Arrangements for obtaining the instructions in an alternative format can be made by contacting the township or city clerk in advance of the election.

THE POLLS of said election will be open at 7:00 A.M. and will remain open until 8:00 P.M. of said day of election. All polling places in Newaygo County are handicap accessible.

LILLEY TOWNSHIP

MULTI-PURPOSE BLDG

10767 N Prospect Ave

Bitely MI 49309

Frances Nelson

Township Clerk

MERRILL TOWNSHIP

HALL

1585 W 11 Mile Rd

Bitely MI 49309

Tabatha Glezman

Township Clerk

JASON VANDERSTELT, NEWAYGO COUNTY CLERK

NEWAYGO COUNTY ELECTION COMMISSION

 

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PUBLIC NOTICE TO RESIDENTS OF

BALDWIN COMMUNITY SCHOOLS

The public accuracy test of the Optical Scan Voting System, in preparation for the August 8, 2023 Election for residents of Baldwin Community Schools, will be held at the following locations on:

MONDAY, JULY 31, 2023:

Merrill TOWNSHIP

4:00 PM Township Hall

1585 W 11 Mile Rd

Bitely MI 49309

Tabatha Glezman

Township Clerk

TUESDAY, AUG. 1, 2023:

LILLEY TOWNSHIP

11:00 AM

Multi-Purpose Building

10767 N Prospect Ave

Bitely MI 49309

Frances Nelson Township Clerk

JASON VANDERSTELT, NEWAYGO COUNTY CLERK

 

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PUBLIC NOTICE

ARX Wireless proposes the construction of a 250-ft (254-ft with appurtenances) AGL guyed communications tower to be located at 14345 N. Woodbridge Dr., east of a portion of Truman Dr., north of the unincorporated community of Lilley, in Newaygo County, MI (APN: 62-02-03-100-011). ARX Wireless seeks comments from all interested persons on any potential significant impact the proposed action could have on the quality of the human environment pursuant to 47 C.F.R. Section 1.1307, including potential impacts to historic or cultural resources that are listed or eligible for listing in the National Register of Historic Places. Please submit any written comments within 30 days of this notice’s first publication regarding the potential effects that the proposed tower may have on Historic Properties that are listed or eligible for inclusion on the National Register of Historic Places to: Tower Engineering Professionals, Inc. (Attn: Ryan Malek) 326 Tryon Road, Raleigh, NC 27603 Telephone: (919) 661-6351 Fax: (919) 661-6350

 

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ANNUAL PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE

Newaygo County Mental Health Board of Directors will hold an annual public hearing to consider input from consumers, advocates, community members, and stakeholders about how to improve local delivery of mental health and developmental disability services in Newaygo County.

The public hearing will be held on Thursday, August 10, 2023, 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. in the Board Room of Newaygo County Mental Health, 1049 Newell, White Cloud, MI 49349.

Testimony will be received during the hearing. Each participant is asked to keep his/her comments to no more than ten (10) minutes. Written comments will be received at the hearing and via mail through August 9, 2023.

Written testimony should be sent to Carol Mills, Executive Director, at Newaygo County Mental Health, 1049 Newell, P.O. Box 867, White Cloud, MI 49349.

Individuals requiring special accommodations to participate in the public hearing should contact Shannon Woodside by 4:30 p.m., August 4, 2023 at 231-689-7330, 1-800-968-7330, or slwoodside@newaygocmh.org.

This meeting is open to all members of the public under Michigan’s Open Meeting Act.

 

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Pickerel and Kimball Lake Improvement Board

Newaygo County, Michigan

PUBLIC HEARING FOR IMPROVEMENTS TO PICKEREL AND KIMBALL LAKES

TAKE NOTICE that the Pickerel and Kimball Lake Improvement Board will hold a public hearing on Monday, August 21, 2023 at 6 p.m., in the Newaygo County Board Of Commissioners Room located at 1087 E. Newell Street in White Cloud, Michigan to determine the practicability of a ten-year improvement project for Pickerel and Kimball Lakes. The lake improvement project would include nuisance aquatic plant control, a lake alum treatment, watershed management/nutrient abatement work, water quality monitoring, professional services, administration, and contingencies. The project would begin in 2024 and continue through 2033 with an annual budget of $160,000.

Should the Pickerel and Kimball Lake Improvement Board find the improvements outlined above practicable after hearing public input, a future public hearing to approve any special assessment amounts will be scheduled. The Pickerel and Kimball Lake Improvement Board will provide notice required under Michigan law (including mailing notice) for a second public hearing, if set by the Board.

This hearing is being held pursuant to Part 309 of Public Act No. 451 of 1994, as amended.

Pickerel and Kimball Lake Improvement Board

306 S. North Street, White Cloud, Michigan 49349

(231) 689-7213

 

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GRANT PUBLIC SCHOOLS

POSTING NOTICE INTERNAL / EXTERNAL

NEW POSITION - ACCOUNTING CLERK

The Accounting Clerk shall report to the Finance Director. This is a full-year position for 25 hours per week and is applicable to vacation and paid leave according to the administration office. Employed by a 3rd party staffing organization. Funded by ESSER 3.

QUALIFICATIONS

• An associate degree in accounting or related area.

• Experience in accounts payable/bookkeeping.

• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

• Experience with computerized accounting software.

• Skill in the operation of standard office machinery including personal computers, ten key adding machine, FAX machines, copy machines, etc.

• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Finance Director may find appropriate and acceptable.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare and process all vendor invoices for payment.

• Processing of bi-weekly accounts payable check run for all funds.

• Process conference registrations and related payments for all employees.

• Process all aspects of the purchase order procedures.

• Maintain bank records, including reconciliation for all funds.

• Prepare and post financial accounting entries.

• Process and reconciliation for all district credit cards.

• Cross train in the area of Payroll/Human Resources.

• Provide backup, when necessary, on telephone, filing, and reception duties.

• Other duties as deemed appropriate by the Finance Director.

Anyone interested in this position, please send letter of interest, and resume by noon on August 1, 2023, to:

Grant Public Schools Administration Office

Attn: Kim Anderson

148 S. Elder, Grant, MI 49327

 

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PUBLIC HEARING

NOTICE CITY OF FREMONT, MI

AMENDING CHAPTER 9.5, ARTICLE IV

“USE OF PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY BY TELECOMMUNICATION PROVIDERS” OF THE CITY CODE OF ORDINANCES

On August 7, 2023, at 7:00 PM, the Fremont City Council will hold a public hearing in the City Council Chambers of the Municipal Complex at 101 E. Main Street to receive public comment on a proposed Ordinance Amendment for renewal of a Uniform Video Service Local Franchise Agreement with Comcast of Muskegon.

The above Ordinance Amendment is available for review in the City Clerk’s office in the Fremont Municipal Building, 101 E. Main Street, Fremont, Michigan. The office is open Monday-Friday, from 8 AM -5 PM. This notice is given by order of the Fremont City Council.

Vicci TerVeer City Clerk

 

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EVERETT TOWNSHIP

NOTICE OF UPDATED ZONING ORDINANCE ADOPTION

A zoning ordinance effective July 26, 2023, regulating the development and use of land has been adopted by the Township Board of Everett Township, Newaygo County, Michigan. A copy of the ordinance may be purchased or inspected by contacting the Everett Township Clerk, 1516 E. 8th St, White Cloud, MI 49349.

 

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TOWNSHIP OF BRIDGETON

County of Newaygo, State of Michigan

Bridgeton Township Ordinance

No: 06-26-23-02

Adopted: 06-26-23 Effective: 07-26-23

Motor Vehicles, Junk, and Inoperable Vehicles Ordinance

An Ordinance to protect the health, safety and general welfare of the residents, property owners and people within Bridgeton Township, Newaygo County, Michigan and to protect property value within the Township and to enhance the scenic beauty of the Township and its neighborhoods and to provide an aesthetically pleasing and safer environment in which to live and work by regulating outdoor storage in the Township of Bridgeton and to provide for penalties for violation thereof.

Bridgeton Township does hereby find that the placement, storing and accumulation of motor vehicles, parts thereof and junk is a public nuisance; constitutes an attractive nuisance to children and endangers their safety; decreases property values due to their aesthetic nature; interferes with the scenic beauty of the Township; provides harborage for rodents and vermin; contaminates the soil and water by chemical and hydrocarbon drainage; promotes vandalism; creates or enhances fire hazards; and creates or enhances premature economic obsolescence of neighborhoods and other areas of the Township,

NOW THEREFORE, THE TOWNSHIP

OF BRIDGETON ORDAINS:

Section 1: Definitions

A. “Motor Vehicle’ means every device, whether self-propelled, drawn or towed by which any person, product or property is, or may be, transported.

B. “Inoperable Vehicle’ means any motor vehicle which cannot be started or legally or physically operated on public roads by virtue of lacking the equipment required by laws of the State of Michigan, which does not bear valid and current license, or which is not insured as required by law.

C. “Motor Vehicle Parts’ means any partss or accessories of vehicles no longer residing in said motor vehicles in a manner to lawfully allow usage on public roads.

D. “Junk” means any partially or completely dismantled motor vehicle, manufactured home, or used

personal property or part thereof including, but not limited to. construction materials, boxes, cartons, bottles, cans, pipe, rubber, rags, plastic, paper, glass, skids, pallets, ferrous or nonferrous metals, yard debris, used appliances, furniture, garbage, waste, offal, trash, refuse, rubbish, containers, tires, barrels, parts or components of anything manufactured, or any liquids other than water.

E. Period of noncompliance: The period of noncompliance begins with the first visit from an official from the Township of Bridgeton and shall be cumulative for a period of 3 years. The steps taken within the three-year time period shall be:

1. Visit from official to discuss noncompliance issues.

2. A second visit will be made: Official looking for significant improvement/compliance with ordinance. Officer can allow for more time if significant improvements has been made. If no significant improvement noted, an official letter will be sent to the resident outlining the steps that will be taken moving forward.

3. A third visit will be made to see if significant improvement/compliance with ordinance has been made. Officer can allow for more time if significant improvements has been made. If no significant improvement noted, municipal civil infractions will be implemented as follows:

Any person, firm, corporation or other entity who shall violate this Ordinance shall be guilty of a municipal civil infraction as follows:

1. $100 fine for first offense, plus compliance with Motor Vehicles, Junk and Inoperable Vehicles Ordinance.

2. $250 fine for second offense, plus compliance with Motor Vehicles, Junk and Inoperable Vehicles Ordinance.

3. $600 fine for third and each successive offense, plus compliance with Motor Vehicles, Junk, and Inoperable Vehicles Ordinance.

Each and every day such violation continues shall be deemed a separate and distinct violation and will be cumulative during the three-year period that began with the first visit to discuss complaint.

Section 2: Storage of Motor Vehicles, Inoperable Vehicles and Junk

A. No person, firm, corporation, or other entity shall accumulate, store, place or permit the accumulation, storage or placement of motor vehicle parts, junk or three (3) or more inoperable motor vehicles on any parcel of property in Bridgeton Township for more than 72 hours unless such motor vehicle parts, junk or inoperable vehicles are stored in an enclosed garage, a completely enclosed building or in a Township licensed junkyard.

Section 3: Prima Facie Evidence

A. The ownership, occupation or use of land by any person, firm, corporation or other entity upon which motor vehicle parts, junk or three (3) or more inoperable motor vehicles are accumulated, stored or placed shall be prima facie evidence that such person, form, corporation or other entity accumulated, stored or placed such motor vehicle parts, junk or inoperable vehicles upon such land or permitted such motor vehicle parts, junk or inoperable vehicles to be accumulated, stored or placed upon such land.

Section 4: Severability

The provisions of this Ordinance are declared to be severable, and if any section, clause, provision, sentence, or word is declared void or unenforceable by any court of competent jurisdiction for any reason, that finding shall not affect any other portion of the ordinance.

Section 5: Reimbursement

Additionally, the violator shall pay costs, which may include all direct or indirect expenses the Township has incurred in connection with the violation. A violator of this ordinance shall also be subject to such additional sanctions, remedies, and judicial orders as are authorized under Michigan Law.

Section 6: Amendment of Prior Ordinances

A. This Ordinance hereby repeals any previously adopted ordinances conflicting with this Ordinance in whole or in part.

Section 7: Adoption and Effective Date

A. This ordinance was adopted by the Township Board of Bridgeton at a Regular Meeting held on the 26th day of June 2023.

B. This Ordinance shall be effective thirty (30) days after its publication in a newspaper of general circulation.

Janis Barnhard

Bridgeton Township Supervisor

 

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NOTICE OF ORDINANCE ADOPTION

BRIDGETON TOWNSHIP

(New Cemetery Ordinance)

Notice is hereby given that at the regular meeting of the Township Board held on Monday, June 24th, 2023, a new cemetery ordinance (06-26-23-01) was adopted by the Township Board that replaces the existing (or prior) cemetery ordinance in its entirety. Below is a summary of the ordinance. A full copy of the cemetery ordinance can be viewed at Bridgeton Township Hall and on our website: bridgetontownship.org.

Section 1: Title

This Ordinance shall be known and cited as the “Bridgeton Township Cemetery Ordinance.”

Section 2: Definitions

A cemetery plot shall consist of one burial space sufficient to accommodate one deceased person. Exceptions may be made with Township permission to accommodate infant burial or burial of cremains.

Section 3: Disclaimer of Township Liability and Responsibility

Every person who enters, remains in and travels within a Township Cemetery does so at their own risk. The Township is not responsible for any injury or accident that may occur in the Township Cemetery. Bridgeton Township shall not be financially responsible for any damage to lots and structures, markers or objects thereon, or for flowers or articles removed from any lot or grave.

Section 4: Sale of Cemetery Plots

All sales and transfers of cemetery plots shall be made in person with the Township Clerk. Cemetery plots may be sold by the Township only to any resident or taxpayer of the Township. Plots are nontransferable excluding transfer to family members, may be sold back to the Township for the original purchase price, and the Township Board shall have the authority to place a limit on the number of cemetery plots sold to a particular person. The Township shall have the right to correct any errors involving any form of internment or disinterment. Cemetery plots or burial spaces sold after the effective date of this Ordinance and remaining vacant for forty (40) years or more from the date of their sale shall automatically revert to the Township.

Section 5: Fees

The Township Board shall have the authority to set fees pursuant to this Ordinance from time to time by resolution.

*Please contact Cemetery Sexton or Township Clerk for an updated pricing guide.

Section 6: Purchase Price for the Cemetery plots

The cost of each cemetery plot (including burial spaces for infants or cremains) for Bridgeton Township residents shall be set by the Township Board. Plots for non-residents shall be twice the cost of residents’ plots.

Section 7: Grave Opening Charges

The Township may charge a reasonable fee for the opening and closing of any cemetery plot, prior to and following a burial therein, and including the interment of ashes. No cemetery plot shall be open or closed except under the direction and control of the Township Sexton or such other individual as designated by the Township Board.

Section 8: Markers, Memorials, Monuments, and Associated Items

All markers and memorials must be of stone or other equally durable composition as determined in the sole discretion of the Sexton and shall face the same direction as the markers and memorials around them. Monuments shall not exceed a width of 16 inches, length of 48 inches, and a height of 48 inches. Should any monument or memorial items become noncompliant the Township reserves the right to remove the items. The maintenance, repair and upkeep of a cemetery memorial, marker, urn, or similar item is the responsibility of the heirs or family of the person buried at that location. The Township has no responsibility of liability regarding the repair, maintenance or upkeep. If items are in violation of the ordinance the Township reserves the right to remove them.

Section 9: Internment Regulations

The remains of one (1) body shall be buried in a single cemetery plot, excluding special circumstances. No more than three (3) cremated remains (cremains) may be buried in one single cemetery plot. The Township shall be given not less than 48 hours prior notice in advance of any funeral to allow for the opening of the cemetery plot. Cash payments for burials must be paid at the Clerk’s Department. The appropriate permit for the burial space involved, together with appropriate identification of the person to be buried therein, where necessary, shall be presented to the Sexton prior to internment. All graves shall be in an orderly and neat appearing manner within the confines of the burial space involved.

Section 10: Disinterment

No disinterment or digging up of an occupied grave shall occur until and unless any and all permits, licenses and written authorizations and fees required by law for such disinterment or digging up of an occupied grave have been obtained from any applicable state or county agency, governmental unit or official, and a copy of the information has been filed with the Township.

Section 11: Winter Burials

The Township may charge additional fees for winter burials. If a winter burial cannot occur due to inclement weather the deceased may be kept in winter storage until a later burial can occur. Winter burial requests must meet these requirements: 72-hour notice to allow time for snow removal and extra equipment/manpower to prepare the grave site. No winter burials shall occur without the prior consent of the Township Sexton and Township Clerk.

Winter burials may be delayed due to inclement weather or holidays.

Section 12: Cremains

Cremains may be buried in a container approved by the Township in a cemetery plot. No cremains shall be scattered or dispersed within a Township cemetery.

Section 13: Ground Maintenance

Non-breakable flowerpots, flower urns, shepherd’s hook with flower baskets may be placed and maintained within twelve (12) inches and directly in line with headstones of graves from April 12 until October 15 of each year. Veterans’ flags and holders are governed by the Veterans Administration rules and guidelines. Any requests for ground maintenance should be made directly to the Township Sexton or the Township Clerk. No maintenance or change of a cemetery plot shall be done by any individual except the Township Sexton or other person designated by the Township. Flowers may be planted in the ground within a specified vicinity of plots/headstones. During the implementation of the long-term improvement for the cemetery, the Township Board may approve various updates to the cemetery. The Township Sexton shall remove and dispose of any objects or items that do not fit the updated ordinances. No glass containers or bottles may be placed within the cemetery. Except for markers, memorials, flowers, and urns expressly allowed by the Ordinance, and veteran flags as authorized by law, no other item shall be installed or maintained within a Township cemetery, nor shall any grading, digging, mounding, or similar alteration or the ground or earth occur, except as authorized by the Ordinance or by the Township.

Section 14: Records

The Township Clerk shall maintain all records regarding the cemetery.

Section 15: Vaults

All burials shall be within a standard concrete vault (which meets all applicable laws) installed or constructed in each cemetery plot before internment. Vaults of other suitable materials may be allowed at the discretion of the Township. Cremains shall be in a container approved by the Township.

Section 16: Cemetery Hours

Bridgeton Township Cemetery shall be closed during the hours from 10pm until 6am.

Section 17: Conduct in Cemeteries

No person shall: Enter a cemetery except through an established gate, deposit rubbish or debris on cemetery grounds, except in provided receptacles, pick or mutilate any flowers, either wild or domestic, or disturb any tree, shrub or other plant materials, write upon or damage any monument, fence or structure, possess alcoholic beverages, disturb, sleep or protractedly lounge on the benches, grass, mounds or other areas or engage in loud, boisterous, threatening, abusive, insulting or indecent language or engage in any disorderly conduct or behavior tending to a breach of the public peace, permit any dog, horse or other domestic animal to enter or remain in the cemetery, unless such animal is contained within a vehicle, use any form of advertising on cemetery premises, purchase any ground or lots within the cemetery for the purposes of speculation thereon, discharge a firearm in or adjacent to any cemetery. This prohibition shall not apply to authorized volleys at burials or Memorial Day services, enter upon the cemetery premises between 10 p.m. to 6 a.m.

Section 18: Effective Date

This Ordinance shall take effect on 07/26/2023. All ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict herewith are hereby repealed

 

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Ashland Township, Newaygo County, Michigan

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

ON THE SPECIAL ASSESSMENT ROLL FOR LITTLE SAND LAKE SPECIAL ASSESSMENT DISTRICT 2023-2032

TO: The residents and property owners of the Township of Ashland, Newaygo County, Michigan, owners of land within the special assessment district and any other interested persons:

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the Township Assessing Officer has prepared and filed in the office of the Township Clerk for public examination a special assessment roll covering those properties within the Little Sand Lake Special Assessment District 2023-2032 which has been defined as:

“All lands with shoreline property on Little Sand Lake within the Township. “Shoreline property” for purposes of this district does not include backlot owners with shared access via easement/road end or otherwise”.

The roll has been prepared for the purposes of assessing the costs as shown on the plans and estimate of costs on file with the township clerk. Each parcel of benefitted property shall be assessed $496.00 per parcel for the initial year. In accordance with PA 188 of 1952, the Board intends to assess this amount each year against the benefitted parcels. The Board may furthermore reduce or raise the annual assessment in subsequent years, and may choose not to assess at all. The Board will provide notice of the annual assessment in subsequent years in accordance with PA 188 of 1952. For further information you are invited to examine the roll.

The Township Board will meet at the Ashland Township Hall at 2019 W. 120th Street, Grant, MI within the Township on August 8, 2023, commencing at 7:30 p.m. to review the special assessment roll, to consider any objections thereto, and to confirm the roll as submitted or revised or amended. The roll may be examined at the office of the Township Clerk at the Township Hall during regular business hours of regular business days until the time of the hearing and may be examined at the hearing.

An owner or party in interest, or his or her agent, may appear in person at the hearing to protest the special assessment in writing, or may file his or her appearance and protest by letter before the hearing, and in that event, personal appearance shall not be required. The owners or any person having in interest in the real property who protests in writing at or before the hearing may file a written appeal of the special assessment with the State Tax Tribunal within 30 days after the special assessment roll is confirmed.

After the public hearing, the Township Board may confirm the roll as submitted or as revised or amended; may provide for payment of special assessments with interest; and may provide by resolution for such other matters as are permitted by law with regard to special assessments pursuant to PA 188 of 1954, as amended.

If the special assessment roll is confirmed, the Township Board intends to hold a public hearing once each year for the next consecutive nine years to reassess property in the special assessment district for the costs in the next year, and will provide notice of such hearing by publication in the newspaper only, unless the amount to be specially assessed increases by more than 10% in any one year. If the amount to be specially assessed increases by any more than 10% in any one year, then mailed notice of the public hearing will be provided to owners of property to be specially assessed.

All interested persons are invited to be present at the hearing to submit comments. Ashland Township will provide necessary, reasonable auxiliary aids and services such as signers for the hearing impaired and audio tapes of printed material being considered at the meeting to individuals with disabilities at the meeting upon four (4) days notice to the Ashland Township Clerk. Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the Ashland Township Clerk, Shelly Boermea, at the address or telephone number listed below.

