On Tuesday, July 15 Delta and Lansing Charter Townships hosted a joint ribbon-cutting event and ceremonial walk of the recently completed Waverly Pathway Project.

In addition to the festivities, both Townships were presented with a resolution from State Representatives Sarah Anthony and Angela Whitwer in recognition of the completion of the collaborative regional project.

The 10-foot Waverly Road shared-use pathway was a project completed after efforts by Delta and Lansing Charter Townships to bring together regional partners to coordinate a non-motorized need of the two municipalities, reconstruction of a county road, and a $60 million freeway project. Delta Charter Township and Lansing Charter Township were active in planning discussions with multiple agencies to plan the addition of the shared use pathway through the project area to address a lack of facilities and associated hazards to pedestrians in the area. The project included connections to the west side of Waverly at St. Joe and Old Lansing Road to make the path available to all residents. The project was financed with three different grants totaling $874,000. The project was made possible through extraordinary multi-agency collaboration which resulted in a regional non-motorized pathway.

Over the years, there have been many pedestrians and cyclists having to navigate along the edge of the road next to vehicles resulting in pedestrian fatalities and injuries. The shared-use pathway project had been discussed for many years but given the large number of different jurisdictions involved; a common goal and plan had not come to fruition. The Michigan Department of Transportation’s (MDOT) announcement of a major freeway project including the interchange at Waverly Road, as well as Ingham County’s plans to reconstruct Waverly provided the opportunity for vision and partnership on a non-motorized project. This project saw many levels of involvement, funding sources, and was a true multi-agency collaboration starting with Delta Charter Township, Lansing Charter Township, MDOT in conjunction with the Federal Highway Administration, the Ingham County Road Department, Eaton County Road Commission, and the Tri-County Regional Planning Commission. This multijurisdictional pathway is half built in Delta Township and the other half built in Lansing Township. Both Townships worked together to establish buy-ins from the road commissions and MDOT while pulling together all regional stakeholders. From securing easements and working with a railroad, to securing enough funding for the project that neither Township had out-of-pocket expenses. This level of cooperation gave all jurisdictions the opportunity to be more fiscally responsible by combining projects.

Both Townships were determined to reduce the fatality and injury rates among bicyclists and pedestrians and improve this corridor for non-motorized travel. Addressing these safety issues was a major historical impetus behind the adoption of the project, along with the desire to develop a multimodal transportation network to provide safe and efficient transportation options for our citizens.

Pedestrians and bicyclists no longer have to traverse along the edge of the roadway near busy intersections with the worry of being hit by a vehicle. Community members and visitors are now able to safely enjoy the new shared-use pathway to connect with local shopping, restaurants, services, and public transit.

The pathway provides a regional benefit by providing access to a CATA bus stop that serves the Lansing Community College West Campus and Downtown Campus. Residents are also able to use the pathway for recreation and transportation to connect Delta Township and Lansing Township to the City of Lansing and is close to connecting with the Lansing River Trail. This pathway is for everyone to safely enjoy, whether they use a wheelchair, stroller, bike, or their own two feet. The result is a safer community with more livable neighborhoods and healthier residents, who have increased opportunities for active transportation.

While many non-motorized pathways are built, this project exemplifies the true example of multi-governmental cooperation. For that reason and more, the Waverly Pathway Project is one of four finalists for the Michigan Municipal Leagues (MML) Community Excellence Award. The Community Excellence Award is the Michigan Municipal League’s most prestigious community award. This year, 25 projects were submitted from around the state. The winner will be announced at the 2021 MML Annual Conference in September.

On May 17, the Delta Township Board created the West Saginaw Corridor Improvement Authority (CIA). The new authority includes parcels along Saginaw Highway from Broadbent to Waverly (See Map). The goal of the Corridor Improvement Authority which is governed by the Public Act 57 of 2018 is to assist communities with funding improvements in commercial corridors. The CIA will be governed by a nine (9) member board. On June 21, 2021, the Delta Township Board appointed the nine-member board. Over 20 interested individuals applied. The board was appointed based on criteria that are laid out in the statute and for rotating terms including the Supervisor of the Township, five members that must have a business interest in the corridor, and at least one resident who lives within a half-mile of the corridor.

The members of the board are as follows:

Summer property tax bills will be mailed the week of June 28. Tax bills can be paid beginning July 1. Township Offices will be closed on Friday, July 2, and Monday, July 5. Drop boxes are available on the north and east sides of the building.

