Synopsis
Groveland Twp. Board 4-14-2014
Call To Order & Roll Call
Approved: Agenda with Additional Items
Consent Agenda
Budget Amendment, Acets Payable
Board Minutes 3-10-2014
Presentations
Nick Longbucco with Oakland County Conservation District
Diane Howell Presented Holly Area Youth Certificate of Appreciation
NEW BUSINESS
Approved 2014 Gravel Program
Approved Paving Approaches
Approved Mapping of Mt, Bethel Cemetery
Approved Improvements to Fire Well
Discussed IT/Phone Services and Hardware Replacement
Approved New Payroll Company, Dominion
Approved 2 yr. Contract with MI Outdoor Services
Discusses! Permit Fees for Furnace & Hot Water Heaters
Approved Weapons Policy Change to Comply with Stale Law
Approved Groveland Oaks Fire Works Display
Approved Cracks to be filled is Twp. Parking Lot
Approved Clean Up of Trees at Township Office
RESOLUTIONS APPROVED
Approved 2014 West Nile
Approved April 2014 as Fair Housing Mouth
Approved May 2014 as Mental Health Month
FIREBOARD:
Approved 3 New Hires
Patti Back
Recording Secretary
Publish in The Citizen 4-19-14

GROVELAND TOWNSHIP
PUBLIC ACCURACY TEST
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a Public Accuracy Test for the Primary Election to be held on Tuesday, August 5, 2014 has been scheduled for WEDNESDAY, JULY 16, 2014 @ 10:00 a.m., to be conducted at the Groveland Township Office, 4695 Grange Hall Rd., Holly, MI.
The Public Accuracy Test is conducted to determine that the electronic equipment used to conduct and tabulate the results of the election counts the votes in the manner prescribed by law.
Pamela Mazich, Clerk
Groveland Township
4695 Grange Hall Rd.
Holly, MI 48442 248-634-4152
Publish in The Citizen 6-21-14

GROVELAND TOWNSHIP
NOTICE OF
CLOSE OF REGISTRATION PRIMARY ELECTION TUESDAY, AUGUST 5, 2014
To the qualified electors of the Township of Groveland, County of Oakland, State of Michigan.
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT THE GROVELAND TOWNSHIP OFFICE AT 4695 GRANGE HALL RD., HOLLY, MI WILL BE OPEN:
MONDAY, July 7, 2014 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
LAST DAY OF REGISTRATION
FOR THE PURPOSE OF RECEIVING APPLICATIONS FOR THE REGISTRATION OF THE QUALIFIED ELECTORS IN SAID TOWNSHIP NOT ALREADY REGISTERED.
THE AUGUST 5, 2014 PRIMARY ELECTION WILL BE CONDUCTED IN ALL VOTING PRECINCTS OF GROVELAND TOWNSHIP, FOR THE PURPOSE OF NOMINATING CANDIDATES OF ALL PARTICIPATING PARTIES FOR THE FOLLOWING OFFICES:
Governor, United States Senator, Representative in Congress 8th District, State Senator 14th District, Representative in State Legislature 51st District, County Commissioner 2nd District, Delegate to County Convention.
14-1 Amendatory Act to Reduce State Use Tax and Replace with A Local Community Stabilization Share to Modernize the Tax System to Help Small Businesses Grow and Create Jobs.
(Precinct #2) Holly area School district Millage Proposal, Building and Site Sinking Fund Tax Levy.
(Proposal language available at Groveland Township Office)
Pamela Mazich, Clerk
Groveland Township
4695 Grange Hall Rd.
Holly, MI 48442 248-634-4152
Publish in The Citizen 6-21-14

PUBLIC NOTICE
GROVELAND TWP.
GROVELAND TOWNSHIP
AMENDMENT TO ORDINANCE #152 CHAPTER 14 ? ENVIROMENT Sec. 14-39 Geothermal Heat Pumps
(b) Drainage
4. Shall comply with D.E.Q. regulations if required.
At the regular meeting of the Groveland Township Board held on Monday, June 9, 2014, the Codified Ordinance was approved and adopted by a vote of 5 ? 0.
Copies of the amendment to the ordinance are available for your inspection at the Groveland Township Office at 4695 Grange Hall Rd., Holly, during regular business hours.
Pamela Mazich, Clerk
248-634-4152
Publish in The Citizen 7-05-14

Synopsis
Groveland Twp. Board 7-14-2014
Call To Order & Roll Call
Approved: Agenda
Consent Agenda
Accts Payable
Financial Report
Board Minutes 6/9/14, Election Mtg. 6/23/14,
Special Board Mtg. 6/25/14
NEW BUSINESS
Discussed Zane Health Tabled to Sept. Mtg.
Approved Antennae Lease Update
Approved Update to Township Policy
Approved P. Back to Attend Governance Class
RESOLUTIONS APPROVED
Discussed Ferndale Fireworks No Board Action
Discussed Clawson Fireworks No Board Action
Discussed Madison Heights Waste Management No Board Action
FIREBOARD:
Approved 4 New Hires
Patti Back
Recording Secretary
Publish in The Citizen 7-19-14

NOTICE OF PRIMARY ELECTION – AUGUST 5, 2014
IN
GROVELAND TOWNSHIP
To the Qualified Electors:
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a Primary Election will be held in:
GROVELAND TOWNSHIP
County of Oakland, State of Michigan
TUESDAY, AUGUST 5,2014
THE POLLS will be open
7 o’clock a.m. until 8 o’clock p.m.
ALL POLLING PLACES ARE
HANDICAP ACCESSIBLE
BRAILLE & AUDIO VERSIONS OF VOTING INSTRUCTIONS ARE AVAILABLE
AT THE POLLING PLACES LISTED BELOW:
Precinct 1 ? Groveland Township Office
(4695 Grange Hall Rd)
Precinct 2 ? Groveland Fire Station No. 1
(14645 Dixie Hwy. Training Center)
Precinct 3 ? Groveland Fire Station No. 2
(3085 Grange Hall Rd)
FOR THE PURPOSE OF ELECTING CANDIDATES FOR THE FOLLOWING OFFICES:
STATE Governor
CONGRESSIONAL United States Senator
United States Representative in Congress ? 8th District
LEGISLATIVE State Senator 14th District
Representative in State Legislature 51st District
COUNTY County Commissioner 2nd district
DELEGATES TO THE COUNTY CONVINTION FOR DEMOCRAT AND REPUBLICAN PARTIES
AND FOR THE PURPOSE OF VOTING ON THE FOLLOWING PROPOSALS:
PROPOSAL 14-1
Approval or disapproval of amendatory act to reduce State Use Tax and replace with a local community stabilization share to modernize the tax system to help small businesses grow and create jobs.
HOLLY SCHOOL DISTRICT
Millage Proposal, Building and
Site Sinking Fund Tax Levy
COUNTY TREASURER’S STATEMENT AS REQUIRED
BY ACT NO. 62 OF THE PUBLIC ACTS OF 1933
AS AMENDED
I, Andrew E. Meisner, County Treasurer of the County of Oakland, State of Michigan, do hereby certify that according to the records in my office, as of June 27, 2014 the total of all voted increases in the tax rate limitation above the 18 mills established by Section 6 of Article IX of the Michigan Constitution of 1963 affecting taxable property in the Township of Groveland, in said County, is as follows:
LOCAL UNIT VOTED INCREASE EFFECTIVE
Holly Area Schools None
Dated: July 19, 2012
ANDREW E. MEISNER, TREASURER
OAKLAND COUNTY
ABSENT VOTER BALLOTS MAY BE OBTAINED FROM:
PAMELA MAZICH, CLERK
GROVELAND TOWNSHIP
4695 GRANGE HALL RD.
HOLLY, MI 48442
248/634-4152
clerk@grovelandtownship.net
The office will be open Saturday preceding the election, August 2, 2014, until 2:00 p.m. for requesting an absentee ballot.
Publish in The Citizen 7-26-14

Synopsis
Groveland Twp. Board 8-11-2014
Call To Order & Roll Call
Approved: Agenda
Consent Agenda
Budget Amendments
Accts Payable
Financial Report
Board Minutes Township & Fire
NEW BUSINESS
Approved Zane Health
Approved Treasurer & Deputy to Attend MMTA Conference
RESOLUTIONS
Approved ET Rover
Approved Oakland County Emergency Management
Approved Holly Youth Assistance
FIREBOARD:
No Board Action
Patti Back
Recording Secretary
Publish in The Citizen 8-23-14

LEGAL NOTICE
GROVELAND TOWNSHIP RESIDENTS
REGULAR MEETING
The regular meeting of the Groveland Township Board of Zoning Appeals will be held on Tuesday, September 9, 2014 at 7:00 p.m. at the Groveland Township Hall, 4695 Grange Hall Road, Holly, MI 48442. The purpose of the meeting is to hear the following:
BZA 2014-001, JAMES HOLDEN SEC. 23. 02-23-
400-004, 1740 BIRD RD, ORTONVILLE. VARIANCE
REQUEST TO ERECT ASSECCOSROY BUILDING
IN FRONT YARD (54-802)
Additional information is available at the Township Office during regular business hours. If you are unable to attend the meeting, your written comments are welcome at the Township Office prior to the night of the meeting.

PUBLIC NOTICE
GROVELAND TOWNSHIP
ORDINANCE #204 AMENDMENTS TO #123
SPECIAL USE-Section 54-1429 (23c)
Special Use Permits may be approved for 3 to 5 years if all rules and code requirements have been regulated correctly. It further states that this is only available to applicants / organizations that have had (SUP) Special Use Permits for four years prior and over.
ORDINANCE #205 AMENDMENTS TO #202
Chapter 18-3. Fee Schedule-Section (h)
Rezoning Map and/or Zoning Text Amendment
Residential:
Administrative Fee (nonrefundable) 100.00
Application Review Fee, per parcel 820.00
Total 920.00
Nonresidential:
Administrative Fee (nonrefundable) 250.00
Application Review Fee, per parcel 820.00
Total 1070.00
At the regular meeting of the Groveland Township Board held on September 8, 2014, Codified ordinance #204 & #205 was approved and adopted by a vote of 5-0.
Copies of the amendments to Ordinance #123 and #202 are available for your inspection at the Groveland Township Office at 4695 Grange Hall Rd., Holly, during regular business hours.
Pamela Mazich, Clerk
clerk@grovelandtownship.net
248-634-4152
Publish in The Citizen 9-13-14

Groveland Twp Board 9-08-2014
Call To Order & Roll Call
Approved: Agenda
Accts Payable
Financial Report
Board Minutes Township & Fire
PRESENTATION:
March 31, 2014 Audit, Ken Palka
NEW BUSINESS
Approved Smart Bus
Approved 3 yr. Contract with Pfeffer, Hanniford, Pakla
Approved Rezoning Fees
Approved Special Use Permits for 3-5 yrs.
Approved Oakland County Sherriff Contract with Renaissance Festival
Will be attending Camp Tamarack Luncheon
RESOLUTIONS:
Approved Zoning Enabling Act
FIREBOARD:
No Board Action
Patti Back
Recording Secretary
Publish in The Citizen 9-13-14

GROVELAND TOWNSHIP
PUBLIC ACCURACY TEST
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a Public Accuracy Test for the General Election to be held on Tuesday, November 4, 2014 has been scheduled for WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 1, @ 2:00 P.M., to be conducted at the Groveland Township Office, 4695 Grange Hall Rd., Holly, MI.
The Public Accuracy Test is conducted to determine that the electronic equipment used to conduct and tabulate the results of the election counts the votes in the manner prescribed by law.
Pamela Mazich, Clerk
Groveland Township
4695 Grange Hall Rd.
Holly, MI 48442 248-634-4152
Publish in The Citizen 9-27-14

GROVELAND TOWNSHIP
NOTICE OF CLOSE OF
REGISTRATION FOR
THE GENERAL ELECTION
TO BE HELD ON
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 4, 2014
To the qualified electors of the Township of Groveland, County of Oakland, State of Michigan.
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT THE GROVELAND TOWNSHIP OFFICE AT 4695 GRANGE HALL RD., HOLLY, MI WILL BE OPEN:
MONDAY, OCTOBER 6, 2014 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
LAST DAY OF REGISTRATION
FOR THE PURPOSE OF RECEIVING APPLICATIONS FOR THE REGISTRATION OF THE QUALIFIED ELECTORS IN SAID TOWNSHIP NOT ALREADY REGISTERED.
THE NOVEMBER 4, 2014 GENERAL ELECTION WILL BE CONDUCTED IN ALL VOTING PRECINCTS OF GROVELAND TOWNSHIP, FOR THE PURPOSE OF NOMINATING CANDIDATES OF ALL PARTICIPATING PARTIES FOR THE FOLLOWING OFFICES:
Governor, United States Senator, Representative in Congress 8th District, State Senator 14th District, Representative in State Legislature 51st District, County Commissioner 2nd, Member State Board of Education, Regent of University of Michigan, Trustee of Michigan State University, Governor of Wayne State University, Justice of Supreme Court, Justice of Supreme Court-Incumbent, Justice of Court of Appeals 2nd District-Incumbent, Judge of Circuit Court 6th Circuit-Incumbent, Judge of Circuit Court 6th District-Non-Incumbent, Judge of Probate Court-Incumbent, Judge of District Court 52nd District, 2nd Division-Incumbent.
BRANDON SCHOOLS: Oakland Community College Board of Trustees Member, Brandon School Board Member.
GOODRICH SCHOOLS: Mott Community College Board of Trustees Member, Mott Community College Board of Trustees Member-Partial Term, Goodrich School Board Member, Goodrich School Board Member-Partial Term.
HOLLY SCHOOLS: Oakland Community College Board of Trustee Member, Holly School District Board Member.
HOLLY AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT MILLAGE PROPOSAL, BUILDING AND SITE SINKING FUND TAX LEVY
Proposal 14-1 Referendum of Public Act 520 of 2012, Establishing an Open Season for wolves and authorizing annual wolf hunting season.
Proposal 14-2 Referendum of Public Act 21 of 2013, Granting Natural Resources Commission the power to designate wolves and other animals as game without legislative action.
Full text of Proposals may be obtained by:
Pamela Mazich, Clerk
Groveland Township
4695 Grange Hall Rd.
Holly, MI 48462
248-634-4152
Publish in The Citizen 9-27-14

LEGAL NOTICE
GROVELAND TOWNSHIP
RESIDENTS
REGULAR MEETING
The regular meeting of the Groveland Township Board of Zoning Appeals will be held on Tuesday, November 11, 2014 at 7:00 p.m. at the Groveland Township Hall, 4695 Grange Hall Road, Holly, MI 48442. The purpose of the meeting is to hear the following:
BZA 2014-003 ANDREW SESTER, SEC. 24. G 02-24-251-009, 715 W GLASS RD, ORTONVILLE. VARIANCE REQUEST TO ERECT ACCESSORY BUILDING IN FRONT YARD (54-802)
Additional information is available at the Township Office during regular business hours. If you are unable to attend the meeting, your written comments are welcome at the Township Office prior to the night of the meeting.
Publish in The Citizen 10-25-14

NOTICE OF GENERAL ELECTION ? NOVEMBER 4, 2014
IN GROVELAND TOWNSHIP
To the Qualified Electors:
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a General Election will be held in:
GROVELAND TOWNSHIP
County of Oakland, State of Michigan
Tuesday, NOVEMBER 4, 2014
THE POLLS will be open
7 o’clock a.m. until 8 o’clock p.m.
ALL POLLING PLACES ARE HANDICAP ACCESSABLE BRAILLE & AUDIO VERSIONS OF VOTING INSTRUCTIONS ARE AVAILABLE AT THE POLLING PLACE LISTED BELOW:
Precinct 1: Groveland Township Office (Lower Level) ? 4695 Grange Hall Rd.
Precinct 2: Fire Station #1 ? 14645 Dixie Hwy
Precinct 3: Fire Station #2 (In Truck Bay) ? 3085 Grange Hall Rd.
FOR THE PURPOSE OF ELECTING CANDIDATES FOR THE FOLLOWING OFFICES:
U.S. SENATOR, REPRESENTATIVE IN CONGRESS 8TH District
STATE- Governor, Secretary of State, Attorney General, State Senator 14th District, Representative 51st District, State Board of Education (2 seats), University of Michigan Regent (2 seats) Michigan State University Trustee (2 seats), Governor of Wayne State University (2 seats)
OAKLAND COUNTY ? County Commissioner 2nd District
JUDICIAL ? Justice of the Supreme Court (2 seats) ? Incumbent Position Partial Term Ending 01/01/2017, Judge of the Court of Appeals 2nd District Incumbent (2 seats), Judge of Circuit Court 6th Circuit Incumbent Position (7 seats) ? Non-Incumbent Position (1 seat)
COMMUNITY COLLEGE ? Oakland Community College Trustees (2 seats), Mott Community College Trustees (2 seats); Partial Term Ending 12/31/2018 (1 seat); Partial Term Ending 12/31/2016 (1 seat)
LOCAL SCHOOL DISTRICTS ? Brandon School Board Member (3 seats), Goodrich School Board Members (3 seats), Holly School Board Member (3 seats).
AND FOR THE PURPOSE OF VOTING ON THE FOLLOWING PROPOSALS:
PROPOSAL 14-1; A REFERENDUM OF PUBLIC ACT 520 OF 2012, ESTABLISHING A HUNTING SEASON FOR WOLVES AND AUTHORIZING ANNUAL WOLF HUNTING SEASONS.
PROPOSAL 14-2; A REFERENDUM OF PUBLIC ACT 21 OF 2013, GRANTING THE NATURAL RESOURCES COMMISSION THE POWER TO DESIGNATE WOLVES AND CERTAIN OTHER ANIMALS AS GAME WITHOUT LEGISLATIVE ACTION.
PROPOSAL HOLLY AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT; MILLAGE PROPOSAL, BUILDING AND SITE SINKING FUND TAX LEVY.
Proposals language and Absent Voter Ballots are available at:
GROVELAND TOWNSHIP OFFICE
4695 GRANGE HALL ROAD
HOLLY, MI 48442
248-634-4152
clerk@grovelandtownship.net
Publish in The Citizen 10-25-14

Synopsis
Groveland Twp. Board 10-14-2014
Call To Order & Roll Call
Approved: Agenda
Consent Agenda
Budget Amendments
Accts Payable
Financial Report
Board Minutes Township & Fire
NEW BUSINESS
Approved Township to Pay at Large Portion of Paddison Drain
Discussed Reallocation of CDBG Funds Re-Visit Mtg.
Approved Cable Manager Wage Increase
Approved Purchase of New Mailing Machine
Discussed Ricoh Copier Re-Visit Nov. Mtg.
Approved USB Back Up
Approved Wi Fi Back Up
Approved Supervisor to Attend MATS Conference
Approved Re-Zoning of Bender Property
Approved Blight Ordinance with Changes
RESOLUTIONS
Discussed Oakland County Park Resolution
FIREBOARD:
Approved Sergeant Promotions
Approved Hiring of Paramedic
Patti Back
Recording Secretary
Publish in The Citizen 10-25-14

LEGAL NOTICE
GROVELAND TOWNSHIP residents
regular meeting
The regular meeting of the Groveland Township Board of Zoning Appeals will be held on Tuesday, November 12, 2014 at 7:00 p.m. at the Groveland Township Hall, 4695 Grange Hall Road, Holly, MI 48442. The purpose of the meeting is to hear the following:
BZA 2014-003 ANDREW SESTER, SEC. 24.
G 02-24-251-009, 715 W. GLASS RD., ORTONVILLE
VARIANCE REQUEST TO ERECT ACCESSORY BUILDING IN FRONT YARD (54-802)
Additional information is available at the Township Office during regular business hours. If you are unable to attend the meeting, your written comments are welcome at the Township Office prior to the night of the meeting.
Publish in The Citizen 11-1-14

LEGAL NOTICE
GROVELAND TOWNSHIP
At the regular meeting of the Groveland Township Board, held on Tuesday, October 14, 2014, the following change was approved by a vote of 5 to 0
Z 2014-001, BRAD BENDER, SEC. 18. 02-18-200-002; DIXIE HWY., HOLLY, MI REZONE REF/BI (Rural Estate/Farm/Business 1) TO B2 (Business 2).
This zoning change will become effective 30 days after publication in The Citizen and Tri-County Times as required by law. Copies of the amendment are available for inspection at the Groveland Township Office, 4695 Grange Hall Rd., Holly, MI during regular business hours.
Publish in The Citizen 11-1-14

GROVELAND TOWNSHIP
Notice of Public Hearing Community Development Block Grant Funds 2015 Program Year
And
Reprogramming Request
for 2014 Funding
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Groveland Township will hold a public hearing on the use of Community Development Block Grant Funds. The hearing will be held on Monday, December 8, 2014 @ 4695 Grange Hall Rd., Holly, MI 48442 for the purpose of hearing public comments on the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program Year 2015 application in the amount of $15,093 to fund eligible projects.
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a public hearing will be held at the above time and location for the purpose of reprogramming 2014 CDBG funds for the following:
Existing (FROM):
Account Number Activity Description Amount
730733 Fire Station Equipment $10,566
Proposed (TO):
Account Number Activity Description Amount
731696 Senior Centers $10,566
Description Change To: Reprogrammed funds will be used to install new exterior and interior doors for ADA compliance and insulation / vapor barrier under the floors at the Edna Burton Ortonville Senior Center. Seniors and the disabled living in Groveland Township benefit from the services provided by the Senior Center. The project will be administered by Brandon Township.
All interested citizens are requested to attend the Hearing. Comments will also be received in writing or in person at Groveland Township, 4695 Grange Hall Road, Holly, MI 48442 until 4:00 p.m., Monday, December 08, 2014.
The Township board meeting room is handicap accessible. Arrangements to reasonable accommodate special needs will be made upon receiving 72-hour advance notice
Contact for information or special services.
Pam Mazich, Clerk 248-634-4152 or by e-mail clerk@grovelandtownship.net
Publish in The Citizen 11-22-14

