There will be a CPR/AED training class Tuesday, June 23 as part of the Township's free Citizen Enrichment Training.

The Livingston Country Sheriff Department will teach the class in the Boardroom beginning at 6 p.m. It is expected to last 3-4 hours and is limited to 30 people. Township residents will be given priority.

Please use this link to register https://bit.ly/3Q3GGoC

Our Spring Yard Waste Collection program has been scheduled for the final date at the Genoa Charter Township Hall from 8 am to 11 am:

Saturday June 6

Residents may bring their yard waste to the Township Hall Parking lot. Yard waste eligible for collection includes brush, bundled branches, grass clippings, leaves, plant debris, prunings and twigs, shrubbery, and vegetable or garden debris. Branches and similar materials must be in 3 foot long bundles.

Please no plastic bags.

More information can be found on our Refuse & Recycling page.

Genoa Township Spring Yard Waste Pickup

The Township will host a suicide awareness and prevention class June 22 as part of our free Citizen Enrichment Training.

Officially called QPR Gatekeeper Training (Question, Persuade, Refer), will be provided by a certified QPR instructor in the Boardroom from 6:30-7:30 p.m. on that date. The class is limited to 30 people. Township resident will be given priority.

Use this link to register: https://bit.ly/4uVaSkM

The Genoa Township Hall will be closed for the Memorial Day Holiday on Monday May 25th.

We will re-open on Tuesday May 26th.

There is no garbage/recycling on Monday. Service will run one day late with Friday’s collection being completed on Saturday.

For water or sewer emergencies, please contact  MHOG Utilities at 1-855-231-6692.

Dear Genoa Township Residents:

I hope you have had a chance to review the results of our Master Plan Survey.  If not, they can be found here:

https://www.genoa.org/dbfiles/download/newsbulletinfiles/attachment/170

What follows are my observations of these survey results.  This will be a time consuming read, but your feedback on these observations - especially if they differ from mine.  I would also like to know if there are questions you believe we should explore further (my suggestions are in red below) as we begin to craft materials for our Town Hall meetings to begin crafting the plan.  These questions can seek additional input on items already asked, or be suggestions for questions we did not ask but you think we should have.

Please take your time to review and feel free to provide your feedback to: Supervisor@genoa.org.

My interpretations:

#6) Residents solidly favor maintaining existing rural neighborhoods and focusing new housing near high traffic and already developed areas. (71% agree or strongly agree)

#7) Single family homes were very much preferred (87% top choice or #2)
       followed by Townhomes/Condos (73% Choice #2 or #3)
       then senior living (63% #3 or #4)
       Apartments were a distant 4th in support (82% placing them 3,4 or 5)
       Affordable housing (58% choice #5 or #6) and ADU’s (62% #6) were not strongly supported.

#8) 1+ acre lots were both loved (43% #1) and disliked (29% #7)
       ¼ acre lots were just behind that, with a similar dichotomy (40% 1st or 2nd / 30% 6th or 7th)
       MDR (8/ac) was choice 2 or 3 for 50%, 4 or 5 for 32% and 6 or 7 for 10%. This was very similar in support to
       Townhome/Duplex (42% 2 or3, 43% 4 or 5, 5% 6 or 7.)
       HDR (12/ac) drew little support (53% 4 or 5; 27% 6 or 7)
       Tiny Homes at 25 per acre were somewhat loved (29% #1 or #2) but more hated (43% 6 or 7) – which skews opposite of         the top choices
       Apartments drew fell next in line (23% #1 or #2; 58% @ 5,6 or 7)

• I think there is a great opportunity to drill down further on #7 & #8 to see whether there are geographic opportunities to locate each type of living unit (especially those that are both loved and hated) so that desire for that type of housing could be met for those who love it, without infringing upon those who hate it.

#9)  It looks like offerings to serve the residents are strongly supported, more job creation focused options are not.

         Restaurants / Café’s had 72% positive response, 9% negative
         Medical / Health Services = 62% +, 11% -
         Retail / Shopping = 61% +, 13% -
         Professional / Offices = 50% +, 12% -
         Technology / Innovation = 40% +, 32% -
         Light Industrial = 20% +, 56% -
         Manufacturing 13% +, 66% -

#10) New business development skews toward not being a priority.

