Genoa Township Manager

Township Manager - Kelly VanMarter - kelly@genoa.org
Kathleen Murphy - Administrative Assistant - kathleen@genoa.org

The Manager serves as the chief appointed administrative officer of Genoa Charter Township and works closely with the Board of Trustees and department leaders to oversee municipal operations.  In addition to general administrative leadership, the Manager also serves as the Township’s Zoning Administrator, Special Assessment Districts Administrator, FOIA Coordinator, and plays a primary role in the development and oversight of the annual budget.

Responsibilities include administration of capital improvement projects, preparation of Board of Trustees agendas and packets, personnel management, public services, planning and development, and community relations. The Manager is responsible for implementing policies, procedures, and ordinances adopted by the Township Board and serves as a central point of coordination among elected officials, staff, and the public.

Manager FAQ

Do I need a burn permit?

No, there is currently no permit required for burning yard waste items such as leaves and branches in Genoa Charter Township. Please use common sense when burning. Debris should be kept in small piles and should not be left unattended. Burning should take place during daylight hours with low wind conditions.

Every year the Township receives complaints about the burning of yard waste. Alternatives to burning exist. Yard waste collections take place at the Township Hall, 2911 Dorr Road, several times throughout the year. Please look for drop-off dates in the quarterly newsletter. Backyard composting is another environmentally friendly option.

Who is responsible for the maintenance of my road?

Public roads in Genoa Township are maintained by the Livingston County Road Commission at (517) 546-4250. Private roads are maintained by the private property owners.

We have a private road that we want to have paved/repaved/other road improvements. What can we do?

Please refer to the Special Assessment District (SAD) for Road Improvements guide located to the right for information on having the Township setup an assessment district for the desired road improvements.

When do we chloride the Township gravel roads?

Genoa Township schedules periodic chloriding throughout the summer months on gravel roads. There are typically 3 applications during the warm weather and staff surveys the roads periodically to adjust when each application occurs. Generally, the applications occur around the major summer holidays (i.e. Memorial Day, July 4th and Labor Day).

Which Fire Department services Genoa Township?

Genoa Township is serviced in its entirety by the Brighton Area Fire Department. For emergencies please dial 911.

Do we have a police department?

Genoa Township does not have its own police force and is instead covered by the Livingston County Sherrif's Department and the Michigan State Police. Please dial 911 for emergencies.

What school systems serve Genoa Township?

Genoa Township is served by Brighton, Hartland, Howell and Pinckney school systems.