Although it seems distant, Summer with its requisite seasonal road projects are being finalized. The Township Board has approved the following subdivision streets to be resurfaced during 2023. 

The Township has about 108.3 miles of roadways with about 41.6 of these miles being subdivision streets. Since 1987, the Ottawa County Road Commission imposed 100% of the financial responsibility associated with subdivision resurfacing to the Townships and/or residents.

In addition, the Ottawa County Road Commission is scheduled to complete the following projects in 2023:

And finally, the Road Commission plans to “chip seal” the following Township roads at a cost of about $377k:

About $3.4 million in road improvement projects will be completed in the Township during in 2023. The following graphs provide some context for road maintenance in the Township.

The Michigan State Emergency Medical Services (EMS) office provided a grant opportunity to cover paramedic tuition and to pay a wage while staff attended paramedic school. 

Unfortunately, there were minimum grant amounts (i.e., the number of paramedics being trained) that was beyond what a small community like Grand Haven Charter Township needed. Specifically, Township would have had to have about five (5) personnel ready to attend Paramedic school … which is beyond the Township′s current need. 

That said, after doing some research, the Township teamed up with Trinity EMS to apply for the grant. Trinity has multiple employees which will be sent to school and Trinity was willing to combine their needs with the Township′s needs – forwarding one combined grant application to the State with Trinity being the fiduciary agent.

In January, the Township was informed that the combined grant application was approved. This will immediately assist one part-time Fire/Rescue staff receive a paramedic license and will allow others to complete this important – but expensive – training.

While not legally obligated, residents are asked to clear snow from fire hydrants near their homes. Clearing snow around hydrants could save our firefighters valuable time during a fire call. 

Snow accumulation, and the result of plowing, can completely cover or restrict access to fire hydrants when needed. The few minutes that it takes to remove the snow, could truly make the difference in an emergency.

This homeownership seminar from MSU Extension will provide valuable information about the home buying process. 

There are two dates to select. Pre-Registration is required. Register and learn more:

The Township is looking to hire two positions, which are briefly described below. Full details of the positions and how to apply can be found on the Township′s Employment Opportunities page.

Under the general direction of the Assistant Public Services Director, assists with planning and directing the operations and activities of the Township Public Services Department, which includes township's parks, athletic fields, recreational facilities, cemeteries, building and grounds and any other duties assigned by the Public Services Director, the Assistant Director, or the Township Manager. Supervises work concerned with carrying out public services operation and maintenance activities as well as various administrative tasks.

Full-Time Rental Inspector/Enforcement Officer OR Part-Time Rental Inspection (only one position will be hired)

Under the supervision of the Assistant Township Manager conducts on-site inspections, including rental properties, throughout the Township to determine compliance with state and local codes, ordinances, and standards pertaining to the health, safety, and welfare of residents. Investigates potential violations, follows established procedures for achieving abatement and compliance where warranted. Provides direction to citizens, landlords, tenants and others on housing, zoning and nuisance regulations.

Under the supervision of the Assistant Township Manager conducts on-site inspections, including rental properties, throughout the Township to determine compliance with state and local codes, ordinances, and standards pertaining to the health, safety, and welfare of residents.

If you have specific questions about Township operations, please send an email to bcargo@ght.org .