#11) Remaining a commuter or bedroom community is favored.  Roughly 3.5 to 1.

#12) Tougher land use restrictions are preferred. 90% to 10 %

• There may be an opportunity to learn the desired balance between “my property rights” & “Don’t let someone do that” here.

#13) Some great suggestions to review.

#14) At least the same, if not more road funding is the choice.  (49% not enough, 47% just right) 

• We plan to observe how the Livingston County Road Commission changes their spending, as they got a significant funding bump at the expense of Local Municipalities moving forward.

#15) Lots of support for motorized vehicles; while both carry some favor Biking has slightly more support than walking

         Private Transport shows moderate support.  Ride Sharing & Buses drew the least support.

#16) More sidewalks / multi use paths drew the most support

         Followed by Safer Pedestrian Crossings then More places to walk or bike between shops, homes & services.
         Support was minimal for: Public Transit Stations, Other and None of the above.

#17) In order of support for concern:

         Traffic Congestion
         Speeding
         Unsafe Intersections
         Lack of Sidewalks / Bike lanes
         Not concerned – condition of roads. 

(Wonder if this changed after Winter?)

#18) Some great suggestions to review.

#19) 67 % will not, or will rarely, use Public Transportation

#20) Broadband Internet (73% +) Drinking Water Quality (78%+) and Cellular Service (80%+) were the only items under 90% + feedback.

• There is a chance to see if it is municipal water or individual wells that are a concern, and investigate ways to improve.
  We would like to investigate which areas need improved cell service and broadband coverage.

#21)   Some great suggestions to review.

#22) When given cost estimates:

        There was close to 50% support for: Contracting a dedicated Lets Bus (w/ 19% negative)

• We owe it to ourselves to find out why ½ the people are willing to fund busses that 67% say they won’t use, and for which little support was given in questions #15 & #16.  I believe this is a gap between younger people and our senior community.  Drilling down further could show a service gap that needs filled.

        Building additional walking trails at the Township Hall (w/ 28% negative)
        Extending Existing Sidewalks to the Township Hall was about equal neutral to negative, so skewing “no.”
        In order of least negative response: Rehabbing the former Herbst farm house; building / operating an outdoor pool; a
        pedestrian overpass over 96 were overwhelmingly not supported.

• These results align with the concept that residents of Townships favor a lower level of amenities in exchange for lower taxes.

#23) Dedicated Sheriff’s Deputy Contract failed to break 50% at any level.  The more service (and thus more cost) the less support.

• This was a little surprising to me, but supports the idea our citizens feel safe at home.

#24) Support for any amount or form of pickleball courts surpassed 20% only twice, and barely. 

• I did not expect this based upon social media posts.  This seems to be an “I’d like to have it, but not if I have to pay for it” luxury. 

#25) Less than ½ of respondents would support paying higher taxes to fund anything put forth in question #22-#24.

#26) & #28) 83% of residents support Township land purchases outright, or development rights purchases to curb development.

#27)  & #29) ¾ are willing to fund those purchases with a small millage if needed.

• This is the opposite of pickle ball.  Social media suggested this would be the answer (though I didn’t expect this level of support)
  People are willing to put their money where their mouth is on this topic.
  We will absolutely be gathering additional info on purchases & development rights purchases, and holding Town Halls to educate and explore public desire for each option. 

#30) When it comes to South Latson:

1) Preserve Community Character
2) Protect Open Space & the environment
3) Manage Traffic & Infrastructure
4) Not much support for new housing options or new business support.

• This will need more study and education.  As all of the land is privately owned, the owners will have the ability do something with their land.  The PUD area WILL BE new commercial development.  If the PUD is ruled invalid, portions of the area have already been rezoned to CPUD & ICPUD, neither of which allow for residential housing.  A balance will need to be struck between what is permitted and what is desired – which will be a very complex issue.

#31)   Some great suggestions to review.