SYNOPSIS
GROVELAND twp. board 11-10-2014
Call To Order & Roll Call
Approved: Agenda as Amended
Consent Agenda
Budget Amendments
Accts Payable
Financial Report
Board Minutes Township & Fire
PRESENTATION
Plaque to the Oakland Cty. Rd. Commission
OLD BUSINESS
Approved Purchase of Ricoh Copier
NEW BUSINESS
Approved Invasive Special Grant Application
Approved Back, Lawrence, Cason to Attend 2015 MTA Conference
RESOLUTIONS
Approved Oakland County Parks Resolution
Discussed ET Rover Pipeline Resolution
Approved Dale Smith to Holly Youth Assistance
FIREBOARD:
Approved Hiring of New Personnel
Approved Purchase of Snow Blade
Patti Back
Recording Secretary
Publish in The Citizen 11-22-14

REQUESTS FOR PROPOSAL PURCHASE OF SELF-CONTAINED BREATHING APPARATUS
Bid proposal is for Purchase of (23) SCBA for the Brandon Fire Department.
The Contract will be for the purchase of 23 complete SCBA that meet or exceed the NFPA 1981, 2013 Edition. Bid packets will be available on December 15`x’, 2014 at Brandon Fire Station #1 between the hours of 8:30-4:00 Monday through Friday. Please call the Fire Department at 248-627-4000 if you have any questions regarding the SCBA Bid or would like an e-mail copy of the proposal. Bidders assume full responsibility for delivering their bid proposal on time to the designated place (E-mail submissions will not be accepted). A bid may not be modified, withdrawn or cancelled by the bidder for a period of sixty (60) days after Bid Opening.
Submit your bid proposal no later than 12:00 pm on Friday, January 9th, 2015 to:
Candee Allen
Brandon Township Clerk
395 Mill Street – P.O. Box 929
Ortonville, Mi. 48462
Bid opening will take place Januarv 9, 2014 at 1:00 p.m. at the Brandon Twp. Municipal Building.
The Charter Township of Brandon reserves the right to accept or reject any and all proposals. Selection will be based on the submitted cost estimation and an evaluation of listed services. Contractor selection is not based solely on bid amount. The bidder shall also submit a minimum of two references. Please provide a current certificate of insurance with your bid proposal. Finalists may be interviewed to clarify qualifications, the submitted proposal and to ensure a mutual understanding.
The Charter Township of Brandon is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age or disability. Businesses owned by women or minorities are strongly encouraged to bid. Pursuant to Public Act 517 of 2012, individuals who have economic relations with Iran are prohibited from submitting bids on this project.
Posted by Candee Allen, Brandon Township Clerk, 395 Mill Street, PO Box 929, Ortonville, MI 48462
Publish in The Citizen 12-20-14

Synopsis
Groveland Twp. Board 12-08-2014
Call To Order & Roll Call
Approved: Agenda as Amended
Consent Agenda
Budget Amendments
Accts Payable
Financial Report
Board Minutes Township
OLD BUSINESS
Approved CDBG 2015 Application
Approved CDBG 2014 Reprogramming of Funds
NEW BUSINESS
Approved Michigan Traffic Improvement Dues
Approved 2015 No Haz Program
Approved Jeremy Watson as Ordinance Officer
Approved Jeremy Watson as Fill in Building Inspector
Approved 2015 Open Meeting Act
REBOARD:
PRESENTATION
Congratulations to
John Williams & Billy Starr
Graduates of Eastern Michigan University’s
Staff & Command
Approved 11/10/2014 Fire Board minutes.
Patti Back
Recording Secretary
Publish in The Citizen 12-20-14

GROVELAND TOWNSHIP
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
OPEN MEETINGS ACT RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, the By-Laws of the Groveland Township
Board of Trustees provide for the scheduling of the regular Township Board Meetings for the second Monday of each Month; and
WHEREAS, the State of Michigan has enacted the Open Meetings Act, which requires the specific designation of the Dates, time and places of all regular meetings of the Groveland Township Board, and
WHEREAS, it is the desire of the Groveland Township Board to conduct all of its business in an open forum, in Compliance with said act; and
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Groveland Township Board of Trustees will hold its regular Meeting on the second Monday of every month of the calendar year, beginning, January 12, 2015 and ending on December 14, 2015.
The following are dates of the regularly scheduled Meeting that will begin at 7:00 p.m. and will be held at the Township Hall, 4695 Grange Hall Road, Holly, MI 48442;
January 12, 2015 July 13, 2015
February 9, 2015 August 10, 2015
March 9, 2015 September 14, 2015
April 13, 2015 October 13, 2015
May 11, 2015 November 9, 2015
June 8, 2015 December 14, 2015
AND, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a copy of this Notice of Meeting Dates will be published in the Citizen and Tri-County Times newspapers and posted at the Township Hall.
MOTION MADE BY:
SECONDED BY:
YES: – –
NO: – –
Pamela Mazich, Township Clerk
This notice is posted in compliance with PA 267 of 1976 as Amended (Open Meetings Act), MCLA 41.72A(S)(3) and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
Publish in The Citizen 12-20-14

PUBLIC NOTICE
GROVELAND TOWNSHIP
ORDINANCE #206 AMENDMENT TO #169 AMBULANCE, FIRE AND EMERGENCY RESCUE SERVICE COST RECOVERY ORDINANCE
An Ordinance to provide for the recovery and collection of fees for providing Ambulance, Fire and Emergency Rescue Personnel, Equipment and Services for certain fires and other emergencies, the Fee structure and providing for the means of contesting those fees, pursuant to the authority of 1951 PA 33, as amended by 1990 PA 102, MCL 41.806a; MSA 5.2640 (6a)
Section 1 Applicability
A. Response to Ambulance, Fire and Rescue.
B. Exemptions from the provisions of the Ordinance
Section II Fees and Collection
A. Persons not exempt from provisions of this ordinance shall pay charges and fees. Fee Schedule available at Groveland Township
B. Within sixty (60) days after services have been provided an invoice will be sent to the party/parties concerned.
C. Failure to pay will be a civil infraction. The Township may then pursue recovery of all outstanding costs, fees, fines, interest and other charges or expenses.
Section III Contesting Statement and Appeal
A. Any person who wishes to contest payment of invoice may dispute it by submitting a letter to the Township Supervisor
B. Dissatisfaction with Township Supervisor’s decision may appeal to the Township Board of Trustees
C. Regardless of Board decision, the Invoice shall be finally due and payable within seven (7) days after the date the Board renders its decision.
D. Nothing In Ordinance shall prevent or restrict Groveland Township, in its sole discretion, from issuing a municipal civil infraction citation and/or taking additional enforcement action it deems necessary.
E. The 52-2 District Court is authorized to asses and collect an additional fee of $25.00 from responsible parties for each civil infraction violation brought under this Ordinance.
Section IV SEVERABILITY
Each and Every article, section and subsection of this Ordinance, and each provision is declared to be separable and severable.
At a special meeting of the Groveland Township Board held on December 16, 2014, Codified Ordinance #206 was approved and adopted by a vote of 5-0.
Copies of the amendment to Ordinance #169 are available for your inspection at the Groveland Township Office at 4695 Grange Hall Rd., Holly, MI, during Regular business hours.
Pamela Mazich, Clerk
clerk@grovelandtownship.net
248-634-4152
Publish in The Citizen 01-03-15

GROVELAND TOWNSHIP
Immediate Job Opening Treasurer’s Office & Planning Dept.
Seeking self-motivated individual with finance and office computer skills for an immediate opening for a deputy treasurer and planning department administrator. Financial background highly desired. Position is full time, 27 hours per week, with occasional evening meetings. Please submit resume by January 29th @ 4:00pm.
Please contact David Ax, treasurer@grovelandtownship.net or Pam Mazich, clerk@grovelandtownship.net at 248-634-4152
Publish in The Citizen 01-17-15

Synopsis
Groveland Twp. Board 1-13-2015
Call To Order & Roll Call
Approved: Agenda as Amended
Consent Agenda as Amended
Budget Amendments
Accts Payable
Financial Report
NEW BUSINESS
Approved 2015 Poverty Guidelines
Approved Deputy Clerk to attend MAMC Cleric Institute
Approved Purchase of New Cable Equipment
Set Budget Workshop Date-2/25/2015
Approved Deputy Treasurer/Office Assist. Resignation
Approved Two Week Notice Waiver
Discussed Office Staff
Approved GBIZ to do OPEB Acturarial Study
Approved AT&T Antennae Lease
FIREBOARD:
Approved Hire of New Personnel
Approved Replacement of Station #1 Generator
Approved Sale of Alpha 6 & Wheel Chair Van
Patti Back
Recording Secretary
Publish in The Citizen 01-24-15

GROVELAND TOWNSHIP
Immediate Job Opening
Treasurer’s
Office & Planning Dept.
Seeking self-motivated individual with finance and office computer skills for an immediate opening for a deputy treasurer and planning department administrator. Financial background highly desired. Position is full time, 27 hours per week, with occasional evening meetings. Please submit resume by January 29th @ 4:00pm.
Please contact David Ax, treasurer@grovelandtownship.net or Pam Mazich, clerk@grovelandtownship.net at 248-634-4152
Publish in The Citizen 01-17-15, 01-24-15

GROVELAND TOWNSHIP
BLIGHT ORDINANCE #207 – Replaces Ordinance #60
Article V Sec. 14-371 to 14-374
New Blight Ordinance Language
Section 14-371: Purpose
A. Protect, promote and provide for the health, safety, sanitation and general welfare of the citizens of Groveland Township
B. It shall be the duty of every owner, possessor, occupant, tenant or user of any real or personal property to provide for the abatement, elimination or removal of any and all blight and / or blighted conditions
C.
Section 14-372: Standards of blight and blighted conditions
A. Structures, properties, uses and activities in violation of the following standards are defined as blight and/or blighted conditions.
1. Front yards.
2. Deteriorated vertical members.
3. Motor vehicles.
4. Junk, rubbish, garbage and refuse.
5. Residential areas in nonresidential districts.
B. Where a provision of this section is found to be in conflict with the standards or provision of any zoning, building, safety or health ordinance or code of the Township existing on the effective date of this chapter.
Section 14-373: Supervision and Enforcement
A. The Township Supervisor and Board designate therein that the Township Supervisor should be responsible for the administration, supervision, and implementation of the enforcement of this Section.
B.
Section 14-374: Violations
A thru O Wording available at Groveland Township Office
Proposed new Municipal Civil Infractions Ordinance Language
Sec. 2-151. Definitions.
Sec.2-152. Municipal Civil Infraction Action; Commencement.
Sec. 2-153. Municipal Civil Infraction Citations; Issuance and Service.
Municipal civil infraction citations shall be issued and served by authorized Township officials as follows:
A thru G Wording available at Groveland Township Office
Sec. 2-154. Municipal civil Infraction Citations; Contents.
A thru D Wording available at Groveland Township Office
Sec. 2-155. Municipal Ordinance Violations Bureau.
A thru G Wording available at Groveland Township Office
Sec. 2-156. Schedule of Civil Fines Established; Municipal Civil Fine schedule shall be posted at the Bureau.
At a regular meeting of the Groveland Township Board held on October 14, 2014, the Codified Ordinance was approved an adopted by a vote of 5-0.
Copies of Blight Ordinance #207 in complete text are available for your inspection at the Groveland Township Office, 4695 Grange Hall Road, Holly, MI 48442 during regular business hours. Ordinance will be available on the website (www.grovelandtownship.net) with the next scheduled update ? please contact the Township office.
Pamela Mazich, Clerk 248-634-4152
Publish in The Citizen 01-31-15

Synopsis
Groveland Twp. Board 2-09-2015
Call To Order & Roll Call
Approved: Agenda as Amended
Consent Agenda as Amended
Budget Amendments
Accts Payable
Financial Report
NEW BUSINESS
Approved Board of Review Appointments
Approved 2015 Tri-Party Funds to 2015 Gravel
Approved to Hire Office Admin. & Salary
Approved Board Minute Note Policy
Approved Salary Resolution Supervisor
Approved Salary Resolution Clerk
Approved Salary Resolution Treasurer
FIREBOARD:
No Business
Patti Back
Recording Secretary
Publish in The Citizen 02-14-15

NOTICE
TO THE TAXPAYERS AND PROPERTY
OWNERS OF GROVELAND TOWNSHIP
2015 BOARD OF REVIEW MEETING
The Board of Review of the Township of Groveland will meet at the GROVELAND TOWNSHIP HALL, 4695 Grange Hall Road, Holly, Michigan, Upper Level, for the purpose of reviewing the assessment roll and hearing any objections thereof at the following dates and time:
Tuesday, March 5, 2015 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Monday, March 9, 2015 1:00 PM to 4:30 PM
6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Wednesday, March 11, 2015 1:00 PM to 4:30PM
6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Additional days will be scheduled, if necessary, to give everyone an opportunity to appeal their assessment.
Property owners may file their protests by letter provided they are received at the Township Hall by Monday March 2, 2015.
For those wishing to protest in person, please schedule an appointment by calling:
OAKLAND COUNTY EQUALZATION DIVISION
248-975-9611
If you have any questions regarding the above notice, please feel free to call GROVELAND TOWNSHIP OFFICE during regular business hours at (248) 634-4152.
ROBERT DEPALMA. SUPERVISOR
Groveland Township
Publish in The Citizen 02-14-15, 02-21-15, 02-28-15

NOTICE
TO THE TAXPAYERS AND PROPERTY
OWNERS OF GROVELAND TOWNSHIP
2015
BOARD OF REVIEW MEETING
The Board of Review of the Township of Groveland will meet at the GROVELAND TOWNSHIP HALL, 4695 Grange Hall Road, Holly, Michigan, Upper Level, for the purpose of reviewing the assessment roll and hearing any objections thereof at the following dates and time:
Tuesday, March 5, 2015 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Monday, March 9, 2015 1:00 PM to 4:30 PM
6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Wednesday, March 11, 2015 1:00 PM to 4:30PM
6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Additional days will be scheduled, if necessary, to give everyone an opportunity to appeal their assessment.
Property owners may file their protests by letter provided they are received at the Township Hall by Monday March 2, 2015.
For those wishing to protest in person, please schedule an appointment by calling:
OAKLAND COUNTY EQUALZATION DIVISION
248-975-9611
If you have any questions regarding the above notice, please feel free to call GROVELAND TOWNSHIP OFFICE during regular business hours at (248) 634-4152.
ROBERT DEPALMA. SUPERVISOR
Groveland Township
Publish in The Citizen 02-14-15, 02-21-15, 02-28-15

PUBLIC NOTICE ? PUBLIC HEARING
GROVELAND TOWNSHIP
ATTENTION RESIDENTS
BUDGET HEARING FY 2015-2016
The Groveland Township Board will hold a public hearing at the regular Township Board of Trustees meeting on the proposed operating budget(s) for the Township General Fund, Building Fund and Fire Department Operating Fund at the Township Hall, 4695 Grange Hall Road, Holly, MI 48442 on March 09, 2015 at 7:00p.m. A copy of the proposed budget(s) is available for public inspection at the township office or by contacting the clerk.
The property tax millage rate proposed to be levied
To support the proposed budget(s) will be a
Subject of this public hearing (MCL 141.412)
1.00 Mill Township Operations
3.94 Mills Fire Department Operations
The Groveland Township Board will provide necessary reasonable auxiliary aid and services, such as signers for the hearing impaired and audiotapes of printed materials being considered at the meeting, to individuals with disabilities upon six (6) days notice to the Clerk’s office by writing or calling to the address and phone number listed in this notice.
This notice is posted in compliance with PA42 of 1995, MCL 211.24e (2) (3) by complying with Section 16 of the Uniform Budgeting and Accounting Act (MCL 141.436), MCL and Americans with Disabilities (ADA).
Pamela Mazich, Clerk
4695 Grange Hall Road, Holly, MI 48442
248-634-4152
clerk@grovelandtownship.net
Publish in The Citizen 02-28-15

NOTICE
TO THE TAXPAYERS AND PROPERTY
OWNERS OF GROVELAND TOWNSHIP
2015
BOARD OF REVIEW MEETING
The Board of Review of the Township of Groveland will meet at the GROVELAND TOWNSHIP HALL, 4695 Grange Hall Road, Holly, Michigan, Upper Level, for the purpose of reviewing the assessment roll and hearing any objections thereof at the following dates and time:
Tuesday, March 5, 2015 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Monday, March 9, 2015 1:00 PM to 4:30 PM
6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Wednesday, March 11, 2015 1:00 PM to 4:30PM
6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Additional days will be scheduled, if necessary, to give everyone an opportunity to appeal their assessment.
Property owners may file their protests by letter provided they are received at the Township Hall by Monday March 2, 2015.
For those wishing to protest in person, please schedule an appointment by calling:
OAKLAND COUNTY EQUALZATION DIVISION
248-975-9611
If you have any questions regarding the above notice, please feel free to call GROVELAND TOWNSHIP OFFICE during regular business hours at (248) 634-4152.
ROBERT DEPALMA. SUPERVISOR
Groveland Township
Publish in The Citizen 02-14-15, 02-21-15, 02-28-15

PUBLIC NOTICE ? PUBLIC HEARING
GROVELAND TOWNSHIP
ATTENTION RESIDENTS
BUDGET HEARING FY 2015-2016
The Groveland Township Board will hold a public hearing at the regular Township Board of Trustees meeting on the proposed operating budget(s) for the Township General Fund, Building Fund and Fire Department Operating Fund at the Township Hall, 4695 Grange Hall Road, Holly, MI 48442 on March 09, 2015 at 7:00p.m. A copy of the proposed budget(s) is available for public inspection at the township office or by contacting the clerk.
The property tax millage rate proposed to be levied
To support the proposed budget(s) will be a
Subject of this public hearing (MCL 141.412)
1.00 Mill Township Operations
3.94 Mills Fire Department Operations
The Groveland Township Board will provide necessary reasonable auxiliary aid and services, such as signers for the hearing impaired and audiotapes of printed materials being considered at the meeting, to individuals with disabilities upon six (6) days notice to the Clerk’s office by writing or calling to the address and phone number listed in this notice.
This notice is posted in compliance with PA42 of 1995, MCL 211.24e (2) (3) by complying with Section 16 of the Uniform Budgeting and Accounting Act (MCL 141.436), MCL and Americans with Disabilities (ADA).
Pamela Mazich, Clerk
4695 Grange Hall Road, Holly, MI 48442
248-634-4152
clerk@grovelandtownship.net
Publish in The Citizen 02-28-15

Synopsis
Groveland Twp. Board 3-09-2015
Call To Order & Roll Call
Approved: Agenda as Amended
Consent Agenda as Amended
Budget Amendments
Accts Payable
Financial Report
PRESENTATIONS
Shelly Kidd Deputy Treasurer Oath of Office
PUBLIC HEARING
Approved Appropriations Act 2015/2016
Approved Budget 2015/2016
Approved Closing BRA Account
Approved Closing Zane Benefit Reimbursement
Approved Closing Cafeteria Plan
Approved Transfer of 702 Funds
NEW BUSINESS
Approved Camp Gordonwood Zoning
Approved 2015 Chloride
Approved Increase of Petty Cash
Discussed Trail Committee
Discussed BGYO Breakfast
Approved Roof Repair at Fire #2
FIREBOARD:
Approved New Hires Thomas Begres Firefighter/Paramedic as Fill-In and Aaron Pastula as Cadet Approved County Dispatch Contract
Patti Back
Recording Secretary
Publish in The Citizen 03-14-15

GROVELAND TOWNSHIP
NOTICE OF
CLOSE OF REGISTRATION
FOR THE SPECIAL ELECTION
TO BE HELD ON TUESDAY, MAY 5, 2015
To the qualified electors of the Township of Groveland, County of Oakland, State of Michigan.
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT THE GROVELAND TOWNSHIP OFFICE AT 4695 GRANGE HALL RD., HOLLY, MI WILL BE OPEN:
MONDAY, MAY 6, 2015 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
LAST DAY OF REGISTRATION
FOR THE PURPOSE OF RECEIVING APPLICATIONS FOR THE REGISTRATION OF THE QUALIFIED ELECTORS IN SAID TOWNSHIP NOT ALREADY REGISTERED.
THE MAY 5, 2015 SPECIAL ELECTION WILL BE CONDUCTED IN ALL VOTING PRECINCTS OF GROVELAND TOWNSHIP, FOR THE PURPOSE OF VOTING ON STATE TAX PROPOSAL 15-1.
Proposal 15-1 A proposal to amend the State Constitution to increase the sales/use tax from 6% to 7% to replace and supplement reduced revenue to the School Aid Fund and local units of government caused by the elimination of the sales/use tax on gasoline and diesel fuel for vehicles operation on public roads, and to give effect to laws that provide additional money for roads and other transportation purposes by increasing the gas tax and vehicle registration fees.
The proposed constitutional amendment would:
– Eliminate sales/use taxes on gasoline/diesel fuel for vehicles on public roads.
– Increase portion of use tax dedicated to School aid fund (SAF).
– Expand use of SAF to community colleges and career/technical education, and prohibit use for 4-year colleges/universities.
– Give effect to laws, including those that:
o Increase sales/use tax to 7%, as authorized by constitutional amendment.
o Increase gasoline/diesel fuel tax and adjust annually for inflation, increase vehicle registration fees, and dedicated revenue for roads and other transportation purposes.
o Expand competitive bidding and warranties for road projects.
o Increase earned income tax credit
Pamela Mazich, Clerk
Groveland Township
4695 Grange Hall Rd.
Holly, MI 48462
248-634-4152
Publish in The Citizen 03-28-15

GROVELAND TOWNSHIP
PUBLIC ACCURACY TEST
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a Public Accuracy Test for the Special Election to be held on Tuesday, May 5, 2015 has been scheduled for WEDNESDAY, May 1, 2015 at 11:00 A.M., to be conducted at the Groveland Township Office, 4695 Grange Hall Rd., Holly, MI.
The Public Accuracy Test is conducted to determine that the electronic equipment used to conduct and tabulate the results of the election counts the votes in the manner prescribed by law.
Pamela Mazich, Clerk
Groveland Township
4695 Grange Hall Rd.
Holly, MI 48442 248-634-4152
Publish in The Citizen 03-28-15

NOTICE OF SPECIAL ELECTION – MAY 5, 2015
IN
GROVELAND TOWNSHIP
To the Qualified Electors: NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a Special Election twill be held in:
GROVELAND TOWNSHIP
County of Oakland, State of Michigan
TUESDAY, May 5, 2015
THE POLLS will be open
7 o’clock a.m. until 8 o’clock p.m.
ALL POLLING PLACES ARE HANDICAP ACCESSIBLE
BRAILLE & AUDIO VERSIONS OF VOTING INSTRUCTIONS ARE AVAILABLE
AT THE POLLING PLACES LISTED BELOW:
Precinct 1- Groveland Township Office
(4695 Grange Hall Rd)
Precinct 2 – Groveland Fire Station No. 1
(14645 Dixie Hwy. Training Center)
Precinct 3 – Groveland Fire Station No. 2
(3085 Grange Hall Rd)
FOR THE PURPOSE OF VOTING ON THE FOLLOWING PROPOSAL:
PROPOSAL 15-1
A proposal to amend the State Constitution to increase the sales/use tax from 6% to 7% to replace and supplement reduced revenue to the School Aid Fund and local units of government caused by the elimination of the sales/use tax on gasoline and diesel fuel for vehicles operating on public roads, and to give effect to laws that provide additional money for roads and other transportation purposes by increasing the gas tax and vehicle registration fees.
ABSENT VOTER BALLOTS MAY BE OBTAINED FROM:
PAMELA MAZICH, CLERK
GROVELAND TOWNSHIP
4695 GRANGE HALL RD.
HOLLY, MI 48442
248/634-4152
clerk@grovelandtownship.net
The office will be open Saturday preceding the election, May 2, 2015 until 2:00 p.m. for requesting an absentee ballot.
Publish in The Citizen 04-25-15

Synopsis
Groveland Twp. Board 4-13-2015
Call To Order & Roll Call
Approved: Agenda as Amended
Consent Agenda as Amended
Budget Amendments
Accts Payable
Financial Report
NEW BUSINESS
Approved Joining Main Street Oakland County
Approved 2015 Roads to be Graveled
Approved 2014 CDBG Public Service
Approved Clarkston, Brandon Community Credit Union
Clarification Terms of Fill-In Building Inspector
Approved Back to Attend 2015 MAMC Conference
Approved Michigan Outdoor Service Lawn Service
Approve Holly Sand & Gravel, Groveland Sand & Gravel and Kurtz Gravel 2015-2016 Mining Permits
Approved West Nile Resolution
Approved May 2015 as Mental Health Month
Approved Janie Andrew Appt. to Holly Youth Assist. Board
FIREBOARD:
No Business
Patti Back
Recording Secretary
Publish in The Citizen 04-25-15

Synopsis
Groveland Twp. Board 5-11-2015
Call To Order & Roll Call
Approved: Agenda as Amended
Consent Agenda as Amended
Budget Amendments
Accts Payable
Financial Report
PRESENTATION
Deputy Clerk Back MTA TGA Certification
NEW BUSINESS
Approved Chris Johnesee to BZA
Approved 2015 Tax Rate
Approved Building Dept. Fees
Approved Groveland Oaks Fireworks
Approved Camp Tamarack Fireworks
Update on Exotic Animals
Approved Resolution Holly Youth Basketball
FIREBOARD
Approved Heart Monitor Service Agreement
Approved Hiring of Rachel Soles as Secretary
Approved Tanker Repairs
Patti Back
Recording Secretary
Publish in The Citizen 05-16-2015.

