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Delta Township Paramedic Millage Renewal in August
In August, Delta Township will be asking the residents to consider the renewal of the paramedic/firefighter millage for another ten (10) year period. Delta Township's voters first approved the millage in 1978, and have renewed the millage four times since then. The .9896 mill generates roughly $1.4 million per year and pays for paramedics/ firefighters, ambulances, training, and other paramedic related items needed to provide emergency medical services to the Township. Funds generated by the millage can only be used for emergency services. EMS calls accounted for 88% of all runs by the Delta Fire Department in 2017.
For more information on the millage renewal and ballot language, click the link below.
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Delta Fire Department Named 2018 Sparrow EMS Agency of the Year
The Delta Township Fire Department was recognized as the 2018 EMS Agency of the Year by Sparrow Hospital. The award reflects Sparrow's dedication to providing and recognizing the best emergency patient care in mid-Michigan. Sparrow Emergency Department Caregivers nominate and vote for the top agency providers.
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Delta Township Breaks Ground on New Mt. Hope Park
The Delta Township Board, along with members of the community, gathered to break ground at the future location of Mt. Hope Park on May 22. Over 75 people were in attendance
despite
the wet weather.
The first phase of the project is a $3.5 million investment that will include soccer fields, youth-based ball fields, playground equipment, restrooms, a pavilion, pathways and infrastructure improvements to the site including roads, parking lots, water, sewer, and storm drains. It gives the Township much needed athletic fields for its youth programs as well as a neighborhood park west of I-96. Construction will be completed in 2018. Athletic fields will be usable in the fall of 2019.
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Delta's Annual On-Site Property Data Verification
(Assessors may be in your neighborhood)
The Assessing Department has begun its annual on-site property data verification project. This program is part of a Michigan State Tax Commission directive where each property should be visited at least once every five years to ensure accurate property records. Visits will involve verifying measurements, taking photos and interviewing property owners to ensure properties are assessed fairly and accurately. Please contact the Delta Township Assessor's Office at 517-323-8520 with any questions.
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Delta To Construct Two New Fully Accessible Canoe Launches
West Willow Canoe Launch
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West Willow Canoe Launch Improvements 2018
In 2017, the Township was awarded a Michigan Natural Resource Trust Fund grant to construct a new handicapped accessible canoe launch on Township-owned property on West Willow Highway along the Grand River. The project includes entrance drive improvements, parking lot, accessible pathway, accessible canoe launch, riverbank stabilization, landscaping, signage and trash/recycling bins. Once completed, the site will provide visitors with the opportunity for wildlife viewing, fishing, canoeing and kayaking.
Delta Mills Canoe Launch
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Delta Mills Canoe Launch Improvements 2019
In late 2017, the Township was recommended for funding for a Michigan Natural Resource Trust Fund grant to construct a new handicapped accessible canoe launch at Delta Mills Park (just west of Webster Road) along the Grand River. The project includes entrance drive improvements, parking lot with accessible parking spaces and oversized spaces for canoe/kayak loading, accessible pathway, accessible canoe launch, riverbank stabilization, relocation of basketball court and play equipment, new fishing pier, landscaping, signage, benches and trash/recycling bins.
Both projects are currently in the design phase and MDEQ permits have been received. West Willow Canoe Launch is scheduled to begin construction later this summer. Delta Mills Canoe Launch will be budgeted for construction in the summer of 2019.
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2018 Delta Rocks! Family Festival
June 23, 12:00 p.m. (noon) - 6:00 p.m.
Sharp Park, Delta Township
 Sharp Park is the place to be on Saturday, June 23 for all the excitement of the 20th Annual Delta Rocks! Family Festival. The entire family will have a great time participating in the many fun family activities. Admission, as well as most activities are free with only a few having a minimal charge. The festival will run from 12-6 p.m. so plan on spending the day with us. Delta Township will be providing a free continuous shuttle from the Lansing Mall parking lot to Sharp Park from 12-6:30 p.m.
We Need Volunteers!
The Delta Rocks! Family Festival is wonderful event that would not be possible without the help of the many volunteers that assist with the event. We are looking for volunteers 16 years-of-age or older willing to work at one of our many activities including children's make-it-take-it craft booths, super sling shot, sports challenge, cotton candy making and sales, ticket sales, taking payments at the photo booth or rock wall, supervising games, as well as many other areas. Volunteer shifts are on a first come first serve basis. You may opt to work one, two, or all three shifts. All workers will receive their assignments prior to the festival and will be given written instructions for their assigned area, general festival information including parking and check-in, and a festival t-shirt. If you are interested in working, please email Kathy Sobczyk at
ksobczyk@deltami.gov or contact her via phone at 517-323-8555.