Questions #32 - #37:

As discussed, these will be studied deeper for sure.  It has been brought up that some think residents answered #32, #34 & #36 as though “leave it as is” meant leave it vacant land or Country Estates (which some of it is still zoned, but some is not), vs the intent of that answer option, which was “don’t change the size of that planned area.”  Suggestions that followed in #33, #35 & #37 suggested people may have understood the lead in question, but it has also been expressed that moving the options around was difficult, especially on a tablet or phone – so some question whether or not we got accurate feedback on these questions.  Similar concerns were expresses regarding moving choices in questions #7, #8 & #9 as well.

Thank you for taking the time to review the survey results.  I look forward to reviewing your suggestions, as many of you provided suggestions that we used for these very questions when you reviewed them prior to the survey release.

The link to the Master Plan Survey results is available below: 

Genoa Township Master Plan Survey Results

Livingston County Veteran Services (LCVS) provides a wide range of programs designed to support veterans and their families. Our nationally accredited Veteran Service Officers assist veterans in filing for benefits through the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Honorably discharged veterans registered with LCVS—and their spouses or widows—may use complimentary transportation to all medical appointments within a 50‑mile radius. To schedule a ride, call LETS at (517) 546‑6600, select option 3, and indicate veteran status.

LCVS also offers several Emergency Relief assistance programs for honorably discharged veterans facing financial hardship. Available support includes help with housing-related needs, utilities, dental care, and vouchers for food, clothing, and fuel. To schedule an appointment and determine eligibility, call (517) 546‑6338.

The renewal of the County Veterans Services Millage, which funds these critical programs, will appear on the August 4, 2026, ballot.

The Township Board approved the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Township Budget at their meeting on March 02, 2026.  The budget is for the fiscal year beginning April 1, 2026 and ending on March 31, 2027.   The approved budget is provided below.

Any comments or questions in regard to the budget can be directed to Township Supervisor, Kevin Spicher at supervisor@genoa.org. 

Approved April 1, 2026 - March 31, 2027 Budget

This is the fiscal year 26/27 Township Budget as approved by the Township Board on March 2, 2026.

Monday, March 2, 2026 was the last day to pay 2025 Summer & Winter Property Taxes.

2025 Property Taxes became delinquent as of March 3, 2026.

All payments must now be made to the Livingston County Treasurer’s Office.

Please contact the County Treasurer's Office at 517 546-7010 for a total amount now due.

Thank you!

I-96 Traffic Shifts & Ramp Closures will begin Monday (3/2) at 7:00 A.M.

• Eastbound I-96 lanes will be shifted to the recently completed Westbound lanes, with 2 lanes of traffic maintained in each direction.

• The Eastbound Grand River I-96 on-ramp toward Detroit (loop ramp) will close for the summer. The remaining I-96 on and off-ramps will remain open (for now.)

In mid-March:

• The remainder of the old I-96 bridge over Grand River Ave will be demolished over 2-3 nights, which will require nightly full closures of Grand River in both directions.

Mid-late March

• Westbound Grand River Ave will be reduced to one lane between Challis Rd and I-96. Two lanes will be maintained travelling east on Grand River. Left turns from the Eastbound I-96 off ramp to Westbound Grand River will be prohibited. This configuration will be very similar to last year and will be in place for most of the summer.

Mid-June to Mid-July

• Westbound Grand River will be completely closed between the Eastbound I-96 on-ramp and the Westbound I-96 off ramp. Two lanes will be maintained along Eastbound Grand River. The Eastbound I-96 on and off-ramps to Grand River Ave will remain open.

• It is anticipated that overnight full closures of Grand River will be needed to place beams on the new I-96 bridge toward the latter part of this stage.

Mid-July to Late August

• The Eastbound I-96 off-ramp to Grand River will be closed for approximately 50 days. Westbound Grand River will have been reopened to one lane by this time.

• The Eastbound I-96 on-ramp will be closed for approximately 50 days.

Buckle Up and stay safe out there everyone! I fully expect a repeat of last summer, when every time an accident happened in the construction zone, all of our local roads became a mess of travelers unfamiliar with the area, leading to huge backups and long delays for us to get around.