PUBLIC NOTICE
GROVELAND TWP.
GROVELAND TOWNSHIP RESIDENTS
Applications for deferment of Summer Taxes are available at the Township Hall. Senior Citizens, paraplegics, quadriplegics, eligible Servicemen, eligible veterans, eligible widows, blind persons of totally and permanently disabled who can verify that their household income for the preceding calendar year did not exceed $40,000 are eligible for Summer Tax Deferment until February 14, 2016. These forms must be signed and returned to the Township Office not later than September 14 2015.
If you have any questions, please call Shelly Kidd, Deputy Treasurer Groveland Township at 248-634-4152.
Publish in The Citizen 06-13-15

Synopsis
Groveland Twp. Board 6-8-2015
Call To Order & Roll Call
Approved: Agenda as Amended
Consent Agenda as Amended
Budget Amendments
Accts Payable
Financial Report
PRESENTATION
One Stop Ready Program/Oakland County
NEW BUSINESS
Approved IT Service Amendment
Approved Non Accessory Sign Amendment
Approved Rezoning of 669 Grange Hall from RFC to RE/F
Approved Zoning Compliance Application
Approved MTA Dues
Resolution Royal Oak No Action Taken
Approved Appointing Debby Musgrave to Holly Youth Assist.
FIREBOARD
Approved New Hire David Castle
Approved Hose/Ladder Testing
Patti Back
Recording Secretary
Publish in The Citizen 06-20-15

groveland township
ORDINANCE 208 ? SIGNS Amending Sec. 54-1223 & Sec. 54-1231 Sec. 54-1223 ? Nonaccessory signs
(1) Nonaccessory signs shall be limited to freestanding signs only; there being no nonaccessory wall signs permitted in the township.
(2) Subject to subsection 3, a freestanding nonaccessory sign is permitted in the I-1, I-2, E-1, B-1, B-2, B-3 and TR zoning districts having property frontage along I-75.
(3) Along Interstate Highway 75 (I-75), any freestanding nonaccessory sign shall be limited to within 100 feet of the existing right-of-way of I-75.
The amendment to Sec. 54-1223 adds the zoning districts allowed for Billboard Signs having property frontage along the I-75 corridor and no more than one sign per parcel.
Subsections(4) thru (8): Outlines the dimensions, total surface area, set-backs, height and material requirements in the ordinance.

Sec. 54-1231 ? Changeable signs
(1) Changeable copy signs are permitted in the I-1, I-2, E-1, B-1, B-2, B-3, and TR zoning districts having property frontage along I-75, Dixie, M-15 or Grange Hall Road west of Dixie Highway.
Subsection(2) thru (8): Outlines the image and message time frequency, moving images, residential set-backs, manufacturer’s settings, community emergency public service information and updates.
At a regular meeting of the Groveland Township board held on June 08, 2015, the Codified Ordinance was approved and adopted by a vote of 5 ? 0.
Copies of the complete amendment to the ordinance are available for your inspection at the Groveland Township Office, 4695 Grange Hall Road, Holly, during regular business hours.
Michigan Zoning Enabling Act (ZEA), PA 110 of 2006
Pamela Mazich 248-634-4152
Publish in The Citizen 06-20-15

PUBLIC NOTICE
GROVELAND TWP.
GROVELAND TOWNSHIP RESIDENTS
Applications for deferment of Summer Taxes are available at the Township Hall. Senior Citizens, paraplegics, quadriplegics, eligible Servicemen, eligible veterans, eligible widows, blind persons of totally and permanently disabled who can verify that their household income for the preceding calendar year did not exceed $40,000 are eligible for Summer Tax Deferment until February 14, 2016. These forms must be signed and returned to the Township Office not later than September 14 2015.
If you have any questions, please call Shelly Kidd, Deputy Treasurer Groveland Township at 248-634-4152.
Publish in The Citizen 06-13-15, 06-20-15

LEGAL NOTICE
REGULAR MEETING
The regular meeting of the Groveland Township Board of Zoning Appeals will be held on Tuesday. September 15, 2015 at 7:00 p.m. at the Groveland Township Hall, 4695 Grange Hall Road, Holly, MI 48442. The purpose of the meeting is to hear the following:
BZA 2015-003, BET EAKINS, 730 JOSSMAN, ORTONVILLE, SEC. 14. 02-14-301-003. VARIANCE REQUEST TO BUILD POLE BARN IN SIDE YARD DUE TO CORNER LOT.
Additional information is available at the Township Office during regular business hours. If you are unable to attend the meeting, your written comments are welcome at the Township Office prior to the night of the meeting.
Publish in The Citizen 08-29-15

LEGAL NOTICE
REGULAR MEETING
The regular meeting of the Groveland Township Board of Zoning Appeals will be held on Tuesday. September 8, 2015 at 7:00 p.m. at the Groveland Township Hall, 4695 Grange Hall Road, Holly, MI 48442. The purpose of the meeting is to hear the following:
BZA 2015-001, TED DIXON, 25. N. VAN ROAD, HOLLY, SEC. 17. 02-17-127-006. VARIANCE REQUEST TO ADD ADDITION ONTO FRONT OF RESIDENCE.
Additional information is available at the Township Office during regular business hours. If you are unable to attend the meeting, your written comments are welcome at the Township Office prior to the night of the meeting.
Publish in The Citizen 08-29-15

LEGAL NOTICE
REGULAR MEETING
The regular meeting of the Groveland Township Board of Zoning Appeals will be held on Tuesday. September 8, 2015 at 7:00 p.m. at the Groveland Township Hall, 4695 Grange Hall Road, Holly, MI 48442. The purpose of the meeting is to hear the following:
BZA 2015-002, STEVE & MELISSA FORD, 5788 GRANGE HALL ROAD. SEC. 20. 02 20-176-023. VARIANCE REQUEST TO ADD ONTO EXISTING ACCESSORY BUILDING IN FRONT OF EXISTING RESIDENCE.
Additional information is available at the Township Office during regular business hours. If you are unable to attend the meeting, your written comments are welcome at the Township Office prior to the night of the meeting.
Publish in The Citizen 08-29-15

Synopsis
Groveland Twp. Board 9-14-2015
Call to Order & Roll Call
Approved: Agenda
Consent Agenda
Budget Amendments
Accts Payable
Financial Report
PRESENTATIONS
Arlene Thompson
Audit 2014-2015 Ken Palka
Trails Presentation
NEW BUSINESS
Approved Municode Codification
Approved Tax Relief Affidavit
Approved MATS Conference
Approved NITA Clerk Education
Approved Deputy Treasure Pay Increase
RESOLUTION
Discussed NO-HAZ FYI
Approved September Nat’l Recovery Month
FIREBOARD
Approved Hiring 4 Personnel
Approved Sale of 2008 Dodge
Patti Back
Recording Secretary
Publish in The Citizen 09-26-15

GROVELAND TOWNSHIP
Notice of Public Hearing
Community Development Block Grant Funds 2016 Program Year
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Groveland Township will hold a public hearing on the use of Community Development Block Grant Funds. The hearing will be held on Monday, November 9, 2015 @ 4695 Grange Hall Rd., Holly, MI 48442 for the purpose of hearing public comments on the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program Year 2016 application in the amount of $13,915 to fund eligible projects.
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a public hearing will be held at the above time and
All interested citizens are requested to attend the earing. Comments will also be received in writing or in person at Groveland Township, 4695 Grange Hall Road, Holly, MI 48442 until 4:00 p.m., Monday, November 09, 2015.
The Township board meeting room is handicap accessible. Arrangements to reasonable accommodate special needs will be made upon receiving 72-hour advance notice
Contact for information or special services.
Pam Mazich, Clerk 248-634-4152 or by e-mail clerk@grovelandtownship.net
Publish in The Citizen 10-24-15

Synopsis
Groveland Twp. Board 10-13-2015
Call to Order & Roll Call
Approved: Agenda
Consent Agenda
Budget Amendments
Accts Payable
Financial Report
NEW BUSINESS
Discussed Tri-Party Road Gravel
Approved Marijuana Moratorium
Approved Municode Enhancement
Approved Construction Appeals Board
Discussed Attendance at MTA Quarterly Mtg.
Discussed Deputy Treasure MTA Governance Academy
Approved Payment of MTA Government Academy Kit
FIREBOARD
Approved Hiring of Jonathon Mason
Patti Back
Recording Secretary
Publish in The Citizen 10-24-15

synopsis
groveland twp. board 12-14-2015
Call to Order & Roll Call
Approved: Agenda
Consent Agenda
Budget Amendments
Accts payable
Financial Report
PRESENTATION
Promotion of Brendan Fortinberry to Lieutenant
NEW BUSINESS
Approved PC, BZA, & Board of Review Member Appointment
Approved NO HAZ Consortium 2016
Approved Open Meetings Act 2016
Approved Traffic Improvement Assoc. Membership 2016
Unfinished Business MERS Retirement on January 2016 Agenda
Discussed Rental Ordinance, will send to Planning Commission
Approved 2015 CDBG Allocation of Funds to OCEF
Approved Purchase of New Network CP & Cloud Back Up
Discussed Parry Property Proposal Not Accepted/ No Motion
RESOLUTIONS
Approved to Support Royal Oak Resolution Regarding SB13
FIREBOARD
No Business at this time.
Patti Back
Publish in The Citizen 12-19-15 Recording Secretary

Synopsis
Groveland Twp. Board 12-14-2015
Call to Order & Roll Call
Approved: Agenda
Consent Agenda
Budget Amendments
Accts Payable
Financial Report
PRESENTATION
Promotion of Brendan Fortinberry to Lieutenant
NEW BUSINESS
Approved PC, BZA & Broard of Review Member Appointment
Approved NO HAZ Consortium 2016
Approved Traffic Improvement Assoc. Membership 2016
Approved Open Meetings Act 2016
Unfinished Business MERS Retirement on January 2016 Agenda
Discussed Rental Ordinance, will send to Planning Commission
Approved 2015 CDBG Allocation of Funds to OCEF
Approved Purchase of New Network CP @ Cloud Back Up
Discussed Parry Property Proposal Not Accepted/No Motion
RESOLUTIONS
Approved to Support Royal Oak Resolution Regarding SB13
FIREBOARD
No Business at this time.
Patti Back
Recording Secretary
Publish in The Citizen 12-26-15

Synopsis
Groveland Twp. Board 12-14-2015
Call to Order & Roll Call
Approved: Agenda
Consent Agenda
Budget Amendments
Accts Payable
Financial Report
PRESENTATION
Promotion of Brendan Fortinberry to Lieutenant
NEW BUSINESS
Approved PC, BZA & Broard of Review Member Appointment
Approved NO HAZ Consortium 2016
Approved Traffic Improvement Assoc. Membership 2016
Approved Open Meetings Act 2016
Unfinished Business MERS Retirement on January 2016 Agenda
Discussed Rental Ordinance, will send to Planning Commission
Approved 2015 CDBG Allocation of Funds to OCEF
Approved Purchase of New Network CP @ Cloud Back Up
Discussed Parry Property Proposal Not Accepted/No Motion
RESOLUTIONS
Approved to Support Royal Oak Resolution Regarding SB13
FIREBOARD
No Business at this time.
Patti Back
Recording Secretary
Publish in The Citizen 12-26-15

GROVELAND TOWNSHIP
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
OPEN MEETINGS ACT RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, the By-Laws of the Groveland Township
Board of Trustees provide for the scheduling of the regular Township Board Meetings for the second Monday of each Month; and
WHEREAS, the State of Michigan has enacted the Open Meetings Act, which requires the specific designation of the Dates, time and places of all regular meetings of the Groveland Township Board, and
WHEREAS, it is the desire of the Groveland Township Board to conduct all of its business in an open forum, in Compliance with said act; and
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Groveland Township Board of Trustees will hold its regular Meeting on the second Monday of every month of the calendar year, beginning, January 11, 2016 and ending on December 12, 2016.
The following are dates of the regularly scheduled Meeting that will begin at 7:00 p.m. and will be held at the Township Hall, 4695 Grange Hall Road, Holly, MI 48442:
January 11, 2016 July 11, 2016
February 8, 2016 August 8, 2016
March 14, 2016 September 12, 2016
April 11, 2016 October 11, 2016
May 9, 2016 November 14, 2016
June 13, 2016 December 12, 2016
AND, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a copy of this Notice of Meeting Dates will be published in The Citizen and Tri-County Times newspapers and posted at the Township Hall.
MOTION MADE BY: David Ax
SECONDED BY: Diane Howell
YES: 5
NO: 0
Pamela Mazich, Township Clerk This notice is posted in compliance with PA 267 of 1976 as Amended (Open Meetings Act), MCLA 41.72A(S)(3) and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
Publish in The Citizen 1-9-16

Synopsis
Groveland Twp. Board 1-11-2016
Call to Order & Roll Call
Approved: Agenda
Consent Agenda
Budget Amendments
Accts Payable
Financial Report
PUBLIC COMMENT
Supervisor Walls with Springfield Township, publicly thanked Fire Chief Steve McGee for his help and support during their search for a new Fire Chief.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Approved MERS Retirement Fund, funding. Approved purchase of 4 new computer towers.
NEW BUSINESS
Approved sending Re-Zoning of Twp Property to Planning Commission
Approved Deputy Clerk, Back, to attend MAMC Clerk Institute
Approved interested Board of Review members to attend Training
Discussed BGYA Youth Recognition Nomination Forms Available
Budget Workshop Date set for February 17″, 1pm Twp., 3pm Fire
FIREBOARD
Approved purchase of Vein Finder
Patti Back
Recording Secretary
Publish in The Citizen 1-23-16

GROVELAND TOWNSHIP
LEGAL NOTICE
The regular meeting of the Groveland Township Board of Zoning Appeals will be held on Tuesday, February 9, 2016 at 7:00 p.m. at the Groveland Township Hall, 4695 Grange Hall Road, Holly, MI 48442. The purpose of the meeting is to hear the following:
BZA 2016-001, JUDITH ANN MIRACLE, 2930 Auten Road, Ortonville, Mi. Sec. 02-02-200-017; VARIANCE REQUESTS TO SIDE YARD SETBACK FOR PRINCIPAL RESIDENCE (W); AND TO SIDE YARD SETBACK FOR ACCESSORY BUILDING (E); AND TO EXCEED THE 600′ LENGTH OF THE DEED STRIP BY AN ADDITIONAL 130′
Additional information is available at the Township Office during regular business hours. If you are unable to attend the meeting, your written comments are welcome at the Township Office prior to the night of the meeting.
Publish in The Citizen 1-23-16

GROVELAND TOWNSHIP RESIDENTS
PUBLIC ACCURACY TEST
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a Public Accuracy Test for the Presidential Primary to be held on Tuesday, March 8, 2016 has been scheduled for WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 1O, 2016 @ 10:00 a.m. to be conducted at the Groveland Township Office, 4695 Grange Hall Road, Holly, MI.
The Public Accuracy Test is conducted to determine that the electronic equipment used to conduct and tabulate the results of the election counts the votes in the manner prescribed by law.
Pamela Mazich, Clerk
Groveland Township
4695 Grange Hall Rd.
Holly, MI 48442
248-634-4152
Publish in The Citizen 1-30-16

GROVELAND TOWNSHIP
NOTICE OF CLOSE OF REGISTRATION FOR THE PRESIDENTIAL PRIMARY
TO BE HELD ON TUESDAY, MARCH 8, 2016
To the qualified electors of the Township of Groveland, County of Oakland, State of Michigan.
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT THE GROVELAND TOWNSHIP OFFICE AT 4695 GRANGE HALL RD., HOLLY, MI WILL BE OPEN:
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 8, 2016
9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
LAST DAY OF REGISTRATION
FOR THE PURPOSE OF RECEIVING APPLICATIONS FOR THE REGISTRATION OF THE QUALIFIED ELECTORS IN SAID TOWNSHIP NOT ALREADY REGISTERED.
THE MARCH 8TH PRESIDENTIAL PRIMARY WILL BE CONDUCTED IN ALL VOTING PRECINCTS OF GROVELAND TOWNSHIP, FOR THE PURPOSE OF VOTING FOR THE FOLLOWING PARTIES:
REPUBLICAN
DEMOCRAT
GOODRICH AREA SCHOOLS
OPERATING MILLAGE RENEWAL PROPOSAL
This proposal will allow the school district to continue to levy the statutory rate of not to exceed 18 mills on all property, except principal residence and other property exempted by law, required for the school district to receive its revenue per pupil foundation allowance.
Pamela Mazich, Clerk
Groveland Township
4695 Grange Hall Rd.
Holly, MI 48462
248-634-4152
Publish in The Citizen 1-30-16

Synopsis
Groveland Twp. Board 2/8/2016
Call to Order & Roll Call
Approved: Agenda
Consent Agenda
Budget Amendments
Accts Payable
Financial Report
PUBLIC HEARING:
Bob McArthur Senior Housing
NEW BUSINESS
Approved Tri-Party Funds
Approved Purchase of New Peg Equipment
Approved Investment Policy and Resolution Appendix A
Approved Supervisor to Attend MATS Spring Conference
Approved Twp. E-Mail for Trustees, P.C., BZA and Board of Review Members
Discussed Oakland County Treasurers Luncheon
Discussed Township Board Invitation to March 22, P.C. Meeting
Approved Clerk to Attend MTA Ordinance Education
Approved Purchase of Fire Proof Cabinet
RESOLUTIONS
Approved Resolution Appendix A Under New Business
Approved Support House Bill 5016
Approved Supervisor 2% Salary Increase
Approved Clerk Salary 2% Increase
Approved Treasurer 2% Increase
Approved Trustee 2% Increase
FIREBOARD
No Business at this time
Patti Back
Recording Secretary
Publish in The Citizen 2-20-16

GROVELAND TOWNSHIP
LEGAL NOTICE
PROPOSED AMENDMENT: Z 2016-001
Proposed Ordinance to Amend Section 21.00.00 of the code of the Township of Groveland. Notice Is hereby given that a Public Hearing will be held on Tuesday, March 22, 2016 at 7:00 p.m. at the Groveland Township Hall, 4695 Grange Hall Road, Holly, MI for the purpose of hearing all persons Interested in the proposed amendment, Said amendment, if adopted by the Groveland Township Board, would revise the Groveland Township Codified Ordinances, as amended, and change the zoning map text of the Township of Groveland of the following described property:
Z 2016-001, GROVELAND TOWNSHIP, 4695 GRANGE HALL RD., HOLLY, MI. REZONE PARCELS: 02-19-300-003 & 004 & 005 & 008 & 011 FROM E-1 (Extractive) and RE/F (Rural Estate/Farm) to B-3 (General Business).
Proposed language for the amendment Is available at the Township Office during regular business hours. If you are unable to attend the meeting, your written comments are welcome prior to the night of the meeting, or you can telephone (248) 634-4152.
Publish in The Citizen 2-27-16

