Martin Township

Allegan County

ORDINANCES

Winter Weather….

The Republic Services of Martin will not be able to get to all the streets today but will continue to monitor each day throughout the week until they are able to service the community. Below is a description of the streets we are going to be unable to service today.

Streets – 120,122,114,112, between division ave. and 131 will not be done. Also all north / south roads are not plowed so they will not be done.  If weather permits and roads are plowed they plan on going back Tuesday to finish.

Winter Weather Continued….

The Republic Services are still having problems getting down the north/south roads today due to the drifting snow. They are planning on sending a truck back tomorrow to get the remainder of the stops serviced.

Winter Weather…

Republic Services is going to finish the route on Thursday the 9th.

THE MARTIN TOWNSHIP BOARD WILL HOLD A SPECIAL MEETING ON APRIL 30, 2014 AT 6:00 P.M.

THE MARTIN TOWNSHIP BOARD WILL HOLD A SPECIAL MEETING ON APRIL 30, 2014 AT 6:00 P.M. AT MARTIN TOWNSHIP HALL LOCATED AT 998 TEMPLETON STREET, MARTIN MI

THE PURPOSE OF THE SPECIAL MEETING IS TO CONSIDER AND ACT UPON A RESOLUTION APPROVING AND CERTIFYING A MILLAGE PROPOSAL FOR SUBMISSION TO TOWNSHIP VOTERS AT THE AUGUST 2014 ELECTION AND ANY RELATED MATTERS 

Martin Township
998 Templeton Street
Martin, Michigan 49070
(269) 672-5027

Carrie Coburn, Martin Township Clerk

Posted by Carrie Coburn on April 29, 2014 at 4:00 p.m.

Martin Township Budget Workshop

Martin Township Board will be holding a Budget Workshop to discuss the budget for the 2014/2015 fiscal year. The meeting will be held on Wednesday, May 28, 2014 at 6:00p.m. at the Township Hall located at 998 Templeton.

Carrie Coburn, Martin Township Clerk

Notice of Public Accuracy Test for the August 5, 2014 Election

Notice is hereby given, that Public Accuracy Tests for the August 5, 2014 Election, will be conducted:

Thursday, July 24, 2014 at in the Wayland City Council Chamber, 103 So. Main St, for the following jurisdictions:

  • Hopkins Township Leighton Township
  • Martin Township Monterey Township
  • Salem Township Watson Township
  • Wayland City Wayland Township
  • Dorr Township

The Public Accuracy Test is conducted to demonstrate that the program and the tabulators that will be used to tabulate the results of the election have been prepared in accordance with the law.

****CANCELLED****Special Meeting to be held on October 16th at 7pm

****THIS MEETING HAS BEEN CANCELLED****Martin Township board will have a special meeting on October 16, 2014 at 7:00 p.m. to discuss road issues with the Allegan County road commission. the meeting will be held at the Allegan County road commission office located at 1308 lincoln road, Allegan MI 49010

SPECIAL MEETING ON OCTOBER 30, 2014 AT 7:00 P.M

MARTIN TOWNSHIP BOARD WILL HAVE A SPECIAL MEETING ON OCTOBER 30, 2014 AT 7:00 P.M.  TO DISCUSS ROAD ISSUES WITH THE ALLEGAN COUNTY ROAD COMMISSION.  THE MEETING WILL BE HELD AT THE ALLEGAN COUNTY ROAD COMMISSION OFFICE LOCATED AT 1308 LINCOLN ROAD, ALLEGAN MI  49010

SPECIAL MEETING ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 25, 2014 AT 5:00 PM

THE PURPOSE OF THE SPECIAL MEETING IS TO CONSIDER AND ACT UPON A RESOLUTION TO APPROVE SUBMITTING A GRANT APPLICATION TO THE MICHIGAN TOWNSHIP PARTICIPATING PLAN RISK REDUCTION GRANT PROGRAM AND ANY OTHER BUSINESS.

THE MEETING WILL BE HELD AT MARTIN TOWNSHIP HALL LOCATED AT 998 TEMPLETON STREET, MARTIN MI 49070, 269-672-7663.

