on May 4, 2011 at 3:04am.
Township News Bulletins
There's always something new going on in Genoa Township! Check this space frequently for updated news and announcements.
April 5, 2011
Upcoming School Election
School Election on Tuesday May 3, 2011
Hartland Area Schools has scheduled an election for Tuesday, May 3, 2011.The only proposals will be Hartland Schools' non-homestead millage and 1 candidate vying for one position on the Hartland School Board. The last day for new voters to register for this election is April 4, 2011. Those residents living in the 11th Precinct who would normally vote at Community Bible School for Hartland Schools, will be voting at Genoa Charter Township Hall located at 2911 Dorr Rd., Brighton, MI 48116.
Since this is not the original assigned precinct location, absentee voter applications will be mailed to those registered voters in the Hartland School District. Applications for absentee voting
may also be found here and faxed to (810) 227-3420. Applications can also be mailed to the Township Hall:
Genoa Charter Township Clerk
Paulette Skolarus
2911 Dorr Road
Brighton, MI 48116.
Ballots for absentee voting will be mailed about three weeks before the election.
Please visit the Township Elections page for more information or you may contact the Clerk's Department at (810) 227 5225.
April 4, 2011
Spring Yard Waste Drop off
Our Spring 2011 Yard Waste Collection program has been scheduled for the following date at the Genoa Charter Township Hall:
Saturday - May 14th, 2011 - from 9:00 a.m. until noon
Please bring your leaves, small brush and other natural yard waste to the Township Hall on this date for recycling. Please bring all branches in 3 foot long bundles. The Township encourages the use of brown paper yard waste bags. Any plastic bags used to bring yard waste will be returned to the owner.
February 28, 2011
Winter Tax Payment Information
Taxes became delinquent March 1st 2011 and can no longer be accepted at the Township Hall.
Late tax payments are payable, with additional 1% interest per month and 4% administration fee, to the Livingston County Treasurer, 200 E. Grand River, Howell, MI 48843, (517) 546-7010.
Absolutely NO payments can be accepted at the Township on or after March 1, 2011.
February 21, 2011
Livingston County Conservation District
The Livingston Conservation District is currently holding their Spring Tree Sale now through March 28, 2011. Tree pickup will be held on Saturday, April 16th from 9:00-1:00p.m. at the Livingston Road Commission Garage at 3535 Grand Oaks Drive, Howell.
The LCD is always looking for creative ways to spread the word about the Tree Sale, as one of our goals is to help homeowners reforest their property in an economical manner.
Livingston Conservation District Tree Sale includes:
• Tree Seedlings
• Shrubs/Bushes
• Fruit Trees
• Perennials
Please note all orders must be in by March 28th at 5:00p.m.
Please visit The Livingston Conservation website for more information including order forms or to place your order online.
January 1, 2011
Township Holiday Schedule 2011
Click here for a list of days the Genoa Charter Township offices will be closed.
October 12, 2010
Recycle Livingston Membership Drive
Recycle Livingston is encouraging residents to join the organization for only $25 per year for a regular household and $20 for a senior household.
Members can sort their recyclables, ask recycling questions, and stop on by for refreshments in the office to talk to the volunteers as much as they want for only one low price for the year. This funding is critical to the operations of Recycle Livingston as it depends mostly on memberships and donations to provide the needed recycling services for the community. Director Linda Berch has set a goal of 500 new members for the fiscal year so now is the time to join and help make a difference in the community.
More information can be found on the website linked below, or call them at 517 548 4439 or stop on by the Recycle Livingston office at 170 Catrell in Howell.
September 10, 2010
Summer Tax Payments
The 2010 Summer Taxes were due on Tuesday September 14, 2010. Summer taxes are still payable at Genoa Township. However payments received after September 14, 2010 will have a 1% per month penalty on the balance due. Please contact the Treasurer's office at 810 227 5225 or check our website for a current amount due through the link below.
August 24, 2010
Regarding SELCRA participation by Genoa Township
From the Township Manager, Michael Archinal:
It has recently been reported that Genoa Charter Township has withdrawn from the Southeastern Livingston County Recreation Authority (SELCRA). This is not the case. Genoa is withholding a quarterly payment because SELCRA has made no efforts to consider enhancing programs or reducing costs through regional cooperation.
Genoa contributes $33,229.87 per year to SELCRA and $76,767.75 to the Howell Area Parks and Recreation Authority (HAPRA). In light of the difficult economic times and declining revenues Genoa has asked both Authorities to work together to coordinate or merge programs to provide the highest quality recreational opportunities at the lowest possible cost. HAPRA has been extremely cooperative and has been willing to discuss partial or complete merger. SELCRA has expressed opposition to this concept and has made no effort to facilitate coordination or combination of programs after many months and many requests.
Because of the SELCRA Board's unwillingness to cooperate and at the request of SELCRA to clarify our position the Genoa Township Board of Trustees, on May 17, 2010, passed a resolution.
Because SELCRA has made no effort to combine operations or share services Genoa has withheld payment. The Township Board has never stated that it would no longer be a contributing sponsor. The Township Board has simply asked that SELCRA take steps to ensure that the taxpayer dollars they receive from Genoa Township are being spent in as judicious and cost effective manner as possible.