ASHLAND TOWNSHIP, Shelly Boerema, Clerk

2019 W. 120th St., Grant, MI 49327

231-834-7535 • clerk@ashtwp.comwww.ashtwp.com

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Legal and Public Notices ... published on August 23, 2023...

CITY OF WHITE CLOUD

ACCEPTING SEALED BIDS!

The City of White Cloud is accepting bids for the following used municipal police owned vehicle until 3:00pm on September 5th, 2023.

2015 CHEVROLET TAHOE C1500 (*1 owner/all maintenance records kept)

VIN # 1GNLC2ECXFR576984

Standard SUV Vehicle 2WD 

Mileage: 71,269

Commercial Sport Utility 4D 

Engine: V8, EcoTec3, FF, 5.3L

Min-bid: $15,500

*PHOTOS can be seen at www.cityofwhitecloud.org (Public Notices)

The truck may be seen at 12 N. Charles St. White Cloud, MI 49349. Please call Chief Dan Evans at 231-689-1194 for detailed questions regarding the vehicle.

Sealed bids can be dropped off at WC City Hall or mailed to PO Box 607, White Cloud, MI 49349. Bids will be opened on September 5th, 2023 at 4:00pm. 

*The City reserves the right to accept or reject any bid*

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BRIDGETON TOWNSHIP

ORDINANCE

ENFORCEMENT OFFICER 

Bridgeton Township is seeking an Ordinance Enforcement Officer. This is a part-time position with no benefits or vacation time. Responsibilities include: Become familiar with the township ordinances, investigate complaints made to the Township concerning violations of township ordinances, contact property owners who are believed to be in violation of the ordinances to work towards obtaining compliance, issue civil infraction citations for violations of the ordinances (when necessary), work under the Township Supervisor, Zoning Administrator and cooperatively with other Township office staff in handling ordinance enforcement matters, submit monthly progress reports to the Township Board. Preferred experience in law enforcement. Send letters of interest to Bridgeton Township Hall: Attention Supervisor Barnhard. 11830 Warner Ave. Grant, MI 49327. Deadline for submission is August 25th, 2023.

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

ZONING ORDINANCE TEXT AMENDMENTS

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT THE SHERMAN TOWNSHIP PLANNING COMMISSION WILL HOLD A PUBLIC HEARING AT THE SHERMAN TOWNSHIP HALL, 2168 S. WISNER AVE., FREMONT, MICHIGAN 49412 ON WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 13, 2023 AT 7:00 P.M. REGARDING A PROPOSED ZONING ORDINANCE TEXT AMENDMENT TO ARTICLE XVII, SPECIAL USES, SECTION 17.15-2 OF THE TOWNSHIP OF SHERMAN ZONING ORDINANCE TO CONSIDER CHANGING “A HOME BUSINESS OCCUPATION MAY ALSO BE CARRIED OUT IN A SEPARATE UN-ATTACHED STRUCTURE “OR A PART OF A SEPARATE UN-ATTACHED STRUCTURE”* NOT TO EXCEED TWENTY-FOUR HUNDRED (2400) SQUARE FEET.* ADDED JUNE 2017” TO “A HOME BUSINESS OCCUPATION MAY ALSO BE CARRIED OUT IN A SEPARATE UN-ATTACHED STRUCTURE “OR A PART OF A SEPARATE UN-ATTACHED STRUCTURE”* NOT TO EXCEED TWENTY-FOUR HUNDRED (2400) SQUARE FEET.* ADDED JUNE 2017, EXCEPT IN THE AGRICULTURAL DISTRICT WHERE AN UNATTACHED STRUCTURE UTILIZED FOR A HOME BUSINESS OCCUPATION MAY NOT EXCEED FOUR THOUSAND (4000) SQUARE FEET ON PARCELS FORTY (40) ACRES OR GREATER AND WITH A MINIMUM SETBACK OF TWO HUNDRED FIFTY (250) FEET FROM ANY PREEXISTING NEIGHBORING RESIDENCE.”; A PROPOSED ZONING ORDINANCE TEXT AMENDMENT TO ARTICLE XVII, SPECIAL USES, SECTION 17.15-3 OF THE TOWNSHIP OF SHERMAN ZONING ORDINANCE TO CONSIDER CHANGING “CREATES NO NUISANCE OR UNDUE HAZARD DUE TO HEAT, GLARE, NOISE, SMOKE, VIBRATION, NOXIOUS FUMES, ODORS, VAPORS, GASES, OR ANY OTHER DISTURBANCES AT ANY TIME RESULTING FROM SUCH OPERATION. IN THE CASE OF ELECTRICAL INTERFERENCE, NO EQUIPMENT OR PROCESS SHALL BE USED WHICH CREATES VISUAL OR AUDIBLE INTERFERENCE IN ANY RADIO OR TELEVISION OFF THE PREMISES, OR CAUSES FLUCTUATIONS IN LINE VOLTAGE OFF THE PREMISES.” TO “CREATES NO NUISANCE OR UNDUE HAZARD DUE TO HEAT, GLARE, NOISE, SMOKE, VIBRATION, NOXIOUS FUMES, ODORS, VAPORS, GASES, OR ANY OTHER DISTURBANCES AT ANY TIME RESULTING FROM SUCH OPERATION. IN THE AGRICULTURAL DISTRICT OPERATIONS SUCH AS METAL WORKS, SAWMILLS, CARPENTRY/CONSTRUCTION, FOOD PROCESSING, GROCERY/FARM/FEED STORES OR OTHER SIMILAR USES ARE PERMITTED AS A HOME BUSINESS OCCUPATION. OPERATIONS SUCH AS METAL WORKS, SAWMILLS OR OTHER SIMILAR USES ARE ONLY PERMITTED IN THE AGRICULTURAL DISTRICT ON PARCELS FORTY (40) ACRES OR GREATER AND WITH A MINIMUM SETBACK OF TWO HUNDRED FIFTY (250) FEET FROM ANY PREEXISTING NEIGHBORING RESIDENCE. IN THE CASE OF ELECTRICAL INTERFERENCE, NO EQUIPMENT OR PROCESS SHALL BE USED WHICH CREATES VISUAL OR AUDIBLE INTERFERENCE IN ANY RADIO OR TELEVISION OFF THE PREMISES, OR CAUSES FLUCTUATIONS IN LINE VOLTAGE OFF THE PREMISES.”; A PROPOSED ZONING ORDINANCE TEXT AMENDMENT TO ARTICLE XVII, SPECIAL USES, SECTION 17.15-6 OF THE TOWNSHIP OF SHERMAN ZONING ORDINANCE TO CONSIDER CHANGING “THE OUTDOOR STORAGE OF GOODS AND/OR MATERIALS OF ANY KIND IS PROHIBITED UNLESS SCREENED BY A TIGHTBOARD FENCS, LANDSCAPED BUFFER, LANDSCAPED BERM, ETC. FROM VIEW FROM NEIGHBORING PROPERTY AND ROAD RIGHT OF WAYS. IF REQUIRED, THE TYPE OF SCREENING SHELL BE DETERMINED AT THE DISCRETION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION.” TO “THE OUTDOOR STORAGE OF GOODS AND/OR MATERIALS OF ANY KIND IS PROHIBITED UNLESS SCREENED BY A TIGHTBOARD FENCE, LANDSCAPED BUFFER, LANDSCAPED BERM, ETC. FROM VIEW FROM NEIGHBORING PROPERTY AND ROAD RIGHT-OF-WAYS. ALL OUTDOOR STORAGE AREA IS LIMITED TO THE SQUARE FOOTAGE OF THE SEPARATE UN-ATTACHED STRUCTURE UTILIZED FOR THE HOME BUSINESS OCCUPATION. IF REQUIRED, THE TYPE OF SCREENING SHALL BE DETERMINED AT THE DISCRETION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION.”; AND, A PROPOSED ZONING ORDINANCE TEXT AMENDMENT TO ARTICLE XVII, SPECIAL USES, SECTION 17.15-7 OF THE TOWNSHIP OF SHERMAN ZONING ORDINANCE TO CONSIDER CHANGING “ACTIVITIES RELATING TO THE HOME BUSINESS OCCUPATION MUST BE CARRIED ON ONLY BY RESIDENTS OF THE DWELLING, PLUS NOT MORE THAN ONE NON-RESIDENT.” TO “ACTIVITIES RELATING TO THE HOME BUSINESS OCCUPATION MUST BE CARRIED ON ONLY BY RESIDENTS OF THE DWELLING, PLUS NOT MORE THAN TWO (2) NON-RESIDENTS.” WRITTEN COMMENTS CONCERNING THIS REQUEST MAY BE DIRECTED TO THE SHERMAN TOWNSHIP PLANNING COMMISSION PRIOR TO 2:00 P.M. ON MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 11, 2023.

A complete copy of the amendments may be examined at the Township of Sherman Township Hall, 2168 S. Wisner Ave., Fremont, Michigan 49412, prior to the public hearing, during the Township’s regular business hours. Written comments may be sent to the Planning Commission at the above address prior to the public hearing. Oral comments will be taken during the public hearing. This notice is published pursuant to the requirements of the Michigan Zoning Enabling Act, Public Act 110 of 2006, as amended. Jamie Kukal, Sherman Township Clerk

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS OF PRACTICABILITY AND ASSESSMENT DIAMOND LAKE IMPROVEMENT BOARD 

TAKE NOTICE that public hearings of the Diamond Lake Improvement Board will be held on Wednesday, September 13, 2023 at 6:00 PM at the Lincoln Township Hall, 1988 N. Wisner Ave, White Cloud, Michigan 49349. The purpose of these public hearings is to: (1) consider the practicability of a continued lake improvement project that consists of aquatic plant control on Diamond Lake as well as various other related activities also intended to improve the lake (“lake improvement project”); and (2) to consider an assessment roll for the proposed lake improvement project. More information and documents associated with the proposed lake improvement project such as an assessment roll/proposed assessments will be available at the public hearings or upon request to the Office of the Newaygo County Drain Commissioner at (231) 689-7213.

TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that pursuant to Part 309 of the Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act, the Diamond Lake Improvement Board will determine the practicability of continuing the lake improvement project and will review a corresponding special assessment roll for the project, hear any property owner objections to the lake improvement project and the proposed assessment roll, and make a determination of whether or not to confirm said assessment roll. The hearing may be adjourned from time-to-time without further notice. 

TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that appearance and protest at the assessment hearing is required to appeal your special assessment. Property owners and those concerned may attend the public hearings and offer comment. Any person or entity objecting to the assessment roll may attend the public hearings and/or file his or her objection in writing with the Diamond Lake Improvement Board. Any such person or entity can file an appearance and protest by letter addressed to the Diamond Lake Improvement Board at 306 S North Street, PO Box 885, White Cloud, MI 49349. Protest letters received by the Lake Improvement Board by no later than the assessment hearing shall be given the same effect as attendance and protest at the assessment hearing. The Diamond Lake Improvement Board shall maintain a record of parties who appear to protest at the hearings. If the hearings are terminated or adjourned before a party is provided the opportunity to be heard, a party whose appearance was recorded shall be considered to have protested the special assessment in person. 

TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that the owner or any person having an interest in property within the district and having protested such special assessment may file a written appeal of their special assessment with the Michigan Tax Tribunal or other court of competent jurisdiction within thirty (30) days after published notice of confirmation of the special assessment roll. Please review MCL 211.746 and MCL 324.30913 regarding appeals.

Proceedings conducted at these public hearings will be subject to the provisions of the Michigan Open Meetings Act and you are further notified that information regarding this meeting may be obtained from the Newaygo County Drain Commissioner’s Office at (231) 689-7213. Persons with disabilities or otherwise needing accommodations for effective participation in the meeting should contact the Drain Commissioner’s Office at (231) 689-7213 or through the Michigan Relay Center at 7-1-1 (TDD) at least 24 hours in advance of the meeting to request mobility, visual, hearing, or other assistance. Minutes of the meeting will be on file in the Newaygo County Drain Commissioner’s Office.

Diamond Lake Improvement Board - Tel: (231) 689-7213

306 S North Street, PO Box 885, White Cloud, MI 49349

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS OF PRACTICABILITY AND ASSESSMENT 

BROOKS LAKE IMPROVEMENT BOARD 

TAKE NOTICE that public hearings of the Brooks Lake Improvement Board will be held on Tuesday, September 19, 2023 at 6:00 PM in the Newaygo County Board of Commissioner’s Room, 1087 E Newell St, White Cloud, MI 49349. The purpose of these public hearings is to: (1) consider the practicability of a continued lake improvement project that consists of aquatic plant control on Brooks Lake as well as various other related activities also intended to improve the lake (“lake improvement project”); and (2) to consider an assessment roll for the proposed lake improvement project. More information and documents associated with the proposed lake improvement project such as an assessment roll/proposed assessments will be available at the public hearings or upon request to the Office of the Newaygo County Drain Commissioner at (231) 689-7213.

TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that pursuant to Part 309 of the Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act, the Brooks Lake Improvement Board will determine the practicability of continuing the lake improvement project and will review a corresponding special assessment roll for the project, hear any property owner objections to the lake improvement project and the proposed assessment roll, and make a determination of whether or not to confirm said assessment roll. The hearing may be adjourned from time-to-time without further notice. 

TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that appearance and protest at the assessment hearing is required to appeal your special assessment. Property owners and those concerned may attend the public hearings and offer comment. Any person or entity objecting to the assessment roll may attend the public hearings and/or file his or her objection in writing with the Brooks Lake Improvement Board. Any such person or entity can file an appearance and protest by letter addressed to the Brooks Lake Improvement Board at 306 S North Street, PO Box 885, White Cloud, MI 49349. Protest letters received by the Lake Improvement Board by no later than the assessment hearing shall be given the same effect as attendance and protest at the assessment hearing. The Brooks Lake Improvement Board shall maintain a record of parties who appear to protest at the hearings. If the hearings are terminated or adjourned before a party is provided the opportunity to be heard, a party whose appearance was recorded shall be considered to have protested the special assessment in person. 

TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that the owner or any person having an interest in property within the district and having protested such special assessment may file a written appeal of their special assessment with the Michigan Tax Tribunal or other court of competent jurisdiction within thirty (30) days after published notice of confirmation of the special assessment roll. Please review MCL 211.746 and MCL 324.30913 regarding appeals.

Proceedings conducted at these public hearings will be subject to the provisions of the Michigan Open Meetings Act and you are further notified that information regarding this meeting may be obtained from the Newaygo County Drain Commissioner’s Office at (231) 689-7213. Persons with disabilities or otherwise needing accommodations for effective participation in the meeting should contact the Drain Commissioner’s Office at (231) 689-7213 or through the Michigan Relay Center at 7-1-1 (TDD) at least 24 hours in advance of the meeting to request mobility, visual, hearing, or other assistance. Minutes of the meeting will be on file in the Newaygo County Drain Commissioner’s Office.

Brooks Lake Improvement Board - Tel: (231) 689-7213

306 S North Street, PO Box 885, White Cloud, MI 49349

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Legal and Public Notices ... published on August 30, 2023...

NOTICE TO BIDDERS

The Board of County Road Commissioners of Newaygo County will receive sealed bids at their office at 935 East One Mile Road, White Cloud, MI 49349, until 8:00 a.m. on Wednesday, September 13, 2023, for the following:

• 22A Gravel, Supplied and Delivered to various locations within

Newaygo County

Specifications and bid forms may be obtained at the Road Commission offices during regular business hours or by visiting www.newaygoroads.org.

BOARD OF COUNTY ROAD COMMISSIONERS OF

NEWAYGO COUNTY

William Gonyon, Chairman

Douglas Harmon, Vice-Chairman

Lee Fetterley, Commissioner

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Notice of Discontinuance of Local Phone Service by MCImetro Access Transmission Service LLC

Pending jurisdictional approval where required, Small Business & Residential Local Phone services provided by Verizon subsidiary MCImetro Access Transmission Services LLC will be discontinued on or after December 31, 2023 throughout the state of Michigan. Verizon will waive any early termination charges associated with discontinued service. In connection with the discontinuance of Small Business and Residential Local Phone service, Verizon will also remove any adjacent items, including any bundled long distance service, from your account. We invite you to call us at 1-888-MCI-LOCAL (1-888-624-5622) to discuss alternative Verizon solutions, as available. You can also contact other providers to discuss their offerings.

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LEGAL NOTICE

PICKEREL AND KIMBALL LAKE IMPROVEMENT BOARD 

NEWAYGO COUNTY, MICHIGAN

HEARING OF ASSESSMENT

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that a special assessment roll has been prepared and is available for public examination during normal business hours at the office of the Newaygo County Drain Commissioner located at 306 S. North Street in White Cloud, Michigan. Said special assessment roll has been prepared for the purpose of assessing the cost of a ten-year improvement project for Pickerel and Kimball Lakes. The lake improvement project would include nuisance aquatic plant control, an alum treatment of Kimball Lake, watershed management/nutrient abatement work, professional services including water quality monitoring, project coordination, and administration. The project would begin in 2024 and continue through 2033, with an annual budget of $160,000.

NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that the Pickerel and Kimball Lake Improvement Board will meet on September 12, 2023, at 6:00 p.m., at the Newaygo County Board of Commissioners Meeting Room located at 1087 E. Newell Street in White Cloud, Michigan for the purpose of reviewing said special assessment roll and for hearing any objections thereto. An owner of or party with interest in real property to be assessed or his/her agent may appear in person to object to the special assessment or may protest such special assessment by letter filed with the Lake Board at or prior to the time of the hearing, in which case personal appearance is not required. Written objections may be filed with or mailed to the Pickerel and Kimball Lake Improvement Board c/o the Newaygo County Drain Commissioner, 306 S. North Street, PO Box 885, White Cloud, Michigan 49349. 

NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that the owner of or any party with interest in real property within the Pickerel and Kimball Lakes Special Assessment District who, having protested said special assessment either in person or in writing, may, within thirty (30) days after the confirmation of the special assessment roll has been published in a newspaper of general circulation, appeal such special assessment to the Michigan Tax Tribunal or other court of competent jurisdiction. 

Pickerel and Kimball Lake Improvement Board

306 S. North Street

White Cloud, Michigan 49349. 

231-689-7213

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Pickerel and Kimball Lake Improvement Board

RESOLUTION OF PRACTICABILITY FOR IMPROVEMENTS TO PICKEREL AND KIMBALL LAKES

At a duly noticed meeting of the Pickerel and Kimball Lake Improvement Board held on Monday, August 21, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. at the Meeting Room of the Newaygo County Board of Commissioners located at 1087 E. Newell Street in White Cloud, Michigan. 

PRESENT: Bill Alsover, Dale Twing, Mark Neymeiyer, Tom Madison, Ken DeLaat

ABSENT: None

The following resolution was offered by Twing and seconded by Madison.

WHEREAS, the Pickerel and Kimball Lake Improvement Board (“Board”) is a lake improvement board governed under Part 309 of the Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act, Act 451 of 1994, MCL 324.30901 et seq., (“Part 309”) and desires to continue implementation of a lake improvement project related to nuisance aquatic plant control that has been funded by property owner special assessments to benefit Pickerel and Kimball Lakes and its residents using an established special assessment district; and

WHEREAS, the Board received and reviewed a report attached as Exhibit A outlining a continuation of an ongoing lake improvement project (“the Project”) that includes, but is not limited to, nuisance aquatic plant control and associated activities such as water quality monitoring, a lake alum treatment, and watershed management/nutrient abatement work (“the Report”). The Report was prepared by the licensed professional engineering firm of Progressive AE; and

WHEREAS, under Part 309, the Board held a public hearing on August 21, 2023, at the Meeting Room of the Newaygo County Board of Commissioners to determine the practicability of the Project and to review the Report; and

WHEREAS, the Board duly noticed the meeting and hearing pursuant to Part 309 which requires two publications of the notice in a newspaper of general circulation in each local unit of government to be affected, the first of which must be published not less than 20 days prior to the hearing. It also provided additional notice by posting notice of the meeting. Moreover, in addition to lawfully required notice, the Board voluntarily mailed notice of the meeting and public hearing to property owners traditionally assessed for the Pickerel and Kimball Lakes Improvement Project; and

WHEREAS, after reviewing the Report and considering public comment offered during the public hearing, the Board desires to proceed with consideration of the Project under Part 309.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED AS FOLLOWS:

1. The Board hereby determines after reviewing the Report outlining the proposed Project, that such a project is practicable on Pickerel and Kimball Lakes. Accordingly, the Board determines to proceed with the proposed lake improvement project.

2. The Board approves the plans and estimated costs as presented in the Report.

3. The Board shall accept the special assessment district utilized for prior Part 309 Pickerel and Kimball Lakes improvement project assessments as the special assessment district for the Project subject to any necessary amendment ordered by the Board. 

4. The Board shall prepare a proposed assessment roll for the Project. 

5. The Board hereby orders the publication of this resolution in a newspaper of general circulation in all local units of government to be affected. 

6. When appropriate, the Board is authorized to coordinate a second required public hearing to consider an assessment roll for the Project including preparing all required notices, scheduling the hearing, and all other required tasks pursuant to Part 309. 

ADOPTED: YEAS: All 

NAYS: None 

ABSENT/ABSTAIN: None 

The Resolution was declared and adopted.

Pickerel and Kimball Lake Improvement Board

Bill Alsover, Chairperson

CERTIFICATION

I, the undersigned, the duly qualified and acting Secretary for the Pickerel and Kimball Lake Improvement Board Michigan do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true and complete copy of certain proceedings taken by the Pickerel and Kimball Lake Improvement Board at a meeting held on August 21, 2023.

Dale Twing, Secretary

EXHIBIT A 

Pickerel and Kimball Lakes Improvement Program

Proposed Annual Budget

2024 to 2033

Improvement Annual Cost

Nuisance Aquatic Plant Control $60,000

Lake Alum Treatment $65,000

Watershed Management/Nutrient Abatement Work $10,000

Professional Services (Monitoring, Coordination, Administration) $25,000

Total Annual Cost $160,000

Project Financing

The project would be financed through special assessment of properties within the Pickerel and Kimball Lakes Special Assessment District. The Special Assessment District includes all properties that abut the lakes and back lot properties with deeded or dedicated lake access. Assessments are apportioned based on benefit as follows: 

Waterfront Properties 1.0 unit

Back Lots with Access 0.50 units

Commercial Properties (e.g., campgrounds and rental facilities) 2.0 units.