PUBLIC NOTICE – PUBLIC HEARING
GROVELAND TOWNSHIP
ATTENTION RESIDENTS
MARCH 14, 2016 BUDGET HEARING FY 2016-2017
The Groveland Township Board will hold a public hearing at the regular Township Board of Trustees meeting on the proposed operating budget(s) for the Township General Fund, Building Fund and Fire Department Operating Fund at the Township Hall, 4695 Grange Hall Road, Holly, MI 48442 on March 14, 2016 at 7:00p.m. A copy of the proposed budget(s) is available for public inspection at the township office or by contacting the clerk.
The property tax millage rate proposed to be levied
To support the proposed budget(s) will be a
Subject of this public hearing (MCL 141.412)
1.00 Mill Township Operations
3.94 Mills Fire Department Operations
The Groveland Township Board will provide necessary reasonable auxiliary aid and services, such as signers for the hearing impaired and audiotapes of printed materials being considered at the meeting, to individuals with disabilities upon six (6) days notice to the Clerk’s office by writing or calling to the address and phone number listed in this notice.
This notice is posted in compliance with PA42 of 1995, MCL 211.24e (2) (3) by complying with Section 16 of the Uniform Budgeting and Accounting Act (MCL 141.436), MCL and Americans with Disabilities (ADA).
Pamela Mazich, Clerk
4695 Grange Hall Road, Holly, MI 48442
248-634-4152
clerk@grovelandtownship.net
Publish in The Citizen 2-27-16

NOTICE OF ELECTION PRIMARY ELECTION March 8, 2016
IN
GROVELAND TOWNSHIP
To the Qualified Electors:
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a Primary Election will be held in:
Groveland Township
County of Oakland, State of Michigan
TUESDAY, March 8, 2016
THE POLLS will be open
7 o’clock a.m. until 8 o’clock p.m.
ALL POLLING PLACES ARE HANDICAP ACCESSIBLE
BRAILLE AND AUDIO VERSIONS OF VOTING INSTRUCTIONS ARE AVAILABLE
AT THE POLLING PLACES LISTED BELOW:
PCT #1: Groveland Township Hall (lower level)
4695 Grange Hall Rd., Holly, MI
PCT #2: Groveland Fire Station #1
14645 Dixie Hwy, Holly, MI
PCT #3: Groveland Fire Station #2
3085 Grange Hall Rd. Ortonville, MI
INFORMATION ON OBTAINING
ABSENT VOTER BALLOT FOR THE ELECTION
IS AVAILABLE AT THE TOWNSHIP OFFICE
FOR THE PURPOSE OF NOMINATING CANDIDATES OF PARTICIPATING POLITCAL PARTIES FOR THE FOLLOWING OFFICES:
President of the United States
AND FOR THE PURPOSE OF VOTING FOR THE FOLLOWING PROPOSAL:
GOODRICH AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT MILLAGE RENEWAL.
(Proposal language
available at Groveland Township Office)
Pamela Mazich, Clerk
4695 Grange Hall Rd., Holly, MI
Publish in The Citizen 2-27-16

LEGAL NOTICE
OFFICIAL NOTICe
AMENDMENT TO THE TOWNSHIP MASTER PLAN MAP
At the regular meeting of the Groveland Township Board, held on Monday, December 8, 2003 the following amendment to the Township Master Plan map was adopted by a vote of 5 to 0.
The present “Agriculture” land use designation on the current Master Plan will be removed and replaced with “Rural Estate Farm” land use designation.
This amendment will become effective thirty (30) days after Its adoption and publication as required by law. Copies of the complete amendment are available for your inspection at the Groveland Township Hall, 4695 Grange Hall Road. Holly, Ml 48442 during regular business hours.
Publish in The Citizen Feb. 2, 2004

LEGAL NOTICE
GROVELAND TOWNSHIP RESIDENTS
REGULAR MEETING
The regular meeting of the Groveland Township Board of Zoning Appeals will be held on Tuesday, February 10, 2004 at 7:00 p.m. at the Groveland Township Hall, 4695 Grange Hall Road, Holly, MI 48442. The purpose of the meeting is to hear the following appeal:
BZA 2004-01, DAVID CARTER, SEC. 24. 02-24-302-005. 1855 BIRD RD, ORTONVILLE.
VARIANCE REQUEST TO EXTEND AN EXISTING NON-CONFORMING DEED STRIP.
Additional information is available at the Township Office during regular business hours- If you are unable to attend the meeting, your written comments are welcome at the Township Office prior to the night of the meeting during regular office hours.
Publish in The Citizen Feb. 2, 2004

LEGAL NOTICE
OFFICIAL NOTICE
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
TO AMEND THE GROVELAND TOWNSHIP ZONING MAP
A Public Hearing will be held on Tuesday, February 27, 2004 at 7:00 p.m. at the Groveland Township Hall, 4695 Grange Hall Road, Holly, MI 48442 for the purpose of hearing all persons interested in the proposed amendment. The amendment, if adopted by the Groveland Township Board would revise the Groveland Township Codified Ordinances follows:
ADOPTION OF THE NEW R-1A (RURAL, ESTATE FARM) ZONING DISTRICT AND REZONING OF ALL AG (AGRICULTURAL) ZONING DISTRICTS IN GROVELAND TOWNSHIP TO THE NEW R-1A ZONING DISTRICT.
Proposed language for the amendment is available at the Township Office during regular business hours. If you are unable to attend the meeting your written comments are welcome prior to the night of the meeting, or you can telephone (248) 634-4152 or (248) 627-3585.
Publish in The Citizen Feb. 2 & 23, 2004

SPECIAL BOARD MEETINGS
AT TOWNSHIP OFFICE
4695 GRANGE HALL ROAD
HOLLY, MICHIGAN
SPECIAL WORK SESSION
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 25, 2004
@ 1:00 P.M.
AGENDA: FIRE BUDGET
GAS BUDGET
BUILDING DEPARTMENT BUDGET
SPECIAL WORK SESSION
THURSDAY , FEBRUARY 26, 2004
@ 9:30 A.M.
AGENDA: TOWNSHIP GENERAL FUND BUDGET
Pamela Mazich, Clerk
Posted January 23, 2004
Publish in The Citizen Feb. 2, 2004

SYNOPSIS
GROVELAND TOWNSHIP BOARD
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 9, 2004
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL MAZICH, SCRAMLIN, AX AND DEPALMA; HOWELL WAS EXCUSED.
CONSENT AGENDA: APPROVED AGENDA
APPROVED MINUTES AS PRESENTED JANUARY 12, 2004
CANDIDATE FOR JUDGE 52-2 DISTRICT COURT- COLLEEN MURPHY
APPROVAL OF INVESTMENTS THRU 12-31-2003
APPROVED BUDGET AMENDMENTS-GENERAL AND FIRE FUND
APPROVED FINANCIAL STATEMENT
APPROVED BILLS FOR FEBRUARY GENERAL, BUILDING, & FIRE
BOARD REPORTS
DISCUSSED 2004 ELECTIONS FILING REQUIREMENTS- INFORMATION ONLY
APPROVED AMENDMENTS TO MANULIFE FINANCIAL CONTRIBUTION PLAN
APPROVED VERIZON UNILATERAL RIGHT OF WAY TELECOMMUNICATIONS PERMIT
APPROVED WASTE HAULING ORDINANCE
APPROVED SITE PLAN FEE INCREASE
TABLED LAND DIVISION FEES & REZONING FEES
DISCUSSED LIQUOR LICENSE ORDINANCE – INFORMATION ONLY
TABLED MOTOR VEHICLE CARRIER ENFORCEMENT
APPROVED TIA MEMBERSHIP SUPPORT 2004
MISCELLANEOUS: CORRESPONDENCE FORESTRY ASSISTANCE
GRETCHEN RANDALL
RECORDING SECRETARY
Publish in The Citizen Feb. 16, 2004

NOTICE
TO THE TAXPAYERS AND PROPERTY
OWNERS OF GROVELAND TOWNSHIP
2004
BOARD OF REVIEW MEETING
The Board of Review of the Township of Groveland will meet at the GROVELAND TOWNSHIP HALL, 4695 Grange Hall Road, Holly, Michigan, for the purpose of reviewing the assessment roll and hearing any objections thereof, at the following dates and time:
TUESDAY, March 2, 2004 6:00 P.M. TO 9:00 P.M.
MONDAY, March 8, 2004 9:00 A.M. TO 12:00 Noon 1:00 P.M. TO 5:00 P.M. and 6:00 P.M. TO 9:00 P.M.
WEDNESDAY, March 10, 2004 6:00 P.M. TO 8:00 P.M.
Additional days will be scheduled, if necessary, to give everyone an opportunity to appeal their assessment.
Property owners may file their protests by letter provided they are received at the Township Hall by March 8, 2004
For those wishing to protest in person, please schedule an appointment by calling:
OAKLAND COUNTY EQUALIZATION DIVISION
TOLL FREE 1-888-350-0900, EST 5441
If you have any questions regarding the above notice, please feel free to call GROVELAND TOWNSHIP OFFICE during regular business hours at (248) 634-4152 or (248) 627-3585.
ROBERT DEPALMA, SUPERVISOR
Groveland Township
Publish in The Citizen Feb. 16, 23 and Mar. 1, 2004

LEGAL NOTICE
OFFICIAL NOTICE
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
TO AMEND THE GROVELAND TOWNSHIP ZONING ordinance
A Public Hearing will be held on Tuesday, February 27, 2004 at 7:00 p.m. at the Groveland Township Hall, 4695 Grange Hall Road, Holly, MI 48442 for the purpose of hearing all persons interested in the proposed amendment. The amendment, if adopted by the Groveland Township Board would revise the Groveland Township Codified Ordinances follows:
ADOPTION OF THE NEW R-1A (RURAL, ESTATE FARM) ZONING DISTRICT AND REZONING OF ALL AG (AGRICULTURAL) ZONING DISTRICTS IN GROVELAND TOWNSHIP TO THE NEW R-1A ZONING DISTRICT.
Proposed language for the amendment is available at the Township Office during regular business hours. If you are unable to attend the meeting your written comments are welcome prior to the night of the meeting, or you can telephone (248) 634-4152 or (248) 627-3585.
Publish in The Citizen Feb. 2 & 23, 2004

NOTICE
TO THE TAXPAYERS AND PROPERTY
OWNERS OF GROVELAND TOWNSHIP
2004
BOARD OF REVIEW MEETING
The Board of Review of the Township of Groveland will meet at the GROVELAND TOWNSHIP HALL, 4695 Grange Hall Road, Holly, Michigan, for the purpose of reviewing the assessment roll and hearing any objections thereof, at the following dates and time:
TUESDAY, March 2, 2004 6:00 P.M. TO 9:00 P.M.
MONDAY, March 8, 2004 9:00 A.M. TO 12:00 Noon 1:00 P.M. TO 5:00 P.M. and 6:00 P.M. TO 9:00 P.M.
WEDNESDAY, March 10, 2004 6:00 P.M. TO 8:00 P.M.
Additional days will be scheduled, if necessary, to give everyone an opportunity to appeal their assessment.
Property owners may file their protests by letter provided they are received at the Township Hall by March 8, 2004
For those wishing to protest in person, please schedule an appointment by calling:
OAKLAND COUNTY EQUALIZATION DIVISION
TOLL FREE 1-888-350-0900, EST 5441
If you have any questions regarding the above notice, please feel free to call GROVELAND TOWNSHIP OFFICE during regular business hours at (248) 634-4152 or (248) 627-3585.
ROBERT DEPALMA, SUPERVISOR
Groveland Township
Publish in The Citizen Feb. 16, 23 and Mar. 1, 2004

LEGAL NOTICE
GROVELAND TOWNSHIP RESIDENTS
REGULAR MEETING
The regular meeting of the Groveland Township Board of Zoning Appeals will be held on Tuesday, March 9, 2004 at 6:00 p.m. at the Groveland Township Hall, 4695 Grange Hall Road, Holly, MI 48442. The purpose of the meeting is to hear the following appeal:
BZA 2004-02, TIMOTHY STODOLA, SEC. 26. 02-26-400-009, 2550 BALD EAGLE LAKE ROAD, ORTONVILLE, VARIANCE REQUEST TO BUILD AN ACCESSORY BUILDING IN FRONT OF PRINCIPAL RESIDENCE.
Additional information is available at the Township Office during regular business hours. If you are unable to attend the meeting, your written comments are welcome at the Township Office prior to the night of the meeting.
Publish in The Citizen Mar. 1, 2004

LEGAL NOTICE
GROVELAND TOWNSHIP RESIDENTS
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
A Public Hearing will be held on Tuesday, March 23, 2004 at 7:00 p.m. at the Groveland Township Hall, 4695 Grange Hall Road, Holly, MI 48442 for the purpose of hearing all persons interested in the proposed ordinance. The ordinance, if adopted by the Groveland Township Board would revise the Groveland Township Codified Ordinances as follows:
An ordinance to secure the public peace, health, safety and welfare of the residents and property owners of Groveland Township, Oakland County, MI, through the regulation and control of barking dogs and unleashed dogs within said Township; and to provide penalties for the violation of said ordinance.
Proposed language for the ordinance is available at the Township Office during regular business hours. If you are unable to attend the meeting your written comments are welcome prior to the night of the meeting, or you can telephone (248) 634-4152 or (248) 627-3585.
Publish in The Citizen Mar. 1 and 22, 2004

NOTICE
TO THE TAXPAYERS AND PROPERTY
OWNERS OF GROVELAND TOWNSHIP
2004
BOARD OF REVIEW MEETING
The Board of Review of the Township of Groveland will meet at the GROVELAND TOWNSHIP HALL, 4695 Grange Hall Road, Holly, Michigan, for the purpose of reviewing the assessment roll and hearing any objections thereof, at the following dates and time:
TUESDAY, March 2, 2004 6:00 P.M. TO 9:00 P.M.
MONDAY, March 8, 2004 9:00 A.M. TO 12:00 Noon 1:00 P.M. TO 5:00 P.M. and 6:00 P.M. TO 9:00 P.M.
WEDNESDAY, March 10, 2004 6:00 P.M. TO 8:00 P.M.
Additional days will be scheduled, if necessary, to give everyone an opportunity to appeal their assessment.
Property owners may file their protests by letter provided they are received at the Township Hall by March 8, 2004
For those wishing to protest in person, please schedule an appointment by calling:
OAKLAND COUNTY EQUALIZATION DIVISION
TOLL FREE 1-888-350-0900, EST 5441
If you have any questions regarding the above notice, please feel free to call GROVELAND TOWNSHIP OFFICE during regular business hours at (248) 634-4152 or (248) 627-3585.
ROBERT DEPALMA, SUPERVISOR
Groveland Township
Publish in The Citizen Feb. 16, 23 and Mar. 1, 2004

ATTENTION RESIDENTS
TOWNSHIP OF GROVELAND
SPECIAL MEETING
Notice of Budget Public Hearing
The Groveland Township Board will hold a special public hearing on the proposed township budget for fiscal year 2004-2005 at 4695 Grange Hall Road, Holly, Michigan 48442, Groveland Township Hall on Monday, March 15, 2004 at 6:00 PM. A copy of the budget is available for public inspection at the Township Hall, 4695 Grange Hall Rd., Holly, MI 48442
“THE PROPERTY TAX MILLAGE RATE PROPOSED TO BE LEVIED TO SUPPORT THE PROPOSED BUDGET WILL BE A SUBJECT OF THIS HEARING.”
This notice is posted in compliance with PA42 of 1995, MCL 211.24e(2)(3) by complying with Section 16 of the Uniform Budgeting and Accounting Act (MCL 141.436).
The Groveland Township Board will provide necessary reasonable auxiliary aids and services, such as signers for the hearing impaired and audiotapes of printed materials being considered at the meeting, to individuals with disabilities at the meeting upon 10 days notice to the Groveland Township Clerk’s office.
Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the Groveland Township Clerk’s office by writing or calling the following:
This notice is posted in compliance with PA267 of 1976 as amended (Open Meetings Act). MCLA 41.72a (2)(3) and the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA).
Pamela Mazich, Clerk
4695 Grange Hall, Holly, MI 48442
(248) 634-4152 or 627-3585
Fax (248) 634-1351
Publish in the Citizen: March 8, 2004

groveland township residents
Adoption of ordinance #143 article 4 – ref rural estate farm districts
At the regular meeting of the Groveland Township Board, held on Tuesday, March 9, 2004 at 7:00 p.m., the following Codified Ordinance was approved by a vote of 5 to 0.
The REF Rural Estate Farm districts will provide open land area for future orderly residential growth, continued agricultural use and residential activities of a rural character that are presently without public water and sewer facilities and are likely to remain without such services into the foreseeable future. It is further the intent of this district to protect and stabilize the essential characteristics of these areas in order to promote and encourage suitable environments for low-density family life, and to maintain and to preserve the rural character of the Township wherever possible.
This ordinance shall become effective thirty (30) days after its adoption and publication as required by law. Copies of the complete ordinance are available for your inspection at the Groveland Township Office, 4695 Grange Hall Road, Holly, MI during regular business hours.
Publish in The Citizen Mar. 15, 2004

Synopsis groveland township board tuesday, march 9, 2004
call to order
roll call mazich, howell, scramlin, ax and depalma
consent agenda: approved agenda
approved minutes as presented february 9, 2004
approved budget adjustments – general, fire & building funds
approved financial statement
approved bills for march general, building, & fire
board reports
fees – rezoning & land division tabled april meeting
approved resolution cable t.v. rates regulation
discussed resolution detroit water & sewer rate increase
no action taken
discussed resolution proposed pipeline route – no action taken
approved resolution west nile virus
discussed scholarship comcast cable – information only
APPROVED 2004-05 MINING PERMIT & RECLAMATION GROVELAND SAND & GRAVEL
DISCUSSED REQUEST BURROUGHS MATERIALS CORPORATION TO REDUCE SETBACK DISTANCE – TABLED
approved 2004-05 mining permit & reclamation holly sand & gravel
approved ordinance barking dog & dog leash
approved bedrock hydrant location & true up
approved z 2004-01 rezone twp. wide ag to new ref district
miscellaneous: correspondence candidate colleen murphy
correspondence brandon school district
gretchen randall
recording secretary
Publish in The Citizen March 15, 2004

Synopsis
Groveland Township Board
August 11, 2008
Call To Order
Roll Call: DePalma, Mazich, Scramlin, Howell, Ax
Consent Agenda: Approved Consent Agenda
Approved July 2008 Minutes
Approved Accounts Payable, Financial Reports, General, Fire & Building
Approved Extension of Mr-? J’s Sport Bar & Grill Planning application
No-Haz Days accepted Volunteers for Sept. 6`? & Oct.. 4th
Approved funds for Clerks MMC Application and one class
Approved SMARI, Senior Van, funds
Public Hearing set for September 2008, regarding the 2008 Headlee Act
Discussed Candidate Ax’s position in primary election for treasurer
Discussed It ustee position as Federal Employee
Miscellaneous:
Board Reports:
Public Comment:
Adjournment
Fire Board Meeting immediately following Township Board Meeting
Patti Back
Recording Secretary
Publish in The Citizen 08-16-08

GROVELAND TOWNSHIP
LEGAL NOTICE
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
TO CONSIDER THE AMENDMENTS TO
THE GROVELAND TOWNSHIP MASTER PLAN
FOR FUTURE LAND USE
A Public Hearing will be held by the Groveland Township Planning Commission on Tuesday, August 26, 2008 at 7:00 P.M. prevailing Eastern Time at the Groveland Township Hall, 4695 Grange Hall Road, Holly, MI 48442 for the purpose of hearing all persons interested in the amendments to the Groveland Township Master Plan for Future Land Use. If adopted by the Township Board, these amendments would revise the Groveland Township Master Plan for Future Land Use, as follows:
? Incorporating a comprehensive appraisal of the present and future recreational potential for Groveland Township using Michigan Department of Natural Resources (MDNR) guidelines.
? Areas previously designated as noncenter commercial areas have been more clearly defined on the amended Master Plan map.
? A PD Planned Development land use designation has been introduced to select areas of the Township. Land so designated could develop with a mix of residential and nonresidential land use under a single zoning classification.
The Amended Master Plan for Future Land Use is available at the Township Office during regular business hours. If you are unable to attend the meeting your written comments are welcome prior to the night of the meeting, or you can telephone (248) 634-4152.
Publish in The Citizen 08-2-08 & 8-23-08

RESOLUTION 2077-003
GROVELAND TOWNSHIP
PLANNING COMMISSION
OPEN MEETINGS ACT RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, the By-Laws of the Groveland Township Planning Commission provide for the scheduling of the regular Planning Commission Meeting for the fourth Tuesday of each month, and
WHEREAS, the State of Michigan has enacted the Open Meetings Act, which required the specific designation of the dates, time and places of all regular meetings of the Planning Commission, and
WHEREAS, it is the desire of the Groveland Township Planning Commission to conduct all of its business in an open forum, in compliance with said act; and
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Groveland Township Planning Commission will hold its regular meeting on the fourth Tuesday of every other month of the calendar year beginning March 22, 2011 and ending on January 24, 2012.
The following are dates of the regularly scheduled meeting that will begin at 7:00 p.m. and will be held at the Township Hall, 4695 Grange Hall Road, Holly, MI 48442:
March 22, 2011 September 27, 2011
May 24, 2011 November 22, 2011
July 26, 2011 January 24, 2012
AND, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a copy of this Notice of Meeting Dates will be published in the Citizen and Tri-County Times newspapers and posted at the Township Hall.
Motion made by: Que Seconded: Sova
Yes. 7
No: 0
Absent: 0
Adopted: January 25, 2011
Pam Mazich, Township Clerk
This notice is posted in compliance with PA 267 of 1976 as amended (Open Meetings Act), MCLA 41.72a (2) (3) and the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA).
Publish in The Citizen 1-29-11

Synopsis Groveland Twp. Board 2-14-2011
Call To Order & Roll Call
Approved: Consent Agenda Budget Amendment, Accts Payable
Approved McGee to Purchase 5 yrs of MERS
Approved 60 Day Moratorium Resolution RE: Marijuana Dispensary
Approved Resolution to Set Hardship Asset Limits
Discussed Attendance MTA Quarterly Meeting
Discussed Attendance Oakland County MTA Chapter Association Meeting, April 7, 2011
Approved Resolution #11009 Dept of Information Technology-E Commerce Agreement
FIRE, BOARD:
No Board Action at this Time
Patti Back Recording Secretary
Publish in The Citizen 2-19-11