SPECIAL MEETING ON DECEMBER 1, 2014 AT 6:30 PM

THE PURPOSE OF THE SPECIAL MEETING IS TO MEET AND DISCUSS ANY ISSUES OR CONCERNS WITH THE FIRE DEPARTMENT.

THE MEETING WILL BE HELD AT MARTIN TOWNSHIP HALL LOCATED AT 998 TEMPLETON STREET, MARTIN MI 49070, 269-672-7663.

SPECIAL MEETING ON JANUARY 28, 2015 AT 6:30 P.M.

BOARD REQUESTS MARTIN TOWNSHIP BOARD TO HOLD A SPECIAL MEETING ON JANUARY 28, 2015 AT 6:30 P.M.

THE PURPOSE OF THE SPECIAL MEETING IS TO CONSIDER AND ACT UPON A RESOLUTION APPROVING AND CERTIFYING A MILLAGE PROPOSAL FOR SUBMISSION TO TOWNSHIP VOTERS AT THE MAY 5, 2015 SPECIAL ELECTION AND TO DISCUSS 12TH STREET CONSTRUCTION AND MISC BUSINESS. THE MEETING WILL BE HELD AT MARTIN TOWNSHIP HALL LOCATED AT 998 TEMPLETON STREET, MARTIN MI 49070, 269672-5027.

BUDGET WORKSHOP 2015

MARTIN TOWNSHIP BOARD WILL MEET FOR THE 2015/2016 BUDGET WORKSHOP ON MAY 20, 2015 AT 6:00 P.M. AT THE TOWNSHIP HALL LOCATED AT 998 TEMPLETON.

MARTIN TOWNSHIP TRASH DAY

Martin Township’s Trash Day will be held on Saturday, May 16, 2015 from 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. located at the Township hall at 998 Templeton Street, Martin MI  49070.

Notice of Public Accuracy Test for the May 5, 2015 Election

Notice is hereby given, that Public Accuracy Tests for the May 5, 2015 Election, will be conducted:

Thursday, April 30, 2015 at 1:30 PM in the

Wayland City Council Chamber, 103 So. Main St,

for the following jurisdictions:

Hopkins Township
Leighton Township
Martin Township
Monterey Township
Salem Township
Watson Township
Wayland City
Wayland Township
Dorr Township

The Public Accuracy Test is conducted to demonstrate that the program and the tabulator that will be used to tabulate the results of the election have been prepared in accordance with the law.

SPECIAL MEETING AND PUBLIC HEARING RESCHEDULE

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT the Monday Martin Township Board meeting has been cancelled, and will take place on Thursday, December 17, 2015, beginning at 6:30 p.m. at the Martin Township Hall, located at 998 Templeton Street, Martin, Michigan 49070, regarding a proposed amendment to the Martin Township Zoning Ordinance (Article III, Section 3.1 and Article IV, adding a new Section 4.33). The effect of the amendment if approved would be to define and regulate the use of medical marihuana within the Township in accordance with state law. Copies of the proposed amendment can be inspected or obtained at the Martin Township offices at 998 Templeton Street, Martin, Michigan 49070 during normal business hours or by contacting the Township Clerk at (269) 672-5027.  Written comments will be accepted by the Township Board up until the close of the hearing.  Public comment and input is encouraged.

SPECIAL MEETING RESCHEDULE

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT The Dec 17 meeting has been rescheduled again due to conflict. The new date is January 4, 2016 – same time at 6:30 pm.

Items Not Accepted on Trash Day

The following items are not accepted on Trash Day, please find another means of disposing  of these items:

  • Tires
  • Refrigerators / Freezers
  • Air Conditioners
  • Paint
  • Hazardous Materials
  • Batteries
  • Propane Tanks
  • Household Garbage

Mowing Bid

Martin Township is seeking bids for mowing – Cemetery’s, Township, Library, and vacant lot across street. Also to include Spring and Fall clean-up. April 15, 2016 to November 11, 2016.

If interested, please respond by April 11, 2016. Send bid to Martin Township Clerk “Mowing Bid” PO Box 27, Martin MI. 49070.

Direct any questions to Rachelle Smit at 616-490-1074.