To ensure that the costs of the project are equitably spread between the Kimball and Pickerel Lakes, plant control costs would be spread 25% to Kimball Lake and 75% to Pickerel Lake (as calculated based on actual costs over the past 5 years) and the cost of the alum treatment, watershed/nutrient abatement work, and professional services would be split evenly between the lakes. Under this scenario, approximate annual unit costs for the project breakdown as follows:

Kimball Lake Assessment: $607 per unit per year.

Pickerel Lake Assessment: $438 per unit per year.

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PUBLIC NOTICE 

The Grant Child and Adolescent Health Center (CAHC) Advisory Council will meet on September 13, 2023, from noon to 1 p.m. in the Grant CAHC, located in the Grant Middle School at 96. E. 120th St. in Grant. Please use the CAHC entrance on the west side of the middle school and ring the doorbell when you arrive. The public is invited, and lunch will be provided. Please call (231) 834-1350 to RSVP.

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CITY OF NEWAYGO MINUTES SYNOPSIS

Regular Meeting of Newaygo City Council July 10, 2023 

CALL TO ORDER

Mayor Fedell called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM. The meeting was held at City Hall located at 28 N. State Road, Newaygo, MI 49337.

Presiding officer: Mayor Fedell

Secretary: Clerk, Kim Goodin

Roll Call: Present: Black, DeVries, Engemann, Fedell, Johnson, Walerczyk 

Absent: Burns

Motion by Johnson, second by Walerczyk to excuse absent members. AIF/MC 

Motion by Black, second by Johnson to approve the agenda as presented. AIF/MC

CONSENT AGENDA

Motion by Black, second by Engemann to approve the Consent Agenda which includes approving the council regular meeting minutes from 06/26/2023 and approval of accounts payable. Roll Call: Yeas: Black, DeVries, Engemann, Fedell, Johnson, Walerczyk Absent: Burns Nay: None. CARRIED 

BOARD BUSINESS

Motion by Black, second by DeVries to approve Resolution 2023-25 which exercises the City’s right to exempt itself from the requirements of PA 152 of 2011 for coverage beginning 08/01/2023. AIF/MC 

Motion by Johnson, second by Walerczyk to approve Resolution 2023-26 amending the City of Newaygo’s retirement plans allowing in-service distributions at the normal retirement age and changing the normal retirement age to 59. . AIF/MC 

Motion by Engemann, second by Johnson to approve request by Wayne Kauffman for the use of Brooks Park to have a free BBQ open to the public on Sunday, August 20th from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm stating that any signs or displays are restricted to the time period of the event. AIF/MC

Motion by Black, second by Johnson to approve the members recommended on the MML Workers’ Compensation Fund to serve as trustee to the MML Workers’ Compensation Fund Board. AIF/MC

Motion by Walerczyk, second by Johnson to adjourn the meeting at 8:15 PM. AIF/MC

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Legal and Public Notices ... published on Sept. 6, 2023...
 

LEGAL NOTICE

PICKEREL AND KIMBALL LAKE IMPROVEMENT BOARD 

NEWAYGO COUNTY, MICHIGAN

HEARING OF ASSESSMENT

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that a special assessment roll has been prepared and is available for public examination during normal business hours at the office of the Newaygo County Drain Commissioner located at 306 S. North Street in White Cloud, Michigan. Said special assessment roll has been prepared for the purpose of assessing the cost of a ten-year improvement project for Pickerel and Kimball Lakes. The lake improvement project would include nuisance aquatic plant control, an alum treatment of Kimball Lake, watershed management/nutrient abatement work, professional services including water quality monitoring, project coordination, and administration. The project would begin in 2024 and continue through 2033, with an annual budget of $160,000.

NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that the Pickerel and Kimball Lake Improvement Board will meet on September 12, 2023, at 6:00 p.m., at the Newaygo County Board of Commissioners Meeting Room located at 1087 E. Newell Street in White Cloud, Michigan for the purpose of reviewing said special assessment roll and for hearing any objections thereto. An owner of or party with interest in real property to be assessed or his/her agent may appear in person to object to the special assessment or may protest such special assessment by letter filed with the Lake Board at or prior to the time of the hearing, in which case personal appearance is not required. Written objections may be filed with or mailed to the Pickerel and Kimball Lake Improvement Board c/o the Newaygo County Drain Commissioner, 306 S. North Street, PO Box 885, White Cloud, Michigan 49349. 

NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that the owner of or any party with interest in real property within the Pickerel and Kimball Lakes Special Assessment District who, having protested said special assessment either in person or in writing, may, within thirty (30) days after the confirmation of the special assessment roll has been published in a newspaper of general circulation, appeal such special assessment to the Michigan Tax Tribunal or other court of competent jurisdiction. 

Pickerel and Kimball Lake Improvement Board

306 S. North Street

White Cloud, Michigan 49349. 

231-689-7213

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS OF PRACTICABILITY AND ASSESSMENT DIAMOND LAKE IMPROVEMENT BOARD 

TAKE NOTICE that public hearings of the Diamond Lake Improvement Board will be held on Wednesday, September 13, 2023 at 6:00 PM at the Lincoln Township Hall, 1988 N. Wisner Ave, White Cloud, Michigan 49349. The purpose of these public hearings is to: (1) consider the practicability of a continued lake improvement project that consists of aquatic plant control on Diamond Lake as well as various other related activities also intended to improve the lake (“lake improvement project”); and (2) to consider an assessment roll for the proposed lake improvement project. More information and documents associated with the proposed lake improvement project such as an assessment roll/proposed assessments will be available at the public hearings or upon request to the Office of the Newaygo County Drain Commissioner at (231) 689-7213.

TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that pursuant to Part 309 of the Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act, the Diamond Lake Improvement Board will determine the practicability of continuing the lake improvement project and will review a corresponding special assessment roll for the project, hear any property owner objections to the lake improvement project and the proposed assessment roll, and make a determination of whether or not to confirm said assessment roll. The hearing may be adjourned from time-to-time without further notice. 

TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that appearance and protest at the assessment hearing is required to appeal your special assessment. Property owners and those concerned may attend the public hearings and offer comment. Any person or entity objecting to the assessment roll may attend the public hearings and/or file his or her objection in writing with the Diamond Lake Improvement Board. Any such person or entity can file an appearance and protest by letter addressed to the Diamond Lake Improvement Board at 306 S North Street, PO Box 885, White Cloud, MI 49349. Protest letters received by the Lake Improvement Board by no later than the assessment hearing shall be given the same effect as attendance and protest at the assessment hearing. The Diamond Lake Improvement Board shall maintain a record of parties who appear to protest at the hearings. If the hearings are terminated or adjourned before a party is provided the opportunity to be heard, a party whose appearance was recorded shall be considered to have protested the special assessment in person. 

TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that the owner or any person having an interest in property within the district and having protested such special assessment may file a written appeal of their special assessment with the Michigan Tax Tribunal or other court of competent jurisdiction within thirty (30) days after published notice of confirmation of the special assessment roll. Please review MCL 211.746 and MCL 324.30913 regarding appeals.

Proceedings conducted at these public hearings will be subject to the provisions of the Michigan Open Meetings Act and you are further notified that information regarding this meeting may be obtained from the Newaygo County Drain Commissioner’s Office at (231) 689-7213. Persons with disabilities or otherwise needing accommodations for effective participation in the meeting should contact the Drain Commissioner’s Office at (231) 689-7213 or through the Michigan Relay Center at 7-1-1 (TDD) at least 24 hours in advance of the meeting to request mobility, visual, hearing, or other assistance. Minutes of the meeting will be on file in the Newaygo County Drain Commissioner’s Office.

Diamond Lake Improvement Board - Tel: (231) 689-7213

306 S North Street, PO Box 885, White Cloud, MI 49349
 

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NOTICE OF BRUSH MOWING

MERRILL TOWNSHIP 

The Newaygo County Road Commission will be brush mowing within their 66’ right-of-way along various roads around Merrill Township beginning the week of September 4, 2023, and continuing until the project is completed (approx. 6 weeks.) We will try to avoid those areas where property owners cut their own brush back. Any questions concerning this project can be forwarded to the Road Commission by calling 231-689-6682.

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PUBLIC NOTICE

NEWAYGO COUNTY ROAD COMMISSION

In accordance with MCLA 141.411 – 141.415, a public hearing on the proposed Fiscal Year 2024 Budget for the Newaygo County Road Commission will be held at the Road Commission offices at 935 One Mile Road, White Cloud, Michigan, at 8:00 a.m. on September 27, 2023.

BOARD OF COUNTY ROAD COMMISSIONERS OF

NEWAYGO COUNTY

William Gonyon, Chairman

Douglas Harmon, Vice-Chairman

Lee Fetterley, Commissioner

Derek Wawsczyk, Manager

Kerry Hewitt, Clerk

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS OF PRACTICABILITY AND ASSESSMENT 

BROOKS LAKE IMPROVEMENT BOARD 

TAKE NOTICE that public hearings of the Brooks Lake Improvement Board will be held on Tuesday, September 19, 2023 at 6:00 PM in the Newaygo County Board of Commissioner’s Room, 1087 E Newell St, White Cloud, MI 49349. The purpose of these public hearings is to: (1) consider the practicability of a continued lake improvement project that consists of aquatic plant control on Brooks Lake as well as various other related activities also intended to improve the lake (“lake improvement project”); and (2) to consider an assessment roll for the proposed lake improvement project. More information and documents associated with the proposed lake improvement project such as an assessment roll/proposed assessments will be available at the public hearings or upon request to the Office of the Newaygo County Drain Commissioner at (231) 689-7213.

TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that pursuant to Part 309 of the Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act, the Brooks Lake Improvement Board will determine the practicability of continuing the lake improvement project and will review a corresponding special assessment roll for the project, hear any property owner objections to the lake improvement project and the proposed assessment roll, and make a determination of whether or not to confirm said assessment roll. The hearing may be adjourned from time-to-time without further notice. 

TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that appearance and protest at the assessment hearing is required to appeal your special assessment. Property owners and those concerned may attend the public hearings and offer comment. Any person or entity objecting to the assessment roll may attend the public hearings and/or file his or her objection in writing with the Brooks Lake Improvement Board. Any such person or entity can file an appearance and protest by letter addressed to the Brooks Lake Improvement Board at 306 S North Street, PO Box 885, White Cloud, MI 49349. Protest letters received by the Lake Improvement Board by no later than the assessment hearing shall be given the same effect as attendance and protest at the assessment hearing. The Brooks Lake Improvement Board shall maintain a record of parties who appear to protest at the hearings. If the hearings are terminated or adjourned before a party is provided the opportunity to be heard, a party whose appearance was recorded shall be considered to have protested the special assessment in person. 

TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that the owner or any person having an interest in property within the district and having protested such special assessment may file a written appeal of their special assessment with the Michigan Tax Tribunal or other court of competent jurisdiction within thirty (30) days after published notice of confirmation of the special assessment roll. Please review MCL 211.746 and MCL 324.30913 regarding appeals.

Proceedings conducted at these public hearings will be subject to the provisions of the Michigan Open Meetings Act and you are further notified that information regarding this meeting may be obtained from the Newaygo County Drain Commissioner’s Office at (231) 689-7213. Persons with disabilities or otherwise needing accommodations for effective participation in the meeting should contact the Drain Commissioner’s Office at (231) 689-7213 or through the Michigan Relay Center at 7-1-1 (TDD) at least 24 hours in advance of the meeting to request mobility, visual, hearing, or other assistance. Minutes of the meeting will be on file in the Newaygo County Drain Commissioner’s Office.

Brooks Lake Improvement Board - Tel: (231) 689-7213

306 S North Street, PO Box 885, White Cloud, MI 49349

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GRANT PUBLIC SCHOOLS

INTERNAL / EXTERNAL

Food Service - 6 hours per day

POSTED UNTIL FILLED

Responsibilities Include:

• Must be able to arrive by 7 am

• Clerical skills are a must, to back up the food service director. 

• Willing to move from building to building for multiple duties.

• The applicant should be a highly motivated individual who possesses the necessary skills to perform the assigned duties. • Able to work harmoniously with others. • Possess self-motivation.

• Is punctual and regular in attendance.

• Possess leadership skills. • Shows confidence in job duties. 

• Must be organized and able to multitask under severe constraints.

Anyone interested in this position, please send a letter of interest, and resume or application to:

Grant Administration Office

C/o Kim Anderson,

Administrative Assistant

Grant Administration Office

148 S. Elder

Grant, MI 49327

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GARFIELD TOWNSHIP

PUBLIC HEARING

Notice of a Zoning Board of Appeals meeting to be held at Garfield Township Hall, 7190 Bingham Ave, Newaygo, MI 49337 on September 21, 2023 at 7:00pm

The purpose of this meeting is a request for a side yard setback at 448 W. Pickerel Lake Dr, Newaygo MI 49337

Citizens are welcome to attend this public meeting or to provide written comments. All written comments must be received at the township hall by noon of September 21, 2023. Any person who has questions regarding the hearing or has special needs to attend should contact either the Township Supervisor or Clerk at 652-4251.

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

ON PROPOSED FY 2024

COMMUNITY SERVICE BLOCK GRANT

FiveCAP, Inc. is holding a public hearing on the Fiscal Year 2024 CSBG Plan as required by the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services. A public hearing is scheduled to receive comments from interested parties. 

Date: Friday, September 15, 2023

Time: 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. (by appointment) 

Location: FiveCAP, Inc., 302 N. Main Street - Scottville, MI 

The plan summary is as follows:

A total of $320,481 in CSBG funds is planned to be utilized in Lake, Manistee, Mason, and Newaygo counties for the general purpose of providing anti-poverty programs and services for low-income, senior citizens, and disabled residents.

For persons or organizations wanting to comment on or review the proposed plan, please contact Mary L. Trucks, Executive Director, at (231) 757-3785 by 12:00 p.m. on Friday, September 15, 2023. 

Materials for the meeting are available in alternative formats by calling (231) 757-3785, or our TDD Relay Number 1-800-649-3777. Alternative formats in large print and audiotape can be provided if notification is given a week in advance. 

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PUBLIC NOTICE 

The Grant Child and Adolescent Health Center (CAHC) Advisory Council will meet on September 13, 2023, from noon to 1 p.m. in the Grant CAHC, located in the Grant Middle School at 96. E. 120th St. in Grant. Please use the CAHC entrance on the west side of the middle school and ring the doorbell when you arrive. The public is invited, and lunch will be provided. Please call (231) 834-1350 to RSVP.

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NEWAYGO AREA DISTRICT LIBRARY

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

ON PROPOSED BUDGET

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that on Tuesday, September 19th, 2023 at 5:30 p.m., at the Newaygo City Chamber Room, 44 N State Rd, Newaygo, MI 49337, the Library Board of the Newaygo Area District Library will hold a public hearing to consider the Library’s proposed budget for the period from January 1, 2024 to December 31, 2024.

The Board may not adopt its proposed budget until after the public hearing. A copy of the proposed budget is available for public inspection during normal business hours at the Library, 44 North State Road, Newaygo, Michigan. All interested parties will be given an opportunity to be heard at the public hearing regarding the proposed budget. 

The property tax millage rate proposed to be levied to support the proposed budget will be a subject of this hearing. 

This notice is given by order of the Newaygo Area District Library Board. 

NEWAYGO AREA DISTRICT LIBRARY BOARD

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CITY OF WHITE CLOUD 

NEWAYGO COUNTY, MICHIGAN

PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE

Please take notice that the White Cloud City Council will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, October 3, 2023, at 6:00 pm, at the City of White Cloud Office located at 12 N. Charles Street, White Cloud, MI 49349.

Th public hearing will be held by the City Council of the City of White Cloud to consider Ordinance No. 2023-03; An ordinance to amend and restate previously adopted Code of Ordinance Chapter 31 Fire Protection and Merger Agreement, Sections 31.10, Continuation of Joint Fire Administrative Board, 31.11, Purpose and Intent, 31.12 Membership, 31.13 Term of Office of Members, 31.109 Voting by Fire Board Members, 31.21 Freedom of Information Act, 31.24 Fire District Finances, 31.25 Areas to Be Served, 31.28 Use of Funds, 31.29 Existing Mutual Aid Agreements, 31.32 Custody of Funds, 31.30 Term of Fire Protection and Merger Agreement, 31.38 Prior Agreements, Boards, and Ordinances, 31.42 Disputes and Arbitration.

A copy of the Ordinance is available for public inspection at the office of the City Clerk, located at 12 N. Charles Street, White Cloud, MI 49349 during normal business hours. 

At the public hearing, all interested persons will be able to provide public comment. Written comments can also be submitted to PO Box 607, White Cloud, Mi 49349 or via email to: clerk@cityofwhitecloud.org by 3:00 pm on the day of the hearing.

Kelli Arnold

White Cloud City Clerk

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CITY OF WHITE CLOUD 

ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS

PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE

Public Notice is hereby given that the City of White Cloud Zoning Board of Appeals is holding a meeting at the City of White Cloud Office located at 12 N. Charles Ave., White Cloud, MI, on September 28, 2023, at 9:00 a.m.; The purpose of this meeting is to act on an application by Robert and Dorothy Rosenberg, 160 S. Barton Street, White Cloud, MI for two non-use variances at 1161 and 1171 E. Newell Street (to the rear of Rosenberg’s Hardware), White Cloud, MI parcel numbers 62-15-05-177-016/017. These variances are to Chapter 3, Subsections 3.07 and 3.40 (A) regarding the minimum required frontage on a street and creating a land division which does not comply with the minimum area, width, frontage, and other minimum requirements of this ordinance. The applicant is applying to create a lot which will meet the minimum lot width on a 20-foot-wide public alley but not on a public street.

The City of White Cloud will provide necessary reasonable auxiliary aids and services to individuals with disabilities at the hearing upon five days advanced notice to the City Clerk at the address above or phone number (231)689-1194. Written comments may be submitted to the City of White Cloud, PO Box 607, White Cloud, MI 49349, or via e-mail to Clerk@cityofwhitecloud.org by 8:00 am on the date of the hearing, which shall become a part of the permanent record.

Kelli Arnold, Clerk, City of White Cloud

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WILCOX TOWNSHIP

TOWNSHIP HALL REMODEL BIDS 

Wilcox Township, 1795 N Evergreen, White Cloud, MI, is seeking bids for Township Hall roof replacement, with the specifications below. 

Bids due by 9/28/2023. Work to be completed within 30 days of start date. Include construction qualifications and 2 references with the bid. 

The Township Board shall publicly open all bids submitted at the Township Board meeting on 9/28/2023 at 7:00 PM at the Wilcox Township Hall. All bidders shall be notified of the contract decision in a timely manner.

Send sealed bids to Wilcox Township, PO Box 728, White Cloud, MI 49349 or deposit in the Township Hall drop box on the front porch. Indicate on the envelope that it is SEALED BID FOR TOWNSHIP REMODEL. Direct questions to Paul at paul1schroeder@gmail.com or 231/689-2073.

The Wilcox Township Board reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids, to waive informalities or errors in the bidding process, and to accept any bid deemed to be in the best interest of the Township, including bids that are not for the lowest amount. 

Liability insurance and appropriate licensing as required by law. Terms: 50% on acceptance, balance on satisfactory completion. This project must follow federal funding guidelines (prevailing wage). Bid specifications:

1) Remove chimney to below floor

2) Remove bulkhead above desk & shorten wall around chimney to make closet 8’ long

3) Repair floor and ceiling, maple not required

4) Change windows configuration on west wall (1 window toward center of each wall)

5) Install Ceiling grid where chimney and bulkhead were removed.

6) Install 30” tall wall cabinets along north wall(approx. 12’).

7) Install new fire door on NE closet (left swing).

8) R-49 insulation above original ceiling.

9) Move south wall in hallway 18” south to achieve 5’ wide hallway

10) Install pay window in Treasurer’s office.

Bid must include all materials except pay window and all labor

Teressa Hamilton, Wilcox Township Clerk

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CITY OF WHITE CLOUD

ACCEPTING SEALED BIDS!

The City of White Cloud is accepting bids for the following used municipal police owned vehicle until 3:00pm on September 26th, 2023.

2015 CHEVROLET TAHOE C1500 (*1 owner/all maintenance records kept)

VIN # 1GNLC2ECXFR576984

Mileage: 71,269

Min-bid: $12,500

*PHOTOS and additional information can be seen at www.cityofwhitecloud.org (Public Notices)

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LILLEY TOWNSHIP

PLANNING COMMISSION PUBLIC HEARING

The Lilley Township Planning Commission, in accordance with the Lilley Township Zoning Ordinance and statutes of the State of Michigan, will hold a public hearing on Thursday September 28, 2023, at 7:30 in the Lilley Township Multi-Purpose Building at 10767 N. Prospect St. Bitely, Michigan 49309. 

Open discussion on the following application from ARX Wireless Infrastructure, LLC and Cellco Partnership, dba Verizon Wireless for a proposed Wireless Communications Facilities and Antenna Support Structure, property located at 14345 N Woodbridge Dr, Bitely, MI 49309. 

250’ Guyed Tower (w/ 4’-0” lightening rod) 

Compound: 60’ x 60’ Compound with 6’ Tall Chain Link Fence Surrounding Compound and (3) 25’ x 15’ x 6’ Fenced Enclosures for Guy Anchors 

Equipment: Verizon Equipment installed at 250’ on tower and within 60’ x 60’ Compound.

Public attendance is invited, but not mandatory.

This notice is posted in compliance with PA 267 of 1976 as amended (Open Meetings Act), MCL 42.8, MCL 41.72A(2)(3) AND THE Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Note: Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact Fran Nelson, Lilley Township Clerk. It is respectfully requested that public comments and /or items to be a matter of public record be submitted to the Planning Commission at the address above or email lilleytownshipbitely@gmail.com.

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PUBLIC NOTICE - COUNTY OF NEWAYGO

DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES BOARD

DISTRICT 5 EXTENSION COUNCIL • PARKS COMMISSION

PERE MARQUETTE & WHITE RIVER ZONING BOARD

The Newaygo County Board of Commissioners will accept applications for one (1) position on the Department of Human Services Board which currently expires October 31, 2023. An appointment will be made for one (1) three-year term expiring October 31, 2026.

