Delta Township monthly news & updates
Vol. 5 | Issue 4
2019
West Willow Canoe Launch Set to Open in Late May
The West Willow Canoe Launch (Willow, west of Nixon Road) will be open for use toward the end of May. Final punch lists are being completed. One of the final touches to the West Willow Canoe Launch, a floating dock, was set in place on April 23.

The West Willow Canoe Launch is the second completed canoe launch along the Grand River in Delta Township; a third is set to be built at Delta Mills Park this summer. Delta Township is centrally located along the Middle Grand River Heritage Water Trail and over recent years it has seen many efforts to increase accessibility to the river for fishing, paddling sports, and also environmental conservation efforts. The Middle Grand River Heritage Water Trail spans from the Smithville dam upstream of Eaton Rapids, through downtown Lansing, to the Lyons Dam in Lyons, Michigan. In addition to Delta Township, many other communities along this water trail have invested resources improving the quality of life for residents. 
2019 Delta Rocks! Family Festival
June 22, 12:00 p.m. (noon) - 6:00 p.m.
Sharp Park, Delta Township  
Sharp Park is the place to be on Saturday, June 22 for all the excitement of the 21st 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.

Interested in Sponsoring this event?
Sponsors are being sought for the Delta Rocks! Family Festival. For more information, please contact Kathy at ksobczyk@deltami.gov .
Help Us Plan for the Future: Participate in a Community Survey for the 2019 Delta Township Comprehensive Plan
Delta Township is preparing to update its 2013 Comprehensive Plan for Land Use. The Delta Township Comprehensive Plan for Land Use is a document that sets forth goals & policies for community growth/redevelopment for the next 20 years; helping to shape our community by identifying issues, opportunities, and priorities, and allocating resources accordingly.

The Michigan Planning Enabling Act (MPEA), Act 33 of 2008, provides the power & authority for communities to engage in planning. The Act requires that a plan be reviewed every 5 years & updated as necessary. Delta’s update is being conducted in accordance with provisions of this Act.

A vital part of Delta’s planning process is to obtain input from its residents. It is crucially important that the Plan reflect the needs, desires, and vision of those who live in the Township. We are inviting you to be involved in the planning process by participating in the Delta Township Comprehensive Plan Public Input Survey. The survey can be taken online by visiting   https://arcg.is/0GKn4T .  If desired, paper copies of the survey are available on request from the Delta Township Planning Department, located at 7710 West Saginaw Highway, Lansing, MI 48917. You can reach the Planning Department by phone at 517-323-8560.

Another cool way to participate in the planning process is to “Show Off Your Neighborhood”. By clicking on this link  http://bit.ly/2Dcxnt3 , you can submit photos of your neighborhood’s best: beautiful homes, excellent parks, community projects, and more. Just drop a point on the map and attach your photo.

Thank you for your input.
Old Lansing Road Project
Upcoming Events
Children’s Book Week Bookmark Contest
April 15 – May 18
DTDL is having its ninth annual Children’s Bookmark Contest to celebrate Children’s Book Week (April 29–May 5). The contest is open to ages 3-12. Kids can pick up a contest form at the library’s Youth Desk or download one from dtdl.org . All designs will be displayed in the library during June and the winning bookmark in each age group will be printed and distributed at the library. This year’s theme goes along with our Summer Reading Program: A Universe of Stories. The deadline to turn in entries is May 18. For more information call 517-321-4014 x3.

The Batman and the Ballerina
Tue, May 14 at 6 p.m.
Join Dean Feldpausch, author of The Batman and the Ballerina , to learn about Clem Sohn, the famous 1930’s airshow daredevil, from Fowler, Michigan.
Pint-Sized Picassos
Thursdays from 10 - 11 a.m.
April 11 - May 16
Delta Township Enrichment Center - 4538 Elizabeth Rd.
No need to register
$1.00 per child per week
adults are free
Parents, bring your children to our drop-in art program. We provide the materials and your child provides the creativity.
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. 
For information on these events, please contact the Parks and Recreation Department at 517-323-8555.
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
Summer Sewer Max Credit
Delta Township grants automatic sewer credits to all residential customers April-September. The process referred to as "Summer Sewer Max", assures summer sewer bills will not increase for seasonal water usage such as filling pools and lawn irrigation. 
 
A "sewer maximum" is established by calculating the highest average of the two winter quarters (Oct-Dec & Jan-Mar). This average is the maximum a customer will be billed for sewer April September. Customers will be charged for full water usage during these months, but the sewer portion of the bill will not exceed the "sewer maximum". Therefore, customers will avoid paying sewer charges for excess water usage during the summer months. In addition, this policy makes secondary irrigation meters unnecessary. 
 
This credit is automatic and does not require you to contact us. However, if you have any questions regarding the calculation of the sewer credit, please contact the Delta Township Accounting Department at 323-8510. 
Delta's Annual On-Site Property Data Verification
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.
 Improve your Neighborhood with a Grant from Delta Township
Delta Township created this program so residential neighborhoods and neighborhood organizations can apply for matching funds for improving their identification and welcome signs to their neighborhood. Matching funds will be available on a first come/first serve basis and typical grant awards are in the amount of $500. It is part of the Township's goal to help create community identity, neighborhood involvement, and encourage and maintain the character of residential neighborhoods.

Application Process
Completed applications should be submitted to the Delta Township Accounting Department. All applications received will be reviewed within 30 days of receipt. Once a grant has been awarded, the project lead person will be notified via email. For questions about the grant program please contact Jeff Anderson, Finance Director at 517-323-8510 or via email at janderson@deltami.gov .
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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