The Delta Township Accounting/ Treasurer’s Office offers the ability for residents and businesses owners to access services and make payments remotely.

Below is a listing of the available online services which can be accessed at https://www.deltami.gov/residents.

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 works hard to be proactive in its enforcement, however, residents can report violations here.

* 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.

Congratulations to our June 2021 Business of the Month- Once Upon a Child - Lansing

“What an honor to be recognized as Delta Township’s June business of the month!  We both thank you for the recognition and hope to serve the community for many years to come. Delta Township has been a great place to open and operate our business over the past 6 years, the support from the township and community members has been outstanding!

The idea to open a Once Upon A Child store came to us in May of 2014 by simply recognizing the need for a store like ours in the community. At Once Upon A Child, we buy and sell children’s clothes, shoes, toys, and equipment at a discounted retail price, sometimes up to 70% off. We receive the inventory in our store from purchasing items directly from our customers by paying them cash for items they no longer need. Many times, customers choose to shop in our store as their “buy” is being processed, then a simple trade can take place. We like to be a convenient place for individuals to sell their gently used items and also be a place to find new items. Our motto is Sell.Buy.Repeat.

Of course, we have to give a HUGE shoutout to all of our fabulous employees who work hard at keeping our store running efficiently and making sure that all racks are full, organized, and ready to be shopped. We sure couldn’t do it without them!

You can find us at 5827 West Saginaw Highway Lansing, Mi. We are open Monday-Saturday 9:00am-8:00pm and Sunday from 12:00pm-6:00pm. Be sure and follow us on Facebook for the most up to date sales at Once Upon A Child-Lansing (City Specific)”

Lisa Starks and Patty Roberts

-Owners, Moms and Delta Township Residents

Description: Phase Two of this project will resurface Michigan Avenue from Creyts Road to Theo Avenue, place a slurry seal to the existing asphalt pavement between Theo Avenue and Dibble Avenue, restripe Michigan Avenue between Creyts Road and Dibble Avenue with 3 lanes and bike lanes on each side. When complete, Michigan Avenue will have a continuous left-turn lane and bike lanes between Creyts Road and Waverly Road.

During this Phase, Michigan Avenue will remain open with at least one lane of traffic maintained in each direction.

Description: This project involves resurfacing and widening Mt. Hope Highway, for the purposes of adding bike lanes, between Nixon Road and the I-96/I-69 Overpass (see attached project location map). The project includes road base crushing and shaping, asphalt paving, widening for bike lanes and associated culvert replacement, curb and gutter, guardrail replacement, and pavement markings.

The project was awarded both Surface Transportation – Urban Program (STP-U) and Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality (CMAQ) federal funding. The STP-U funds are intended to address the road resurfacing, while the CMAQ funds are intended for the widening to create the bike lanes. Both federal funding programs provide capped, 80% federal/20% local funding for construction costs, for projects on primary roads.  The STP-U funds are dedicated to the surface transportation system, while CMAQ funds are dedicated to projects that support air quality by reducing congestion and associated vehicle emissions.

The road will be closed to through traffic during construction with traffic detoured using M-100, St. Joe Highway, and Canal Road.

For questions please contact Mathew Hannahs, P.E., Assistant County Engineer – (517) 543-1630

Tues. 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Wed. 12 p.m. – 8 p.m.

Sat. 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Yard Waste Collection

Open Wednesdays until 8:00pm

Electronics Recycling 9:00am – 12:00pm

At the May 3, 2021 Board Meeting the Delta Township recognized Rev. David Pike on his retirement and for his 28 years of service to the citizen of Delta Township.

At the June 21, 2021 Board Meeting the Delta Township recognized Father John P. Klein on his retirement and for his 23 years of service to the citizen of Delta Township.

Delta Township we are featuring residents to hear why they love our community. The I Am Delta Community Spotlight is intended to help promote diversity, and inclusion in our township. If you or anyone you know (who lives in Delta Township) would like to be featured as our I Am Delta Community Spotlight please email Community and Economic Development Coordinator, Collin Mays at cmays@deltami.gov

Luau Theme on Monday, August 2 from 7-9 p.m. at the Mount Hope Park Ball Diamond

Register by clicking here

Tuesday, July 20 at 7 p.m.

Sharp Park