Citizens of Newaygo County may apply for appointment by submitting an application and resume to the Newaygo County Clerk’s Office by October 2, 2023, at 4:00 P.M. Interviews will be held at the Board of Commission Meeting on October 11, 2023, at 9:30 A.M. Appointments will be made at the Board of Commission Meeting on October 25, 2023, at 9:30 A.M. Applications are available at the Newaygo County Clerk’s Office and the Newaygo County website at https://www.newaygocountymi.gov/departments/county-clerk/board-committee-vacancies.

In addition, Applications will also be accepted for vacancies that exist on the District 5 Extension Council for One (1) partial term expiring December 31, 2023; Parks Commission for One (1) partial term expiring December 31, 2025; Pere Marquette & White River Zoning Board (alternate position) One (1) partial-term expiring December 31, 2024.

JASON VANDERSTELT, NEWAYGO COUNTY CLERK

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PUBLIC NOTICE

NEWAYGO COUNTY ROAD COMMISSION

In accordance with MCLA 141.411 – 141.415, a public hearing on the proposed Fiscal Year 2024 Budget for the Newaygo County Road Commission will be held at the Road Commission offices at 935 One Mile Road, White Cloud, Michigan, at 8:00 a.m. on September 27, 2023.

BOARD OF COUNTY ROAD COMMISSIONERS OF

NEWAYGO COUNTY

William Gonyon, Chairman

Douglas Harmon, Vice-Chairman

Lee Fetterley, Commissioner

Derek Wawsczyk, Manager

Kerry Hewitt, Clerk

 

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CITY OF WHITE CLOUD

ACCEPTING SEALED BIDS!

The City of White Cloud is accepting bids for the following used municipal police owned vehicle until 3:00pm on September 26th, 2023.

2015 CHEVROLET TAHOE C1500 (*1 owner/all maintenance records kept)

VIN # 1GNLC2ECXFR576984

Mileage: 71,269

Min-bid: $12,500

*PHOTOS and additional information can be seen at www.cityofwhitecloud.org (Public Notices)

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Pickerel and Kimball Lake Improvement Board

Notice of Confirmation of Special Assessment Roll For Improvements to Pickerel and Kimball Lakes

TAKE NOTICE that the Pickerel and Kimball Lake Improvement Board has confirmed a Special Assessment Roll for improvements to Pickerel and Kimball Lakes. The Special Assessment Roll in the amount of $1,600,000 has been prepared for the purpose of assessing the cost of nuisance aquatic plant control, a lake alum treatment, watershed management/nutrient abatement work, water quality monitoring, and administration over a ten-year period to begin in 2024 and continue through 2033. Said Special Assessment Roll and all assessments thereon are final and conclusive unless attacked in a court of competent jurisdiction within 30 days of this notice.

This notice is being published pursuant to Part 309 of the Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act, PA 451 of 1994, as amended.

Pickerel and Kimball Lake Improvement Board

306 S. North Street

White Cloud, Michigan 49349

231-689-7213

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DIAMOND LAKE IMPROVEMENT BOARD

RESOLUTION OF PRACTICABILITY FOR CONTINUED DIAMOND LAKE IMPROVEMENT PROJECT

NEWAYGO COUNTY, MICHIGAN

At a duly noticed meeting of the Diamond Lake Improvement Board, County of Newaygo, State of Michigan, held in said County on Wednesday, September 13, 2023, at 6:00 PM at the Lincoln Township Hall, located at 1988 N. Wisner Ave, White Cloud, Michigan 49349.

PRESENT: Robin Rodarmer, Randy Carson, Randall Vredevoogd, Dale Twing, and Charles Trapp

ABSENT: None

The following resolution was offered by Dale Twing and seconded by Charles Trapp.

WHEREAS, the Diamond Lake Improvement Board is a lake improvement board governed under Part 309 of the Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act, Act 451 of 1994, MCL 324.30901 et seq., (“Part 309”) and has continued to implement a lake improvement project on Diamond Lake (“Project”) for aquatic plant control and various other related activities intended to improve the lake; and

WHEREAS, the condition of Diamond Lake continues to be impacted by the growth of aquatic plants, among other things; and

WHEREAS, the Diamond Lake Improvement Board provided mailing and publication notice consistent with Part 309 to review the condition of the lake and to determine whether the continuation of the Project is practicable. It also provided additional notice of the hearing online and at the meeting location; and

WHEREAS, after reviewing the condition of the lake and proposed aquatic plant control and related Project activities outlined above and considering public comment offered during the public hearing, the Diamond Lake Improvement Board finds that continuation of the Project for aquatic plant control and the various other related activities intended to improve the lake is practicable under Part 309.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED AS FOLLOWS:

1. The Diamond Lake Improvement Board hereby determines after reviewing the condition of the lake and proposed aquatic plant control and related activities, that the continuation of the Project is practicable. MCL 324.30910. Accordingly, the Diamond Lake Improvement Board determines to proceed with the proposed continuation of the Project. MCL 324.30912.

2. The Diamond Lake Improvement Board approves the plans and estimated costs as presented, with the exception that it shall include any necessary additional ancillary costs associated with the Project, such as those associated with legal fees, publication costs, and mailing costs. Id. 

3. The Diamond Lake Improvement Board shall accept the special assessment district historically utilized for the Project with any needed updates to account for changed uses of property as the special assessment district for continuation of the Project subject to any necessary amendments ordered by the Diamond Lake Improvement Board. Id.

4. The Diamond Lake Improvement Board shall review a proposed special assessment roll for the Project above that complies with the requirements of Part 309 including Sections 30912 and Section 30913 at a subsequent public hearing.

5. The Diamond Lake Improvement Board hereby orders the publication of this resolution in the Times Indicator or other lawful newspaper under Part 309. MCL 324.30912.

ADOPTED: 

YEAS: Robin Rodarmer, Randy Carson, Randall Vredevoogd, Dale Twing, and Charles Trapp

NAYS:

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NOTICE OF CONFIRMATION OF SPECIAL ASSESSMENT ROLL

FOR DIAMOND LAKE IMPROVEMENT BOARD 

OF NEWAYGO COUNTY, MICHIGAN

Notice is hereby given that the Diamond Lake Improvement Board held a Public Hearing on September 13, 2023 and adopted and confirmed a special assessment roll for a Diamond Lake improvement project for aquatic plant control and various other related activities intended to improve the lake. The assessment roll generally continues imposing annual special assessments for the Project for an additional five years beginning in 2023.

This Notice of Confirmation is published pursuant to Part 309 of the Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act. MCL 324.30913. Please contact the Diamond Lake Improvement Board using the contact information below with any questions or requests for further information. All assessments on the assessment roll shall be final and conclusive unless attacked in a court of competent jurisdiction within 30 days after publication of this notice of confirmation. Id. 

Diamond Lake Improvement Board

Dale Twing, Newaygo County Drain Commissioner

306 S North Street

White Cloud, Michigan 49349

Phone: (231) 689-7213

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

COUNTY OF NEWAYGO 

The Newaygo County Board of Commissioners will hold a Public Hearing on the proposed County Budget for FY 2023-2024 on Wednesday, September 27, 2023 at 9:45 a.m. in the Commissioners Room of the County Administration Building located at 1087 Newell Street, White Cloud, Michigan 49349.

The property tax millage rate proposed to be levied to support the proposed budget will be a subject of this hearing.

A copy of the proposed 2023-2024 Budget is available for public inspection 

at the Newaygo County Clerk’s Office.

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PUBLIC NOTICE - COUNTY OF NEWAYGO

DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES BOARD

DISTRICT 5 EXTENSION COUNCIL • PARKS COMMISSION

PERE MARQUETTE & WHITE RIVER ZONING BOARD

The Newaygo County Board of Commissioners will accept applications for one (1) position on the Department of Human Services Board which currently expires October 31, 2023. An appointment will be made for one (1) three-year term expiring October 31, 2026.

Citizens of Newaygo County may apply for appointment by submitting an application and resume to the Newaygo County Clerk’s Office by October 2, 2023, at 4:00 P.M. Interviews will be held at the Board of Commission Meeting on October 11, 2023, at 9:30 A.M. Appointments will be made at the Board of Commission Meeting on October 25, 2023, at 9:30 A.M. Applications are available at the Newaygo County Clerk’s Office and the Newaygo County website at https://www.newaygocountymi.gov/departments/county-clerk/board-committee-vacancies.

In addition, Applications will also be accepted for vacancies that exist on the District 5 Extension Council for One (1) partial term expiring December 31, 2023; Parks Commission for One (1) partial term expiring December 31, 2025; Pere Marquette & White River Zoning Board (alternate position) One (1) partial-term expiring December 31, 2024.

JASON VANDERSTELT, NEWAYGO COUNTY CLERK

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LILLEY TOWNSHIP

NOTICE OF ORDINANCE ADOPTION 

SHORT-TERM RENTAL MORATORIUM

On Sept. 11, 2023, the Township Board for Lilley Township in Newaygo County, Michigan, adopted an ordinance to impose a temporary moratorium on the issuance of any permit, approval or license for the use of any property, building, cottage, cabin or dwelling as a short-term rental and also to prohibit utilizing any property, dwelling or house as a short-term rental or for short-term rental purposes within the Township during the moratorium (Ordinance No. 2023-5). During the four month moratorium, Lilley Township will not issue any Township permit, license, zoning approval, rezoning, variance, or similar approval for any STR. Also, during the moratorium term specified in this Ordinance, no Township official, employee, body, commission or agent shall issue or approve any permit, zoning approval, rezoning, license, variance or other approval for any STR. Furthermore, during the time that this moratorium is in effect, except for limited exceptions, no STR shall commence, occur or be present within the Township. During the time that this moratorium is in effect, except for limited exceptions, no house, dwelling, cottage, cabin property or building shall be used, advertised, promoted, rented or leased out, maintained or utilized as an STR. A full copy of the newly enacted moratorium ordinance can be reviewed, purchased, inspected or obtained at the Lilley Township Offices located at 10767 N. Prospect, Bitely, Michigan 49309 during normal business hours or by contacting the Lilley Township Clerk at (231) 345-6381. This newly enacted moratorium ordinance will become effective the day after this notice appears in the newspaper, as this is an emergency ordinance. 

Respectively submitted by,

Fran Nelson, Lilley Township Clerk

(231) 345-6381

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GRANT TOWNSHIP

NEWAYGO COUNTY, MICHIGAN

NOTICE OF POSTING OF ORDINANCE ADOPTION

The Grant Township Board adopted the following amendments to the Township Zoning Ordinances at its regular meeting held on Monday, September 11, 2023 at 7:00 PM. This Ordinance will take effect seven (7) days after adoption or seven (7) days after publication, whichever is later. 

1. Ordinance No. 2023-001 to amend the Township’s RR – Rural Residential and LR – Lake Residential Zoning Districts. Amendments were adopted to update the district dimensional requirements and the notes to the dimensional requirements. 

The adopted Ordinance is available for review at the office of the Township Clerk, 1617 E. 120th Street, Grant, Michigan, 49327 during normal office hours on Tuesday and Thursday 9:30 AM until 2:30 PM, or by calling 231-834-8033. The Ordinance is also available on the Township Web Site at www.granttownship.org

Gladys VeltKamp, Clerk

Grant Township 

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PUBLIC NOTICE

EVERETT TOWNSHIP

NEWAYGO COUNTY, MICHIGAN

PLANNING COMMISSION 

The Everett Township Planning Commission will conduct a public hearing at the regular meeting to be held on Monday, October 9, 2023 at 7:00 pm. The first subject of the hearing will be to receive public comment on changes to the Township Zoning Ordinance Articles 9, 10, and 18 dealing with commercial sawmills in the Commercial and Mixed Use zoning districts. The changes involve the addition of certain wording to allow commercial sawmills under specific conditions. 

The second subject of the public hearing will be to receive public comment on a proposed day care facility to serve a maximum of 60 children to be located at 2937 S. Walnut Ave, White Cloud, MI 49349 Parcel ID #62-15-20-450-008. 

The meeting will be held at the Everett Township Hall, 1516 E. 8th Street, White Cloud, Michigan 49349. The proposed changes are available to be viewed at the township hall by appointment (telephone: 231-689-1082). Written comments may be sent to the above address (Attn: Zoning) and will be accepted until the time of the meeting. 

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PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE -

SPECIAL LAND USE REQUEST

WILCOX TOWNSHIP PLANNING COMMISSION

Notice is hereby given that the Wilcox Township Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, June 13, 2023, at 7:00 PM, at the Wilcox Township Hall, located at 1795 N. Evergreen, White Cloud, Michigan. The public is provided the opportunity to attend and/or comment on:

The consideration of Special Land Use application submitted by Mike Rodriguez for a retail sales business on the parcel 62-11-20-401-001, 1970 N Evergreen Dr, White Cloud, MI 49349

For further information, please contact Laurel Sytsma, Planning Commission Secretary, by phone at 231-679-8127. All interested persons are hereby invited to attend the public hearing and provide comment, express concerns or offer support. In lieu of personal appearance, you may submit written comments regarding concerns or support, to the Township Clerk, P. O. Box 728, White Cloud MI, 49349-0728.

Teressa Hamilton, Clerk

Wilcox Township Board

 

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DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS

CITY OF WHITE CLOUD

The City of White Cloud is currently accepting applications for a full-time Equipment Operator II position in our Public Works Department. We are looking for an individual who can provide a variety of semi-skilled tasks in support of the operation and maintenance of City streets, water distribution system, and other city infrastructure. We are looking for an applicant that is self-motivated, hardworking and interested in working outdoors.

Requirements:

• High School diploma or GED equivalent

• Experience in performing manual labor tasks

• Knowledge of water systems, repair and construction standards

• Minimum two years’ experience in maintenance and repair of water systems is preferred

• Experience operating various types of construction and maintenance equipment

• Must possess a valid State of Michigan Class B Commercial Driver’s License or the ability to attain one within 6 months of hire.

• Possession of a State of Michigan S-3 or higher Water Distribution License is desirable (or ability to attain license within 1 year of hire date)

• Willingness to work outdoors in all types of weather and in adverse working conditions.

• Willing to be on call and respond to an emergency situation 24 hours a day/7 days a week within one hour of notification of an emergency

This is a full-time position that offers great retirement and insurance benefits. Please submit cover letter, resume, and references by mail to City of White Cloud, Attn: April Storms, City Manager, P.O. Box 607, White Cloud, MI 49349 or citymanager@cityofwhitecloud.org. Applications will be accepted until May 31, 2023.

 

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ATTENTION: EXCAVATING BID WANTED

The Sherman Township board is entertaining the possibility of resurfacing the Township Hall’s parking lot and drive and are inviting sealed bids for the project at 2168 S Wisner Ave, Fremont, MI. Please submit a bid for removal of asphalt lot and drive, regrading surface and resurfacing the area with either asphalt or concrete.

Any questions about project plans or specifics should be directed to Zoning Administrator, Chad Kukal at 231-924-7164 ext. 106.

Please send sealed bids to the Sherman Township Clerk by June 4, 2023.

Attn: Jamie Kukal (Sealed Bid)

Sherman Township Cemetery

2168 S Wisner

Fremont, MI 49412

 

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PUBLIC NOTICE

Newaygo County Veterans’ Affairs Committee

The Newaygo County Board of Commissioners will accept applications for two (2) terms on the Veterans’ Affairs Committee which expires June 30, 2023; appointments will be made for two (2) four-year terms expiring June 30, 2027. Veterans must be a resident of Newaygo County, have an honorable discharge and have been on active duty during World War II, the Korean Conflict, the Vietnam War, the Gulf War, the Afghanistan War, the Iraq 2003 War, or Peace Time era. All applicants for the Veterans’ Affairs Committee must submit an Application/Recommendation form completed by a Newaygo County Veterans’ Service Organization. A copy of your DD214 is also required. If you are a member of a veterans’ organization of Newaygo County, please contact your Post Commander for an Application/Recommendation form. If you are not a member of a veterans’ organization, you may contact the Newaygo County Clerk at (231) 689-7235 for an Application/Recommendation form or access the form on the Newaygo County website at https://www.newaygocountymi.gov/departments/county-clerk/board-committee-vacancies/. The deadline for filing an Application/Recommendation is Monday, June 5, 2023, at 4:00 P.M.

Interviews for the above appointment will be held at the Board of Commission Meeting on June 14, 2023, at 9:30 A.M. Appointments will be made at the Board of Commission Meeting on June 28, 2023, at 9:30 A.M.

Applications are also being accepted on an ongoing basis for vacancies that exist on the District 5 Extension Council (term expiring 12/31/2023) and the Pere Marquette & White River Zoning Boards (one alternate position expiring 12/31/2024).

JASON VANDERSTELT, NEWAYGO COUNTY CLERK

 

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LILLEY TOWNSHIP

NOTICE OF ORDINANCE ADOPTION

SHORT-TERM RENTAL MORATORIUM

On May 8, 2023, the Township Board for Lilley Township in Newaygo County, Michigan, adopted an ordinance to impose a temporary moratorium on the issuance of any permit, approval or license for the use of any property, building, cottage, cabin or dwelling as a short-term rental and also to prohibit utilizing any property, dwelling or house as a short-term rental or for short-term rental purposes within the Township during the moratorium (Ordinance No. 2023-4). During the four month moratorium, Lilley Township will not issue any Township permit, license, zoning approval, rezoning, variance, or similar approval for any STR. Also, during the moratorium term specified in this Ordinance, no Township official, employee, body, commission or agent shall issue or approve any permit, zoning approval, rezoning, license, variance or other approval for any STR. Furthermore, during the time that this moratorium is in effect, except for limited exceptions, no STR shall commence, occur or be present within the Township. During the time that this moratorium is in effect, except for limited exceptions, no house, dwelling, cottage, cabin property or building shall be used, advertised, promoted, rented or leased out, maintained or utilized as an STR. A full copy of the newly enacted moratorium ordinance can be reviewed, purchased, inspected or obtained at the Lilley Township Offices located at 10767 N. Prospect, Bitely, Michigan 49309 during normal business hours or by contacting the Lilley Township Clerk at (231) 345-6381. This newly enacted moratorium ordinance will become effective the day after this notice appears in the newspaper, as this is an emergency ordinance.

Respectively submitted by,

Fran Nelson, Lilley Township Clerk

(231) 345-6381

 

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PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE FREMONT COMMUNITY RECREATION

AUTHORITY, FREMONT, MI CALENDAR YEAR 2023

OPERATING BUDGET’S

2023 TAX MILLAGE RATE APPROVAL

On May 31, 2023 at 7:00 PM, the Fremont Community Recreation Authority (FCRA) Board will hold a public hearing at the Recreation Center, 201 East Maple Street to consider approval of FCRA’s 2023 Property Tax Millage, included in the 2023 Calendar Year Operating Budget.

The Board may not confirm the 2023 tax levy until after the public hearing. A copy of the proposed millage rate form (FCRA - 0.5 mills) is available for public inspection on the Rec Center’s website: https://fcra.recdesk.com/recdeskportal/

The property tax millage rate proposed to be levied to support the 2023 Operating Budget is the subject of this hearing. This notice is given by order of the Fremont Community Recreation Authority Board.

Bryan Kolk, FCRA Board Chair

 

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PUBLIC NOTICE

FREMONT CITY RESIDENTS

GRASS & WEED CONTROL

Notice is hereby given that the Weed Control Map for the City of Fremont for the 2023 season has been filed with the City Clerk. The growth of grass and weeds as defined by Section 16-16 of the Fremont City Code may not exceed nine (9) inches in height. It is the intention of the officers and employees of the City of Fremont to enforce this Ordinance in the areas indicated on the Weed Control Map. Copies of the Map and the Ordinance are available at the Fremont City Offices.

Vicci TerVeer, City Clerk

 

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

ON ESTABLISHING & ORDERING A SPECIAL ASSESSMENT FOR FREMONT LAKE

INVASIVE WEED CONTROL

CITY OF FREMONT, NEWAYGO COUNTY, MICHIGAN

Notice is hereby given that pursuant to a Resolution to be considered by the City Council of the City of Fremont, Michigan on June 5, 2023, a Resolution relative to consideration, for the establishing and ordering of a special assessment district to help cover costs associated with the control of invasive weeds in Fremont Lake and that the City Council will meet and be in session for the purpose of reviewing said special assessment and hearing objections thereto, in the City Council Room of the City Hall, 101 East Main Street between the hours of 7:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. on Monday, June 5, 2023 at which time and place any persons interested therein may present written or oral objections thereto.

Dated this 12th day of May 2023

Vicci L. TerVeer, City Clerk

 

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PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE

CITY OF FREMONT MI

PROPOSED FISCAL YEAR 2023/2024

OPERATING / CAPITAL BUDGET

On June 5, 2023 at 7:00 PM, the Fremont City Council will hold a public hearing in the City Council Chambers of the Municipal Complex at 101 E. Main Street to consider the proposed Fiscal Year 23/24 Operating/Capital Budgets for:

City of Fremont

Downtown Development Authority

Local Development Finance Authority

The City Council may not adopt the proposed 2023/2024 Budgets until after the public hearing. A copy of the proposed budget including the proposed property tax millage rates (City of Fremont 15.0 mills) are available for public inspection during normal business hours at the City Clerk’s Office, 101 East Main Street, Fremont, Michigan. The property tax millage rate proposed to be levied to support the proposed budget will be the subject of this hearing.

This notice is given by order of the Fremont City Council.

Vicci TerVeer, City Clerk

 

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Legal and Public Notices ... published on May 31, 2023...
 

NOTICE OF VACANCIES

The Newaygo County Regional Educational Service Agency in Fremont, Michigan is seeking applications for the following positions:

• AUTO PROGRAM PARAPROFESSIONAL. Candidates must have a high school diploma with additional skills/training in auto mechanics and at least two years of experience.

• HOUSEKEEPER/GROUNDSKEEPER (part-time, 2nd shift). Candidates must have a high school diploma and work experience in cleaning procedures.

• SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER AIDE. Candidates must have a high school diploma with additional skills/training in working with students.

• SUBSTITUTE CDAS. Candidates must have a high school diploma.