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Recycling Opportunities
It's that time of year again, spring clean-up time. The Delta Recycling Center has some upcoming events to help you with yard waste and spring cleaning waste.
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June 16
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July 14
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August 18
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Be a part of this event by becoming a Sponsor!
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Upcoming Events:
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I Am Delta Photo Contest - May 2 through June 2 - Celebrate Delta Township by submitting your best photos for our I Am Delta Photography Contest. Deadline: Sat, June 2. Photos will be displayed through June 30 and winners will be chosen by popular vote. For more info, visit: dtdl.org/photo-contest.
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Be a Tourist in Your Own Town - Delta Township locations for the June 2 "Be A Tourist in Your Own Town" event hosted by the Greater Lansing Convention and Vistor's Bureau include: Eaglemonk Pub, Funtyme Adventure Park, Lansing Model Railroad Club, Woldumar Nature Center and Zap Zone. Click
here for more information about this event.
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Pizzazz In the Park 1 -
Come and enjoy this fun family event on Wednesday, June 6 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at Sharp Park painting rocks to be put on display in the flower beds at Sharp Park. Rocks, paint and instruction will be provided or you can bring your own. Learn how to paint "Kindness Rocks" as well as other types.
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Pizzazz in the Park 2
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Come to this event on Tuesday, July 10 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at sharp park and help us paint water bottle flowers which will then be used to decorate the cyclone fence on the south side of the park between the park and Village Green apartments. Wear old clothes as we will be using acrylic paint. This event is jointly sponsored by the Delta Township Senior Council and the Delta Township Parks and Recreation Department.
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Overnight Parking Ordinance Reminder
 With RV season upon us, we would like to remind our residents 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. The civil fine associated with this section shall be set from time to time by the Township Board by resolution.
If you have questions or would like to speak with someone about overnight parking, please contact the Manager's Office at 517-323-8590.
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As a friendly reminder, residents are required to keep lawn length to a height no greater than eight inches in length on average across a property throughout the growing season.
Properties not in compliance will be mowed by the Township or its 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.
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AMOUNT
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MOWING & TRANSPORTATION CHARGES
Includes tractor, mower, operators wages and fringe benefits, gasoline, costs of moving equipment, equipment maintenance, and /or contractor's charges.
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$103.53* |
TOWNSHIP ADMINISTRATIVE FEE
Includes lot inspections, owner identification, clerical, mileage, and other administrative duties |
$68.34 |
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$171.87 |
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OVERHEAD 10%:
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$17.18 |
| TOTAL CHARGE - MINIMUM FOR FIRST HOUR: |
$189.05 |
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 tries to be proactive in its enforcement, however, residents can report violations
here
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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.
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Supervisor
Clerk
Treasurer
Trustee
Trustee
Trustee
Trustee
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Eaton County
Satellite Office
The Eaton County Clerk's office and Treasurer's office is 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.
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Delta Township Department Directors
Manager
Finance Director
Fire Chief
Building/Assessing Director
Planning Director
Utilities Director
Parks & Recreation
Director
Delta Township District Library Director
Township Engineer
Eaton Co. Sheriff's Department Delta Patrol Liason
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Delta Public Transportation Option
EATRAN
EATRAN is a countywide open-door, curb-to-curb public transportation service offered in Eaton County.
Click the map to view the service area.
Call to Schedule a ride at:
517-543-4087 -or-
517-371-3312
Click here for more information.
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Have questions, comments or suggestions?
Township Clerk
(517) 323-8500
Township Manager's Office
(517) 323-8590
Delta Township Office
7710 W. Saginaw Hwy
Lansing, MI 48917
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Delta Township
District Library
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Interested in Applying for a Facade Improvement Grant for Your Business?
Businesses along the east end of the Saginaw corridor (Waverly to Elmwood) have an opportunity to apply for some financial assistance from a facade improvement program offered and funded by the Delta Township Economic Development Corporation.
This program is part of an effort by the Township's EDC to improve the aesthetics of building fronts along areas of the Saginaw corridor that have aged and/or fallen into disrepair and encourage improvements.
The Delta Township Economic Development Corporation meets quarterly and works to improve economic development in Delta. If you have any questions about this program, please call Economic Development Coordinator Ed Reed at 517-323-8560.
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Spruce Up Your Neighborhood!
Take advantage of this Delta Township sponsored program that was created to aid
residential neighborhoods in improving their identification and welcome signs as part of the Township's goal to help create community identity, neighborhood involvement, and encourage and maintain the character of residential neighborhoods. Matching fund grants will be available on a first come/first serve basis and typical grant awards are in the amount of $500. Click here for more information.
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