Customers of the MHOG and Oak Pointe Water Systems
Oak Pointe & North Shore and MHOG Residential Cross Connection Inspections
Livingston County, MI, January 15, 2026:

This press release / public notice is being issued to notify customers connected to the Oak Pointe and MHOG Public Water Supply Systems of residential cross connection inspections beginning in March 2026.  To comply with requirements of the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE), all municipalities must conduct residential property inspections for cross connections to help protect the public water supply.  As part of this State required mandate, it is the responsibility of the homeowner to have their backflow prevention devices periodically maintained, tested and certified.  For years, the MHOG Utility Department has performed commercial inspections, but now we are required to also conduct residential inspections. 

To comply with State regulations, MHOG Utility Department, who also operates the Oak Pointe Water System, has contracted with HydroCorp to perform residential cross connection inspections.  HydroCorp will begin sending letters to homeowners in January, notifying them of the March 2026 inspections prior to the lawn irrigation season.  Currently the inspection cycle is once every 10 years.  To comply with this requirement, 10% of the residences connected to the Oak Pointe and MHOG Water Systems must be inspected annually. These inspections do require entry into the home to inspect the plumbing system.  Inspections will be conducted by Hydrocorp personnel who will have identification. Only those homes receiving a notice will have an inspection in a given year.   If an inspection determines that your backflow prevention device needs testing or there is deficiency, you will receive a notification by mail.  The letter will instruct homeowners to contact a licensed plumber having a current backflow prevention testing certification to complete the required test.

Common Examples of Potential Cross Connections Include:

·         Lawn Irrigation Systems
·         Water-assisted Back-up Sump Pumps
·         Unprotected Hose Bibs
·         Hard Piped Pool or Pond Filling Equipment
·         Home Heating Boilers

Questions or concerns should be directed to the MHOG Utility Department at 810-227-5225 and additional information will be available at www.genoa.org & www.mhog.org.

Genoa Township is giving out free radon testing kits. The testing kit and instructions are available at Township Hall. 

The naturally-occurring, tasteless, odorless and colorless gas comes from the natural, radioactive breakdown of uranium in soil, rock and water and gets into the air. It enters buildings through openings in  foundation floors or walls such as sump openings, crawlspaces, floor or wall joints and cracks. 

In Livingston County, approximately 40% of homes have elevated radon levels, according to information on the county's website from the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality. 

For more information on this program and on radon in general, please visit the Livingston County Health Department Radon page.

We are thrilled to share some exciting news with you – Genoa Township is stepping into the future of citizen engagement with a brand-new mobile app!

The app is a great source of information for news, events, updates, and important links to the website. The app is available for download in the Apple App and Google Play online stores by searching for "MyGenoa".

Once you have the MyGenoa app, you can create an account to customize your settings and tailor what kind of communications you want to receive from the Township.

To subscribe to the MyGenoa notifications by email only, just click on this link: https://app.govoutreach.com/genoatownshipmi/public/communications/subscribe

The Brighton Area Fire Authority is seeking residents living in Genoa Township, Brighton Township and the City of Brighton who are willing to serve their community as a Paid-On-Call Firefighter.

• No experience necessary, just the motivation to learn and serve
• All required training is provided and compensated
• Academy classes are held on evening/weekends

To apply, interested applicants can go to www.brightonareafire.com or in person at 615 W. Grand River, Brighton, MI 48116

Any questions please call the Brighton Area Fire Authority at 810 229-6640 or email HR Director Anne Campbell at acampbell@brightonareafire.com

Brighton Area Fire Recruitment Advertisement

Genoa Charter Township is concerned a deadly disease known as oak wilt caused by the fungus Ceratocystis fagacearum is a threat to the Township's oak population. Improper tree trimming/removal practices may result in the establishment of oak wilt disease epicenters, which may lead to increased disease activity with devastating aesthetic and economic losses. It is therefore both advisable and prudent to attempt to prevent and control oak wilt.

The entire resolution can be found here

Oak Wilt Resolution