For more information, refer to the job postings section on the NC RESA website, www.ncresa.org. Applications will be accepted until positions are filled.

It is the policy of the Newaygo County RESA that no person shall, on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, height, weight, marital status or other trait or characteristic protected by federal or state employment discrimination statutes, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subject to discrimination during programs, activities, and employment.

 

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PUBLIC NOTICE

FREMONT CITY RESIDENTS

GRASS & WEED CONTROL

Notice is hereby given that the Weed Control Map for the City of Fremont for the 2023 season has been filed with the City Clerk. The growth of grass and weeds as defined by Section 16-16 of the Fremont City Code may not exceed nine (9) inches in height. It is the intention of the officers and employees of the City of Fremont to enforce this Ordinance in the areas indicated on the Weed Control Map. Copies of the Map and the Ordinance are available at the Fremont City Offices.

Vicci TerVeer, City Clerk

 

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PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE

CITY OF FREMONT MI

PROPOSED FISCAL YEAR 2023/2024

OPERATING / CAPITAL BUDGET

On June 5, 2023 at 7:00 PM, the Fremont City Council will hold a public hearing in the City Council Chambers of the Municipal Complex at 101 E. Main Street to consider the proposed Fiscal Year 23/24 Operating/Capital Budgets for:

City of Fremont

Downtown Development Authority

Local Development Finance Authority

The City Council may not adopt the proposed 2023/2024 Budgets until after the public hearing. A copy of the proposed budget including the proposed property tax millage rates (City of Fremont 15.0 mills) are available for public inspection during normal business hours at the City Clerk’s Office, 101 East Main Street, Fremont, Michigan. The property tax millage rate proposed to be levied to support the proposed budget will be the subject of this hearing.

This notice is given by order of the Fremont City Council.

Vicci TerVeer, City Clerk

 

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

BROOKS TOWNSHIP PLANNING COMMISSION

On Monday, June 19, 2023, beginning at 7:00 p.m., at the Brooks Township offices at 490 Quarterline Road, Newaygo, Michigan 49337, the Brooks Township Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a proposed new amendment to the Brooks Township Zoning Ordinance to add a new Article XIII-A regarding Commercial Planned Unit Developments (“CPUD”) to the Brooks Township Zoning Ordinance. More specifically, a summary of the new CPUD Article XIII-A is as follows:

Article XIII-A. Commercial Planned Unit Development (CPUD)

13.01A DESCRIPTION AND PURPOSE

This section discusses the purposes, intent and characteristics of a Commercial Planned Unit Development (“CPUD”) including the ability of the Township Board to vary area, height, bulk, setback, etc. requirements that would normally be applicable, lands that would quality for a CPUD and related matters.

13.02A OBJECTIVES AND QUALIFYING CONDITIONS

This section discusses the objectives to be met by a CPUD, qualifying conditions, lot or parcel characteristics, what lands can qualify for a CPUD and related matters.

13.03A APPLICATION PROCEDURES

This section discusses various application and rezoning procedures for a CPUD, including that a CPUD constitutes a rezoning, requirements for an application, public notice requirements for the public hearing, approval, approval with conditions or denial options of the Township Board, recommendations by the Planning Commission, jurisdiction of the Zoning Board of Appeals, decision requirements and related matters.

13.04A BASIS OF DETERMINATION

This section contains the standards to be considered for approval of a CPUD, the imposition of reasonable conditions on a CPUD rezoning approval and related matters.

13.05A PERMITTED USES

This section governs and lists the types of uses that may be allowed for a CPUD, either singularly or in combination, which uses include, but are not limited to, restaurants, taverns, related marinas, retail stores, grocery stores, hotels and motels, general merchandise stores, specialty markets, retail bakeries, candy shops, business offices and recreational/amusement establishments.

13.06A OTHER REQUIREMENTS AND CPUD AMENDMENTS

This section contains various requirements related to a CPUD including utility and electrical lines and amendments.

A full copy of the proposed CPUD amendments to the Zoning Ordinance can be reviewed, inspected or purchased at the Brooks Township offices during normal business hours (9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays) or by contacting the Brooks Township Clerk at (231) 652-6763. Public comments are welcome at the public hearing. In addition, written comments will be accepted by the Planning Commission up until the time of the public hearing. In the interim, questions should be directed to the Brooks Township Clerk at (231) 652-6763.

Respectfully submitted by,

Jennifer Badgero

Brooks Township Clerk

 

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Township of Ashland

Notice of Public Hearing and

Planning Commission Meeting

CONDITIONAL REZONING APPLICATION

TO: THE RESIDENTS AND PROPERTY OWNERS OF THE TOWNSHIP OF ASHLAND, NEWAYGO COUNTY, MICHIGAN, AND ANY OTHER INTERESTED PERSONS:

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the Ashland Township Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and meeting on June 15, 2023 commencing at 7:30 p.m. at the Ashland Township Hall, 2019 W. 120th St. , Grant, within the Township regarding the following:

• The application of Brian Ryzebol Dairy, LLC of 2190 Squires Road, Bailey Michigan to rezone an approximately 7-acre portion of the property located at 4221 W Moore Road (Parcel No. 62-22-31-300-002) within the Township, from the A Agricultural District Zoning Classification to the I-2 “General Industrial” district zoning classifications, with conditions, in order to permit the installation of an anerobic “clean energy” digester on the property thereon.

• Such other and further matters as shall lawfully come before the Planning Commission.

A copy of the application and proposed conditions may be obtained by contacting the undersigned at the township hall, or via phone or email. The Township Zoning and its zoning ordinance are available online at www.ashtwp.com.

Written comments will be received from any interested persons by the Ashland Township Clerk at the Township Hall at any time during the business hours listed above up to the date of the hearing and may be mailed to the address below for presentation to the Planning Commission at the hearing. Written comments will also be received by the Planning Commission at the meeting. Oral comments will be taken at the meeting.

All interested persons are invited to be present at the aforesaid time and place.

Ashland Township will provide necessary reasonable auxiliary aids and services, such as signers for the hearing impaired and audio tapes of printed material being considered at the hearing, to individuals with disabilities at the hearing upon four (4) days’ notice to the Ashland Township Clerk. Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the Ashland Township Clerk at the address or telephone number listed below.

ASHLAND TOWNSHIP PLANNING COMMISSION

By: Shelley Boerema, Township Clerk

clerk@ashtwp.com

Charlie McKinley, Planning Commission Chairperson

Ashlandpc@charliemckinley.com

PO Box 457, Grant, Michigan 490

(231) 834-7535 • www.ashtwp.com

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Legal and Public Notices ... published on June 7, 2023...
 

WHITE CLOUD COMMUNITY LIBRARY

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

ON PROPOSED BUDGET

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that on Wednesday, June 21, 2023 at 12:45 p.m., at the White Cloud Community Library, 1038 E. Wilcox Ave, White Cloud, the Library Board of the White Cloud Community Library will hold a public hearing to consider the Library’s proposed budget for the period from July 1, 2023 to June 30, 2024.

The Board may not adopt its proposed budget until after the public hearing. A copy of the proposed budget is available for public inspection during normal business hours at the Library, 1038 E. Wilcox Ave, White Cloud, Michigan. All

interested parties will be given an opportunity to be heard at the public hearing regarding the proposed budget. The property tax millage rate proposed to be levied to support the proposed budget will be a subject of this hearing.

This notice is given by order of the

White Cloud Community Library Board

 

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING OF THE

BOARD OF EDUCATION OF

NEWAYGO PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

Proposed 2023 - 2024 Budget

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that there will be a Public Hearing regarding the proposed 2023 - 2024 budget at a special meeting of the Newaygo Public School District Board of Education.

Date of Meeting: Monday, June 19, 2023

Place of Meeting: Newaygo High School Library

200 East Street

Newaygo, MI 49337

Hour of Meeting: 6:00 p.m.

Telephone Number of the

Superintendent’s Office: 231-652-6984

Board of Education Meeting

Minutes are located at: 360 S Mill Street

Newaygo, MI 49337

A copy of the proposed 2023 - 2024 budget, including the proposed property tax millage rate, is available for public inspection during normal business hours at:

360 S Mill Street

Newaygo, MI 49337

Purposes of Meeting:

1. Public discussion on the proposed 2023-2024 budget. The property tax millage rate proposed to be levied to support the proposed budget will be a subject of this hearing. The Board may not adopt its proposed 2023 - 2024 budget until after the public hearing.

Vince Grodus, President, Board of Education

Newaygo Public School District

 

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NOTICE TO BIDDERS

The Board of County Road Commissioners of Newaygo County will receive sealed bids at their office at 935 East One Mile Road, White Cloud, MI 49349, until 8:00 a.m. on Wednesday, June 14, 2023, for the following

• Asphalt Paving, various locations within Newaygo County

• 22A Gravel, various locations within Newaygo County

• Limestone, various locations within Newaygo County

• MDOT Spec Class II Sand, various locations within Newaygo County

Specifications and bid forms may be obtained at the Road Commission offices during regular business hours or by visiting www.newaygoroads.org.

BOARD OF COUNTY ROAD COMMISSIONERS OF

NEWAYGO COUNTY

William Gonyon, Chairman

Douglas Harmon, Vice-Chairman

Lee Fetterley, Commissioner

 

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GRANT TOWNSHIP Spring Clean-UpFriday, May 28th • 8am-4pmSaturday, May 30th • 8am-1pmFREE to all Grant Township ResidencesWhere: Corner of Walnut and 120th Stacross from Grant Township Hall• of all scrap metal (fencing flattened and metal one end opened).and all electronic items, propane tanks if cut halfWe will not accept: Liquids, paint, oil,tires, grass clippings, leaves, brush,cement, or hazardous waste.Be prepared to help unload your vehicle.NO SHOVEL OFFS!! Bag it, Box it or Don’t Bring It.Serviced by Thompson Dumpsters, Bailey, MI...they can turn away any load that isn’t acceptable.Any volunteers please callEdie @ 231-834-7833THIS IS A ONE TIME OPPORTUNITY TOCLEAN UP YOUR PROPERTY FOR FREE!

 

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING OF THE

BOARD OF EDUCATION OF

GRANT PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that there will be a public hearing regarding the final amended budgets for 2022-23 and the proposed 2023-24 budgets at a special meeting of the Grant Public Schools Board of Education.

Date of Meeting: Monday, June 19, 2023

Place of Meeting: Grant Middle School Cafeteria

96 E. 120th Street

Grant, MI 49327

Time of Meeting: 5:45 p.m.

Telephone Number

Board Office: 231-834-5621

Board of Education Meeting

Minutes are located at: 360 S Mill Street

Newaygo, MI 49337

The Board may not adopt its proposed 2023-24 budgets until after the public hearing. A copy of the proposed 2023-24 budgets are available for public inspection during normal business hours at:

Board Administration Office

148 S. Elder Avenue

Grant, Michigan

The property tax millage rate proposed to be levied to support the proposed budget will be a subject of this hearing.

This notice is given by order of the Board of Education.

Danette Obenauf, Board Secretary

 

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

GRANT AREA DISTRICT LIBRARY

County of Newaygo, Michigan

ON THE ADOPTION OF THE BUDGET FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2023-2024

TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS IN THE LIBRARY DISTRICT OF THE GRANT AREA DISTRICT LIBRARY:

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the Board of Trustees of the GRANT AREA DISTRICT LIBRARY, Newaygo County, Michigan, will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, the 20th day of June, 2023, at 6:30 p.m., in the Community Room, Grant Area District Library, 122 Elder St., Grant, Michigan, to consider the approval and adoption of the operating budget of the GRANT AREA DISTRICT LIBRARY for the fiscal year 2023-2024.

Copies of the proposed budget are on file with the Library Director at the GRANT AREA DISTRICT LIBRARY, 122 Elder Street, Grant, Michigan, for inspection during regular library hours. At the public hearing, all citizens, taxpayers, and property owners of the GRANT AREA DISTRICT LIBRARY, comprised of all territory located in the City of Grant, Ashland Township, Grant Township and the Grant Public Schools, Counties of Newaygo, Kent, Muskegon, Michigan with the exception of territory located in the jurisdictional limits of the Fremont Area District Library, the Kent District Library, and the Muskegon Area District Library, shall be afforded an opportunity to be heard in regard to the approval of the budget.

THE PROPERTY TAX MILLAGE RATE PROPOSED TO BE LEVIED TO SUPPORT THE PROPOSED BUDGET WILL BE A SUBJECT OF THIS HEARING.

This notice is given by order of the Board of Trustees of the GRANT AREA DISTRICT LIBRARY, Newaygo County, Michigan.

Marie Hall

Secretary, Board of Trustees

Grant Area District Library

The Board of Trustees of the GRANT AREA DISTRICT LIBRARY will provide necessary reasonable auxiliary aids and services, such as signers for the hearing impaired and audio tapes of printed materials being considered at the meeting, to individuals with disabilities at the meeting. Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the GRANT AREA DISTRICT LIBRARY by writing or calling the Library Director at least 5 days prior to the hearing at the following:

Phone: 231 834-5713

Address: 122 Elder Street, Grant, Michigan 49327

 

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING OF THE

BOARD OF EDUCATION OF

FREMONT PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Proposed 2023-24 Budget

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that there will be a Public Hearing regarding the proposed 2023-24 budget at the regular meeting of the Fremont Board of Education of Fremont Public Schools.

Date of Meeting: Monday, June 19, 2023

Place of Meeting: 5421 S. Warner

Fremont, MI 49412

Hour of Meeting: 6:00 p.m.

Telephone Number of the

Superintendent’s Office: 231-924-2350

Board of Education Meeting

Minutes are located at: 450 E. Pine Street

Fremont, MI 49412

A copy of the proposed 2023-24 budget,

including the proposed property tax millage

rate, is available for public inspection during

normal business hours at: 450 E. Pine Street

Purposes of Meeting:

1. Public discussion on the proposed 2023-24 budget. The property tax millage rate proposed to be levied to support the proposed budget will be a subject of this hearing. The Board may not adopt its proposed 2023-24 budget until after the public hearing.

Michael Campeau, Secretary

Board of Education, Fremont Public School

 

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BROOKS TOWNSHIP

NEWAYGO COUNTY, MICHIGAN

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

FIRE SERVICES SPECIAL ASSESSMENT DISTRICT

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Township Board of the Township of Brooks, Newaygo County, Michigan, has resolved its intention to proceed pursuant to Act 33 of the Public Acts of Michigan of 1951 and Section 20948 of Act 368 of the Public Acts of 1978 to defray the cost of fire and first responder motor vehicles, apparatus, equipment, and housing and providing fire protection, rescue, first responder and related services and operations (“Fire Services”) by special assessment on the lands and premises in the Township to be benefited, except for lands and premises exempt from the collection of ad valorem taxes under the General Property Tax Act.

The Township Board has determined that the Fire Services Special Assessment District (the “Special Assessment District”) shall consist of all lots and parcels of property located within the boundaries of the Township of Brooks, Newaygo County, Michigan, against which all or a portion of the cost of the Fire Services shall be specially assessed, except for lands and premises exempt from the collection of taxes under the General Property Tax Act.

NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that the Township Supervisor of the Township of Brooks has made and certified a special assessment roll for the Special Assessment District, which roll sets forth the relative portion of the cost of the Fire Services that is to levied in the year 2023 in the form of special assessments against each benefitted lot and parcel of land in the special assessment district.

PUBLIC HEARING

TAKE NOTICE that the Township Board of the Township of Brooks will hold a public hearing on June 20, 2023, at 7:00 p.m. in the Township Hall located at 490 Quarterline Road, Newaygo Michigan 49337 to review the special assessment roll and to hear and consider any objections thereto.

TAKE NOTICE that appearance and protest at the public hearing is required in order to appeal the amount of the special assessment to the Michigan Tax Tribunal.

TAKE NOTICE that an owner or party in interest, or his or her agent, may appear in person at the hearing to protest the special assessment, or may file his or her appearance or protest by letter, on or before the close of the hearing.

TAKE NOTICE that an owner or any person having an interest in the real property may file a written appeal of the special assessment with the Michigan Tax Tribunal within thirty (30) days after the confirmation of the special assessment roll, if the owner or person having an interest in the real property protested the special assessment at the hearing held for the purpose of confirming the roll.

Michigan Tax Tribunal

P.O. Box 30232

Lansing, Michigan 48909

TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that the special assessment roll as prepared has been reported to the Township Board and is on file with the Township Clerk for public examination.

TAKE FURTHER NOTICE THAT AFTER THE SPECIAL ASSESSMENT ROLL IS CONFIRMED, THE TOWNSHIP BOARD WILL ANNUALLY DETERMINE THE AMOUNT TO BE ASSESSED IN THE DISTRICT FOR FIRE SERVICES.

This notice was authorized by the Township Board of the Township of Brooks.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT:

Cory Nelson, Township Supervisor

Brooks Township, PO Box 625

Newaygo, Michigan 49337

Telephone 231-652-6763

Dated: June 7, 2023

Jennifer Badgero, Books Township Clerk

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Legal and Public Notices ... published on June 14, 2023...

CITY OF WHITE CLOUD

NEWAYGO COUNTY MICHIGAN

ORDINANCE NO. 2023-02

An ordinance providing for the approval of an exemption from ad valorem property taxes for housing being developed or rehabilitated for workforce housing under the authority of the State Housing Development Authority Act of 1966, Public Act 346 of 1966, as amended.

WORKFORCE HOUSING PILOT ORDINANCE

THE CITY OF WHITE CLOUD, COUNTY OF NEWAYGO, STATE OF MICHIGAN, ORDAINS:

SECTION 1. Title. This Ordinance shall be known and cited as the “White Cloud Workforce Housing PILOT Ordinance.”

SECTION 2. Preamble.

It is a proper public purpose for the City of White Cloud to provide for and encourage the development or rehabilitation of such housing by exempting workforce housing from all ad valorem property taxes imposed by any taxing jurisdiction and providing for payment of an annual service charge for public services in lieu of all such taxes. A PILOT, or service charge payment in lieu of taxes, is an effective means of incentivizing the construction of workforce house. The City of White Cloud is authorized by section 15a of Public Act 346 of 1966, as amended, MCL 125.1415a, to establish a service charge to be paid in lieu of taxes with respect to new or rehabilitated workforce housing in an amount it chooses, but not an amount that exceeds the taxes that would be paid but for this section. Workforce housing is also a public necessity, and as the City of White Cloud will be benefited and improved by such housing, encouraging the same through ad valorem property tax exemption is a valid public purpose. Additionally, the stability and predictability of the service charge paid in lieu of all ad valorem property taxes during the periods as contemplated by this ordinance is essential to the determination of economic feasibility of workforce housing projects that are developed or rehabilitated in reliance on such tax exemption.

SECTION 3. Definitions.

(A) “Area median income” means the median income for the area as determined under section 8 of the United States housing act of 1937, 42 USC 1437F, adjusted for family size.

(B) “Authority” means the Michigan State Housing Development Authority.

(C) “Shelter Rent” means the rental or carrying charges established for occupancy in housing projects, exclusive of payments for taxes and charges for heat, light, water, cooking fuel, and other necessary utilities.

(D) “Taxable value” means taxable value as calculated under section 27a of the general property tax act, 1893 PA 206, MCL 211.27a.

SECTION 4. Authorization and Establishment of Workforce Housing PILOT.

(A)The class of housing projects to which the tax exemption shall apply and for which a service charge may be paid in lieu of all ad valorem property taxes are housing projects being developed or rehabilitated for workforce housing. “Workforce housing” means rental units or other housing options that are reasonably affordable to, and occupied by, a household whose total household income is not greater than 120% of the area median income published by the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development.

(B) Workforce housing and the property on which such housing is or will be located shall be exempt from all ad valorem property taxes from and after the commencement of construction or rehabilitation. Construction must start within one year of the date of the Authority’s notification of exemption.

(C) In lieu of payment of ad valorem property taxes, City of White Cloud will accept payment of an annual service charge in lieu of all ad valorem property taxes for public services from the owner of a housing project having a certified notification of exemption in accordance with the following:

(1) Subject to subsections (D), (E) and (F), for a new construction project, an amount that is the greater of the tax on the property on which the project is located for the tax year proceeding the date on which the construction is commenced or 10% of the annual Shelter Rents obtained from the project.

(2) Subject to subsections (D), (E) and (F), for a rehabilitation project, an amount that is the lesser of the tax on the property on which the project is located for the tax year proceeding the date on which rehabilitation is commenced or 10% of the annual Shelter Rents obtained from the project.

(3) The service charge paid in lieu of taxes shall not exceed the amount in ad valorem taxes that an owner would have otherwise paid if the workforce housing project were not tax exempt.

(D) Notwithstanding the provisions of MCL 125.1415a(3)(b) and 125.1415a(7) to the contrary, a contract shall be deemed effected between the City of White Cloud and the owner of the workforce housing to provide a tax exemption and accept service charge payments in lieu of taxes as previously described by this section upon the adoption of a project-specific resolution by the City Council of the City of White Cloud.

(E) Notwithstanding subsection (C), the service charge paid each year in lieu of taxes for that part of a Workforce housing project that is tax exempt under this Ordinance but not used for workforce housing must be equal to the full amount of the taxes that would be paid on that portion of the project as if the project were not tax exempt. The owner of the project shall allocate the benefits of any tax exemption granted pursuant to this Ordinance exclusively to workforce housing or to the maintenance and preservation of the housing project as a safe, decent, and sanitary workforce housing.

(F) The annual service charge under subsection (C) for a workforce housing project that is tax exempt under this Ordinance must be increased by the additional amount if both of the following requirements are met:

(1) Not later than 45 days after the county treasurer’s receipt of the certified notification of the exemption, the Newaygo County Board of Commissioners passes a resolution, by majority vote, that provides that the additional amount must be paid.

(2) The approval of the resolution described in subparagraph (1) is in accordance with an ordinance or resolution adopted by the Newaygo County Board of Commissioners concerning the factors to be considered when assessing whether the additional amount must be paid.

(3 “Additional amount” means an amount equal to the difference between the following:

(a) the millage rate levied for operating purposes by the county in which the housing project is located multiplied by the current taxable value of that housing project.

(b) The amount of the annual service charge paid in lieu of ad valorem property taxes by the housing project under subsection (4)(C) that is distributed to the county in which the housing project is located pursuant to MCL 125.1415a(5).