NOTICE
TO THE TAXPAYERS AND PROPERTY
OWNERS OF GROVELAND TOWNSHIP
2011 BOARD OF REVIEW MEETING
The Board of Review of the Township of Groveland will meet at the GROVELAND TOWNSHIP HALL, 4695 Grange Hall Road, Holly, Michigan, Lower Level, for the purpose of reviewing the assessment roll and hearing any objections thereof, at the following dates and time:
Tuesday, March 8, 2011 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Monday, March 14, 2011 1:00 PM to 4:30 PM
6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Wednesday, March 16, 2011 1:00 PM to 4:30PM
6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Additional days will be scheduled, if necessary, to give everyone an opportunity to appeal their assessment.
Property owners may file their protests by letter provided they are received at the Township Hall by Monday March 7, 2011.
For those wishing to protest in person, please schedule an appointment by calling:
OAKLAND COUNTY EQUALZATION DIVISION
248-975-9611
If you have any questions regarding the above notice, please feel free to call GROVELAND TOWNSHIP OFFICE during regular business hours at (248)634-4152.
ROBERT DEPALMA, SUPERVISOR
Groveland Township
Publish in The Citizen 2-19-11, 2-26-11, 3-5-11

NOTICE
TO THE TAXPAYERS AND PROPERTY
OWNERS OF GROVELAND TOWNSHIP
2011 BOARD OF REVIEW MEETING
The Board of Review of the Township of Groveland will meet at the GROVELAND TOWNSHIP HALL, 4695 Grange Hall Road, Holly, Michigan, Lower Level, for the purpose of reviewing the assessment roll and hearing any objections thereof, at the following dates and time:
Tuesday, March 8, 2011 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Monday, March 14, 2011 1:00 PM to 4:30 PM
6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Wednesday, March 16, 2011 1:00 PM to 4:30PM
6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Additional days will be scheduled, if necessary, to give everyone an opportunity to appeal their assessment.
Property owners may file their protests by letter provided they are received at the Township Hall by Monday March 7, 2011.
For those wishing to protest in person, please schedule an appointment by calling:
OAKLAND COUNTY EQUALZATION DIVISION
248-975-9611
If you have any questions regarding the above notice, please feel free to call GROVELAND TOWNSHIP OFFICE during regular business hours at (248)634-4152.
ROBERT DEPALMA, SUPERVISOR
Groveland Township
Publish in The Citizen 2-19-11, 2-26-11, 3-5-11

NOTICE
TO THE TAXPAYERS AND PROPERTY
OWNERS OF GROVELAND TOWNSHIP
2011 Board of Review of the Township of Groveland will meet at the GROVELAND TOWNSHIP HALL, 4695 Grange Hall Road, Holly, Michigan, Lower Level, for the purpose of reviewing the assessment roll and hearing any objections thereof, at the following dates and time:
Tuesday, March 8, 2011 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Monday, March 14, 2011 1:00 PM to 4:30 PM
6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Wednesday, March 16, 2011 1:00 PM to 4:30PM
6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Additional days will be scheduled, if necessary, to give everyone an opportunity to appeal their assessment.
Property owners may file their protests by letter provided they are received at the Township Hall by Monday March 7, 2011.
For those wishing to protest in person, please schedule an appointment by calling:
OAKLAND COUNTY EQUALZATION DIVISION
248-975-9611
If you have any questions regarding the above notice, please feel free to call GROVELAND TOWNSHIP OFFICE during regular business hours at (248)634-4152.
ROBERT DEPALMA, SUPERVISOR
Groveland Township
Publish in The Citizen 2-19-11, 2-26-11, 3-5-11

PUBLIC NOTICE
GROVELAND TOWNSHIP

ATTENTION RESIDENTS
MARCH 14, 2011 Township, Building & Fire Department Proposed Budget(s)
The Groveland Township Board will hold a public hearing at the regular Township Board of Trustees meeting on the proposed budget(s) at the Township Hall, 4695 Grange Hall Road, Holly, MI 48442 on March 14, 2011 at 7:00p.m. A copy of the budget(s) is available for public inspection at the township office or by contacting the clerk.
The property tax millage rate proposed to be levied
To support the proposed budgets will be a
Subject of this public hearing (MCL 141.412)
1.00 Mill Township Operations
3.94 Mills Fire Department Operations
The Groveland Township Board will provide necessary reasonable auxiliary aid and services, such as signers for the hearing impaired and audiotapes of printed materials being considered at the meeting, to individuals with disabilities upon six (6) days notice to the Clerk’s office by writing or calling to the address and phone number listed in this notice.
This notice is posted in compliance with PA42 of 1995, MCL 211.24e (2) (3) by complying with Section 16 of the Uniform Budgeting and Accounting Act (MCL 141.436), MCL and Americans with Disabilities (ADA).
Pamela Mazich, Clerk
4695 Grange Hall Road, Holly, MI 48442
248-634-4152
clerk@grovelandtownship.net
Publish in The Citizen 3-5-11

GROVELAND TOWNSHIP
LEGAL NOTICE
Notice is hereby given that a Public Hearing will be held on Tuesday, March 22, 2011 at 7:00 p.m. at the Groveland Township Hall, 4695 Grange Hall Road, Holly, MI for the purpose of hearing all persons interested in the proposed Zoning Ordinance amendment. Said amendment, if adopted by the Groveland Township Board, would revise the Groveland Township Codified Ordinances, as follows:
Add to Division 2. RE/F (Rural Estate/Farm District) Section 54-113. Principal agricultural uses permitted: 3) A person who keeps or houses laying chickens (hens) on his or her property shall comply with all of the following requirements: a. through g.
Proposed language for the amendment is available at the Township Office during regular business hours. If you are unable to attend the meeting, your written comments are welcome prior to the night of the meeting, or you can telephone (248)634-4152.
Publish in The Citizen 3-5-11, 3-19-11

GROVELAND TOWNSHIP
LEGAL NOTICE
Notice is hereby given that a Public Hearing will be held on Tuesday, March 22, 2011 at 7:00 p.m. at the Groveland Township Hall, 4695 Grange Hall Road, Holly, MI for the purpose of hearing all persons interested in the proposed Zoning Ordinance amendment. Said amendment, if adopted by the Groveland Township Board, would revise the Groveland Township Codified Ordinances, as follows:
Add to Division 2. RE/F (Rural Estate/Farm District) Section 54-113. Principal agricultural uses permitted: 3) A person who keeps or houses laying chickens (hens) on his or her property shall comply with all of the following requirements: a. through g.
Proposed language for the amendment is available at the Township Office during regular business hours. If you are unable to attend the meeting, your written comments are welcome prior to the night of the meeting, or you can telephone (248)634-4152.
Publish in The Citizen 3-5-11, 3-19-11

Synopsis
Groveland Twp. Board 3-14-2011
Call To Order & Roll Call
Approved: Consent Agenda
Budget Amendment, Accts Payable
Public Hearing: Budget 2011 -2012 Township &Fire
Appropriations Act
Approved February 15, 2011 Special Meeting Minutes
Approved 2011-2012 Township Budget & Appropriations Act
Approved Supervisor to spend up to $59,680.80 on Chloride
Planning Commission-Howell reported Chicken Ordinance and marijuana on next meeting
Holly Youth Assistance-Howell gave an update on the Banquet
Other’s – Brief discussion on Bank Ratings.
Representative Brad Jacobsen was in attendance and gave a brief overall of what is happening and going on in Lansing these days.
FIRE BOARD:
Approved Purchase of Pagers
Approved Life Pack Agreement
Approved Hose Testing
Approved Hiring of John Fleck, Firefighter/EMT Ethan Berger, Firefighter/EMT Justin Thompson
Patti Back
Recording Secretary
Publish in The Citizen 3-26-11

GROVELAND TOWNSHIP RESIDENTS
Please be advised that the Groveland Township Office, 4695 Grange Hall Road, Holly, MI 48442 will be closed for business on Tuesday, August 5, 2008 due to the Primary Election. The office will reopen for all regular business on Wednesday, August 6, 2008.
Publish in The Citizen 07-26-08 & 8-2-08

GROVELAND TOWNSHIP
LEGAL NOTICE
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
TO CONSIDER THE AMENDMENTS TO
THE GROVELAND TOWNSHIP MASTER PLAN FOR FUTURE LAND USE
A Public Hearing will be held by the Groveland Township Planning Commission on Tuesday, August 26, 2008 at 7:00 P.M. prevailing Eastern Time at the Groveland Township Hall, 4695 Grange Hall Road, Holly, MI 48442 for the purpose of hearing all persons interested in the amendments to the Groveland Township Master Plan for Future Land Use. If adopted by the Township Board, these amendments would revise the Groveland Township Master Plan for Future Land Use, as follows:
? Incorporating a comprehensive appraisal of the present and future recreational potential for Groveland Township using Michigan Department of Natural Resources (MDNR) guidelines.
? Areas previously designated as noncenter commercial areas have been more clearly defined on the amended Master Plan map.
? A PD Planned Development land use designation has been introduced to select areas of the Township. Land so designated could develop with a mix of residential and nonresidential land use under a single zoning classification.
The Amended Master Plan for Future Land Use is available at the Township Office during regular business hours. If you are unable to attend the meeting your written comments are welcome prior to the night of the meeting, or you can telephone (248) 634-4152.
Publish in The Citizen 08-2-08 & 8-23-08

NOTICE OF ELECTION ?
PRIMARY ELECTION AUGUST 5, 2008
IN
GROVELAND TOWNSHIP
To the Qualified Electors:
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a Primary Election will be held in:
GROVELAND TOWNSHIP
County of Oakland, State of Michigan
TUESDAY, AUGUST 5, 2008
THE POLLS will be open
7 o’clock a.m. until 8 o’clock p.m.
ALL POLLING PLACES ARE HANDICAP ACCESSIBLE
BRAILLE AND AUDIO VERSIONS OF VOTING INSTRUCTIONS ARE AVAILABLE
AT THE POLLING PLACES LISTED BELOW:
Precinct 1 ? Groveland Township Office ?
Lower Level (4695 Grange Hall Rd)
Precinct 2 ? Groveland Fire Station No. 1
(14645 Dixie Hwy. Training Center)
Precinct 3 ? Groveland Fire Station No. 2
(3085 Grange Hall Rd)
FOR THE PURPOSE OF NOMINATING CANDIDATES OF ALL PARTICIPATING POLITICAL PARTIES FOR THE FOLLOWING OFFICES:
CONGRESSIONAL UNITED STATES SENATOR, REPRESENTATIVE IN CONGRESS
LEGISLATIVE REPRESENTATIVE IN STATE LEGISLATURE
COUNTY COUNTY EXECUTIVE, PROSECUTING ATTORNEY, SHERIFF,
CLERK/REGISTER OF DEEDS, TREASURER, DRAIN COMMISSIONER AND COUNTY COMMISSIONER
JUDICIAL JUDGE OF CIRCUIT COURT? 6TH CIRCUIT-NON-IMCUMBENT POSITION
JUDGE OF PROBATE COURT-OAKLAND COUNTY-
NON-INCUMBENT POSITION
JUDGE OF DISTRICT COURT-52-2ND DISTRICT-INCUMBENT POSITION
TOWNSHIP SUPERVISOR, CLERK, TREASURER, TRUSTEE
AND FOR THE PURPOSE OF ELECTING:
DELEGATES TO THE COUNTY CONVENTION OF THE REPUBLICAN AND DEMOCRATIC PARTIES
AND FOR THE PURPOSE OF VOTING ON THE FOLLOWING PROPOSAL:
OAKLAND COUNTY ZOOLOGICAL AUTHORITY ? The Oakland County Zoological Authority was established pursuant to Public Act 49 of 2008, and formed to allow for continuing zoological services for the students, residents and visitors of Oakland County. The law allows the Authority to seek authorization from the electors to levy a tax of not more than 0.1 mill (10cents per $1,000 of taxable value) on real and personal property to provide revenue for this purpose. Accordingly, to continue providing zoological services to benefit the residents of the County, shall a 0.1 mill on all of the taxable property located within the County be imposed for a period of ten (10) years, being years 2008 through 2017. It is estimated that if approved and levied, this new millage will generate approximately $6,474,597.63 in 2008
Shall this proposal be adopted?
COUNTY TREASURER’S STATEMENT AS REQUIRED
BY ACT NO. 62 OF THE PUBLIC ACTS OF 1933
AS AMENDED
I, Patrick M. Dohany, County Treasurer of the County of Oakland, State of Michigan, do hereby certify that according to the records in my office, as of July 2, 2008, the total of all voted increases in the tax rate limitation above the 18 mills established by Section 6 of Article IX of the Michigan Constitution of 1963 affecting taxable property in the County of Oakland, is as follows:
YEARS INCREASE
LOCAL UNIT VOTED INCREASE EFFECTIVE
County of Oakland .25 2002 ? 2011 Incl.
Oakland Community College 1.00 Unlimited
.80 2002 ? 2011 Incl.
County School District of
Oakland County 3.6483 Unlimited
Brandon School District 16.0410 2005 ? 2009
2.959 2005 – 2009

C.S. Mott Community College 1.4 Unlimited
.6410 2008 – 2017
Intermediate School District
Of Genesee County 3.50 Unlimited
Goodrich Area Schools 16.884 2000 – 2009
2.0 1999 – 2009
3.0 2008 – 2009
2.5 2009 – 2011
Township of Groveland 1.00 Unlimited
5.00 2000 – 2019
Holly Area Schools 18.00 2004 – 2013
Dated: July 2, 2008
PATRICK M. DOHANY, TREASURER
OAKLAND COUNTY
ABSENT VOTER BALLOTS MAY BE OBTAINED FROM:
PAMELA MAZICH, CLERK
GROVELAND TOWNSHIP
4695 GRANGE HALL RD.
HOLLY, MI 48442
248/634-4152 or 248/627-3585
Publish in The Citizen 07-26-08

GROVELAND TOWNSHIP RESIDENTS
PUBLIC ACCURACY TEST
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a Public Accuracy Test for the PRIMARY ELECTION has been scheduled for MONDAY, JULY 28, 2008 @ 2:00 pm to be conducted at the Groveland Township Office, 4695 Grange Hall Road, Holly, MI
The public Accuracy Test is conducted to determine that the electronic equipment used to conduct and tabulate the results of the election counts the votes in the manner prescribed by law.
PAMELA MAZICH, CLERK
GROVELAND TOWNSHIP
248/634-4152 or 627-3585
Publish in The Citizen 07-26-08

GROVELAND TOWNSHIP RESIDENTS
Please be advised that the Groveland Township Office, 4695 Grange Hall Road, Holly, MI 48442 will be closed for business on Tuesday, August 5, 2008 due to the Primary Election. The office will reopen for all regular business on Wednesday, August 6, 2008.
Publish in The Citizen 07-26-08 & 8-2-08

Synopsis
groveland township board
july 14, 2008
Call To Order
Roll Call: DePalma, Mazich, Scramlin, Howell, Ax
Consent Agenda: Approved Consent Agenda
Approved June 2008 Minutes
Approved Budget Amendments
Approved Accounts Payable, Financial Reports, General, Fire & Building
Approved Extension to end of July 2008, Mr. J’s Sport Bar & Grill Planning application
Set-up Special Township Board Mtg. to Discuss Township Property RFP’s, July 18, 2008 at 7PM
Approved use of Tri-County funds for 2008 Road Gravel Improvement Project
Approved Closing of Twp. Offices for General Business on 2008 Election Days, August 5th & November 4th
Approved Appointment of Pauline Kenner to Holly Area Youth Assistance Program
Miscellaneous:
Board Reports:
Public Comment:
Adjournment
Fire Board Meeting immediately following Township Board Meeting
Patti Back
Recording Secretary
Publish in The Citizen 07-26-08

LEGAL NOTICE
GROVELAND TOWNSHIP
AMENDMENTS TO
ORDINANCE ORDINANCE #178
At a regular meeting of the Groveland Township Board, held on Monday, April 11, 2011, the following Codified Ordinance was approved by a vote of 5 – 0.
Amend No. 4. SUBDIVISION PLATS AND/OR SITE PLANS – under 2. NONRESIDENTIAL AS FOLLOWS: ADD:
OCCUPIED-CHANGE OF USE
(ALL COMMERCIAL ZONING DISTRICTS)
Partial Site Plan – administrative Review
Application Review Fee $2,000.00
Administrative Fee 820.00
$2,820.00
AND
Amend No. 5. ENGINEERING/CONSTRUCTION PLAN APPROVAL CHANGE:
Administrative Fee from $500.00 to $820.00 (non-refundable)
This ordinance shall become effective thirty (30) days after their adoption and publication as required by law. Copies of the complete ordinances are available for your inspection at the Groveland Township Office, 4695 Grange Hall Road, Holly, MI during regular business hours.
Publish in The Citizen 4-16-11

SYNOPSIS
GROVELAND TWP. BOARD 4-11-2011
Call To Order & Roll Call
Approved: Consent Agenda
Budget Amendment, Accts Payable
March 14, 2011
Approved to Gravel with Tri-Party Funds
Approved 2011-2012 Holly & Groveland Sand and Gravel Mining Permits
Approved to Amend Site Plan Fees (Section 4 & 5)
Approved to Extend Marijuana Moritorium 120 Days
Approved Mazich & Back to Attend MAMC 2011 Conference
Approved Lawrence to Attend MI Municipal Treasurer Institute
RESOLUTIONS:
Approved NO-HAZ Interlocal Agreement
West Nile Virus
April as Fair Housing Month
Approved Debbie Miller to Holly Youth Assistance Board
Approved Asking Rose Twp & Holly to Split MSP Utilities
Miscellaneous:
Approved Liquor License Renewal Rite Aide Drugs
FIRE BOARD:
Approved Hiring Stacey Millar as Part Time On Call Paid Employee
Approved Purchase & Installation of New Roof at Fire #1
Patti Back
Recording Secretary
Publish in The Citizen 4-23-11

Synopsis
Groveland Twp. Board 5-09-2011
Call To Order & Roll Call
Approved: Consent Agenda
Budget Amendment, Accts Payable
April 11, 2011
Approved Road Maintenance Corp to Chloride
Approved Township Roads to be Graveled
Approved Criteria to Dedicate Private Rds.
Approved Investment Policy Appendix A Amendment
Discussed Video WIMAX Conference
Tabled Ameriscan Imaging
Approved Equalization Contract with County
RESOLUTIONS:
Approved May 2011 Mental Health Month
NITC Project No Action Taken
FIRE BOARD:
Approved Hiring Chris Preston & Todd Carnes as Part-Paid On Call
Patti Back
Recording Secretary
Publish in The Citizen 5-14-11

LEGAL NOTICE
GROVELAND TOWNSHIP
RESIDENTS
Applications for deferment of Summer Taxes are now available at the Township Hall. Senior citizens, paraplegics, quadriplegics, eligible servicemen, eligible veterans, eligible widows, blind persons or totally and permanently disabled persons who can verify that their household income for the preceding calendar year did not exceed $40,000 are eligible for Summer Tax Deferment until February 17, 2009. These forms must be signed and returned to the Township Office no later than September 15, 2008.
If you have questions, please call Shirley Scramlin, Groveland Township Treasurer at (248) 634-4152.
Publish in The Citizen 06-14-08

ATTENTION
GROVELAND TOWNSHIP
RESIDENTS
FREE SWIMMING PROGRAM FOR
GROVELAND CHILDREN
Free Swimming Lessons are available for School Age Children of Groveland Township residents. There will be two, two-week sessions:
Session 1 will begin Monday, July 21, 2008 – Thursday, July 24, 2008
and
Monday, July 28, 2008 – Thursday, July 31, 2008
Session 2 will begin Monday – August 4, 2008 – Thursday, August 7, 2008
and
Monday, August 11, 2008 – Thursday August 14, 2008
Classes will be held at Groveland Oaks County Park.
Children are to be registered at the Groveland Township Hall, 4695 Grange Hall Road, Holly, MI. For further information call (248) 634-4152 during regular business hours.
Publish in The Citizen 06-14-08

Synopsis
Groveland Township Board
June 9, 2008
Call To Order
Roll Call: DePalma, Mazich, Scramlin, Howell, Ax-Excused
Consent Agenda: Approved Consent Agenda
Approved May 2008 Minutes
Approved Budget Amendments
Approved Accounts Payable, Financial Reports, General, Fire & Building
Approved General Liability Insurance with Michigan Community Underwriters for Year 2008-2009
MTAOCC Quarterly Meeting will be Attended by 4 of the 5 Board Members on July 10, 2008
Approved Camp Tamarack Fireworks to be held on July 3, 2008
Approved Groveland Oaks Fireworks to be held on July 5, 2008
Approved Paychex Level I HR Program
Miscellaneous:
Approval was made to do a Final Audit of Treasurer’s Books Prior to Turning Over to New Elected Treasurer in November 2008
Board Reports:
Public Comment:
Adjournment
Fire Board Meeting immediately following Township Board Meeting
Patti Back
Recording Secretary
Publish in The Citizen 06-14-08

LEGAL NOTICE
The regular meeting of the Groveland Township Board of Zoning Appeals will be held on Tuesday, June 14, 2011 at 7:00 p.m. at the Groveland Township Hall, 4695 Grange Hall Road, Holly, MI 48442. The purpose of the meeting is to hear the following appeal:
BZA 2011-001 – THOMAS MALIK, SEC. 19. 02-19-226016, 1646 THREAD VALLEY, HOLLY. REQUEST TO BUILD ACCESSORY BUILDING THAT EXCEEDS HEIGHT LIMITATION IN R-2 ZONING DISTRICT.
Additional information is available at the Township Office during regular business hours. If you are unable to attend the meeting, your written comments are welcome at the Township Office prior to the night of the meeting.
Publish in The Citizen 6-4-11

LEGAL NOTICE
The regular meeting of the Groveland Township Board of Zoning Appeals will be held on Tuesday, June 14, 2011 at 7:00 p.m. at the Groveland Township Hall, 4695 Grange Hall Road, Holly, MI 48442. The purpose of the meeting is to hear the following appeal:
BZA 2011-001 – THOMAS MALIK, SEC. 19. 02-19-226016, 1464 THREAD VALLEY, HOLLY. REQUEST TO BUILD ACCESSORY BUILDING THAT EXCEEDS HEIGHT LIMITATION IN R-2 ZONING DISTRICT.
Additional information is available at the Township Office during regular business hours. If you are unable to attend the meeting, your written comments are welcome at the Township Office prior to the night of the meeting.
Publish in The Citizen 6-4-11, 6-11-11