Genoa Township remains committed to providing recreational opportunities for our residents. The Township Board's ongoing commitment to recreation is evidenced by two new soccer fields, a park pavilion, sledding hill and miles of walking trails. Once SELCRA makes an honest effort towards combining or coordinating programs, payment will be made.
At the August 23, 2010 Special Meeting, the Township Board approved the following:
- Genoa residents will be reimbursed for the difference between in-district and out-of-district fees related to SELCRA recreational programs
- Receipts must be submitted within 30 days of payment by township residents
- The reimbursement program will take effect immediately and will remain in effect until 12/31/2011 at which time the board will consider continuation of the program.
- An original receipt is required for reimbursement
- Receipts may be either mailed to Treasurer Robin Hunt or hand delivered to the Township Hall
- Checks will be approved at the regular meetings of the Board
If you wish to express your thoughts or comments please contact the following:
info@genoa.org
info@selcra.com
August 17, 2010
Genoa Charter Township Hall Green Energy System goes Online
The Genoa Charter Township's new Solar and Wind energy System went online Monday, August 16th, 2010 at 6:00 p.m.. Township Supervisor Gary McCririe "flipped the switch" and begin supplying the Township Hall with green energy. An online report tracking the solar energy portion generated by this system can be found here.
Residents wishing to learn more about the recent green energy structures (wind turbines and solar panels) installed at the Genoa Charter Township Hall can find information here.
March 15, 2010
Census 2010 Information
The U.S. Census for 2010 is getting underway. Accurate census data reflecting changes in our community is crucial in deciding how more than $400 billion per year is allocated for projects like new hospitals and schools. Please take the time and visit the Census 2010 to find out more on how to do your part.
Eventually, more than 140,000 U.S. Census workers will count every person in the United States and will gather information about every person living at each address including name, age, gender, race, and other relevant data. Here are some tips when approached by a U.S. Census worker:
• College Students should be counted in the township, city or village where their family resides and not their campus dorm room or their apartment - which is a temporary residence.
• Snowbirds, who are Michigan residents most of the year, should complete their census giving Michigan as their usual address because that is where they live most of the year. Snowbirds, when you
receive that Census questionnaire in the Sunbelt, simply enter zero for the number of people living there on Census day. Leave the rest of the form blank except for writing "usual address
elsewhere". Then complete the census form that you receive at your Michigan address.
• If a U.S. Census worker knocks on your door, they will have a badge, a handheld device, a Census Bureau canvas bag, and a confidentiality notice. Ask to see their identification and their badge
before answering their questions. However, you should never invite anyone you don't know into your home.
• Census workers are currently only knocking on doors to verify address information. Do not give your Social Security number, credit card or banking information to anyone, even if they claim they
need it for the U.S. Census. REMEMBER, NO MATTER WHAT THEY ASK, YOU REALLY ONLY NEED TO TELL THEM HOW MANY PEOPLE LIVE AT YOUR ADDRESS.
• While the Census Bureau might ask for basic financial information, such as a salary range, YOU DON'T HAVE TO ANSWER ANYTHING AT ALL ABOUT YOUR FINANCIAL SITUATION.
• The Census Bureau will not ask for Social Security, bank account, or credit card numbers, nor will employees solicit donations. Any one asking for that information is NOT with the Census
Bureau.
• Eventually, Census workers may contact you by telephone, mail, or in person at home. However, the Census Bureau will not contact you by Email, so be on the lookout for Email scams impersonating
the Census. Never click on a link or open any attachments in an Email that are supposedly from the U.S. Census Bureau.
If you are a U.S. citizen at least 18 years old with a valid Social Security number and Driver's License and would like to work for the Census, you can visit the Census Bureau website for more information.
November 1, 2009
Howell Garden Club Events
The Howell Garden Club is hosting a series of events at the Howell Chamber of Commerce located at 123 Washingston Street. The events are as follows:
January 27th, 2010 - Shh! Its a Secret!
February 24th, 2010 - Leaf Casting techniques in concrete
March 24th, 2010 - Colleen French gets busy with lavendar
April 28th, 2010 - Carol Corbin discusses native plants
Please visit the Howell Garden Club website for more details and announcements.
August 2, 2009
Livingston County Pet Adoption
Livingston County Animal Control
Pets available for adoption at the County Animal control can be found here
Livingston County Humane Society
Pets available for adoption at the Humane Society can be found here
Last Chance Rescue of Howell
Pets available for adoption at Last Chance Rescue can be found here
February 4, 2009
A Reminder about Assessment Notices
On February 24th, assessment notices will be mailed out. The notices will be on bright orange paper, and at the top they will say "THIS IS NOT A TAX BILL". Appointments for the Board of Review can be made after the notices have been mailed. If you have any questions, PLEASE do not hesitate to come to the assessors office to get questions answered or visit the Assessing Department page for more information.
January 16, 2009
Ash Tree Information
Detroit Edison has released an important announcement regarding ash trees.
January 12, 2009
School District Information
A map showing the school district boundaries in Genoa Township is now available.