March 8, 2010

Tax Payment Information

Monday, March 1, 2010 was the last day to pay 2009 Summer & Winter Property Taxes at the Township.

2009 Property Taxes became delinquent as of Tuesday, March 2, 2010. All payments must now be made to the Livingston County Treasurer's Office.

Tax payments cannot be accepted at the Township or the County between March 2nd and March 15th

Please contact the County Treasurer's Office at 517-546-7010 after March 15th for a current amount due.

Thank You!

March 4, 2010

Howell Parks and Recreation Event: Moonglow Easter Egg Hunt

Join us for a springtime celebration with an evening Moon Glow Easter Egg Hunt on April 1, 2010. All children ages 2-15 are welcome at the Genoa Township Hall Athletic Fields at 2911 Dorr Road. This one-of-a-kind outdoor event begins with a massive airdrop of thousands of soft white marshmallows with a few specially marked marshmallows that can be turned in for age-specific prizes.

After the marshmallow drop, we will move directly into a nighttime Easter Egg Hunt - the Moon Glow - so make sure everyone brings a working flashlight and dresses appropriately for the weather.

Easter baskets, donated by Wal-Mart, will be provided to all paid participants while supplies last. A raffle will also be held for a family get-away will also be awarded to one lucky family.

Don't forget to bring your camera as the Easter Bunny will be on hand for photo ops or you can purchase a photo available by Richard Lim Photography. Every "bunny" is sure to have a great time.

This event sponsored by ITC Corp. and Genoa Township.

Site: Genoa Township Athletic Fields, 2911 Dorr Road (Genoa Township)

$7 Flat Fee

April 1st Thursday 8:00 p.m.- 9:30 p.m.

All participants MUST be registered for this event so please contact the Howell Area Parks and Recreation Authority at www.howellrecreation.org or 517-546-0693.

February 24, 2010

Livingston County Household Waste Collection

Household Waste Collection Dates

The Livingston County Solid Waste Program has announced the dates of the 2010 Household Hazardous Waste Collections. There will be three collections on the following dates:

Saturday, May 22, 2010 9:00 AM to Noon

Saturday, August 7, 2010 9:00 AM to Noon

Saturday, October 2, 2010 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM

The collections are held in Howell and are by appointment only. This is a free service to all Livingston County residents. They accept household hazardous waste such as motor oil, herbicides, gasoline, compact fluorescent bulbs, mercury, etc. You can also visit their webpage at http://www.co.livingston.mi.us/SolidWaste/householdHazardousWaste.htm for accepted materials and additional information

February 23, 2010

Upcoming School Election

There will be a School Election for Hartland Consolidated Schools on May 4, 2010.

Voters who require an absentee ballot for this election can obtain an application here.

February 4, 2010

Budget Information

The General Fund Budget for Genoa Charter Township for Fiscal Year 2010/11 is now available for review.

January 19, 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.

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.

January 1, 2010

Township Holiday Schedule 2010

Click here for a list of days the Genoa Charter Township offices will be closed.

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.