Filing Deadline for Partisan & Non-Partisan Offices

Filing deadline for Partisan  & Non-Partisan Offices, Tuesday April 19, 2016. The Clerk will be at the Township Hall from 2p.m.-4p.m. to accept them. Any questions please contact the Clerk at 616-490-1074.

Town Hall Meeting

Town Hall meeting May 11, 2016 at 6:00 p.m. Mary Whiteford will be there to answer any questions or concerns our residents may have. Regular Board meeting will begin at 6:30 p.m.

Public Notice

The 2016/2017 Budget Hearing, will be held June 8, 2016, at the Township Hall – 998 Templeton Martin MI. 49070 at 6:30 p.m.

Please Note – there has been a Truth N Taxation Hearing published in the Penasee Globe that has been cancelled, as part of the Budget Hearing June 8, 2016 at 6:30 p.m.

Township Assessor Application

Martin Township is accepting applications for Township Assessor.

Martin Township has 1,600 parcels, with a SEV of approximately 124,088,391.

The Assessor must have at least 3 years of experience and be a MCAO certified or higher. Experience in BS&A Assessing, NET and Apex.  Will comply with the Michigan State Tax Commission’s rules and suggested annual on-site inspections of 20% of each class of parcels per year.

Qualified applicants may submit their resume to the Township Clerk at PO Box 27 Martin, MI 49070 by August 8, 2016.

Martin Township is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Notice of Public Accuracy Test for the August 2, 2016 Election

TO THE QUALIFIED ELECTORS OF THE:

Hopkins Township                      Leighton Township

Martin Township                        Monterey Township

Salem Township                        Watson Township

Wayland City                              Wayland Township

Dorr Township

COUNTY OF ALLEGAN, STATE OF MICHIGAN 

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Public Accuracy Test for the August 2, 2016, Election has been scheduled for: Thursday, July 21, 2016at 2:00 PM, in the Wayland City Council Chamber, 103 So. Main St,Wayland, Michigan.  

The Public Accuracy Test is conducted to demonstrate that the program, and the tabulator that will be used to tabulate the results of the election have been prepared in accordance with the law.

Registration Closing Date

The Close of Registration will be October 11, 2016 for the November 8, 2016, Presidential Primary Election. Please Contact the Clerk, Rachelle Smit at 616-490-1074 if you need to register to vote or request an Absentee Ballot.

Allegan County Electronic Waste and Hazardous Collection

Martin Township will be participating in the Allegan County Electronic Waste and Hazardous Waste collection, please see the drop off information below.

When – October 22, 2016 from 9a.m.-12 p.m.

Where – Otsego City ; DPW

 Any Recycling questions, please Call Ben Williams @ 269-686-4559

Halloween Festivities

Halloween Festivities Monday, October 31, 2016

Trick or Treating traditionally begins at 4:30 p.m.-7:30p.m.

You are invited to attend the Fire Department Open House from 5:00-7:30 p.m. that evening for free hot dogs, brats, and many more other treats.

Martin Township Snowplow Bids Season 2016/2017

Martin Township will be accepting Snowplow bids for the season 2016/2017.

Please send bids by November 1, 2016, to Martin Township Clerk- Attn. Rachelle Smit -Snowplow Bid, PO Box 27 Martin, Mi. 49070.

Any questions, you may contact the Clerk at 616-490-1074. Thank you.

Public Accuracy Test for the November 8, 2016 Presidential Election

Public Accuracy Test for the November 8, 2016 Presidential Election will be held at the Wayland Township Hall November 1, 2016 1:30 p.m. The Public Accuracy Test is conducted to demonstrate that the program and the tabulator that will be used to tabulate the results of the Election have been prepared in accordance with the law.

Regular Board Meeting Canceled

The Martin Township Regular Board Meeting has been cancelled tonight, March 8, 2017, due to weather conditions and power outages.

Informational Meeting at Gun Lake

An informational meeting will be held for the Gun Lake Dam project on April 15, 2017 at 10:00a.m. located at Yankee Springs Township Hall; 284 N Briggs Rd, Middleville, MI 49333.