LEGAL NOTICE
GROVELAND TOWNSHIP RESIDENTS
Applications for deferment of Summer Taxes are now available at the Township Hall. Senior citizens, paraplegics, quadriplegics, eligible servicemen, eligible veterans, eligible widows, hemiplegic, blind persons or totally and permanently disabled persons who can verify that their household income for the preceding calendar year did not exceed $40,000 are eligible for Summer Tax Deferment until February 14, 2012. These forms must be signed and returned to the Township Office no later than September 14, 2011.
If you have questions, please call David Ax, Groveland Township Treasurer at (248) 634-4152.
Publish in The Citizen 6-18-11

Synopsis Groveland Twp. Board 6-13-2011
Call To Order & Roll Call
Approved: Consent Agenda
Budget Amendment, Accts Payable June 13,2011
Approved MTA Dues
Approved Change of Fee Occupied & Vacant Re-Occupied
Approved Yearly Commercial Fire Inspection Fee
Approved 2011-2012 Kurtz Mining Permit
Approved 2011-2012 Star-Bat Mining Permit
Approved Chicken Ordinance
Approved Camp Tamarack’s Fire Works Permit
Approved Groveland Oaks Fire Works Permit
Approved Back & Lawrence attend MTA Ordinance Class
RESOLUTIONS:
Approved Planning & Zonning Resolution
Approved Resolution to Participate in CDBG Program
Approved Supervisor & Clerk to Attend MERS Conference in September
FIRE BOARD:
Approved Hiring: Mishler, Decker, Erdos, Olrich Fire Employees
Patti Back
Publish in The Citizen 6-18-11 Recording Secretary

Synopsis
Groveland Township Board
May 12, 2008
Call To Order
Roll Call: DePalma, Mazich, Scramlin, Ax, Howell-Excused
Consent Agenda: Approved Consent Agenda
Approved Accounts Payable, Financial Reports, General, Fire & Building
Approved May 2008 as Oakland County Mental Health Month
Approved County Board of Commissioners-Support for the “Stopped” Program
Approved Resolution #2008-OO6 Participation in the CDBG Program
Approved Clerks attendance at the MAMC Conference
Approved Groveland Oaks 2008 Swim Program
Approved purchase of Flags for OrtonviIle Cemetery
Approved Limestone on County Line Rd.. between Jossman & Thayer cost to be shared with Atlas Twp.
Approved 2008 Road Gravel on Auten from M-15, Wolfe and Brandt Rd.
Approved updated Township Master Plan
Approved Newspaper and Magazine Recycling
Miscellaneous:
Board Reports:
Public Comment:
Adjournment
Fire Board Meeting immediately following Township Board Meeting
Patti Back
Recording Secretary
Publish in The Citizen 05-24-08

ORDINANCE #180 — ORDINANCE AMENDING #177 AND #178 SITE PLAN PROCEDURES AND FEE SCHEDULE
At a regular meeting of the Groveland Township Board, held on Monday, June 13, 2011, the following Codified Ordinance was approved by a vote of 5-0.
Amend No. 4. SUBDIVISION PLATS and/or SITE PLANS under 2. VACANT – RE-OCCUPIED as follows:
(ALL COMMERCIAL ZONING DISTRICTS)
Partial Site Plan – Administrative Review
Application Review Fee $2,000.00
Administrative Fee 250.00
$2,250.00
OCCUPIED – CHANGE OF USE
(ALL COMMERCIAL ZONING DISTRICTS)
Partial Site Plan – Administrative Review
Application Review Fee $2,000.00
Administrative Fee 250.00
$2,250.00
FIRE SERVICES
Fire Department inspections, each $65.00
This ordinance shall become effective thirty days after adoption and publication as required by law. A copy of the complete ordinance is available for inspection at the Groveland Township Office, 4695 Grange Hall Road, Holly, during regular business hours.
Publish in The Citizen 6-25-11

ORDINANCE #179 CHICKENS IN RURAL ESTATE/FARM ZONING DISTRICT
Add to Division 2. RE/F Rural Estate/Farm District the following amendment.
Sec. 54-113. Principal agricultural uses permitted
3) A person who keeps or houses chickens (hens) on his or her property, having less than 10 acres, shall comply with all of the following requirements:
a. The consumption of eggs shall be for residents of the property where the chickens are located.
b. Keep no more than 10 chickens.
c. No person shall keep any rooster.
d. A person shall not keep chickens in any location on the property other than in the backyard. For purposes of this section, “backyard” means that portion of the lot inside the rear and side yard setbacks behind the primary residential structure as defined in Section 54-671 Schedule of Regulations for the RE/F District. The rear setback is 50 feet and the sideyard setback is a total of 80 feet with one side being 40 feet in width.
e. Chickens shall be confined/housed within a fenced area.
f. The confined fenced area can be moved within the backyard at the owners discretion.
g. All feed and other items associated with the keeping of chickens that are likely to attract or to become infested with or infected by rats, mice, or other rodents shall be protected so as to prevent rats, mice or other rodents from gaining access to or coming into contact with them.
h. Private restrictions on the use of property shall remain enforceable and take precedence over this provision. Private restrictions include but are not limited to deed restrictions, condominium master deed restrictions, neighborhood association by-laws, and covenant deeds.
i. Any person keeping hens shall remain subject to applicable public nuisance provisions enforced by the Township and/or Oakland County.
Publish in The Citizen 6-25-11

Synopsis
Groveland Township Board 7-11-2011
Call To Order & Roll Call
Approved: Consent Agenda
Budget Amendment, Accts Payable
July 11, 2011
Approved Amending Attached Accessory Bldgs.
Approved Fire Funding Pension for MERS
Discussed MTA Picnic
Approved Marijuana Moratorium Extension
RESOLUTIONS:
Discussed Resolution CM-06-178-11 No Action Taken
Approved Katy Hughes to Holly Youth Assistance
Holly Area Youth Assistance are now Collecting School Supplies
FIRE BOARD:
Approved Hiring: Withrow, Larson, Lawrence
Approved Fire Contract Renewal with the Village of Holly
Patti Back
Recording Secretary
Publish in The Citizen 7-23-11

GROVELAND TOWNSHIP RESIDENTS
NOTICE OF ELIGIBILITY TO INCORPORATE AS A CHARTER TOWNSHIP AND RIGHT TO REFERENDUM
Official certification has been received from the Michigan Secretary of State that the Township of Groveland has a population of 2,000 or more, and the township board has the right to exercise one of three options concerning status as a charter township under the provisions of the Charter Township Act, Public Act 359 of 1947, as amended (MCL 42.3a):
1. Adopt by majority vote a resolution opposed to incorporation as a charter township.
2. Adopt by majority vote a resolution of intent to approve incorporation as a charter township by resolution. At least 60 days after the adoption of the resolution of intent, the township board may adopt the resolution to incorporate as a charter township.
3. Adopt by majority vote a resolution to place before the electorate at the next regular or special township election the question of incorporation as a charter township.
If Option 2 is adopted by the township board, the citizens of the township have the right to file a ‘Right to Referendum Petition.? This petition must be filed before the final adoption of the resolution to incorporate as a charter township.
The petition must follow, in general form, the nominating petition form as prescribed in the Michigan Election Law (MCL 168.488), and the heading must indicate ‘Disagreement of Intent to Incorporate as a Charter Township.? The petition must be signed by not less than 10% of the number of electors of the township voting for township supervisor at the last election in which a supervisor was elected.
If the petition is successful, the question of incorporation will be placed on the ballot at the next general or special township election.
Eligibility to Incorporate will be discussed August 8, 2011 @ 7:00pm at the Groveland Township general board meeting, 4695 Grange Hall Road, Holly, MI 48442. Fore more information contact:
Pamela Mazich, Clerk
248-634-4152
clerk@grovelandtownship.net
Publish in The Citizen 7-23-11

Synopsis
Groveland Township Board
April 14, 2008
Call To Order
Roll Call: DePalma, Mazich, Scramlin, Howell, Ax
Consent Agenda: Approved Consent Agenda
Approved Accounts Payable, Financial Reports, General, Fire & Building
Approved Infrastructure Improvement Fund
Approved Oakland County Dust Control
Approved Assessing Contract With Oakland County
Approved Submitting Requests For Proposals Regarding Township Property
Approved April to be Fair Housing Law Month
Howell Will be Township Representative at the May 31, 2048 NO-HAZ Collection
Approved Sealcoating Of Township Parking Area
Approved Holly Youth Assistance Board of Directors
Miscellaneous:
DePalma Reported to contact the Michigan Public Service Commission at 866-552-7725, with any Cable complaints or problems, this will number will also be on the Cable Channel
Board Reports:
Howell Reported Doug Quinn Memorial will be held the 1st Thursday of this month or next, the bench is already in place
Mazich Informed the Board of the Goodrich School Election being held on May 6`h
Scramlin Announced that being Treasurer for the past 24 Years she would not be seeking re-election.
Public Comment:
Pam Que announced her candidacy for Township Treasurer
Adjournment
Fire Board Meeting immediately following Township Board Meeting
Patti Back
Recording Secretary
Publish in The Citizen 4-19-08

LEGAL NOTICE
GROVELAND TOWNSHIP RESIDENTS
OFFICIAL NOTICE
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
TO ADD ARTICLE VIII: DUMPING AND ANTI-LITTERING
A Public Hearing will be held on Tuesday, 27, 2011 at 7:00 p.m. at the Groveland Township Hall, 4695 Grange Hall Road, Holly, MI 48442 for the purpose of hearing all persons interested in the proposed amendment. The amendment, if adopted by the Groveland Township Board, would revise the Groveland Township Codified Ordinances as follows:
The amendment would add Article III – Dumping and Anti-Littering. Sec. 15-521 General regulations; Sec. 15-522 Definitions; Sec. 15-523 Littering prohibited; Sec. 15-524 Presumptions, and; Sec. 12-23 Violation, misdemeanor.
Proposed language for the amendment is available at the Township Office during regular business hours. If you are unable to attend the meeting your written comments are welcome prior to the night of the meeting, or you can telephone (248) 634-4152.
Publish in The Citizen 9-10-11

LEGAL NOTICE
GROVELAND TOWNSHIP RESIDENTS
OFFICIAL NOTICE
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
TO ADD SECTION 10-33
A Public Hearing will be held on Tuesday, 27, 2011 at 7:00 p.m. at the Groveland Township Hall, 4695 Grange Hall Road, Holly, MI 48442 for the purpose of hearing all persons interested in the proposed amendment. The amendment, if adopted by the Groveland Township Board, would revise the Groveland Township Codified Ordinances as follows:
The amendment would add Sec. 10-33 – Regulated flood prone hazard areas (1) Designation of regulated flood prone hazard areas and (2) Code Appendix Enforced; Appendix G of the Michigan Building Code shall be enforced by the Township.
Proposed language for the amendment is available at the Township Office during regular business hours. If you are unable to attend the meeting your written comments are welcome prior to the night of the meeting, or you can telephone (248) 634-4152.
Publish in The Citizen 9-10-11

LEGAL NOTICE
GROVELAND TOWNSHIP
ORDINANCE #184
AMENDMENT TO ORDINANCE #178
At a regular meeting of the Groveland Township Board, held on Monday, September 12, 2011, the following Codified Ordinance was approved by a vote of 5-0.
BUILDING DEPARTMENT FEES
Fireplace (two inspections) $130.00
Woodstove (1 inspection) $ 65.00
Hot Tub (1 inspection $ 65.00
Re-Inspection Fee $ 65.00
Publish in The Citizen 9-17-11

Synopsis
Groveland Tvvp. Board 9-12-2011
Call To Order & Roll Call
Approved: Consent Agenda
Budget Amendment, Accts Payable
July 12, 2011
Approved Employee Manual Revisions
Approved Smart Bus Credits
Approved Traffic Improvement Support
Approved MATS Conference for Supervisor
Approved Paid Holiday Revision
Approved Fireplace/Wood Stove Fees
RESOLUTIONS:
Discussed Speed Limits Resolution
FIRE BOARD: No Action Repaired
Patti Back
Recording Secretary
Publish in The Citizen 9-17-11

GROVELAND TOWNSHIP RESIDENTS
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE
2012 CDBG FUNDS
Notice is hereby given that the Township Board will hold a public hearing at the Groveland Township Hall, located at 4695 Grange Hall Rd, Holly, MI 48442 at 7:00 pin on Tuesday, October 11, 2011
The purpose of the meeting is to hear public comments on the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program Year application in the approximate amount of $14,172 to fund eligible projects. Oakland County will allow participating communities to spend a maximum of 15% of their annual allocation on public services. This action will ensure compliance with federal regulations.
All interested citizens are requested to attend the Hearing. Comments will also be received in writing or in person at the Groveland Township office located at the above address until 4:00 pm, Tuesday, October 11, 2011.
The Township Board meeting room is handicap accessible. Arrangements to reasonable accommodate special needs, including handicap accessibility or interpreter, will be made upon receiving 72-hour advance notice. Contact Pamela Mazich at 248.634.4152 for further information or if special services are required.
Pamela Mazieh, Clerk
Publish in The Citizen 10-01-11Ignobels

NOTICE OF
CLOSE OF REGISTRATION FOR THE ELECTION TO BE HELD ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 8, 2011 FOR
GROVELAND TOWNSHIP
TO THE QUALIFIED ELECTORS
OF GROVELAND TOWNSHIP,
OAKLAND COUNTY, MICHIGAN:
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT THE GROVELAND TOWNSHIP OFFICE AT 4695 GRANGE HALL RD., HOLLY WILL BE OPEN:
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 11, 2011
FROM 9:00 a.m. ? 4:00 p.m.
LAST DAY TO REGISTER
THE NOVEMBER 8, 2011 ELECTION WILL BE CONDUCTED IN PRECINCTS #1 AND #2 FOR THE PURPOSE OF ELECTING CANDIDATES TO THE BOARD OF EDUCATION FOR BRANDON SCHOOL DISTRICT.
MEMBER OF THE
BOARDOF EDUCATION
VOTE FOR TWO
Pamela Mazich, Clerk
Groveland Township
4695 Grange Hall Road
Holly, MI 48442
248-634-4152
Publish in The Citizen 10-01-11

LEGAL NOTICE
GROVELAND TOWNSHIP RESIDENTS
REGULAR MEETING
The regular meeting of the Groveland Township Board of Zoning Appeals will be held on Tuesday, October 11, 2011 at 7:00 p.m. at the Groveland Township Hall, 4695 Grange Hall Road, Holly, MI 48442. The purpose of the meeting is to hear the following:
BZA 2011-006, HORST GRIESSER, SEC. 11. 02-11-100-015. GROVELAND ROAD & RAVENWOOD CT. (520 MANITOU LAND, LAKE ORION, MI). EXISTING ACCESSORY BUILDING WITHOUT PRINCIPAL RESIDENCE.
Additional information is available at the Township Office during regular business hours. If you are unable to attend the meeting, your written comments are welcome at the Township Office prior to the night of the meeting.
Publish in The Citizen 10-01-11

PUBLIC NOTICE
GROVELAND TOWNSHIP
LEGAL NOTICE
The regular meeting of the Groveland Township Board of Zoning Appeals will be held on Tuesday, April 8, 2008 at 7:00 p.m. at the Groveland Township Hall, 4695 Grange Hall Road, Holly, MI 48442. The purpose of this meeting is to hear the following appeal:
BZA 2008-02, ANNE RIZZO, SEC. 02. 02- 02-100-012, 3240 AUTEN ROAD, ORTONVILLE. VARIANCE REQUEST TO BUILD ACCESSORY BUILDING IN FRONT OF PRINCIPAL RESIDENCE.
Additional information is available at the Township Office during regular business hours. If you are unable to attend the meeting, your written comments are welcome at the Township Office prior to the night of the meeting.
Publish: March 28, 2008

LEGAL NOTICE
GROVELAND TOWNSHIP RESIDENTS
OFFICIAL NOTICE
Ordinance #182 ADD SECTION 10-33 DESIGNATION OF REGULATED FLOOD PRONE HAZARD AREAS
At a regular meeting of the Groveland Township Board, held on Tuesday, October 11, 2011, the following codified Ordinance was approved by a vote of 5-0.
The amendment would add Sec. 10-33 – Regulated flood prone hazard areas (1) Designation of regulated flood prone hazard areas and (2) Code Appendix Enforced; Appendix G of the Michigan Building Code shall be enforced by the Township.
This ordinance will become effective thirty (30) days after its adoption and publication as required by law. A copy of the complete ordinance is available for your inspection at the Groveland Township Office, 4695 Grange Hall Road, Holly, MI 48442 during regular business hours.
Publish in The Citizen 10-15-11

LEGAL NOTICE
GROVELAND TOWNSHIP RESIDENTS
OFFICIAL NOTICE
Ordinance #182 ADD SECTION 10-33 DESIGNATION OF REGULATED FLOOD PRONE HAZARD AREAS
At a regular meeting of the Groveland Township Board, held on Tuesday, October 11, 2011, the following codified Ordinance was approved by a vote of 5-0.
The amendment would add Sec. 10-33 – Regulated flood prone hazard areas (1) Designation of regulated flood prone hazard areas and (2) Code Appendix Enforced; Appendix G of the Michigan Building Code shall be enforced by the Township.
This ordinance will become effective thirty (30) days after its adoption and publication as required by law. A copy of the complete ordinance is available for your inspection at the Groveland Township Office, 4695 Grange Hall Road, Holly, MI 48442 during regular business hours.
Publish in The Citizen 10-15-11

LEGAL NOTICE
GROVELAND TOWNSHIP RESIDENTS
OFFICIAL NOTICE
Ordinance #183
ADD ARTICLE VIII:
DUMPING AND ANTI-LITTERING
At a regular meeting of the Groveland Township Board, held on Tuesday, October 11, 2011, the following codified Ordinance was approved by a vote of 5-0.
The amendment would add Article III – Dumping and Anti-Littering. Sec. 15-521 General regulations; Sec. 15-522 Definitions; Sec. 15-523 Littering prohibited; Sec. 15-524 Presumptions, and; Sec. 12-23 Violation, misdemeanor.
This ordinance will become effective thirty (30) days after its adoption and publication as required by law. A copy of the complete ordinance is available for your inspection at the Groveland Township Office, 4695 Grange Hall Road, Holly, MI 48442 during regular business hours.
Publish in The Citizen 10-15-11

ATTENTION
GROVELAND TOWNSHIP RESIDENTS
Groveland Township residents may apply for a refund of the non-resident portion ONLY of Brandon Recreation Department sports activities if they meet the following guidelines:
Single person without qualifying child must make $12,590/year or less
Married couple without qualifying child must make $14,590/year or less
Single person with 1 qualifying child must make $33,241/year or less
Married couple with 1 qualifying child must make $35,241/year or less
Single person with 2 or more qualifying children must make $37,783/year or less
Married couple with 2 or more qualifying children must make $39,783/year or less
Residents may apply at the Groveland Township Office, 4695 Grange Hall Road, Holly, MI 48442 or call (248) 634-4152 during regular business hours.
Publish in The Citizen 03/22/08

Synopsis
Groveland Twp. Board 10-I1-2011
Call To Order & Roll Call
Approved: Consent Agenda
Budget Amendment, Accts Payable
September 11, 2011
Add to Agenda: Discuss 2011 Public Service & Dead Tree in Mt. Olive Cemetery
CDBG Public Hearing For 2012 Application $14,172
Approved 2011 Public Service Contract Neighbor to Neighbor
OLD BUSINESS
Approved Paid Holiday Revision for Twp. and Fire Dept. Personnel
NEW BUSINESS
Approved Accepting Credit Cards
Tabled Ameriscan Til November 2011 Mtg.
Approved Supporting MTA Concerning Consumers Energy
Approved Ordinancee #182 & 183
Approved Appointing Megan Dugan to Holly Youth Assistance
Approved Arbor View Bid to Remove Tree in Mt. Olive Cemetery
FIRE BOARD: No Action Required
Patti Bach
Recording Secretary
Publish in The Citizen 10-22-11

Synopsis
Groveland Township Board
March 10, 2008
Call To Order
Roll Call: Depalma, Scramlin, Howell, Mazich And Ax
Consent Agenda: Approved Consent Agenda
Approved Accounts Payable, Financials And Budget Amendments
Public Hearing 2008-2009 Budget
Approved Appropriations Act 2005-2009
Approved Banks To Be Used 2008-2009
Approved Newspapers For 2008 -2009 Publication
Approved Northwest Oakland County Fire Collaboration Resolution
Discussed Attendance M.t.a.o.c.c. Quarterly Meeting
Approved 2008-2009 Lawn Maintenance Contract
Miscellaneous
Presentation By Clerk Ruth Johnson To The Board And Fire Chief Mcgee
Depalma Reported Installation Of A Traffic Sign At The Nw Corner Of Grange Hall & Dixie Stating No Turn On Red
Approved Purchase Of 2 Weather Monitors, 1 For Each Fire Station
Board Reports:
Howell Reported The Youth Assistance Recognition Evening Was Very, Very Nice.
Mazich Informed The Board Of An Election Being Held For Goodrich Schools In May
Public Comment:
Adjournment
Fire Board Meeting Immediately Followed Township Board Meeting
Patti Back
Recording Secretary
Publish In The Citizen 03/15/0

GROVELAND TOWNSHIP RESIDENTS
PUBLIC ACCURACY TEST
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a Public Accuracy Test for the SCHOOL DISTRIC ELECTION, Tuesday, November 8, 2011 has been scheduled for WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 2011 @ 10:00 a.m. to be conducted at the Groveland Township Office, 4695 Grange Hall Road, Holly, MI.
The Public Accuracy Test is conducted to determine that the electronic equipment used to conduct and tabulate the results of the election counts the votes in the manner prescribed by law.
Pamela Mazich, Clerk
Groveland Township
4695 Grange Hall Rd.
Holly, MI 48442
Publish in The Citizen 10-29-11 248-6344152

