Delta Township monthly news & updates
Vol. 5 | Issue 10
2019
Mount Hope Park Grand Opening Draws Thousands
On Saturday, October 5, Delta Township held a Grand Opening event for the municipality’s newest park and sports complex, Mount Hope Park. The event was attended by nearly 2,000 people including residents, staff and numerous dignitaries from around the area. The day was kicked off by a ribbon cutting and special performance of the National Anthem by the Delta Community Choir. Delta Township Supervisor Kenneth R. Fletcher welcomed attendees and thanked everyone involved in the planning and building process of the park.

The grand opening played host to numerous family friendly events including hayrides, inflatables, pumpkin decorating and more. Additionally, several sports clinics hosted by area organizations were held throughout the day to showcase the versatility of the new fields. 

“Mount Hope Park is wonderful, new, mixed use recreational facility that will not only expand our ever growing sports programs, but will provide our residents better access to recreational opportunities,” said Supervisor Fletcher. 

The first two phases of the park have been completed and include soccer fields, two baseball/softball fields, a fully accessible playground area, walking path, neighborhood connector path to Pointe West and Ashford Manor subdivisions, concession stand, restrooms, and a pavilion. The Township currently has grant applications to fund two additional ballfields and to extend the pathway around the entire park. To date, the park has received three DNR grants including a 2014 grant to purchase a 60 acre parcel for future expansion, a 2016 grant for park amenities, and a 2017 grant for the neighborhood connector pathway.
Announcing the 2019 Community Awards Recipients

Delta Township hosted the 14th Annual Delta Township Community Awards Event on October 22 at the Crowne Plaza Lansing West. Over 200 people gathered to celebrate the outstanding individuals, businesses, and organizations that were honored during the event. The Township presented seven awards this year including: Citizen of the Year, Young Person of the Year, Business of the Year, Community Organization of the Year and three Community Enhancement Awards. The Young Person of the Year recipient was also presented with a $2,000 Scholarship sponsored by the Delta Side Business Association. 
Click here to read more about this year's honorees.
Delta Township Holds Ribbon Cutting to Officially Dedicate New Delta Mills Canoe Launch and Pedestrian Pathway
On Saturday, October 26, Delta Township hosted a ribbon cutting and community walk to commemorate the opening of the Delta Mills Canoe Launch and Old River Trail Pedestrian Pathway. Nearly 50 residents and water enthusiasts attended to celebrate the grand opening. Supervisor Kenneth R. Fletcher welcomed the crowd and Fred Cowles of the Middle Grand River Organization of Watersheds also spoke of the importance of the project. 

“The Delta Mills Canoe Launch is the second fully accessible canoe launch the Township has opened this year, said Supervisor Fletcher, “The Township has made a commitment to opening up recreational opportunities on the Grand River, and now we have two new regional assets for kayakers and canoeists of all ages, skill levels, and abilities.”

From the Delta Mills Canoe Launch, Supervisor Fletcher and Delta Township Board members led a community walk down the Old River Trail Pathway.
“The Old River Trail Pathway is a safe pedestrian path connecting Delta Mills Park and Hunter’s Orchard Park. It’s just one of many recently added amenities that has expanded the Township’s non-motorized transportation opportunities for our residents and visitors alike,” stated Supervisor Fletcher. “Additionally, this pathway now connects both parks through pathways and bike lanes to Grand Woods Park, Sharp Park, the East/West Pathway, and the Delta Township District Library.”

The nearly $600,000 Delta Mills Canoe Launch project was funded through a 50% matched DNR Trust Fund Grant. The project includes the addition of a new fishing pier, able body canoe launch, an A.D.A. compliant fully accessible canoe/kayak launch, new basketball court, and playground equipment.

The nearly $1 million Old River Trail Pedestrian Pathway project was funded through both an MDOT TAP Grant and DNR Trust Fund Grant. It includes a half-mile pathway, including a pedestrian bridge, which connects Delta Mills Park with Hunter’s Orchard Park. 
UM-Dearborn’s iLabs’ eCities research recognizes Delta Township as 5-Star Community, the top honor for Entrepreneurial
Growth and Economic Development
Delta Township has been recognized for its successes and efforts in contributing to Michigan’s entrepreneurial growth and economic development in the annual eCities study conducted by researchers at iLabs, University of Michigan-Dearborn’s Center for Innovation Research. For the eighth consecutive year, Delta Township was honored as a five star community. The Township is among 178 other communities across the state that was recognized this year.
 
The eCities study analyzed publicly available data from 277 communities from 54 counties in Michigan. Researchers focused on the five-year changes in property values, community assets, and tax rates, which can demonstrate the growth, investments, and cost of doing business within the community. For example, over the five-year period of 2014-2018, these communities increased their capital assets by an average of 2.25 percent per year by investments such as road and parking structure improvements, water main and streetscape upgrades, as well as police, fire, and computer equipment, while property tax rates increased by less than 1 percent on average per year.
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
Board Recognition:

At the October 7 Board meeting the Delta Township Board recognized the Capital Area United Way for 100 years of service.
Hours Have Changed for Delta Township District Library

The Delta Township District Library will be open to accommodate computer users and book lovers alike. Stop in and see what programs and services the library has to offer seven days a week!
 
Library hours:
Monday – Thursday
10 a.m. – 8 p.m.

Friday
10 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Saturday
10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Sunday
12 p.m. – 4 p.m.
UPCOMING EVENTS

  • Sweets & Treats with Santa - Santa Claus will be coming to Delta Township. Come to the Community Center for a visit with Santa, a Christmas craft for each child, a special gift for each child along with some yummy Christmas treats. Parents, make sure you bring your cameras to capture all the special moments. Please note that there is no meal provided at this event. There will be two separate sessions available. Please specify either the Friday or Saturday session when registering. Call 517.323.8555 to register. No refunds after December 2, 2019.
  • Friday, December 6, 2019, 6-7:30 p.m.
  • Saturday, December 7, 2019 10-11:30 a.m.
$5 per person residents – including adults
$6 per person non-residents – including adults
Joseph E. Drolett Community Center (7550 West Willow Hwy.)
Register online by clicking  here  or by calling 323.8555.
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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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