Delta Township monthly news & updates
Vol. 5 | Issue 6
2019
Join Us for the 51st Annual Delta Township Fireworks
This year marks the 51st Annual Fireworks Display for Delta Township.  Join thousands of other area residents for this fun-filled magical night on July 3 at Sharp Park to celebrate Independence Day. 
 
Here are some things to remember to help make your fireworks experience more enjoyable:
  • During the day on July 3, Sharp Park will be closed to motor vehicles. The Delta Township District Library parking lot will also be closed to vehicle traffic. There will be two entrances into Sharp Park. The main entrance from Elmwood Road, which will be open to pedestrian traffic, and to vehicles holding a valid parking permit obtained from the Delta Township Parks & Recreation Department. The second entrance will be at the west end of Sharp Park, at the East/West Pathway entry into the park and is open to pedestrians or bicyclists for the majority of the day. From 9:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. the pathway will be closed for safety reasons.

  • If you want to watch the display somewhere other than Sharp Park, there are several large parking lots in the vicinity for spectators such as the Lansing Mall, Meijer, and Target.
 
  • We will have several food vendors on site and around the area including: Smoke N' Pig BBQ, Cottage Inn Pizza, and J & M Concessions.
 
  • A permit is required for alcoholic beverages at Sharp Park, and can be obtained through the Parks and Recreation Department at no charge through July 3, at 5:00 p.m.
 
  • Fireworks, missile-like objects, weapons or firearms that are not permitted by law are prohibited in Sharp Park. People entering Sharp Park will be subject to a visual inspection of their person, parcels, bags and containers, and clothing capable of carrying such items. 

We would like to take this opportunity to emphasize safety in the use of fireworks and ask that citizens follow the state fireworks statute as we approach the 4th of July Holiday. 
Township Summer Holiday Hours:
Delta Township Administrative Offices, including the Parks and Recreation Department, Clerk's Office, the Utility Department, Building Department, Engineering Department, Accounting Office and the Fire Department Administration Office will be closed on the following dates in observance of the summer holidays:

Independence Day Holiday 
7/4/19 - Thursday

Independence Day Extended Holiday
7/5/19 - Friday
 
Labor Day 
9/2/19 - Monday
 
Regular Township hours will continue from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday throughout the summer with the exception of the above holiday closures.  
2019 Delta Rocks! Family Festival Sees Huge Turnout
This year's Delta Rocks! Family Festival saw one of the largest turnouts for the event in recent history. Thousands of people came out to enjoy the beautiful weather and take advantage of the free activities offered during the event.
Overnight Street Parking: What you Need to Know
Did you know that Delta Township has an Overnight Street Parking Ordinance that prohibits parking in the street between the hours of 2 a.m. and 6 a.m.?

The ordinance states that no person shall park any vehicle, including a vehicle used for commercial or recreational purposes, or any trailer on either side of any highway, freeway, street, or roadway located within the township between 2 a.m. and 6 a.m. of any day. A person who violates this section will receive a municipal civil infraction and be fined $15 per violation.

A copy of the ordinance can be found here . Please note that the Township and Delta Patrol actively enforces all Township Ordinances.

If you have questions or would like to speak with someone about overnight parking, please contact the Manager's Office at 517-323-8590.
Look Mom, No Rain!
With all the rain, its hard to squeeze in those rare times when you can mow the lawn, but as things dry out here is a friendly little reminder that residents are required to keep lawn length to a height no greater than eight inches in length on average across a property. 

Properties not in compliance will be mowed by the Township or it's agent at a cost to the property owner. The minimum charge will be in effect for all properties mowed by the Township. Properties requiring more than one hour mowing time will be charged the minimum rate plus the additional rate per 20-minute increment outlined below.
The above schedule depicts the minimum charge in effect for all properties each time the property is mowed by the Township or its agent.

The Township works hard to be proactive in its enforcement, however, residents can report violations  here  .