NOTICE OF SCHOOL ELECTION ? NOVEMBER 8, 2011
IN GROVELAND TOWNSHIP
To the Qualified Electors:
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a School election will be held in
GROVELAND TOWNSHIP
County of Oakland, State of Michigan
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 8, 2011
THE POLLS will be open
7: o’clock a.m. until 8 o’clock p.m.
ALL POLLING PLACES ARE HANDICAP ACCESSABLE
BRAILLE AND AUDIO VOTING
INSTRUCTIONS ARE AVAILABLE
AT THE POLLING PLACES LISTED BELOW:
Precinct 1 ? Main Floor, Groveland Township Office (4695 Grange Hall Rd.)
Precinct 3 ? Groveland Fire Station No. 2
(3085 Grange Hall Rd.)
FOR THE PURPOSE OF ELECTING CANDIDATES FOR THE OFFICE OF:
Board Member Brandon School District
ABSENT VOTER BALLOTS MAY BE OBTAINED FROM:
PAMELA MAZICH, CLERK
GROVELAND TOWNSHIP
4695 GRANGE HALL RD.
HOLLY, MI 48442
248-634-4152
clerk@grovelandtownship.net
Publish in The Citizen 10-29-11

NOTICE
CDBG REPROGRAMMING REQUEST 2011 FUNDING
Notice is hereby given to the residents of Groveland Township that a public hearing will be held on Monday, November 14, 2011 @ 4695 Grange Hall Rd., Holly, MI 48442. The purpose of the hearing is to reprogram 2011 CDBG funds for the following:
Existing (FROM):
Account Number Activity Description Amount
730733 Fire Station Equipment $3,000.00
730789 General Program $1,000.00
Administration
Proposed (TO):
Account Number Activity Description Amount
731619 Remove Architectural $4,000.00
Barriers
Change Description To: Retrofit existing township hall entry doors to meet ADA requirement for person(s) conducting business at the township office with a wireless handicap door opener with (2 buttons / continuous hinge).
The Township board meeting room is handicap accessible. Arrangements to reasonable accommodate special needs will be made upon receiving 72-hour advance notice
Pam Mazich, Clerk 248-634-4152 or by e-mail clerk@grovelandtownship.net
Publish in The Citizen 11-05-11

NOTICE
TO THE TAXPAYERS AND PROPERTY
OWNERS OF GROVELAND TOWNSHIP
2008 BOARD OF REVIEW MEETING
The Board of Review of the Township of Groveland will meet at the GROVELAND TOWNSHIP HALL, 4695 Grange Hall Road, Holly, Michigan, Lower Level, for the purpose of reviewing the assessment roll and hearing any objections thereof, at the following dates and time:
TUESDAY, March 4, 2008 6:00 P.M. TO 9:00 P.M.
MONDAY, March 10, 2008 9:00 A.M. TO 12:00 Noon
1:00 P.M. TO 5:00 P.M. and 6:00 P.M. TO 9:00 P.M.
WEDNESDAY, March 12, 2008 6:00 P.M. TO 8:00 P.M.
Additional days will be scheduled, if necessary, to give everyone an opportunity to appeal their assessment.
Property owners may file their protests by letter provided they are received at the Township Hall by March 10, 2008
For those wishing to protest in person, please schedule an appointment by calling:
OAKLAND COUNTY EQUALIZATION DIVISION
248-975-9611
If you have any questions regarding the above notice, please feel free to call GROVELAND TOWNSHIP OFFICE during regular business hours at (248) 634-4152.
Publish in The Citizen 2-16-08, 2-23-08, 3-1-08

LEGAL NOTICE
GROVELAND TOWNSHIP RESIDENTS
The regular meeting of the Groveland Township Board of Zoning Appeals will be held on Tuesday, March 11, 2008 at 7:00 p.m. at the Groveland Township Hall, 4695 Grange Hall Road, Holly, MI 48442. The purpose of the meeting is to hear the following appeal:
BZA 2008-01. ENTWOOD MANOR, SEC. 07. 02-07-301-003, 12444 DIXIE HIGHWAY, HOLLY. VARIANCE REQUEST TO MINIMUM REQUIRED SETBACK FOR SERVICE DRIVE FROM PROPERTY LINE ALONG LAHRING ROAD FRONTAGE.
Additional information is available at the Township Office during regular business hours. If you are unable to attend the meeting, your written comments are welcome at the Township Office prior to the night of the meeting.
Publish in The Citizen – 3-1-08

PUBLIC NOTICE
GROVELAND TOWNSHIP
ATTENTION RESIDENTS
TOWNSHIP OF GROVELAND
REGULAR MEETING
NOTICE OF BUDGET PUBLIC HEARING
The Groveland Township Board will hold a public hearing at the Regular Township Board meeting on the proposed general budget, fire budget and building department budget for fiscal year 2008-2009 at 4695 Grange Hall Road, Holly, MI 48442, Groveland Township Hall on Monday, March 10, 2008 at 7:00 p.m. A copy of the budget is available for public inspection at the Township Hall, 4695 Grange Hall Road, Holly, MI 48442.
* ‘THE PROPERTY TAX MILAGE RATE PROPOSED TO BE LEVIED TO SUPPORT THE PROPOSED BUDGET WILL BE A SUBJECT OF THIS HEARING. OPERATING BUDGET IS 1.0 MILLS AND FIRE BUDGET IS 3.5 MILLS.?
This notice is posted in compliance with PA42 of 1995, MCL 211.24e (2) (3) by complying with Section 16 of the Uniform Budgeting and Accounting Act (MCL 141.436).
The Groveland Township Board will provide necessary reasonable auxiliary aid and services, such as signers for the hearing impaired and audiotapes of printed materials being considered at the meeting, to individuals with disabilities at the meeting upon six days notice to the Groveland Township Clerk’s office.
Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the Groveland Township Clerk’s Office by writing or calling the following:
This notice is posted in compliance with PA267 of 1976 as amended (Open Meetings Act). MCLA 41.72a (2) (3) and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
Pamela Mazich, Clerk
4695 Grange Hall, Holly, MI 48442
246-634-4152
Fax: 248 634-1351
Publish in The Citizen – 3-1-08

NOTICE
CDBG REPROGRAMMING REQUEST
2011 FUNDING
Notice is hereby given to the residents of Groveland Township that a public hearing will be held on Monday, November 14, 2011 @ 4695 Grange Hall Rd., Holly, MI 48442. The purpose of the hearing is to reprogram 2011 CDBG funds for the following:
Existing (FROM):
Account Number Activity Description Amount
730733 Fire Station Equipment $3,000.00
730789 General Program $1,000.00
Administration
Proposed (TO):
Account Number Activity Description Amount
731619 Remove Architectural $4,000.00
Barriers
Change Description To: Retrofit existing township hall entry doors to meet ADA requirement for person(s) conducting business at the township office with a wireless handicap door opener with (2 buttons / continuous hinge).
The Township board meeting room is handicap accessible. Arrangements to reasonable accommodate special needs will be made upon receiving 72-hour advance notice
Pam Mazich, Clerk 248-634-4152 or by e-mail clerk@grovelandtownship.net
Publish in The Citizen 11-05-11

Synopsis
Groveland Twp. Board I1-14-2011
Call To Order & Roll Call
Approved: Consent Agenda
Budget Amendment, Accts Payable
October 11, 2011
Moved Agenda Item New Business A. Up To Public Hearings
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Approved Reprogramming of 2011 Funds
OLD BUSINESS
Approved Purchase of Ameriscan & Software
NEW BUSINESS
Approved Contract With Dragun Corp
Approved Medicare Health Ins.
Approved Purchase of Deputy Treasurer New Computer
Approved Attendance at NITA Holiday Party
Approved Resolution #152-11
Approved Resolution #153-11
FIRE BOARD:
Approved Re-Hire of 2 Personnel
Patti Back
Recording Secretary
Publish in The Citizen 11-19-11

NOTICE
TO THE TAXPAYERS AND PROPERTY
OWNERS OF GROVELAND TOWNSHIP
2008 BOARD OF REVIEW MEETING
The Board of Review of the Township of Groveland will meet at the GROVELAND TOWNSHIP HALL, 4695 Grange Hall Road, Holly, Michigan, Lower Level, for the purpose of reviewing the assessment roll and hearing any objections thereof, at the following dates and time:
TUESDAY, March 4, 2008 6:00 P.M. TO 9:00 P.M.
MONDAY, March 10, 2008 9:00 A.M. TO 12:00 Noon
1:00 P.M. TO 5:00 P.M. and 6:00 P.M. TO 9:00 P.M.
WEDNESDAY, March 12, 2008 6:00 P.M. TO 8:00 P.M.
Additional days will be scheduled, if necessary, to give everyone an opportunity to appeal their assessment.
Property owners may file their protests by letter provided they are received at the Township Hall by March 10, 2008
For those wishing to protest in person, please schedule an appointment by calling:
OAKLAND COUNTY EQUALIZATION DIVISION
248-975-9611
If you have any questions regarding the above notice, please feel free to call GROVELAND TOWNSHIP OFFICE during regular business hours at (248) 634-4152.
Publish in The Citizen 2-16-08, 2-23-08, 3-1-08

NOTICE
CDBG REPROGRAMMING REQUEST 2011 FUNDING
Notice is hereby given to the residents of Groveland Township that a public hearing will be held on Monday, December 12, 2011 a 4695 Grange Hall Rd., Holly, MI 48442, The purpose of the hearing is to reprogram 2011 CDBG funds for the following:
Existing (FROM):
Account Number Activity Description Amount
730733 Fire Station Equipment $4,420.00
Proposed (TO):
Account Number Activity Description Amount
731619 Remove Architectural $4,420,00
Barriers
Change Description To; Transfer fending from the purchase of equipment to Remove Architectural Barriers for the competition of two handicap restrooms at Fire Station #1, 14645 Dixie Highway, Holly MI 48442. The project is ongoing from PY 2009 & 2010 with grant funding being used to purchase restroom fixtures.
The Township board meeting room is handicap accessible, Arrangements to reasonable accommodate special needs will be made upon receiving 72-hour advance notice
Pam Mazich, Clerk Z48-634-4152 or by e-mail clerk@grovelandtownship.net
Publish in The Citizen 11-26-11

LEGAL NOTICE
GROVELAND TOWNSHIP
ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE #164
At a regular meeting of the Groveland Township Board, held on Monday, March 10, 2008, the following Codified Ordinance was approved by a vote of 4 to 0.
ORDINANCE #164 – Division
PD Planned Development Overlay District
Sec. 54.641 Location: The PD Planned Development Overlay District is designed to overlay conventional
zoning districts. The standards of this Division shall apply only to the following areas in Groveland Township
(1), (2), (3).
Sec. 54.642 Intent: (1) The PD Overlay District is Intended to permit the development of a mix of land use types on a large tract, or tracts, of contiguous land containing at least forty (40) contiguous acres that is under single or corporate ownership. Development shall be in accord with the goals and objectives of the Master Plan for Future Land Use for Groveland Township and the standards set forth herein: a– j., (2), (3), (4), a.-c., 1-7.
Sec. 54.643 Principles uses Permitted: In the PD District, no building or land shall be used and no building shall be erected except for one or more of the following specified uses, and only after review and recommendation by the Planning Commission to the Township Board approval: (1)-(4).
Section 54.644 Principal Uses Permitted Subject to Special Conditions: In the PD District the following uses may be permitted subject to the conditions imposed in this Division for such uses, and only after review and recommendation by the Planning Commission to the Township Board for approval: (1)-(5).
Section 54.645 Procedure for Application: An applicant or applicants interested in developing land using the PD District approach may do so, but only in strict accord with the following procedures: (1)-(4), a., 1.-6, b., 1-5, c., d. 1-6.
Section 54.646 Concept Plan Review Procedure: (1) Conceptual Plan: (2) Preliminary Site Plan: (3) Final Site Plan Approval: (4) Reclassification of the Development Site: (5) Annual progress review: (6) Procedural Flow Chart (7) Development Agreement; a.-h.; (8) Phased Development: (9) Site Plan Revisions: (10) Modifications to Application Procedure: (11) Modifications to the Review Process: (12) Variations: a.-f.; (13) Leadership In Energy end Environmental Design: a.-f. (14) Federal Energy Star Program: (15) Duration of Approval: (16) Termination of Approval:
Section 54.647 Mixed Use Developments Beyond Designated Areas: As noted in SEC. 54.641 in this Division, the primary Intent of the PD district is to encourage the establishment of mixed use developments on former mineral mining sites, and on land located within the proposed development corridor between Dixie Highway, I-75 and the west Township Limit Line.
Section 54.648 Required Conditions: Standards that shall apply to all development in the PD district are set forth in this section. (1) Minimum Land Area Requirement: (2) Development Boundary: (3) Mixing Land Use: (4) Land Use Alternative: (5) Compliance: (B) Distance Between Buildings: (7) Multiple Dwelling Densities: (8) Dwelling Units in the Upper Floors of Nonresidential Buildings: 1.-3. (9) Location of Buildings: (10) Off Street Parking: (11) Roads and Streets: (12) Business Establishments: (13) Building Height: (14) Development Next to Waterways or Shorelines: (15) Business Servicing and Processing: (16) Parking of Commercial Vehicles: (17) Disabled Vehicles: (18) Abutting Land Use: (19) Peripheral Site Screening: (20) Cost Estimates and Sureties.
This ordinance shall become effective thirty (30) days after its adoption and publication as required by law. Copies of the complete ordinance is available for your inspection at the Groveland Township Office, 4695 Grange Hall Road, Holly, MI during regular business hours.
Publish in The Citizen 2-16-08

Synopsis
Groveland Township Board
February 11, 2008
Call To Order
Roll Call: Depalma, Scramlin, Howell, Mazich And Ax Excused.
Consent Agenda: Approved Consent Agenda
Approved Accounts Payable Financials
Approved January 11 & Special Budget Mtg Minutes
Discussed Comcast Franchise
Approved Adam Hirsch Cable Channel Contract
Approved Donation To The Traffic Improvement Association
Approved Participation In Brownfield 2008 Presentation
Adopted Pd Planned Overlay District
Consolidation Fire Department Study February 26th, 7pm, Springfield Twp. Hall
Approved New Guidelines For Tax Appeal Board
Approved Resolution No Reason Absentee Voting
Approved To Discontinue Annual Funding To Brandon Recreation
Miscellaneous:
Approved Extended Tax Interest Rate For Seniors Granted Deferrements Thru Febuary 29, 2008
Youth Assistance Annual Dinner March 6, 2008
Board Reports:
Public Comment
Adjournment
Fire Board Meeting Will Immediately Follow Township Board Meeting
Patti Back
Recording Secretary
Publish In The Citizen 2-1

NOTICE
TO THE TAXPAYERS AND PROPERTY
OWNERS OF GROVELAND TOWNSHIP
2008 BOARD OF REVIEW MEETING
The Board of Review of the Township of Groveland will meet at the GROVELAND TOWNSHIP HALL, 4695 Grange Hall Road, Holly, Michigan, Lower Level, for the purpose of reviewing the assessment roll and hearing any objections thereof, at the following dates and time:
TUESDAY, March 4, 2008 6:00 P.M. TO 9:00 P.M.
MONDAY, March 10, 2008 9:00 A.M. TO 12:00 Noon
1:00 P.M. TO 5:00 P.M. and 6:00 P.M. TO 9:00 P.M.
WEDNESDAY, March 12, 2008 6:00 P.M. TO 8:00 P.M.
Additional days will be scheduled, if necessary, to give everyone an opportunity to appeal their assessment.
Property owners may file their protests by letter provided they are received at the Township Hall by March 10, 2008
For those wishing to protest in person, please schedule an appointment by calling:
OAKLAND COUNTY EQUALIZATION DIVISION
248-975-9611
If you have any questions regarding the above notice, please feel free to call GROVELAND TOWNSHIP OFFICE during regular business hours at (248) 634-4152.
Publish in The Citizen 2-16-08, 2-23-08, 3-1-08

LEGAL NOTICE
GROVELAND TOWNSHIP
ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE #160 AND #165
At a regular meeting of the Groveland Township Board, held on Monday, September 11, 2006 and January 14, 2008 at 7:00 p.m., respectively, the following Codified Ordinances were approved by a vote of 5-0 and 4 to 0.
ORDINANCE # 160
ORDINANCE AMENDING #156
SITE PLAN PROCEDURES
AND FEE SCHEDULE
1. REZONING REQUESTS
.1 RESIDENTIAL
Review Fee $500.00 per parcel
Administrative Fee $250.00 (non-refundable)
Total $750.00
.2 NONRESIDENTIAL
Review Fee $ 750.00 per parcel
Administrative Fee $ 250.00 (non-refundable)
Total $1,000.00
2. LAND DIVISIONS and/or COMBINATIONS
.1 RESIDENTIAL
2 to 4 divisions and/or combinations
Administrative Fee $250.00 (non-refundable)
+ $100.00 per parcel
5 or more divisions and/or combinations
Administrative Fee $250.00 (non-refundable)
+ $150.00 per parcel
.2 NONRESIDENTIAL
2 to 4 divisions and/or combinations
Administrative Fee $250.00 (non-refundable)
+ $100.00 per parcel
5 or more divisions and/or combinations
Administrative Fee $250.00 (non-refundable)
+ $150.00 per parcel
3. PRE-APPLICATION MEETING
A pre-application meeting shall be held with the applicant, their engineer/designer, Township Supervisor, Planner and the Township Planning & Zoning Administrator. The pre-application meeting will be held before any formal review of any application. A pre-application meeting will be held for any of the following applications.
1. Land Divisions/Land Combinations involving more than four divisions.
2. Any site plan requiring Planning Commission review and approval.
3. Any development that due to its peculiar complexity, or history and administration deems necessary, or appropriate to discuss, before the formal review process is commenced.
Review Fee $500.00
Administrative Fee $250.00 (non-refundable)
Total $750.00
After all conditions outlined at the pre-application meeting have been met, the applicant’s request will be scheduled for review and action by the Township Planning Commission. The Preliminary Site Plan must include all information required by ordinance for a site plan, including applicable engineering requirements, exterior building wall elevation drawings, and a preliminary landscape planting plan.

4. SUBDIVISION PLATS and/or SITE PLANS
PRELIMINARY SITE PLAN
.1 RESIDENTIAL
(Subdivision Plat or Subdivision Site Condominium Developments)
Containing 2 to 4 lots or home sites
Application Review Fee $4,500.00
Administrative Fee $ 500.00 (non-refundable)
Total $5,000.00
Containing 5 or more lots or home sites
Application Review Fee $7,000.00
Administrative Fee $ 500.00 (non-refundable)
Total $7,500.00
(Multiple Family Developments)
Application Review Fee $8,500.00
Administrative Fee 500.00 (non-refundable)
Total $9,000.00
.2 NON-RESIDENTIAL
NON-CENTER COMMERCIAL
B-1,2,3 & OS-1
One building on one parcel
Application Review Fee $4,500.00
Administrative Fee $ 500.00 (non-refundable)
Total $5,000.00
CENTER COMMERCIAL
B-1,2,3 & OS-1
One building on one parcel.
Application Review Fee $4,500.00
Administrative Fee $ 500.00 (non-refundable)
Total $5,000.00
CENTER COMMERCIAL
B-1,2,3 & OS-1
More than one building on one parcel
Application Review Fee $7,500.00
Administrative Fee $ 500.00 (non-refundable)
Total $8,000.00
COMMERCIAL INDUSTRIAL & TECHNICAL RESEARCH
I-1, I-2 & TR
One building on one parcel
Application Review Fee $4,500.00
Administrative Fee $ 500.00 (non-refundable)
Total $5,000.00
COMMERCIAL INDUSTRIAL & TECHNICAL RESEARCH
I-1, I-2 & TR
More than one building on one parcel
Application Review Fee $7,500.00
Administrative Fee $500.00 (non-refundable)
Total $8,000.00
VACANT – RE-OCCUPIED
(ALL COMMERCIAL ZONING DISTRICTS)
Partial Site Plan – Administrative Review
Application Review Fee $2,000.00
Administrative Fee $ 500.00
Total $2,500.00
5. ENGINEERING / CONSTRUCTION PLAN APPROVAL
Submit plans to engineer BEFORE final approval is requested. Copies of ALL applicable permits (RCOC) (OCDC) (MDEQ) etc; must be submitted before the applicant’s plans may be scheduled for final site plan review and action by the Planning Commission.
Review Fee $2,000.00
Administrative Fee $ 500.00 (non-refundable)
Total $2,500.00
6. FINAL SITE PLAN APPROVAL
The final site plan shall be a mirror reflection of the approved Preliminary Site Plan. Any changes to the final site plan that are deemed by the Township Administration to contain significant enough changes to the approved preliminary site plan shall be returned to the Township for Final Site Plan Approval by the Planning Commission
7. PRE-CONSTRUCTION MEETING
All applicable township and Applicant representatives shall attend. All permits (RCOC) (OCDC) (MDEQ) etc; MUST BE IN HAND. Engineering inspection fees will be set, if applicable. Bond amount will be set for construction inspection(s) and must be paid prior to start of construction.
Fee: $1,000.00
8. START CONSTRUCTION
Application to the Township Building Department may be made after ALL final approvals including Final Site Plan Approval and all applicable ordinance requirements have been met.
9. MINING REVIEW FEES
Mining Permit Fee $4,500.00
Administrative Fee $ 500.00 (non-refundable)
Total: $5,000.00
ORDINANCE #165
AMENDMENT TO CHAPTER 18-3
FEE SCHEDULE
d. Building permit administrative fee (nonrefundable):
Single family residential 300.00
Additions, alterations,
accessory structures 100.00
Multiples, per unit 100.00
Additions, alterations,
accessory structures 100.00
Commercial & Industrial:
New construction 1,000 – 500,000 500.00
501,000 – plus 1,000.00 Individual tenant space 500.00
Additions & Alterations, etc: Cost 1,000 – 10,000 250.00
10,001 – 250,000 500.00
251,000 – 500,000 750.00
501,000 – plus 1,000.00
All other nonresidential structures in residential zones (church, hospital, school, etc.)
Additions & Alterations, etc. Cost
1,000 – 10,000 250.00
10,001 – 250,000 500.00
251,000 – 500,000 750.00
501,000 – plus 1,000.00
COMMERCIAL & INDUSTRIAL – BOND REQUIRED
(refunded after CERTIFICATE OF OCCUPANCY)
1,000 – 500,000 500.00
501,000 – plus 1,000.00
All electrical, mechanical and plumbing permits shall be issued by the township. Failure to have all inspections, residential and commercial, within one year forfeits the issuance of a certificate of occupancy. Commercial permits will forfeit certificate of occupancy and performance bond. Nonresidential and miscellaneous structures must be completed within six months.
These ordinances shall become effetive thirty (30) days after their adoption and publication as required by law. Copies of the complete ordinances are available for your inspection at the Groveland Township Office, 4695 Grange Hall Road, Holly, MI during regular business hours.
Publish in The Citizen 2/9/08

