FEMA Assistance for Storm Recovery

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has established a pivotal resource for residents affected by the August 24-26, 2023 storms by establishing a Disaster Recovery Center at Lansing Community College’s West Campus. Eaton County residents grappling with uninsured or underinsured property damage stemming from the August storms can find crucial assistance at the center. Federal assistance may include temporary lodging, basic home repairs, and other disaster-related expenses.

Specialists on site from FEMA and the U.S. Small Business Administration can help survivors apply for federal disaster assistance, upload documents, learn about ways to make their property more disaster-resistant and get their questions answered in person.

The center, located at Lansing Community College – West Campus

5708 Cornerstone Dr., Lansing, MI 48917 will be open from

8 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. each day, and closing permanently at 6:30 p.m., Saturday, March 2.

For more information, contact FEMA by going online to the link below, download the FEMA app, or call the FEMA Helpline at 800-621-3362. If you use video relay service, captioned telephone service or others, give FEMA your number for that service. When calling the FEMA Helpline, multilingual operators are available (press 2 for Spanish and 3 for other languages).

Transportation To FEMA Disaster Recovery Center:

If you require transportation to reach LCC West, EATRAN is offering free transportation services to all individuals seeking assistance, ensuring accessibility to the Disaster Recovery Center. Rides need to be scheduled by contacting EATRAN at 517-543-4087. Press option 2 for scheduling to arrange a ride.

Small Business Administration Additional Assistance Information

SBA is offering low-interest, federal disaster loans to small businesses, non-profit organizations, homeowners, and renters in Michigan for the Presidential disaster declaration due to the severe storms, tornadoes, and flooding that occurred from August 24 to 26. The disaster declaration includes Eaton County which is eligible for both Physical and Economic Injury Disaster Loans from the SBA, which may be used to pay off other forms of credit previously used to pay for disaster recovery. For more information on these low-interest loans follow the link below.

2024 Property Tax Poverty Exemption

Residents meeting income limit and asset level tests set by the Township Board may be eligible for an exemption from 2024 property taxes. The Township has adopted guidelines that establish filing requirements, provide instructions on the filing process, establish the review process for the exemption, and set income and asset levels that apply. The specific annual income limits vary by size of household and are based on the published limits set each year by the State of Michigan.

Annual Income Limits

The State Tax Commission requires that local governing bodies adopt guidelines that set income levels for their poverty exemption guidelines. The income levels may not be set lower than the federal poverty guidelines updated annually by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Following are the Income Limits set by the Board and used when determining poverty exemption guidelines for 2024 assessments. These rates are based on the amounts published by the US DHHS +25%:

Applications

It is necessary to apply for this exemption annually with the Assessing Department. Applicants must submit a completed application to the Assessing Department prior to the last meeting of the Board of Review. Exemptions may be granted at the March, July, or December Board of Review. As part of the application process, it is necessary to submit a copy of the most recent income tax return for each person living in the residence. To receive an application please call 517-323-8520.

March is Women’s History Month. Please join Delta Township and communities across the nation in celebrating the numerous contributions women have made to history, culture, and society. 

Women’s History Month has been observed in the U.S. annually in the month of March since 1987. For more information about or for links to events celebrating Women’s History Month in the state of Michigan, please visit the link below.

DELTA TOWNSHIP TO HOLD PUBLIC INPUT SESSION

REGARDING GRANT FUNDING

Delta Township's Parks, Recreation & Cemeteries Department is excited to announce applications for 2024 grant projects to the Michigan Department of Natural Resources:

• Delta Mills Park to Hawk Meadow Park Pathway - This proposal would connect the trail system at Hunters Orchard Park, Delta Mills, and Old River Trail to Hawk Meadow Park over the Webster Road Bridge.
• School/Mall/Neighborhoods Non-Motorized Connector Pathway - This proposal would construct a 10-foot-wide shared-use pathway from Saginaw Highway (M-43) to Michigan Avenue along Mall Dr., Ivan Dr. and Elmwood Rd.

A public meeting will be held at the Delta Township Administration Building, 7710 West Saginaw Highway in Lansing at 6:00 p.m. on Monday, March 4. Project details will be discussed at the meeting. Meeting attendees will have the opportunity to provide written comments and letters of support. A brief public comments session will take place after the presentation of the projects.

For more information about the meeting, please contact Marcus Kirkpatrick at mkirkpatrick@deltami.gov or call 517-323-8555.

Restaurant Week Returns in March

Delta Township is excited to bring back the popular Restaurant Week program from March 17 through March 23 this year. Each day during that week we will feature a different type of cuisine. Join us in celebrating the 100+ restaurants that call Delta Township home. Check out the Delta Township Facebook page and www.deltami.gov/restaurantweek for more information.

Attention Delta Township Seniors CATA Needs Your Input

The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) is currently in the process of updating the Coordinated Public Transit and Human Services Transportation Plan for the Tri-County Region. 

The plan helps guide future transit funding for senior and disabled populations. On behalf of the Federal Transit Authority (FTA), the Capital Area Transportation Authority (CATA) is helping to facilitate distribution and public input on the draft plan. 

CATA requested that Delta Township share the plan with local senior groups to ensure they have a chance to review and comment on the plan.