Martin Township Trash Day

Martin Township Trash Day will be held May 20, 2017, from 9:00a.m.- 3:00p.m. Dumpsters will be located at the Township Hall:

998 Templeton St.
Martin, MI 49070

River 2 River Trail Plan Meetings

Information on the River 2 River Trail Plans and schedule for upcoming meetings will be:

Public Meeting 1
Wednesday, May 17, 2017 | 5-7 p.m.
Cooper Township Hall (Public Open House Meeting)

Public Meeting 2
Wednesday, July 12, 2017 | 5-7 p.m.
Byron Township Hall

Public Meeting 3
Wednesday, August 9, 2017 | 5-7 p.m.
Wayland Union High School Fine Arts Center

Public Meeting 4
Thursday, September 14, 2017 | 5-7 p.m.
Plainwell City Hall

YOUR input is needed as the River 2 River Trail Plan seeks to determine a trail route linking Grand Rapids and Kalamazoo.

Thank You – East Martin Youth Group

Martin Township Board would like to express a BIG thank you to the East Martin Youth Group, for their help and support in our community on Trash Day. Saturday about 20 kids went around collecting garbage and debris. We appreciate the serve projects within this community and the work of the young people. THANK YOU!!

Bike Found

***FOUND***

Bike located at the Township Hall, please contact us if you have any questions.

269-672-5027

Senior Services Available

Senior Guidance is an organization dedicated to providing helpful senior living resources for the elderly. Please see the attached link for any information relating to services available for senior living in Michigan, outlines helpful state programs for seniors and allows to find assisted living facilities in every city, town and village in Michigan.

Click here for more information.

Don Black at the Martin Township Library

County Commissioner, Don Black will be at Martin Township Library, October 23 at 6:00 p.m. to help advise or answer any questions to interested candidates in taking over the position as 7th District County Commissioner after Don’s retirement.

SNOWPLOWING FOR WINTER

MARTIN TOWNSHIP IS SEEKING BIDS FOR SNOWPLOWING FOR WINTER 2017/2018.  IF INTERESTED PLEASE RESPOND BY NOVEMBER 8, 2017.  SEND BID TO MARTIN TOWNSHIP CLERK “SNOWPLOW BID” PO BOX 27, MARTIN MI  49070.  ANY QUESTIONS PLEASE CONTACT RACHELLE SMIT AT 616-490-1074.

!!!Job Opening!!!

Martin Township Library is seeking to fill our Library Assistant Director position as soon as February 1, 2018. The position is 20 hours a week at $10.00 per hour. This special person should have a passion for the Library and the community, love books, be flexible with hours, hardworking, like people and have mad computer skills. For a full job description please email Alicia Kershaw by clicking here. Resumes with a cover letter may also be sent to Alicia.

Meeting Cancelled

The Martin Township Regular Board meeting will be cancelled Wednesday February 14th, 2018.

Jim Brenner Passes Away

With much sadness, Martin Township’s Trustee board member, Jim Brenner, passed away. Jim faithfully served on the Township board for over 30 years! He was a great leader in this community and will be deeply missed!

For any further information regarding funeral arrangements, please see the link below.

http://obits.mlive.com/obituaries/grandrapids/obituary.aspx?n=james-g-brenner&pid=188162121&fhid=25605

Board of Review Meeting at the Township Hall

THE BOARD OF REVIEW WILL MEET AT THE TOWNSHIP HALL (FIRE HALL), 998 TEMPLETON STREET, MARTIN, MI. 49070

DATES FOR THE BOARD OF REVIEW ARE:

MONDAY, MARCH 12; 1PM – 4PM & 6PM – 9PM

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 14; 9AM – 12PM & 1PM – 4PM

*** NO APPOINTMENTS NECESSARY***

***WRITTEN APPEALS MUST BE RECEIVED BY MARCH 14, 2018***

IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO DISCUSS YOUR CHANGE NOTICE PRIOR TO THE BOARD OF REVIEW PLEASE CALL THE TOWNSHIP ASSESSOR @ 269-377-6145

Seeking Bids for Snowplowing 2018/2019

Martin Township is seeking bids for snowplowing for winter 2018/2019.

If interested, please respond by November 8, 2018.

SEND BID TO MARTIN TOWNSHIP CLERK “SNOWPLOW BID” PO BOX 27, MARTIN MI 49070.

ANY QUESTIONS PLEASE CONTACT RACHELLE SMIT AT 616-490-1074.