Synopsis
Groveland Twp. Board 12-12-2011
Call To Order & Roll Call
Approved: Consent Agenda
Budget Amendment, Accts Payable
November 14, 2011
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Approved Reprogramming of 2011 CDBG Funds
NEW BUSINESS
Approved Drug Free Workplace
Approved 2012 No-Haz Contract
Approved Purchase of Bill Board Informational CD
Approved Attendance Back & Lozier Election Accredidation
FIRE BOARD:
Approved Purchase of Trailer
Approved Nicholson Employment Status
Patti Back
Recording Secretary
Publish in The Citizen 12-17-11

LEGAL NOTICE
GROVELAND TOWNSHIP RESIDENTS
OFFICIAL NOTICE
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING TO MODIFY THE RE/F ZONING DISTRICT; AMENDING SEC. 54-113.
Principal agricultural uses permitted
A Public Hearing will be held on Tuesday, January 24, 2012 at 7:00 p.m. at the Groveland Township Hall, 4695 Grange Hall Road, Holly, MI 48442 for the purpose of hearing all persons interested in the proposed amendment. The amendment, if adopted by the Groveland Township Board, would revise the Groveland Township Codified Ordinances as follows:
The amendment would modify the RE/F Zoning District; amending Sec. 54-113. Principal agricultural uses permitted.
Proposed language for the amendment is available at the Township Office during regular business hours. If you are unable to attend the meeting your written comments are welcome prior to the night of the meeting, or you can telephone (248) 634-4152.
Publish in The Citizen 12-31-11 – 1/21/12

Synopsis Groveland Twp. Board 01-09-2012
Call To Order & Roll Call
Approved: Consent Agenda
Budget Amendment, Accts Payable
December 12, 2011
Presentation: Groveland Twp. Fire Dept.
CAAS Presentation
NEW BUSINESS
Approved Reappointment of Ed Thompson to BZA
No Action Building Dept Education Reimbursement
Approved The Monday Following Easter Is Not A Day Off
RESOLUTIONS:
Approved 2012 Open Meetings Act
Approved Poverty Exemption Policy
Approved Board of Review Letter of Protest
FIRE BOARD:
Approved 3 New Hires
Approved Donating Old Fire Gear Out of The Country
Patti Back
Recording Secretary

SYNOPSIS
GROVELAND TOWNSHIP BOARD
January 14, 2008
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL: DePALMA, SCRAMLIN, HOWELL, MAZICH and ax excused.
CONSENT AGENDA: APPROVED CONSENT AGENDA
APPROVED ACCOUNTS PAYABLE financials
APPROVED december 10, 2007 minutes an december 19, 2007
APPROVED amendment has-employee health funding
approved mers resolution-opeb funding
approved resolution for existing cable channel locations and re-appointed coxon, mason, sheridan to planning commission
re-appointed krupka, mason to board of review
approved holly and brandon schools summer tax
approved proposal to reconstruct brandt rd at grange hall rd
approved amendment to commercial building fees
set 2008-2009 budget workshop meetings for january 29 and january 30, 2008
MISCELLANEOUS:
discussed brandon recreation survey
BOARD REPORTS:
PUBLIC COMMENT
ADJOURNMENT
FIRE BOARD MEETING WILL IMMEDIATELY FOLLOW TOWNSHIP BOARD MEETING
PATTI BACK
RECORDING SECRETARY
Publish in The Citizen 1-19-08

GROVELAND TOWNSHIP RESIDENTS
LEGAL NOTICE
A Public Hearing will be held on Tuesday, January 22, 2008 at 7:00 p.m. at the Groveland Township Hall, 4695 Grange Hall Road, Holly, MI 48442 for the purpose of hearing all persons interested in the proposed PD Planned Development District.
Section 54.641 Location: Any former mineral mining site no longer being actively mined; property lying between the I-75 freeway corridor, the west Township Corporate Limit Line and Dixie Highway; and a site approved by the Township Board as set forth in Sec. 65.647, in this division.
Section 54.642 Intent: A PD Overlay District is intended to permit the development of a large tract, or tracts, of contiguous land containing at least forty (40) contiguous acres that is under single or corporate ownership. Development shall be in accord with the goals and objective of the Master Plan for Future Land Use for Groveland Township.
Proposed language for the PD Planned Development District is available at the Township Office during regular business hours. If you are unable to attend the meeting your written comments are welcome prior to the night of the meeting, or you can telephone (248) 634-4152.
Publish in The Citizen 12/29/07 & 1/19/08

GROVELAND TOWNSHIP
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
OPEN MEETINGS ACT RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, the By-Laws of the Groveland Township Board of Trustees provide for the scheduling of the regular Township Board Meetings for the second Monday of each month; and
WHEREAS, the State of Michigan has enacted the Open Meetings Act, which requires the specific designation of the dates, time and places of all regular meetings of the Groveland Township Board, and
WHEREAS it is the desire of the Groveland Township Board to conduct all of its business in an open forum, in compliance with said act; and
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Groveland Township Board of Trustees will hold its regular meeting on the second Monday of every month of the calendar year, beginning, January 9, 2012 and ending on December 10, 2012.
The following are dates of the regularly scheduled meeting that will begin at 7:00 p.m. and will be held at the Township Hall, 4695 Grange Hall Road, Holly, MI 48442:
January 9, 2012 July 9, 2012
February 13, 2012 August 13, 2012
March 12, 2012 September 10, 2012
April 9, 2012 October 9, 2012
May 14, 2012 November 13, 2012
June 11. 2012 December 10, 2012
AND, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a copy of this Notice of Meeting Dates will be published in the Citizen and Tri-County Times newspapers and posted at the Township Hall.
MOTION MADE BY: Mazich SECONDED BY: Ax
YES: 4
ABSENT: 1
Pamela Mazich, Township Clerk
This notice is posted in compliance with PA 267 of 1976 as amended (Open Meetings Act), MCLA 41.72A(S)(3) and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
Publish in The Citizen 1-21-12

Notice Of
Close Of Registration For Presidential Primary To Be Held On Tuesday, February 28, 2012 In
Groveland Township
To The Qualified Electors Of The Township Of Groveland, County Of Oakland, State Of Michigan:
Notice Is Herby Given That The Groveland Township Office At 4695 Grange Hall Rd., Holly Will Be Open:
Monday, January 30, 2012
From 9:00 A.m. ? 4:00 P.m.
Last Dat To Register
For The Purpose Of Receiving Applications For The Registration Of The Qualified Electors In Said Township Not Already Registered.
The February 28, 2012 Primary Election Will Be Conducted In All Voting Precincts Of Groveland Township. For The Purpose Of Selecting Party Candidates For The Office Of:
President Of The United States
Absent Voter Ballots May Be Obtained From:
Pamela Mazich, Clerk
Groveland Township Office
4695 Grange Hall Rd.
Holly, Mi 48442
248-634-4152
Clerk@Grovelandtownship.net
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LEGAL NOTICE
GROVELAND TOWNSHIP RESIDENTS
OFFICIAL NOTICE
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING TO MODIFY THE RE/F ZONING DISTRICT; AMENDING SEC. 54-113.
Principal agricultural uses permitted
A Public Hearing will be held on Tuesday, January24, 2012 at 7:00 p.m. at the Groveland Township Hall,4695 Grange Hall Road, Holly, MI 48442 for the pur-pose of hearing all persons interested in the proposedamendment. The amendment, if adopted by theGroveland Township Board, would revise the Groveland Township Codified Ordinances as follows:
The amendment would modify the RE/F Zoning Dis-trict; amending Sec. 54-113. Principal agricultural usespermitted.
Proposed language for the amendment is avail-able at the Township Office during regular businesshours. If you are unable to attend the meeting yourwritten comments are welcome prior to the night of themeeting, or you can telephone (248) 634-4152.
Publish in The Citizen 12-31-11 – 1-21-12

LEGAL NOTICE
GROVELAND TOWNSHIP RESIDENTS
REGULAR MEETING
A meeting of the Groveland Township Board of Zoning Appeals will be held on Tuesday, February 7, 2012, at 7:00 p.m. at the Groveland Township Hall, 4695 Grange Hall Road, Holly, MI 48442. The purpose of the meeting is to hear the following:
BZA 2012-001, CHARLES PHYLE, SEC. 29. 02-29-101-010 & 011, 15100 DIXIE HWY., HOLLY. REQUEST TO PERMIT 15 BY 19 FOOT LOADING ZONE IN SIDE YARD.
Additional information is available at the Township Office during regular business hours. If you are unable to attend the meeting, your written comments are welcome at the Township Office prior to the night of the meeting.
Publish in The Citizen 1-28-12

groveland township residents
public accuracy test
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a Public Accuracy Test for the Presidential Primary on Tuesday, February 28, 2012 has been scheduled for WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 8, 2012 at 10:00 a.m. to be conducted at the Groveland Township Office, 4695 Grange Hall Road, Holly, MI.
The Public Accuracy Test is conducted to determine that the electronic equipment used to conduct and tabulate the results of the election counts the votes in the manner prescribed by law.
Pamela Mazich, Clerk
Groveland Township
4695 Grange Hall Rd.
Holly, MI 48442
248-634-4152
Publish in The Citizen 2-4-12

NOTICE OF PRIMARY ELECTION – FEBRUARY 28, 2012
IN
GROVELAND TOWNSHIP
To the Qualified electors:
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a Presidential Primary Election will be held in:
GROVELAND TOWNSHIP
County of Oakland, State of Michigan
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 28, 2012
THE POLLS will be open
7 o’clock a.m. until 8 o’clock p.m.
ALL POLLING PLACES
ARE HANDICAP ACCESSIBLE
BRAILLE AND AUDIO VERSIONS OF VOTING INSTRUCTIONS ARE AVAILABLE AT THE POLLING PLACES LISTED BELOW:
Precinct 1 – Groveland Township Offices
(4695 Grange Hall Rd.)
Precinct 2 – Groveland Fire Station No. 1
(14645 Dixie Hwy., Training Center)
Precinct 3 – Groveland Fire Station No. 2
(3085 Grange Hall Road)
FOR THE PURPOSE OF SELECTING CANDIDATES
FOR THE FOLLOWING OFFICE:
President of the United States
ABSENT VOTER BALLOTS MAY BE OBTAINED FROM:
pamela mazich, clerk
groveland township office
4695 grange hall rd.
holly, mi 48462
248-634-4152
clerk@grovelandtownship.net
Publish in The Citizen 2-11-12

GROVELAND TOWNSHIP RESIDENTS
LEGAL NOTICE
A Public Hearing will be held on Tuesday, January 22, 2008 at 7:00 p.m. at the Groveland Township Hall, 4695 Grange Hall Road, Holly, MI 48442 for the purpose of hearing all persons interested in the proposed PD Planned Development District.
Section 54.641 Location: Any former mineral mining site no longer being actively mined; property lying between the I-75 freeway corridor, the west Township Corporate Limit Line and Dixie Highway; and a site approved by the Township Board as set forth in Sec. 65.647, in this division.
Section 54.642 Intent: A PD Overlay District is intended to permit the development of a large tract, or tracts, of contiguous land containing at least forty (40) contiguous acres that is under single or corporate ownership. Development shall be in accord with the goals and objective of the Master Plan for Future Land Use for Groveland Township.
Proposed language for the PD Planned Development District is available at the Township Office during regular business hours. If you are unable to attend the meeting your written comments are welcome prior to the night of the meeting, or you can telephone (248) 634-4152.
Publish in The Citizen 12/29/07 & 1/19/08

NOTICE
TO THE TAXPAYERS AND PROPERTY
OWNERS OF GROVELAND TOWNSHIP
2012 BOARD OF REVIEW MEETING

The Board of Review of the Township of Groveland will meet at the GROVELAND TOWNSHIP HALL, 4695 Grange Hall Road, Holly, Michigan, Upper Level, for the purpose of reviewing the assessment roll and hearing any objections thereof, at the following dates and time:
Tuesday, March 6, 2012 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Monday, March 12, 2012 1:00 PM to 4:30 PM
6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Wednesday, March 14, 2012 1:00 PM to 4:30PM
6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Additional days will be scheduled, if necessary, to give everyone an opportunity to
appeal their assessment.

Property owners may file their protests by letter provided they are received at the Township Hall by Monday March 7, 2011.

For those wishing to protest in person, please schedule an appointment by calling:
OAKLAND COUNTY EQUALZATION DIVISION
248-975-9611
If you have any questions regarding the above notice, please feel free to call
GROVELAND TOWNSHIP OFFICE during regular business hours at (248)634-4152.
ROBERT DEPALMA, SUPERVISOR
Groveland Township
Publish in The Citizen 2-18, 2-25, 3-3-12

GROVELAND TOWNSHIP RESIDENTS
LEGAL NOTICE
A Public Hearing will be held on Tuesday, January 22, 2008 at 7:00 p.m. at the Groveland Township Hall, 4695 Grange Hall Road, Holly, MI 48442 for the purpose of hearing all persons interested in the proposed PD Planned Development District.
Section 54.641 Location: Any former mineral mining site no longer being actively mined; property lying between the I-75 freeway corridor, the west Township Corporate Limit Line and Dixie Highway; and a site approved by the Township Board as set forth in Sec. 65.647, in this division.
Section 54.642 Intent: A PD Overlay District is intended to permit the development of a large tract, or tracts, of contiguous land containing at least forty (40) contiguous acres that is under single or corporate ownership. Development shall be in accord with the goals and objective of the Master Plan for Future Land Use for Groveland Township.
Proposed language for the PD Planned Development District is available at the Township Office during regular business hours. If you are unable to attend the meeting your written comments are welcome prior to the night of the meeting, or you can telephone (248) 634-4152.
Publish in The Citizen 12/29/07 & 1/19/08

PUBLIC NOTICE
ATTENTION RESIDENTS MARCH 12, 2012 Hearing for Proposed Liquor License
The Groveland Township Board will hold a public hearing at the regular Township Board of Trustees meeting on the proposed Liquor License for the RiverRock Bar and Grill going in on Dixie Highway, at the Township Hall, 4695 Grange Hall Road, Holly, MI 48442 on March 12, 2012 at 7:00 p.m. A copy of the application is available for public inspection at the township office or by contacting the clerk.
The Groveland Township Board will provide necessary reasonable auxiliary aid and services, such as signers for the hearing impaired and audiotapes of printed materials being considered at the meeting, to individuals with disabilities upon six (6) days notice to the Clerk’s office by writing or calling to the address and phone number listed in this notice.
This notice is posted in compliance with PA42 of 1995, MCL 211.24e (2) (3) by complying with Section 16 of the Uniform Budgeting and Accounting Act (MCL 141.436), MCL and Americans with Disabilities (ADA).
Pamela Mazich, Clerk
4695 Grange Hall Road, Holly, MI 48442
248-634-4152
clerk@grovelandtownship.com
Publish in The Citizen 2-25-12

NOTICE
TO THE TAXPAYERS AND PROPERTY
OWNERS OF GROVELAND TOWNSHIP
2012 BOARD OF REVIEW MEETING
The Board of Review of the Township of Groveland will meet at the GROVELAND TOWNSHIP HALL, 4695 Grange Hall Road, Holly, Michigan, Upper Level, for the purpose of reviewing the assessment roll and hearing any objections thereof, at the following dates and time:
Tuesday, March 6, 2012 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Monday, March 12, 2012 1:00 PM to 4:30 PM
6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Wednesday, March 14, 2012 1:00 PM to 4:30PM
6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Additional days will be scheduled, if necessary, to give everyone an opportunity to appeal their assessment.
Property owners may file their protests by letter provided they are received at the Township Hall by Monday March 7, 2012.
For those wishing to protest in person, please schedule an appointment by calling:
OAKLAND COUNTY EQUALZATION DIVISION
248-975-9611
If you have any questions regarding the above notice, please feel free to call
GROVELAND TOWNSHIP OFFICE during regular business hours at (248)634-4152.
ROBERT DEPALMA, SUPERVISOR
Groveland Township
Publish in The Citizen 2-18, 2-25, 3-3-12

LEGAL NOTICE
GROVELAND TOWNSHIP RESIDENTS
OFFICIAL NOTICE
ORDINANCE #185 NEW LANGUAGE 54-113 PRINCIPLE AGRICULTURAL USES PERMITTED
At a regular meeting of the Groveland Township Board, held on Monday, February 13, 2012, the following codified Ordinance was approved by a vote of 5-0.
The new language reads: The following uses shall be permitted subject to the conditions hereinafter imposed for each use and subject further to review anti approval by a township official designated to do so by the township board:
(1) Agriculture, when such operations occur on land containing at Least ten contiguous acres, under single ownership, and designated as such by the Oakland County Equalization Department based on the Michigan State Tax Commission Property Classification guidelines. When agricultural property contains any accessory buildings and structures, a residential dwelling shall be located on the same parcel anti shall be permanently occupied by the owner farmer, or farm manager or tenant. No agricultural operation shall be operated as a feed lot or for the disposal of garbage, rubbish offal or rendering plants or for the slaughtering of animals except such animals raised on the premises for the use and consumption by those persons residing on the premises.
(2) Building and structures customarily incident to the above permitted uses and requirements.
This ordinance will become effective thirty (30) days after its adoption and publication as required by law. A copy of the complete ordinance is available for your inspection at the Groveland Township Office, 4695 Grange Hall Road, Holly, MI 48442 during business hours.
Publish in The Citizen 2-25-1

Synopsis
Groveland Twp. Board 02-13-2012
Call To Order & Roll Call
Approved: Consent Agenda
Budget Amendment, Accts Payable
January 09, 2012
NEW BUSINESS
Approved Jim Christopher to Planning Commission
Approved Dale Cason to Zoning Board
Approved Agricultural Ordinance Amendment
Approved 2012 Tri-Party Funding
Approved Sharing Building Inspector with Village of Holly
Approved Deputy Treasurer Attendance MMTA Institute
Approved Attending Oakland County Chapter MTA Quarterly Luncheon
Approved Lighting Upgrade & Basement Shelving
RESOLUTIONS:
Approved Resolution to Allow Local Residents to Protest in Writing to Board of Review
FIRE BOARD:
No Business
Patti Back
Recording Secretary
Publish in The Citizen 2-25-12

Synopsis
Groveland Township Board
December 10, 2007
Call To Order 7 Pm
Roll Call: Depalma, Scramlin, Howell, Mazich And Ax-excused?
Consent Agenda: Approved Consent Agenda With Amendments To Minutes
Approved Accounts Payable, Financials
Discussed Road Commission Cram Survey
Approved No Haz Interlocal Agreement
Approved Interlocal Agreement For Ballot And Layout Coding
The Board Supported Clerk Mazich Maintaining A Permanent Absent Voter List
Approved B-2 Zoning Amendment
Approved Leon Serling Rezoning From Re/F To B-3
Discussed Letter To Be Sent To Brandon Twp, & Brandon School Board Regarding The Brandon Library
Set A Work Session To Discuss Brandon Recreation
Misc:
Lt. Jamie Barach Was Commended For Her Hard Work.
Insurance Premium Reduction For Having Class 4 Iso
Board Reports:
Public Comment:
Adjournment 7:36 Pm
Fire Board Meeting Will Immediately Follow Township Board Meeting
Patti Back
Recording Secretary
Publish In The Citizen 1

LEGAL NOTICE
ORDINANCE #186
GROVELAND TOWNSHIP RESIDENTS
OFFICIAL NOTICE
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING REVISION TO PLANNED DEVELOPMENT (PD) OVERLAY DISTRICT ADD (5) I-1 LIGHT INDUSTRIAL DISTRICT TO SEC. 54-643.
A Public Hearing will be held on Tuesday, March 27, 2012 at 7:00 p.m. at the Groveland Township Hall, 4695 Grange Hall Road, Holly, MI 48442 for the purpose of hearing all persons interested in the proposed amendment. The amendment, if adopted by the Groveland Township Board, would revise the Groveland Township Codified Ordinances as follows:
The amendment would revise Planned Development (PD) overlay district; add (5) any principal permitted use in I-1 Light Industrial District to Sec. 54-643.
Proposed language for the amendment is available at the Township Office during regular business hours. If you are unable to attend the meeting your written comments are welcome prior to the night of the meeting, or you can telephone (248) 634-4152.
Publish in The Citizen 3-03-12, 3-24-12

NOTICE
TO THE TAXPAYERS AND PROPERTY
OWNERS OF GROVELAND TOWNSHIP
2012 BOARD OF REVIEW MEETING
The Board of Review of the Township of Groveland will meet at the GROVELAND TOWNSHIP HALL, 4695 Grange Hall Road, Holly, Michigan, Upper Level, for the purpose of reviewing the assessment roll and hearing any objections thereof, at the following dates and time:
Tuesday, March 6, 2012 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Monday, March 12, 2012 1:00 PM to 4:30 PM
6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Wednesday, March 14, 2012 1:00 PM to 4:30PM
6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Additional days will be scheduled, if necessary, to give everyone an opportunity to appeal their assessment.
Property owners may file their protests by letter provided they are received at the Township Hall by Monday March 7, 2012.
For those wishing to protest in person, please schedule an appointment by calling:
OAKLAND COUNTY EQUALZATION DIVISION
248-975-9611
If you have any questions regarding the above notice, please feel free to call
GROVELAND TOWNSHIP OFFICE during regular business hours at (248)634-4152.
ROBERT DEPALMA, SUPERVISOR
Groveland Township
Publish in The Citizen 2-18, 2-25, 3-3-12