SECTION 5. Workforce Housing PILOT Application, Review and Approval Process.

(A) An applicant for a workforce PILOT must own the property that is the subject of the application or must be the purchaser under a purchaser or option agreement. The property that is the subject of the application must be zoned for the use at the time of applicant.

(B) Prior to applying for a workforce housing PILOT, the applicant is encouraged to meet with the City Manager, Zoning Administrator, and Assessor and any other person as may be designated by the City Manager and present the proposed workforce housing project. The presentation may include a description of the applicant’s organizational structure, describe the applicant’s development experience, describe the scope of the workforce housing project, including location, number of units and types of units, and typical floor plans and exterior elevations, schedule with projected milestones, and estimated shelter rents.

(C) The applicant shall submit its request using for a PILOT using the form provided by City Assessor and include the information identified in subsection (B) above together with a zoning compliance permit.

(D) If a complete application is received no less than 20 days prior to the next regularly scheduled City Council meeting, the city clerk will place the request on the agenda of the next regularly scheduled meeting. If the application is received less than 20 days prior to the next regularly scheduled City Council meeting, the application shall be placed on the agenda of the regular meeting that follows the next regularly scheduled meeting or the agenda for a special meeting scheduled by the City Council at the request of the applicant.

(E) When reviewing an application for a workforce housing PILOT, the decision to approve or deny the request shall be guided by the City Council consideration of the following factors:

(1) Whether the PILOT will increase the number of available workforce housing units in the city.

(2) Whether the PILOT will reduce the functional obsolescence of an existing building or housing unit(s).

(3) Whether the PILOT is likely to encourage expansion of the population of city.

(4) Whether the location of the workforce housing is consistent with the goals and objectives of the city’s Master Plan.

(5) Whether the development or rehabilitation of the workforce housing requires zoning variances and results in the continuation of a nonconforming use.

(6) Whether the PILOT will result in the provision of housing amenities.

(7) Whether the PILOT will facilitate provision of an attractive, viable housing units

(F) Approval of a PILOT for workforce housing requires passage of a resolution of approval by a majority vote of the City Council that includes the findings with respect to the standards of subsection (E) above.

(G) If the PILOT application is approved, the city clerk will deliver to the applicant a certified copy of the resolution approving the application.

(H) To defray the administrative cost of processing an applicant for a workforce housing PILOT, the City Council may include a workforce housing application fee in its annually adopted fee schedule.

SECTION 6. Authority Affidavit and Assessor Notification.

(A) Upon receipt of the certified PILOT approval resolution, the applicant must submit an affidavit to the Authority in the form required by the Authority for certification by the Authority that the project is eligible for a PILOT.

(B) Upon receipt of notification from the Authority that the project is eligible for a PILOT, the applicant must file the notification of exemption with the city assessor before November 1 of the year preceding the tax year in which the exemption is to begin.

(C) Not later than 5 business days after receipt of the certified notification of the exemption, the assessor shall provide a copy of the certified notification of the exemption to the county treasurer.

SECTION 7. Payment of PILOT.

(A) The owner of the workforce housing shall remit the annual PILOT payment to the city treasurer no later than February 15th. Any PILOT payment or portion of PILOT payment remaining unpaid as of the due date shall bear interest at [1] % per month and require payment of a [3]% penalty fee. The PILOT payment shall be accompanied by an estimate of shelter rents for the current calendar year and a certified roll of shelter rents for the preceding calendar year.

(B) Except as otherwise provided in this section and section 4, any payments for public services under this Ordinance shall be distributed to the governmental units levying the general property tax in the same proportion as prevailed with the general property tax in the previous calendar year. The distribution to those governmental units shall be made as if the number of mills levied for local school district operating purposes were equal to the number of mills levied for the purposes in 1993 minus the number of mills levied under the state education tax act, 1993 PA 331, MCL 211.901 to 211.906, for the year for which the distribution is calculated. The amount of payments in lieu of taxes to be distributed to a local school district for operating purposes under this subsection must not be distributed to the local school district but instead must be paid to the state treasury and credited to the state school aid fund established by section 11 of article IX of the state constitution of 1963.

SECTION 8. Duration.

The tax-exempt status of a housing project approved as workforce housing by resolution of the City Council shall be encumbered by a covenant running with the land that restricts the use of the housing project to workforce housing for a period not to exceed 15 years or such greater or lesser period of time as may be authorized by state law and as may be approved by the PILOT resolution passed by majority vote of the City Council.

SECTION 9. Severability.

The provisions of this Ordinance shall be deemed to be severable, and should any provision be declared by any court of competent jurisdiction to be unconstitutional or invalid, the same shall not affect the validity of this Ordinance as a whole or provision of this Ordinance, other than the provision so declared to be unconstitutional or invalid.

SECTION 10. Inconsistent Ordinances.

All ordinances or parts of ordinances inconsistent or in conflict with the provisions of this Ordinance are repealed to the extent necessary to give this ordinance full force and effect.

SECTION 11. Effective Date.

This Ordinance shall become effective upon its publication to the extent authorized by law.

Kelli Arnold, Clerk

 

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WHITE CLOUD SHERMAN UTILITIES AUTHORITY

BID NOTICE

White Cloud Sherman Utilities Authority will be accepting sealed bids until 1PM on Friday, July 7, 2023 for the following equipment; 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD, LT 4WD Crew Cab. All bids will then be opened on July 10, 2022 at approximately 1PM.

All proposals must be in sealed envelopes, plainly marked with Truck Bid on the outside of the envelope. Inside make sure to include the amount of the bid and the name, address and phone number of the bidder. Bids must be submitted to: White Cloud Sherman Utilities Authority, 60 W Baseline, PO Box 725, White Cloud, MI 49349.

2021 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 2500 HD LT 4WD CREW CAB WITH APPROXIMATELY 30,000 MILES

(NOTE: Unless otherwise noted, trucks do not include plow or floor mats)

White Cloud Sherman Utilities Authority reserves the right to reject or accept any and all proposals, whichever is deemed to be in the best interest of White Cloud Sherman Utilities Authority. Vehicles and equipment are sold as is. Questions on the equipment listed above, or to set up an appointment to view, should be directed to the Manager, Stan Stroven Jr., at 231.689.6047 or via email at wcsua60@gmail.com.

 

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WHITE CLOUD PUBLIC SCHOOLS

NOTICE OF A PUBLIC HEARING ON PROPOSED 2023-24 BUDGET

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that on June 26, 2023 at 6:30 p.m. at White Cloud, Michigan, the Board of Education of White Cloud Public Schools will hold a public hearing in room 306 of the high school to consider the District’s proposed 2023-24 budget.

The Board may not adopt its proposed 2023-24 budget until after the public hearing. A copy of the proposed 2023-24 budget, including the proposed property tax millage rate, is available for public inspection during the normal business hours at White Cloud Public Schools Administrative Office, 555 Wilcox Avenue, White Cloud, Michigan.

The property tax millage rate proposed to be levied to support the proposed budget will be a subject of this hearing.

This notice is given by order of the Board of Education., Elaine Engel, Secretary

 

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

CITY OF WHITE CLOUD, NEWAYGO COUNTY, MI

A Public Hearing has been scheduled for Tuesday, June 27, 2023, at 6:00 pm during the regular meeting of the White Cloud City Planning Commission, at the City Office, located at 12 N. Charles St., White Cloud, MI for the purpose of receiving public comment on the proposed re-zoning (from C-1 Central Business District to C-3 Commercial Business District) of Parcel number: 62-15-05-179-021/1182 E. Newell Street. Written comments may be submitted to clerk@cityofwhitecloud.org or mailed to City of White Cloud, PO Box 607, White Cloud, MI 49349, which shall be a part of the permanent record.

Kelli Arnold, Clerk

 

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DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS

CITY OF WHITE CLOUD

The City of White Cloud is currently accepting applications for a full-time Equipment Operator II position in our Public Works Department. We are looking for an individual who can provide a variety of semi-skilled tasks in support of the operation and maintenance of City streets, water distribution system, and other city infrastructure. We are looking for an applicant that is self-motivated, hardworking and interested in working outdoors.

Requirements:

• High School diploma or GED equivalent

• Experience in performing manual labor tasks

• Knowledge of water systems, repair and construction standards

• Minimum two years’ experience in maintenance and repair of water systems is preferred

• Experience operating various types of construction and maintenance equipment

• Must possess a valid State of Michigan Class B Commercial Driver’s License or the ability to attain one within 6 months of hire.

• Possession of a State of Michigan S-3 or higher Water Distribution License is desirable (or ability to attain license within 1 year of hire date)

• Willingness to work outdoors in all types of weather and in adverse working conditions.

• Willing to be on call and respond to an emergency situation 24 hours a day/7 days a week within one hour of notification of an emergency

This is a full-time position that offers great retirement and insurance benefits. Please submit cover letter, resume, and references by mail to City of White Cloud, Attn: April Storms, City Manager, P.O. Box 607, White Cloud, MI 49349 or citymanager@cityofwhitecloud.org. Applications will be accepted until June 30, 2023.

 

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING OF THE

BOARD OF EDUCATION OF

NEWAYGO PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

Proposed 2023 - 2024 Budget

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that there will be a Public Hearing regarding the proposed 2023 - 2024 budget at a special meeting of the Newaygo Public School District Board of Education.

Date of Meeting: Monday, June 19, 2023

Place of Meeting: Newaygo High School Library

200 East Street

Newaygo, MI 49337

Hour of Meeting: 6:00 p.m.

Telephone Number of the

Superintendent’s Office: 231-652-6984

Board of Education Meeting

Minutes are located at: 360 S Mill Street

Newaygo, MI 49337

A copy of the proposed 2023 - 2024 budget, including the proposed property tax millage rate, is available for public inspection during normal business hours at:

360 S Mill Street

Newaygo, MI 49337

Purposes of Meeting:

1. Public discussion on the proposed 2023-2024 budget. The property tax millage rate proposed to be levied to support the proposed budget will be a subject of this hearing. The Board may not adopt its proposed 2023 - 2024 budget until after the public hearing.

Vince Grodus, President, Board of Education

Newaygo Public School District

 

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HESPERIA COMMUNITY LIBRARY

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

ON PROPOSED BUDGET

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that on Tuesday, June 20, 2023 at 5:30 p.m. at the Hesperia Community Library, 80 S. Division, Hesperia, Michigan, the Library Board of the Hesperia Community Library will hold a public hearing to consider the Library’s proposed budget for the period from July 1, 2023 to June 30, 2024.

The Board may not adopt its proposed budget until after the public hearing. A copy of the proposed budget is available for public inspection during normal business hours at the Library, 80 S. Division, Hesperia, Michigan. All interested parties will be given an opportunity to be heard at the public hearing regarding the proposed budget.

THE PROPERTY TAX MILLAGE RATE PROPOSED TO BE LEVIED TO SUPPORT THE PROPOSED BUDGET WILL BE A SUBJECT OF THIS HEARING.

This notice is given by order of the Hesperia Community Library Board.

HESPERIA COMMUNITY LIBRARY BOARD

 

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NOTICE OF ZONING ORDINANCE ADOPTION

THE GRANT TOWNSHIP BOARD

Notice is hereby given that the Grant Township Board has adopted the draft zoning ordinance on June 05, 2023, at 7:00 p.m. The purpose of this notice is to notify the public that a new Zoning Ordinance and Zoning Map for Grant Township has been adopted and will replace the existing Zoning Ordinance and Zoning Map adopted on October 30, 1992, as amended, pursuant to the Michigan Zoning Enabling Act, Public Act 110 of 2006, as amended. This Ordinance becomes effective seven (7) days after the date of publication per the Zoning Enabling Act, Public Act 110 of 2006, as amended.

A summary of the proposed new Zoning Ordinance is as follows:

Article 1: Title, Purpose, and Scope.

This Article discusses the title and purposes regarding the proposed new Zoning Ordinance and Zoning Map. The new Ordinance shall be known as the “Grant Township Zoning Ordinance.” There are multiple purposes and intents supporting the new Zoning Ordinance and Zoning Map.

Article 2: Definitions.

This Article contains the definitions of various words, phrases, and clauses for purposes of the Zoning Ordinance.

Article 3: General Provisions.

This Article contains regulations that apply to a variety of different uses, activities, buildings and structures in some or all zoning districts, including, but not limited to, accessory structures, applications and escrow amounts, domestic animals and fowl, lot areas, wireless communications towers, corner lots, dwelling units, floodplains, yard descriptions, fences and walls, swimming pools, greenbelts, home-based businesses, land divisions, lots of record, regulations for single-family dwellings, mobile-homes, mobile food vending units (food trucks), multiple uses of buildings, on-site sewage treatment facilities, public services, outdoor wood burning units, nuisance, private roads, condominiums and condominium subdivisions, lighting, dumpsters, short-term rentals, site development plan review, solar energy systems, sewer and water, clear vision corners, lot width, lot coverage, certain large scale residential developments, wind energy systems, temporary buildings and structures, yard and outdoor sales, working and storage surface regulations,.

Article 3A: Open Space Development Regulations and General Provisions.

This Article describes, governs, and provides for the development of large open space developments with protected open space plans. It lays out the qualifying conditions, districts they are promoted in, review procedures, site development standards, requirements, and approval process.

Article 4. Nonconforming Lots, Uses, and Structures.

This Article contains regulations and requirements for nonconforming lots, nonconforming uses, nonconforming buildings and structures, and related matters.

Article 5: Establishment of Zoning Districts.

Among other matters, this Article establishes various zoning districts and sets rules regarding the interpretation of district boundaries, zoning, and buildings and land affected.

Article 6. Zoning District Regulations.

This Article contains a breakdown of each zoning district’s regulations, permitted uses, special land uses, and dimensional requirements for each zoning district. These districts are labeled “A – Agricultural District,” R-R – Rural Residential District,” L-R Lake Residential District,” “C- General Commercial District,” and “I – Industrial District.”

Article 7. Signage Regulations.

This Article governs and regulates a variety of different matters regarding signs and signage, including, but not limited to, defining certain types of signs, general sign regulations, and standards, exempted signs, prohibited signs, signs by zoning district, additional signs allowed in all zoning districts, billboards, and lawful nonconforming signs.

Article 8. Off-Street Parking and Loading.

This Article contains numerous regulations regarding off-street parking and loading, including general provisions, the off-street parking requirements of particular land uses, the method of calculation of the amount of off-street parking which is necessary for specific land uses, the area of off-street parking and driveway requirements, parking exceptions, an off-street loading, and unloading.

Article 9. Special Land Uses.

This Article contains standards and regulations for the application of special land uses and standards for review and approval of special land uses. Also, standards pertaining to specific land uses, including, but not limited to, removal of mineral and natural resources from the land, landfills, salvage yards, institutional uses, outdoor recreation entertainment facilities, agricultural service establishments, bed & breakfasts, migrant housing, off-road vehicle trails and parks, automobile service repair and sales facilities, group homes and foster care group homes.

Article 10. Planned Unit Development.

This Article contains the regulations, specifications, procedures, and other matters regarding the Planned Unit Developments (PUD), including project phasing, performance guarantees, PUD amendments, the commencement of construction, and similar matters.

Article 11. Zoning Board of Appeals.

This Article authorizes and regulates the Zoning Board of Appeals, specifies the powers of the ZBA, addresses the creation and membership of the ZBA and its organization, specifies the jurisdiction of the ZBA, conditions of approval, rules of procedure, conflict of interest, advisory opinions, and addresses a variety of other matters regarding the ZBA.

Article 12. Administration and Enforcement.

This Article contains matters regarding the administration and enforcement of the zoning Ordinance related to the zoning administrator, permits, planning commission, public hearings and notices, amendments, fees and applicant escrow accounts, performance guarantees, enforcement, certificate of occupancy, stop work orders, zoning agreements; conditional rezoning, time limits, proof of ownership, surveys, and representations and promises of developers and property owners, revocations or termination of zoning approvals, severability, no administrative liability, non-estoppel and non-waiver, repealer, and effective date.

Article 13. Amendments and Adoption.

This Article outlines the requirements and procedures for amending the Grant Township Zoning Ordinance, the application fees involved, the types of amendments, and adoption.

Article 14. Miscellaneous Provisions.

This Article contains the Zoning Ordinance’s severability of provision that if any provision in this Ordinance is declared invalid, it will not declare the Zoning Ordinance invalid except for that specific provision.

Article 15. Effective Date.

This Article declares that any prior Ordinance previously administered in Grant Township is now repealed by this amended Ordinance and will go into effect within seven days after the publication of a notice of adoption to be posted into a newspaper of general circulation.

A full copy of the proposed Zoning Ordinance and Zoning Map can be reviewed, inspected, or purchased at the Grant Township Hall during regular business hours, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., or viewed via the Grant Township website at www.granttownship.org. This notice is disseminated and posted pursuant to the Michigan Zoning Enabling Act, PA 110 of 2006, as amended.

Respectfully submitted by,

Gladys M VeltKamp

Gladys Veltkamp Grant Township Clerk

 

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GRANT TOWNSHIP Spring Clean-UpFriday, May 28th • 8am-4pmSaturday, May 30th • 8am-1pmFREE to all Grant Township ResidencesWhere: Corner of Walnut and 120th Stacross from Grant Township Hall• of all scrap metal (fencing flattened and metal one end opened).and all electronic items, propane tanks if cut halfWe will not accept: Liquids, paint, oil,tires, grass clippings, leaves, brush,cement, or hazardous waste.Be prepared to help unload your vehicle.NO SHOVEL OFFS!! Bag it, Box it or Don’t Bring It.Serviced by Thompson Dumpsters, Bailey, MI...they can turn away any load that isn’t acceptable.Any volunteers please callEdie @ 231-834-7833THIS IS A ONE TIME OPPORTUNITY TOCLEAN UP YOUR PROPERTY FOR FREE!

 

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GRANT PUBLIC SCHOOLS

POSTING NOTICE

MULTIPLE POSITIONS AVAILABLE

High School Special Education Paraprofessional – 2 positions available, 6.25 hours per day.

Middle School Spanish Immersion and ESL Teacher Grades 5-8

High School Social Worker or Counselor

Varsity Volleyball Coach

Please see www.grantps.net

for full posting details.

Please send letter of interest and resume to:

Grant Administration Office

148 S. Elder

Grant, MI 49327

Or email: kanderson@grantps.net

 

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING OF THE

BOARD OF EDUCATION OF

FREMONT PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Proposed 2023-24 Budget

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that there will be a Public Hearing regarding the proposed 2023-24 budget at the regular meeting of the Fremont Board of Education of Fremont Public Schools.

Date of Meeting: Monday, June 19, 2023

Place of Meeting: 5421 S. Warner

Fremont, MI 49412

Hour of Meeting: 6:00 p.m.

Telephone Number of the

Superintendent’s Office: 231-924-2350

Board of Education Meeting

Minutes are located at: 450 E. Pine Street

Fremont, MI 49412

A copy of the proposed 2023-24 budget,

including the proposed property tax millage

rate, is available for public inspection during

normal business hours at: 450 E. Pine Street

Purposes of Meeting:

1. Public discussion on the proposed 2023-24 budget. The property tax millage rate proposed to be levied to support the proposed budget will be a subject of this hearing. The Board may not adopt its proposed 2023-24 budget until after the public hearing.

Michael Campeau, Secretary

Board of Education, Fremont Public School

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City of Newaygo

NOTICE OF PROJECT PLANNING

PUBLIC MEETING

W. Wood St water main. Water service lines.

The City of Newaygo will hold a public meeting on the proposed replacement of a water main on W. Wood St and also the replacement of water service lines at various locations throughout the City. The purpose of the meeting is to receive comments from interested persons.

The meeting will be held at 7pm on 5/8/2023 at the Newaygo City Council Chambers located at 28 State Rd, Newaygo MI 49337.

The purpose of the proposed project is to replace an old water main that is prone to breaking and also convert water service lines to safer materials to promote public health.

Project construction will involve the replacement of a water main on W. Wood St that is approximately 70 years old. Also part of the project is to replace water service lines to various homes or businesses at several locations throughout the City.

Impacts of the proposed project include less interruptions in municipal water service and greater public health. During construction, there may be temporary detours for traffic.

Unless grant money or loan forgiveness is received, it is anticipated this project will cost the average home owner approximately $100 per year during the term of the 20 year loan.

Copies of the plan detailing the proposed project are available for inspection at Newaygo City Hall, 28 State Rd, Newaygo MI 49337 or the City’s website at https://newaygo.gov/public-notices.php

Written comments received before 5/8/2023 at 3pm will receive responses in the final project planning document. Written comments should be sent to: City Clerk, Kim Goodin, PO Box 308, Newaygo MI 49337 or kgoodin@newaygocity.org

 

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PUBLIC NOTICE OF ORDINANCE ADOPTION

The City Council of the City of Newaygo adopted the following ordinance amendment at a regular meeting held on Monday, April 10, 2023. This ordinance/ordinance amendment will be in effect upon the expiration of seven (7) days after its publication as required by law. The Ordinance can be inspected, reviewed or purchased in its entirety at the Clerk’s office at City Hall located at 28 State Road, Newaygo, MI during regular business hours or viewed online at www.newaygocity.org.

CITY OF NEWAYGO

NEWAYGO COUNTY, MICHIGAN

Ordinance No. 2023-04

AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND

CHAPTER 6

(LANDSCAPING & BUFFERING) OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES FOR THE

CITY OF NEWAYGO

THE CITY OF NEWAYGO (THE “CITY”) ORDAINS:

Article I. Amendment. Chapter 6 (Landscaping & Buffering) of the Code of Ordinances for the City of Newaygo is hereby amended and reads as follows:

Chapter 6-Landscaping and Buffering:

Section 6.01 Intent and Purpose

No Changes

Section 6.02 Applicability

No Changes

Section 6.03 General Regulations

No Changes

Section 6.04 Buffer Zone Required

No Changes

Section 6.05 Parking Area Landscaping

No Changes

Section 6.06 Minimum Standards for Plantings, Berms, Fences and Walls

No Changes

Section 6.07 General Landscaping Design Standards

No Changes

Section 6.08 Installation and Maintenance

A. No Changes

B. No Changes

C. All landscaping shall be maintained in a healthy, neat and orderly state free from weeds and debris. All grass, weeds and similar vegetation shall be maintained at a height not to exceed six (6) inches unless specifically approved by the Planning Commission.

