August 30, 2010

Holiday Refuse Collection reminder

For the Labor Day holiday - Monday, September 6, 2010 - There will be no collection on Monday. Collection will be one day behind so that Monday pick-up will occur on Tuesday and Tuesday pick-up will occur on Wednesday.

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It has recently been reported that Genoa Charter Township has withdrawn from the Southeastern Livingston County Recreation Authority (SELCRA).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 12/31/2010 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.

August 16, 2010

Upcoming Election

General Election on November 2, 2010

Please visit the Township Elections page for information on registration forms or precinct locations or you may contact the Clerk's Department at (810) 227 5225.

October 4, 2010 is the last day to register to vote for this election.

August 3, 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, 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

August 3, 2010

Fall Yard Waste Pickup

Our Fall 2010 Yard Waste Collection program has been scheduled for the following dates at the Genoa Charter Township Hall from 9am to noon:

Saturday October 23, 2010
Saturday November 20, 2010

Residents may bring their yard waste to the Township Hall on these dates. Any plastic bags will be returned. Branches and similar materials must be in 3 foot long bundles.

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

May 11, 2010

Building Department Ordinance Adoption - May 17, 2010

Genoa Charter Township
Ordinance#: 100517

An ordinance to designate an enforcing agency to discharge the responsibility of Genoa Charter Township, under the provisions of the Stille-DeRossette-Hale Single State Construction Code Act, 1972 PA 230, MCL 125.1501 et seq.

The Genoa Charter Township ordains:

Section 1. AGENCY DESIGNATED. Pursuant to the provisions of the Michigan (Building, Electrical, Mechanical or Plumbing) Code, in accordance with Section 8b(6) of 1972 PA 230, the (Building, Electrical, Mechanical, or Plumbing) Code Official of Genoa Charter Township is hereby designated as the enforcing agency to discharge the responsibility of the Genoa Charter Township under 1972 PA 230, State of Michigan. Genoa Charter Township assumes responsibility for the administration and enforcement of said Act throughout its corporate limits.

Section 2. REPEALS. All ordinances inconsistent with the provisions of this ordinance are hereby repealed.

Section 3. PUBLICATION. This ordinance shall be effective after legal publication and in accordance with provisions of the Act governing same.

Adopted this ______ day of ______,____.

This ordinance duly adopted on ______ at a regular meeting of the Genoa Charter Township Board of Trustees and will become effective ______.

Date: ______, ____.
Signed: ____________
Polly Skolarus
Clerk of Genoa Charter Township

Attested: ____________
Gary McCririe
Supervisor of Genoa Charter Township

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.

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!

February 4, 2010

Budget Information

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

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.