TAX NEWS
The Township Treasurer is a part-time position, will be available, at the Township Hall, between the hours of 8:30 a.m. & noon, and 1 & 4 p.m. to collect your tax payments on the following dates, ONLY:
Dec. 1 ,8, 15, 29; Jan. 5, 12, 19, 26; and Feb. 2, 9, and 16; March 1. If these dates are not convenient, call her at home 989-345-3815, or her office 989-345-5450, extension 3, for an appointment. You may also make your payment to: "West Branch Township Treasurer", c/o Diane Philbrick, 1705 S. Fairview Rd. West Branch, MI. 48661. No receipts will be issued. The bottom part of your bill will be your receipt. If you would like a signed receipt, please request one along with your payment. Send a (SASE) Self Addressed, Stamped Envelope with your payment and a receipt will be returned to you. REMINDER, your winter 2009 tax statement does not reflect your summer 2009 taxes. If you have not paid your summer 2009 taxes, please contact the Township Treasurer. A penalty will be added to any late payments. A "DROP BOX" has been made available, at the South door of the Township Hall, for your convenience during non-business hours. THE TOWNSHIP SUPERVISOR AND THE CLERK ARE NOT BONDED TO TAKE YOUR TAX PAYMENTS.N E W
West Branch Township has its own Planning Commission, along with a new Zoning Ordinance. Building permit applications will pass through the Township, but the final action will be taken by the Ogemaw County Building & Zoning Department. A copy of the Township Master Plan & Zoning Ordinance is available for review & purchase ($35 per copy) at the Township Hall during normal business hours.
The West Branch Twp. Cemetery, Campbell Corners, new northern section, has sites available for purchase. Below are the prices: Contact Twp. Clerk for additional info. 989-345-5450, ext #2.
Crematory for Two: $200 W. Br. Twp. Resident Property Owners: $200 W. Br. Twp. Non-Res. Property Owners: $400
Others: $600
ROADS
Mudlake Road was completed in 2008. It is now paved from Peters Road to State Road.
GENERAL INFORMATION
The West Branch Senior Citizen Center is available for parties, weddings, or other occasions. Please contact Stacy at 989-345-0860.
TOWNSHIP TRANSFER STATION
The Township Transfer Station on Fairview Rd. is open May 1st through Oct. 31st, Wednesdays & Saturdays, 1-5 p.m.; and Nov. 1st through April, 30th, Saturdays only, 1-5 p.m. Please remember, only bagged household garbage may be placed into the containers. Bags are $2.00 for small bags (30gal) , $2.50 for large bags (55gal), $10.00 for small pickup, and $20.00 for a large pickup. (Prices subject to change). Cardboard and metal objects are free. We are not equipped to handle construction debris.
TOWNSHIP REMINDERS!!!
West Branch Township has a web page that displays information about the township. Check it out!
The address is: www. westbranchtownship.org
The Township Board will meet twice each month during the summer; (second meeting only if necessary)
The 2nd & 4th Wed. at 7:00 p.m.
During the months of Nov. thru Feb., the Board meets only on the 2nd Wed.
Holidays Celebrations (Twp. Hall Closed)
Day before New Year’s
New Year’s Day
Good Friday
Memorial Day
President’s Day
Independence Day
Labor Day
Veteran’s Day
Thanksgiving Day
Day after Thanksgiving
Day before Christmas
Christmas Day
If any of these holidays fall on a weekend, i.e., (Sat.), the Fri. before will be celebrated; or on a, (Sun), the Mon. after will be celebrated.
THINGS THAT ARE HAPPENING AROUND THE COUNTY.
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There is a group of residents and elected officials who comprise a committee called the "Growth Assessment Planners" (GAP). They consist of two (2) sub-groups "Planning" and "Infrastructure". Their purpose is to evaluate, plan and coordinate with local governmental entities, the growth along the I-75 Business Loop corridor.
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The Ogemaw County Planning Commission has, for the past several years, been coordinating with a local ad-hoc group called the "Growth Management Committee" to do the leg work for the planning commission regarding the County Comprehensive "Master" Plan, and, it should be completed by the end of 2006.
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The Ogemaw County Grant Writing Team is available to assist local businesses in getting started on writing grants. Interested? Call 989-345-0692.
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The Ogemaw County Brownfield Redevelopment Authority has been organized. Their purpose is to identify contaminated areas within the county and act as advisors to the State in locating grant funds to help the Clean Michigan Imitative Program (CMI) make Ogemaw County a better and safer place to live.
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During the fall season, residents are encouraged to report Gypsy Moths activities to your township officials.
For more information
please contact your Township Supervisor, at 989-345-5450, ext. 101