D. No Changes

E. No Changes

Section 6.09 Phasing

No Changes

Section 6.10 Landscape Screening Waiver

No Changes

Article II. The Rest of the Code of Ordinances is Unchanged. Except as expressly amended by this ordinance/ordinance amendment, the rest of the city of Newaygo Code of Ordinances, as amended, shall remain unchanged and in full force and effect.

 

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CITY OF NEWAYGO - NEWAYGO COUNTY, MICHIGAN

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Newaygo City Council, Newaygo County, Michigan, has tentatively declared its intent to pay the costs and expenses of providing fire motor vehicles, apparatus, equipment, housing and fire protection for the period commencing July 01, 2023, through June 30, 2024 (the “Assessment Period”) by specially assessing taxable real property located within the City receiving fire protection services pursuant to a Fire Protection Agreement dated July 02, 1981, as amended by further agreements dated September 21, 1987, September 21, 1992, June 16, 1997, June 21, 1999, June 18, 2001, June 16, 2003, April 19, 2004, January 8, 2007,and October 18, 2011 between the City of Newaygo, Township of Brooks and the Township of Garfield (collectively the “Municipalities”). The latest amended agreement of January 5, 2017 removes Garfield Township from the agreement and only provides the joint provisions of fire protections services to the City of Newaygo and Brooks Township. The special assessment would be levied pursuant to Act 33 of the Public Acts of Michigan of 1951, as amended. The City of Newaygo has estimated the total amount to be assessed for the Assessment Period is $114,666.86 i.e. 1.91962 mills of the taxable value of all taxable real property included in the special assessment district. The City of Newaygo has designated a special assessment district to include all taxable real property within the City (the “District”).

NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that the City Assessor or his designee of the City of Newaygo has made and certified a special assessment roll (the “Roll”) which Roll sets forth the special assessment for each parcel of taxable real property included within the District. A copy of the Roll is on file with the City Clerk.

TAKE NOTICE that the City of Newaygo will hold a public hearing on May 8, 2023 at 7:00 pm, local time, at the Newaygo City Hall, located at 28 N. State Rd., Newaygo, MI, to review and hear any objections to the Roll.

TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that a person must either appear and object at the public hearing or submit a letter of appearance and objection to the City prior to the public hearing in order to protect his/her right to appeal the special assessment to the Michigan Tax Tribunal within thirty (30) days after confirmation of the special assessment roll.

This notice was authorized by the Newaygo City Council.

Dated: April 10, 2023

Kim Goodin, Newaygo City Clerk

 

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CITY OF NEWAYGO

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

There will be a public hearing on the proposed City budget for the fiscal year 2023-2024 at Newaygo City Hall on Monday, May 8, 2023 at 7:00 PM. The property tax millage rate proposed to be levied to support the proposed budget will be a subject of this hearing. Copies of the budget will be available for public inspection at the Clerk’s office, 28 N. State Rd, Newaygo MI, one week prior to the public hearing. It is respectfully requested that written comments and/or items to be a matter of record be submitted to the City in writing at the address above by 3:00 pm on the date of the hearing.

Kim Goodin

Newaygo City Clerk

 

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Newaygo County Board of Commissioners OFFICIAL MINUTES MOTIONS ONLY March 22, 2023 9:30 A.M. CALL TO ORDER, PRAYER, & PLEDGE Meeting called to order by Chairperson Bryan Kolk, at 9:30 a.m., with Prayer by Newaygo County Clerk, Jason VanderStelt, and Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag led by Commissioner Brenda Bird. COMMISSIONERS PRESENT Brenda Bird, Paul Mellema, Mike Kruithoff, James Maike, Charles Trapp, Ken DeLaat, Bryan Kolk AGENDA - MOTION NUMBER 23-120 Motion by Brenda Bird, second by Paul Mellema, to approve the agenda for March 22, 2023. Ayes – Brenda Bird, Paul Mellema, James Maike, Mike Kruithoff, Charles Trapp, Ken DeLaat, Bryan Kolk. Nays – none. Motion carried. CONSENT AGENDA MOTION NO. 23-121 Motion by Charles Trapp, second by Mike Kruithoff, to approve the Consent Agenda dated March 22, 2023, including: the regular meeting minutes dated March 8, 2023; the Semi-Monthly Detail Analysis and Expenses dated March 15, 2023; the February 2023 Check Register; the February 2023 Budget Report. Ayes – Paul Mellema, James Maike, Mike Kruithoff, Charles Trapp, Brenda Bird, Ken DeLaat, Bryan Kolk. Nays – none. Motion carried. PRESENTATION Shelly Henderson, Payroll Clerk MOTION NO. 23-122 Motion by Brenda Bird, second by Ken DeLaat, to approve Resolution #03-005-23 recognizing Shelly Henderson. Ayes – Paul Mellema, James Maike, Charles Trapp, Brenda Bird, Ken DeLaat, Mike Kruithoff, Bryan Kolk. Nays – none. Motion carried. APPOINTMENT MOTION NO 23-123 Motion by Paul Mellema, second by Mike Kruithoff, to place the names of Wayne Mast, Tonya Prewitt, and Susan Twing in nomination and cast a unanimous ballot for appointment to the Mental Health Board; three (3) three-year terms, expiring April 1, 2026. Ayes – Paul Mellema, James Maike, Mike Kruithoff, Charles Trapp, Brenda Bird, Ken DeLaat, Bryan Kolk. Nays – none. Motion carried. APPOINTMENT MOTION NO 23-124 Motion by James Maike, second by Brenda Bird, to place the name of Richard Fitzpatrick in nomination and cast a unanimous ballot for appointment to the Area Agency on Aging for one (1) partial term, expiring January 1, 2024. Ayes – Paul Mellema, James Maike, Mike Kruithoff, Charles Trapp, Brenda Bird, Ken DeLaat, Bryan Kolk. Nays – none. Motion carried. APPOINTMENT MOTION NO 23-125 Motion by Charles Trapp, second by Brenda Bird, to place the name of Richard Fitzpatrick in nomination and cast a unanimous ballot for appointment to the Commission on Aging Advisory Board; one (1) partial term expiring September 30, 2024. Ayes – Paul Mellema, James Maike, Mike Kruithoff, Charles Trapp, Brenda Bird, Ken DeLaat, Bryan Kolk. Nays – none. Motion carried. ! Newaygo County Board of Commissioners March 22, 2023 APPOINTMENT MOTION NO 23-126 Motion by Ken DeLaat, second by Mike Kruithoff, to reappoint Michelle Kuikstra to the Newaygo County Jury Board for a six-year term expiring April 30, 2029. Ayes – Paul Mellema, James Maike, Mike Kruithoff, Charles Trapp, Brenda Bird, Ken DeLaat, Bryan Kolk. Nays – none. Motion carried. STANDING COMMITTEE REPORT Finance Committee CHAIRPERSON Commissioner Ken DeLaat Reported the following actions (see below): MOTION NUMBER 23-101-1 Motion by Ken DeLaat, second by Charles Trapp, to accept the proposal submitted by Modern Office Interiors to replace the office furniture and dining room chairs in the Commission on Aging building for a cost of $72,463.48, to be paid from 297.000-901.000-975.000, and authorize the Commission on Aging Director to sign any and all necessary documents. Ayes – Brenda Bird, Paul Mellema, James Maike, Mike Kruithoff, Charles Trapp, Ken DeLaat, Bryan Kolk. Nays – none. Motion carried. MOTION NUMBER 23-117 Motion by Ken DeLaat, second by Mike Kruithoff, to adopt Resolution #03-004-23 to establish Fund 284 – Opioid Settlement Fund. Ayes – Brenda Bird, Paul Mellema, James Maike, Mike Kruithoff, Charles Trapp, Ken DeLaat, Bryan Kolk. Nays – none. Motion carried. MOTION NUMBER 23-118 Motion by Ken DeLaat, second by Paul Mellema, to approve a contract with Nieboer Electric Inc. to install electric meters at White Cloud County Park for an amount not to exceed $8,120.00, and authorize the County Administrator to sign any and all necessary documents. Ayes – Brenda Bird, Paul Mellema, James Maike, Mike Kruithoff, Charles Trapp, Ken DeLaat, Bryan Kolk. Nays – none. Motion carried. MOTION – ADJOURNMENT 23-127 Motion by Brenda Bird, second by Charles Trapp, to adjourn the meeting at 11:55 a.m. Ayes – Brenda Bird, Paul Mellema, James Maike, Mike Kruithoff, Charles Trapp, Ken DeLaat, Bryan Kolk. Nays – none. Motion carried. COUNTY CLERK CERTIFICATION Jason VanderStelt, County Clerk CHAIRPERSON CERTIFICATION Bryan Kolk, Board Chair DATE CERTIFIED April 12, 2023

 

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PUBLIC NOTICE

Notice of Grant Child And Adolescent Health Center Advisory Council Meeting. This meeting is scheduled for May 3, 2023 from noon to 1 p.m. at the Grant Public Library community room at 122 S. Elder Ave., Grant. Public is invited and lunch will be provided. Please call 231-834-1350 to RSVP.

 

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SEASONAL DPW EMPLOYEE

CITY OF WHITE CLOUD

MAY-AUGUST

The City of White Cloud is hiring a seasonal DPW Employee.

Hours: Mon- Fri 7am-3:30pm

Minimum Age: 17

Must have Driver’s License

Ability to use equipment properly and safely and complete daily DPW duties around the city.

Compensation: $13/hr.

Send Resumes to April Storms, Citymanager@cityofwhitecloud.org

 

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STATE OF MICHIGAN, COUNTY OF NEWAYGO

SHERIDAN CHARTER TOWNSHIP

PUBLIC NOTICE

At their next regularly scheduled meeting, the Sheridan Charter Township Board will be considering for adoption Ordinance 23-03 and is below. The meeting will take place on May 16, 2023 at 7:00 p.m. or as soon thereafter as appropriate at the Township Hall, 6360 S. Township Parkway, Fremont, Michigan.

This notice is posted in compliance with PA 267 of 1976 as amended (Open Meetings Act), MCL 42.8, MCL 41.72a(2)(3) and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Upon 5 days notice, the Sheridan Charter Township Board will provide necessary reasonable auxiliary aids and services, such as signers for the hearing impaired and audiotapes of printed materials being considered, to those individuals with disabilities who wish to attend this meeting.

Note: Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the Sheridan Charter Township Board by writing or calling the following: Maggie Kolk, Clerk, PO Box 53, Fremont, MI 49412 or 231/924-2566. SHERIDAN CHARTER TOWNSHIP

NEWAYGO COUNTY, MICHIGAN

ORDINANCE NO. 23-03

AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE TEXT OF

THE FREMONT COMMUNITY JOINT ZONING ORDINANCE

The text amendment to the Fremont Community Joint Zoning Ordinance as recommended by the Fremont Community Joint Planning Commission at their February 28, 2023 meeting is outlined below. Strikeouts indicate deleted language. Where italics are used, they denote new or replacement language.

Section 1. Amendment

The Fremont Community Joint Zoning Ordinance of the City of Fremont, Michigan; Dayton Township, Fremont, Michigan; and Sheridan Charter Township, Fremont, Michigan, as adopted by the above jurisdictions and effective January 7, 2013, is hereby amended as follows:

CHAPTER 7, ARTICLE 1 – INSTITUTIONAL DISTRICT, SECTION 7-1.03: USES:

• Under “Government & Institutional Uses”, add “Government Services or Offices” below “Religious Institution”

A copy of the exact text will be on file with the Sheridan Charter Township Zoning Official. The Joint Zoning Ordinance of the City of Fremont, Dayton Township and Sheridan Charter Township shall be amended to reflect the above change.

Section 2. Effect

This Ordinance shall take effect, upon the adoption by the City of Fremont and the Dayton Township Board of the same amendment to the Fremont Community Joint Zoning Ordinance as referenced above, ten (10) days after the date of publication.

 

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Resolution to Proceed with

Improvements to Ryerson Lake

At a special meeting of the Ryerson Lake Improvement Board held at 7:00 pm on April 18, 2023 at Sherman Township Hall, 2168 S. Wisner Road, Fremont, Michigan.

PRESENT: Don Clark, Dale Twing, Ken Smalligan,

John Duba

ABSENT: Jim Maike

The following resolution was offered by member Twing and seconded by member Duba.

WHEREAS, a public hearing was held on the improvement program for Ryerson Lake; and

WHEREAS, it is the desire of the Ryerson Lake Improvement Board to proceed with implementation of a five-year improvement program consisting of aquatic plant control, lake management consulting, water quality monitoring, information and education, watershed management, and project administration and contingency for Ryerson Lake with an annual budget of $37,000.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT:

1. The Lake Board hereby determines that the proposed improvements are practical, and it confirms its intent to proceed with the improvements.

2. The Lake Board hereby approves the lake improvement plan and the estimate of costs for the improvements.

3. This resolution shall be published in a newspaper of general circulation in Newaygo County. The project shall not, thereafter, be subject to attack except in an action brought in a court of competent jurisdiction within 30 days after publication.

ADOPTED: AYES: Clark, Twing, Smalligan, Duba

NAYS: None

RESOLUTION DECLARED ADOPTED.

STATE OF MICHIGAN )

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COUNTY OF NEWAYGO )

I, Dale Twing, secretary of said Ryerson Lake Improvement Board, do hereby certify that this is a true and correct copy of a resolution adopted by the lake board at a meeting held on April 18, 2023.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand, this 18th day of April, 2023.

Dale Twing, Secretary Ryerson Lake Improvement Board

 

Notice of Confirmation of Special Assessment Roll

For Improvements to Ryerson Lake

TAKE NOTICE that the Ryerson Lake Improvement Board has confirmed a Special Assessment Roll for improvements to Ryerson Lake. The Special Assessment Roll in the amount of $185,000 has been prepared for the purpose of assessing the cost of aquatic plant control, lake management consulting, water quality monitoring, information and education, watershed management, and project administration and contingency over a five-year period to begin in 2024 and continue through 2028. Said Special Assessment Roll and all assessments thereon are final and conclusive unless attacked in a court of competent jurisdiction within 30 days of this notice.

This notice is being published pursuant to Part 309 of the Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act, PA 451 of 1994, as amended.

Ryerson Lake Improvement Board, Newaygo County, Michigan

 

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LILLEY TOWNSHIP

BUDGET HEARING

The Lilley Township Board will hold a public hearing on the proposed township budget for the fiscal year 2023-2024 at Lilley Township Multi- Purpose Building, 10767 N. Prospect, Bitely, Michigan on May 8, 2023 at 7:00 P.M. The property tax millage rate proposed to be levied to support the proposed budget will be subject of this hearing. A copy of the budget is available for public inspection in the Clerks Office at 10767 N. Prospect (Multi-Purpose Bldg.) Bitely, Michigan. The hearing will be one half hour before the Regular Township Board Meeting.

Fran Nelson

Lilley Township Clerk

231-345-6381

 

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GRANT PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT NOTICE

Grant Public Schools requests proposals for the design build implementation of energy management equipment, modernization, maintenance and training services for the buildings in the District, on a performance contracting basis. All proposals shall be funded through annual energy and operational savings.

Requirements for all bidders:

* Each vendor submitting a proposal must have implemented a minimum of (5) guaranteed savings / energy conservation programs with school districts in Michigan. Must also be able to document completion of the project, actual savings, and guarantee resolution. No Exceptions.

• A bank money order or bid bond must accompany all bids by a recognized surety company for not less than five percent (5%) of the amount of the bid submitted and made payable to the Owner as required by MCL 380.1267.

• Each bid must be accompanied by a sworn and notarized statement disclosing any familial relationship that exists between any employee of the bidder and / or any member of the Board of Education or Superintendent of the Freeland Community School District.

Requirements for all proposals shall include the following:

* A detailed analysis of each building which shall include the installation of energy saving equipment. The specific nature of this equipment shall be left up to the vendor.

* A written guarantee of energy and operational savings for a term of at least (5) years must be included. A detailed energy audit for each building must be included each year using base year information to illustrate guaranteed energy savings. However, the school district may elect to have the guarantee term be less than (5) years.

* Performance contractor shall provide project management responsibility and a detailed project completion schedule.

* A MANDATORY BIDDER’S CONFERENCE AND BUILDING SURVEY will be held on May 8, 2023 at 10:00 AM local time at Grant Public Schools Administrative offices at 148

S. Elder Ave, Grant MI 49327. No exceptions will be permitted. The RFP document and all necessary materials will be handed out in this meeting only.

* Final proposals must be received no later than May 25, 2023 by 2:00 PM EST local time at the

District Administrative Office

148 S Elder Ave, Grant MI 49327

• Grant Public Schools will not consider or accept a bid received after the above bid time. All bids received on time will be opened and read aloud.

* The school district reserves the right to accept or reject any or all proposals in any or all parts and waive informalities or irregularities in proposals received and to accept a proposal in the school district’s judgment that is in Grant Public School’s best interest.

• All questions regarding this Request for Proposal should be directed to Sean Seabolt, Director of Operations, at 231-373-9163

 

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CERES SOLUTIONS COOPERATIVE

HELP WANTED

Ceres Solutions Cooperative is looking for motivated individuals for seasonal employment. Truck driving and equipment operation experience desired. Must have clean driving record and pass pre-employment drug test. Please contact Nate at 231-924-4674.

 

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CITY OF NEWAYGO MINUTES SYNOPSIS

Regular Meeting of Newaygo City Council March 13, 2023

CALL TO ORDER

Mayor Fedell called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM. The meeting was held at City Hall located Mayor Fedell called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM. The meeting was held at City Hall located at 28 N. State Road, Newaygo, MI 49337.

Presiding officer: Mayor Fedell

Secretary: Clerk, Kim Goodin

Roll Call: Present: Black, Burns, DeVries, Engemann, Fedell, Johnson

Absent: Walerczyk

Motion by Burns, second by Engemann to excuse absent members. AIF/MC

Motion by Black, second by Burns to approve the agenda as presented. AIF/MC

CONSENT AGENDA

Motion by Burns, second by Johnson to approve the Consent Agenda which includes the council regular meeting minutes from 02/13/2023 and accounts payable. Roll Call: Yeas: Black, Burns, DeVries, Engemann, Fedell, Johnson Absent: Walerczyk Nay: None. CARRIED

BOARD BUSINESS

Motion by Engemann, second by Johnson to approve Ordinance 2023-02 to Rezone Parcel #62-19-19-404-002 (413 S. Division St.) to B-1 and to amend the Zoning Map of the City of Newaygo Zoning Ordinance. AIF/MC

Motion by Black, second by Burns to approve Easement Agreement with 8170 Mason Drive: Parcel #62-18-25-230-028. AIF/MC

Motion by Burns, second by Johnson to approve Resolution 2023-09 adopting certain rules and regulations to govern parks of the City of Newaygo pursuant to Section 46-4 of the City Code. AIF/MC

Motion by Black, second by Burns to approve Resolution 2023-10 setting the rental fees for the City of Newaygo Parks. AIF/MC

Motion by Burns, second by Engemann to approve Resolution 2023-11 setting the cemetery fees for the City of Newaygo Cemetery. AIF/MC

Motion by Burns, second by Black to approve the Capital Improvement Plan. AIF/MC

Schneider stated that a Consumers Energy Impact Study Information Sheet was included in packets and wanted Council’s input about possibly submitting a letter to Consumers Energy in support of the dams on the Muskegon River remaining in place. Council members said that they are generally supportive of submitting a support letter to keep the dams in place.

Motion by Burns, second by DeVries to approve Ordinance 2023-03 to amend Chapter 82-Vegetation, Article II. AIF/MC Chief Andres stated that the City must post a notice every March about process that the City will follow if residents do not maintain their lawn according to the Ordinance.

Motion by Johnson, second by Burns to approve Resolution 2023-12 appointing David Wright as Hearing Officer regarding dangerous/unsafe buildings and adding a statement that the City Manager has authority to negotiate and pay reasonable compensation for the services of the Hearing Officer. AIF/MC

Motion by Black, second by Engemann to approve the request by Family of God Community Church for the use of Brooks Park to have a concert in the park event with live music on Thursday, June 22nd from 5:00 pm-10:00 pm. AIF/MC

Motion by Burns, second by Black to approve the request by Family of God Community Church for the use of Brooks Park to have worship in the park on Sunday, July 2nd from 8:00 am-12:00 pm. AIF/MC

The Personnel Committee held its annual review process of City Manager, Jon Schneider, and written meeting minutes were in Council packets along with Schneider’s goals and accomplishments.

Motion by Burns, second by Johnson to adjourn the meeting at 9:00 PM. AIF/MC

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Legal and Public Notices ... published on May 3, 2023...

INVITATION FOR BIDS

Powerhouse roof replacement project

85 Water St, Newaygo MI

The City of Newaygo is accepting sealed bids through Thursday, May 25, 2023, 2:00pm regarding the replacement of the old powerhouse roof, located at 85 Water St, Newaygo MI. Sealed bids must be submitted and clearly labeled “Bid for Powerhouse Roof Project”. Bids must arrive to City Hall, 28 State Road, Newaygo MI 49337 by the date and time listed above.

The scope of work for the project includes, but is not limited to, complete roof removal and installation of new roof deck, standing seam metal roof along with gutter and downspouts. Projects will be bid according to specifications/plans provided by the City of Newaygo. Specifications/plans and bidding forms can be picked up at City Hall, 28 State Rd, Newaygo, Michigan, 49337 or forms and information can also be found at the following web address:

https://www.newaygo.gov/public-notices.php

Any addendums to the bidding documents will be posted at the web address above. Please check for addendums before submitting bid.

Prospective bidders can walk the site at any time. Access to the interior of the building will need to be scheduled by contacting City Manager Jon Schneider at jons@newaygocity.org or

231-652-1657 ext 211. Questions about the project can be directed to the City Manager.

The City of Newaygo reserves the right to accept or reject any and all bids, or to award on any or all items, as is in the best interest of the City of Newaygo. Bids will be opened on the bid due date and time in the City Hall Council Chambers located at the City Hall address mentioned above.

The City of Newaygo is an equal opportunity provider.