* It is assumed each property will be a minimum of one hour for violation mowing. An additional $30 will be added for each 20-minute increment over one hour for violation mowing. 
Delta Township Board
Kenneth R. Fletcher
Supervisor
Mary R. Clark
Clerk
Howard A. Pizzo
Treasurer
Fonda J. Brewer
Trustee
Andrea M. Cascarilla
Trustee
Dennis R. Fedewa
Trustee
Karen J. Mojica
Trustee
Area Highlights from June
Milestone Celebrations:

The Township Board congratulates and recognizes the following Delta organizations on their milestone birthdays:

  • The Michigan Farm Bureau – Centennial (100th) Birthday. Click here to read the Board resolution.
Pictured (L to R) Delta Township Supervisor Kenneth R. Fletcher presents Carl Bednar ski, President of Michigan Farm Bureau with a resolution from the Township.

  • Delta Waverly Rotary Club – 50 year Anniversary. Click here to read the Board resolution.
Picture (L to R) Rotary member and Delta Township Treasurer Howard Pizzo and Rotary President Janice Milligan accepting a resolution from the Township Supervisor Kenneth R. Fletcher..

Other Board Recognition:

  • Taython Lance-Trout was recognized by the Delta Township Board for completing his Eagle Scout Project; a sports bin gifted to Delta Township. Click here to read the Board resolution.
What’s going on:

Construction at Mount Hope Park continues progress as the playground equipment has been completed and the southern loop pathway (.57 mile loop) has been paved! The northern neighborhood connector pathway (.58 miles) will begin construction soon and provide access to Pointe West and Ashford Manor subdivisions.
Upcoming Events
  • Wednesday, July 3 Fireworks Sharp Park at 10 p.m.

  • Kids Mud Run Tuesday, July 30 at Grand Woods Park beginning at 5 p.m. Click here for more information.

  • Touch a Truck Day Saturday, August 10 at Sharp Park from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.

For more information on these and other Delta Township Events,
click here .
Delta Joins Lansing Ignite FC Partnership

Recently Lansing Ignite FC announced a partnership with the Delta Township Parks & Recreation Department for their Youth Soccer Programs. The Delta Township joins Cap City Athletic 1847, Lansing Soccer Club, Soccer Kickers, and Waverly Fùtbol Club as partners of the professional team.
 
Included in the partnership are a number of incentives and unprecedented access to LIFC players, the coaching staff and club resources. Delta Township’s Youth Soccer Program run in the Spring (April – June) and in the Fall (August – October), for a total of 8 weeks. It is recreational in nature, introducing the basics of soccer while stressing fun. Coaches for the program are parent volunteers and referees are high school/college students. Training sessions for the program’s volunteer coaches and referees are provided prior to every season.
Delta Township strives to offer services that help to make our Township a great community to live in. That is why we offer multiple recycling opportunities to our residents throughout the the year including general paper, plastic, glass and metal recycling; yard waste disposal; and monthly electronics recycling.
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Eaton County 
Satellite Office
The Eaton County Clerk's office and Treasurer's office are holding hours in the lower level of the Delta Township Administration Building. 

Please see the following schedule for days and times the satellite office will be open:

County Clerk
Holds hours every first and third Friday of each month 
from 9 a.m. to  1 p.m.

County Treasurer
Holds hours every second and fourth Friday of each month from  9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Public Transportation
 
EATRAN is a countywide open-door, curb-to-curb public transportation service offered in Eaton County. 

Call to Schedule a ride at: 
517-543-4087 -or-
517-371-3312

Click  here  for more information.

Click the image to view the service map
Delta Township Department Directors
Rick Kane
Utilities Director

Marcus Kirkpatrick
Parks & Rec. Director 

David Marquette
IT Director
Mary Rzepczynski
DTDL Director

Lt. Ross Tyrell
ECSO - Delta Patrol

Ernie West
Township Engineer
Have Questions, Comments, or Suggestions?
E-mail the Editor  
(517) 323-8590
Township Clerk
(517) 323-8500
Township Manager's Office
(517) 323-8590
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