Kim Goodin, Clerk

City of Newaygo

 

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CITY OF NEWAYGO MINUTES SYNOPSIS

Special Meeting of Newaygo City Council March 27, 2023

CALL TO ORDER

Mayor Fedell called the special meeting to order at 7:00 PM. The meeting was held at City Hall located at 28 N. State Road, Newaygo, MI 49337.

Presiding officer: Mayor Fedell

Secretary: Clerk, Kim Goodin

Roll Call: Present: Black, Burns, DeVries, Fedell, Johnson, Walerczyk

Absent: Engemann

Motion by Burns, second by Johnson to excuse absent members. AIF/MC

Motion by Walerczyk, second by Burns to approve the agenda as presented. AIF/MC

BOARD BUSINESS

Motion by Black, second by Burns to approve the Mason Dr. water and sewer pipe extension project (Burger King to AM Floral) and awarding the project to Dan’s Excavating Service in the amount of $62,875.00. Roll Call: Yeas: Black, Burns, DeVries, Fedell, Johnson, Walerczyk Absent: Engemann Nay: None CARRIED

Motion by Johnson, second by Black to approve authorizing the City Manager, Mayor or City Clerk to approve and sign construction contract, change orders, notice of award, notice to proceed, payment requests, and any other relevant documents to bring the Mason Dr. water and sewer pipe extension project to completion stating that an increase of more than 20% to the project cost shall require Council approval. AIF/MC

Motion by Burns, second by Walerczyk to approve the Brooks St. sewer lateral project (599 W. Brooks St.) and awarding the project to SPS Pro Plumbing in the amount of $36,000.00. Roll Call: Yeas: Black, Burns, DeVries, Fedell, Johnson, Walerczyk Absent: Engemann Nay: None CARRIED

Motion by Burns, second by DeVries to approve authorizing the City Manager, Mayor or City Clerk to approve and sign construction contract, change orders, notice of award, notice to proceed, payment requests, and any other relevant documents to bring the Brooks St. sewer lateral project to completion stating that an increase of more than 20% to the project cost shall require Council approval. AIF/MC

Motion by Walerczyk, second by Burns to adjourn the meeting at 7:12 PM. AIF/MC

 

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NOTICE OF

PUBLIC HEARING

On Monday, May 8, 2023, at 8:00 a.m., the Newaygo County Road Commission will be holding a Public Hearing at their offices located at 935 East One Mile Road, White Cloud, MI 49349, for the following proposed projects:

Lincoln Township

• Grand Blvd. North of 3 Mile Rd. approx. 900 ft. - Grub, Grade and Gravel

Garfield Township

• Wisner Ave. South of 92nd St. approx. 0.3 mile - Grub, Grade and Dolomite

Anyone wishing to give comment is welcome to do so at this time. Written comments are welcome and should be sent to 935 East One Mile Road, White Cloud, MI 49349.

Further information about these projects may be obtained at the Road Commission offices by calling 231-689-6682.

BOARD OF COUNTY ROAD COMMISSIONERS

OF NEWAYGO COUNTY

William Gonyon, Chairman

Douglas Harmon, Vice-Chairman

Lee Fetterley, Commissioner

 

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NOTICE TO BIDDERS

The Board of County Road Commissioners of Newaygo County will receive sealed bids at their office at 935 East One Mile Road, White Cloud, MI 49349, until 8:00 a.m. on Monday, May 8, 2023, for the following

• Asphalt Paving, various locations within Newaygo County

• MDOT Hot Mix Asphalt Skip Milling and Paving, M-37 from 3 Mile to 7 Mile

• 22A Gravel, various locations within Newaygo County

• Limestone, various locations within Newaygo County

• MDOT Spec Class II Sand, Catalpa Ave North of Baseline Rd. (M-20)

Specifications and bid forms may be obtained at the Road Commission offices during regular business hours or by visiting www.newaygoroads.org.

BOARD OF COUNTY ROAD COMMISSIONERS

OF NEWAYGO COUNTY

William Gonyon, Chairman

Douglas Harmon, Vice-Chairman

Lee Fetterley, Commissioner

 

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Newaygo County Board of Commissioners OFFICIAL MINUTES MOTIONS ONLY April 12, 2023 9:30 A.M. CALL TO ORDER, PRAYER, & PLEDGE Meeting called to order by Chairperson Bryan Kolk, at 9:30 a.m., with Prayer by Newaygo County Clerk, Jason VanderStelt, and Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag led by Commissioner Ken DeLaat. COMMISSIONERS PRESENT Brenda Bird, Paul Mellema, Mike Kruithoff, James Maike, Charles Trapp, Ken DeLaat, Bryan Kolk AGENDA - MOTION NUMBER 23-151 Motion by Charles Trapp, second by Mike Kruithoff, to approve the agenda for April 12, 2023. Ayes – Brenda Bird, Paul Mellema, James Maike, Mike Kruithoff, Charles Trapp, Ken DeLaat, Bryan Kolk. Nays – none. Motion carried. CONSENT AGENDA MOTION NO. 23-152 Motion by Brenda Bird, second by Mike Kruithoff, to approve the Consent Agenda dated April 12, 2023, including: the regular meeting minutes dated March 22, 2023; the Semi-Monthly Detail Analysis dated April 5, 2023. Ayes – Paul Mellema, James Maike, Mike Kruithoff, Charles Trapp, Brenda Bird, Ken DeLaat, Bryan Kolk. Nays – none. Motion carried. STANDING COMMITTEE REPORT Finance Committee CHAIRPERSON Commissioner Ken DeLaat Reported the following actions (see below): MOTION NUMBER 23-130-1 Motion by Ken DeLaat, second by Brenda Bird, to approve the Commission on Aging’s participation in the MDHHS Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program, authorize payment of $31,125.00 to the State of Michigan for coupons, and authorize the Chairman of the Board and the Commission on Aging Director to sign any and all of the necessary documents. Ayes – Brenda Bird, Paul Mellema, James Maike, Mike Kruithoff, Charles Trapp, Ken DeLaat, Bryan Kolk. Nays – none. Motion carried. MOTION NUMBER 23-131-1 Motion by Ken DeLaat, second by Mike Kruithoff, to eliminate three part-time Bus Driver positions (Manning Table #6730055, #6730056, #6730057), Pay Grade 3 from Commission on Aging’s manning table. Ayes – Brenda Bird, Paul Mellema, James Maike, Mike Kruithoff, Charles Trapp, Ken DeLaat, Bryan Kolk. Nays – none. Motion carried. MOTION NUMBER 23-132-1 Motion by Ken DeLaat, second by Charles Trapp, to add three full-time Transit Bus Operator positions (Manning Table #6720020, #6720021, #6720022) Pay Grade 4 to Commission on Aging’s manning table. Said positions will be covered under the Teamsters Local 214 if approved by the Union. Ayes – Brenda Bird, Paul Mellema, James Maike, Mike Kruithoff, Charles Trapp, Ken DeLaat, Bryan Kolk. Nays – none. Motion carried. MOTION NUMBER 23-149 Motion by Ken DeLaat, second by James Maike, to accept the FY 2023 Rural Task Force 14 funding up to $193,000.00, and authorize the Commission on Aging Director or the Board of Commissioners Chair to sign any and all necessary documents. Ayes – Brenda Bird, Paul Mellema, James Maike, Mike Kruithoff, Charles Trapp, Ken DeLaat, Bryan Kolk. Nays – none. Motion carried. MOTION NUMBER 23-137 Motion by Ken DeLaat, second by Charles Trapp, to change the appropriation amount for the Jail Renovations Project from $584,939.00 to $621,297.00; money to come from the allocated amount ! Newaygo County Board of Commissioners April 12, 2023 MOTION NUMBER 23-137 Motion by Ken DeLaat, second by Charles Trapp, to change the appropriation amount for the Jail Renovations Project from $584,939.00 to $621,297.00; money to come from the allocated amount for this project using Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery funds (SLFRF). Ayes – Brenda Bird, Paul Mellema, James Maike, Mike Kruithoff, Charles Trapp, Ken DeLaat, Bryan Kolk. Nays – none. Motion carried. MOTION NUMBER 23-138 Motion by Ken DeLaat, second by Paul Mellema, to appropriate an amount not to exceed $250,000.00 for improvements to the Administration Building B Wing; money to come from the allocated amount for this project using Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery funds (SLFRF). Ayes – Brenda Bird, Paul Mellema, James Maike, Mike Kruithoff, Charles Trapp, Ken DeLaat, Bryan Kolk. Nays – none. Motion carried. MOTION NUMBER 23-139 Motion by Ken DeLaat, second by Charles Trapp, to approve the 3-year subscription renewal with DebtBook for a total cost of $52,500.00 and authorize the County Administrator to sign any and all of the necessary documents. Ayes – Brenda Bird, Paul Mellema, James Maike, Mike Kruithoff, Charles Trapp, Ken DeLaat, Bryan Kolk. Nays – none. Motion carried. MOTION NUMBER 23-140 Motion by Ken DeLaat, second by Mike Kruithoff, to approve Resolution #04-006-23 authorizing the execution of a Michigan State-Subdivision Agreement for allocation of settlement agreements, and authorize the Board Chairman and County Administrator to sign any and all of the necessary documents. Ayes – Brenda Bird, Paul Mellema, James Maike, Mike Kruithoff, Charles Trapp, Ken DeLaat, Bryan Kolk. Nays – none. Motion carried. MOTION NUMBER 23-141 Motion by Ken DeLaat, second by Brenda Bird, to approve the amended 2023 Public Defender Agreement for the 78th District Court authorizing Attorney Christine Frisbie to take over the 16.65% previously assigned to Attorney David Jaunese, effective March 15, 2023, through December 31, 2023, and authorize the Board Chairman to sign any and all necessary documents. Ayes – Brenda Bird, Paul Mellema, James Maike, Mike Kruithoff, Charles Trapp, Ken DeLaat, Bryan Kolk. Nays – none. Motion carried. MOTION NUMBER 23-142 Motion by Ken DeLaat, second by James Maike, to approve a contract with the Newaygo County Road Commission to complete trail clearing and tread construction on segment one on Michigan’s Dragon at Hardy Dam, at an amount not to exceed $64,286.25, and authorize the County Administrator to sign any and all necessary documents. Ayes – Brenda Bird, Paul Mellema, James Maike, Mike Kruithoff, Charles Trapp, Ken DeLaat, Bryan Kolk. Nays – none. Motion carried. MOTION NUMBER 23-143 Motion by Ken DeLaat, second by Charles Trapp, to approve a Memorandum of Understanding between the Newaygo County Parks Commission and NCATS to test Wi-Fi improvements at Ed H. Henning County Park during the 2023 camping season, and authorize the County Administrator to sign any and all documents. Ayes – Brenda Bird, Paul Mellema, James Maike, Mike Kruithoff, Charles Trapp, Ken DeLaat, Bryan Kolk. Nays – none. Motion carried. MOTION NUMBER 23-144 Motion by Ken DeLaat, second by Paul Mellema, to eliminate the full-time position of Finance Director (#1720002), pay grade 10 from the Administration Office Manning Table, effective May 1, 2023. Ayes – Brenda Bird, Paul Mellema, James Maike, Mike Kruithoff, Charles Trapp, Ken DeLaat, Bryan Kolk. Nays – none. Motion carried. MOTION NUMBER 23-145 ! Newaygo County Board of Commissioners April 12, 2023 MOTION NUMBER 23-145 Motion by Ken DeLaat, second by Mike Kruithoff, to approve the full-time position of Chief Financial Officer (#1720014) in the Administration Office at a Pay Grade 12 and amend the Administration Office Manning Table accordingly. Motion to become effective May 1, 2023. Ayes – Brenda Bird, Paul Mellema, James Maike, Mike Kruithoff, Charles Trapp, Ken DeLaat, Bryan Kolk. Nays – none. Motion carried. MOTION NUMBER 23-146 Motion by Ken DeLaat, second by Charles Trapp, to create a Sergeant’s position (#3010052) and amend the Sheriff’s Office Manning Table accordingly. Said position will be covered under the Command Officers Association of Michigan Union. Ayes – None. Nays – Brenda Bird, Paul Mellema, James Maike, Mike Kruithoff, Charles Trapp, Ken DeLaat, Bryan Kolk. Motion failed. MOTION NUMBER 23-147 Motion by Ken DeLaat, second by Paul Mellema, to approve the Newaygo County Work Related Medical Certification Policy for Physically Demanding and/or Safety Sensitive Positions (HR-40). Ayes – Brenda Bird, Paul Mellema, James Maike, Mike Kruithoff, Charles Trapp, Ken DeLaat, Bryan Kolk. Nays – none. Motion carried. MOTION NUMBER 23-148 Motion by Ken DeLaat, second by Charles Trapp, to approve the Newaygo County Website and Social Media Policy for County-Maintained Sites (ADM-2). Ayes – Brenda Bird, Paul Mellema, James Maike, Mike Kruithoff, Charles Trapp, Ken DeLaat, Bryan Kolk. Nays – none. Motion carried. MOTION – ADJOURNMENT 23-153 Motion by Mike Kruithoff, second by Charles Trapp, to adjourn the meeting at 10:30 a.m. Ayes – Brenda Bird, Paul Mellema, James Maike, Mike Kruithoff, Charles Trapp, Ken DeLaat, Bryan Kolk. Nays – none. Motion carried. COUNTY CLERK CERTIFICATION Jason VanderStelt, County Clerk CHAIRPERSON CERTIFICATION Bryan Kolk, Board Chair DATE CERTIFIED April 27, 2023

 

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LILLEY TOWNSHIP

NOTICE OF TOWN HALL MEETING

Notice is hereby given that the Township of Lilley will hold a Town Hall meeting for the purpose of discussing and gathering comments in the disposition of the VFW Building located in the Town Square Park area.

The meeting is scheduled for 7:30 PM on Thursday May 11, 2023 at the Multi-Purpose/Town Hall located at 10767 N Prospect St. Bitely MI 49309

Written comments may be addressed to the Township Supervisor at the above address and must be received before the meeting on May 11, 2023.

You are encouraged to attend

 

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

THE GRANT TOWNSHIP PLANNING COMMISSION

(Draft New Zoning Ordinance)

Notice is hereby given that the Grant Township Planning Commission will conduct a public hearing on May 18, 2023, at 7:00 p.m. for the purpose of receiving public comments on a proposed new Zoning Ordinance and Zoning Map for Grant Township to replace the existing Zoning Ordinance and Zoning Map adopted on October 30, 1992, as amended, pursuant to the Michigan Zoning Enabling Act, Public Act 110 of 2006, as amended. The public hearing will be held at the Grant Township Hall at 1617 E. 120th Street in Grant Township. Comments may be made in person during the public hearing, or written comments may be submitted beforehand. Written comments should be received by the Township by 12:00 p.m. (noon) on the day of the public hearing and addressed to the Grant Township Planning Commission, 1617 E. 120th Street, Grant, Michigan 49327, or emailed to clerk@granttownship.org.

A summary of the proposed new Zoning Ordinance is as follows:

Article 1: Title, Purpose, and Scope.

This Article discusses the title and purposes regarding the proposed new Zoning Ordinance and Zoning Map. The new Ordinance shall be known as the “Grant Township Zoning Ordinance.” There are multiple purposes and intents supporting the new Zoning Ordinance and Zoning Map.

Article 2: Definitions.

This Article contains the definitions of various words, phrases, and clauses for purposes of the Zoning Ordinance.

Article 3: General Provisions.

This Article contains regulations that apply to a variety of different uses, activities, buildings and structures in some or all zoning districts, including, but not limited to, accessory structures, applications and escrow amounts, domestic animals and fowl, lot areas, wireless communications towers, corner lots, dwelling units, floodplains, yard descriptions, fences and walls, swimming pools, greenbelts, home-based businesses, land divisions, lots of record, regulations for single-family dwellings, mobile-homes, mobile food vending units (food trucks), multiple uses of buildings, on-site sewage treatment facilities, public services, outdoor wood burning units, nuisance, private roads, condominiums and condominium subdivisions, lighting, dumpsters, short-term rentals, site development plan review, solar energy systems, sewer and water, clear vision corners, lot width, lot coverage, certain large scale residential developments, wind energy systems, temporary buildings and structures, yard and outdoor sales, working and storage surface regulations,.

Article 3A: Open Space Development Regulations and General Provisions.

This Article describes, governs, and provides for the development of large open space developments with protected open space plans. It lays out the qualifying conditions, districts they are promoted in, review procedures, site development standards, requirements, and approval process.

Article 4. Nonconforming Lots, Uses, and Structures.

This Article contains regulations and requirements for nonconforming lots, nonconforming uses, nonconforming buildings and structures, and related matters.

Article 5: Establishment of Zoning Districts.

Among other matters, this Article establishes various zoning districts and sets rules regarding the interpretation of district boundaries, zoning, and buildings and land affected.

Article 6. Zoning District Regulations.

This Article contains a breakdown of each zoning district’s regulations, permitted uses, special land uses, and dimensional requirements for each zoning district. These districts are labeled “A – Agricultural District,” R-R – Rural Residential District,” L-R Lake Residential District,” “C- General Commerical District,” and “I – Industrial District.”

Article 7. Signage Regulations.

This Article governs and regulates a variety of different matters regarding signs and signage, including, but not limited to, defining certain types of signs, general sign regulations, and standards, exempted signs, prohibited signs, signs by zoning district, additional signs allowed in all zoning districts, billboards, and lawful nonconforming signs.

Article 8. Off-Street Parking and Loading.

This Article contains numerous regulations regarding off-street parking and loading, including general provisions, the off-street parking requirements of particular land uses, the method of calculation of the amount of off-street parking which is necessary for specific land uses, the area of off-street parking and driveway requirements, parking exceptions, an off-street loading, and unloading.

Article 9. Special Land Uses.

This Article contains standards and regulations for the application of special land uses and standards for review and approval of special land uses. Also, standards pertaining to specific land uses, including, but not limited to, removal of mineral and natural resources from the land, landfills, salvage yards, institutional uses, outdoor recreation entertainment facilities, agricultural service establishments, bed & breakfasts, migrant housing, off-road vehicle trails and parks, automobile service repair and sales facilities, group homes and foster care group homes.

Article 10. Planned Unit Development.

This Article contains the regulations, specifications, procedures, and other matters regarding the Planned Unit Developments (PUD), including project phasing, performance guarantees, PUD amendments, the commencement of construction, and similar matters.

Article 11. Zoning Board of Appeals.

This Article authorizes and regulates the Zoning Board of Appeals, specifies the powers of the ZBA, addresses the creation and membership of the ZBA and its organization, specifies the jurisdiction of the ZBA, conditions of approval, rules of procedure, conflict of interest, advisory opinions, and addresses a variety of other matters regarding the ZBA.

Article 12. Administration and Enforcement.

This Article contains matters regarding administration and enforcement of the zoning Ordinance related to the zoning administrator, permits, planning commission, public hearings and notices, amendments, fees and applicant escrow accounts, performance guarantees, enforcement, certificate of occupancy, stop work orders, zoning agreements; conditional rezoning, time limits, proof of ownership, surveys, and representations and promises of developers and property owners, revocations or termination of zoning approvals, severability, no administrative liability, non-estoppel and non-waiver, repealer, and effective date.

Article 13. Amendments and Adoption.

This Article outlines the requirements and procedures for amending the Grant Township Zoning Ordinance, the application fees involved, the types of amendments, and adoption.

Article 14. Miscellaneous Provisions.

This Article contains the Zoning Ordinance’s severability of provision that if any provision in this Ordinance is declared invalid, it will not declare the Zoning Ordinance invalid except for that specific provision.

Article 15. Effective Date.

This Article declares that any prior Ordinance previously administered in Grant Township is now repealed by this amended Ordinance and will go into effect within seven days after the publication of a notice of adoption to be posted into a newspaper of general circulation.

A full copy of the proposed Zoning Ordinance and Zoning Map can be reviewed, inspected, or purchased at the Grant Township Hall during regular business hours, Tuesday and Thursdays, 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., or viewed via the Grant Township website at www.granttownship.org. Grant Township will provide necessary auxiliary aids and services at the hearing, such as signers for the hearing impaired, upon seven (7) days prior notice to the Township by writing or calling Gladys Veltkamp, Grant Township Clerk, 1617 East 120th Street in Grant Township; Telephone (231) 834-8033. This notice is disseminated and posted pursuant to the Michigan Zoning Enabling Act, PA 110 of 2006, as amended.

Respectfully submitted by,

Gladys Veltkamp Grant Township Clerk

 

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GRANT PUBLIC SCHOOLS

GRANT, MICHIGAN

POSTING NOTICE

OPEN COACHING POSITIONS

Freshman Volleyball Coach

High School Competitive Cheer

Head Coach

High School Sideline Cheer

Head Coach

Among other criteria, applicant must:

• Have successful experience as a coach at the interscholastic level.

• Possess qualities of leadership, organizational ability, and reflect a spirit of cooperation in working with student athletes, staff and administration

Anyone interested in this position should send a letter of interest and resume

by noon on Friday, May 19, 2023, to:

Grant Administration Office

148 S. Elder Avenue

Grant, MI 49327

 

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PUBLIC NOTICE

EVERETT TOWNSHIP

NEWAYGO COUNTY, MICHIGAN

The Everett Township Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) will conduct a public hearing during a special meeting to be held on Wednesday, May 24th, 2023, at 7:30 pm. The subject of the public hearing will be to review a denial by the Zoning Administrator of a request for an area variance for a platted 2-acre lot located at 126 E. Echo Drive, Parcel #62-15-06-355-004. The property owner has asked to divide the lot into two 1-acre parcels. This is contrary to the current ordinance which allows nothing less than 2-acre parcels in the Residential Zoning District.

The hearing will be held at the Everett Township Hall, 1516 E. 8th Street, White Cloud, Michigan 49349. Written comments may be sent to the above address (Attn: ZBA) and will be accepted until the time of the meeting.

Curtis A. Chaffee, ZBA Secretary

Everett Township, Newaygo County

 

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DAYTON TOWNSHIP

Dayton township board invites residents of Dayton township to a informational meeting May 4, 2023 at 7:00 PM. Plans for the townhall addition will be available

for viewing and comment.

Jean Stroven, Clerk

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Legal and Public Notices ... published on May 10, 2023...