Ottawa County will be continuing its cap seal project by microsurfacing Port Sheldon Street on Monday, July 12th & Tuesday, July 13th. The portion of roadway affected is US-31 to Butternut Drive.
Hemlock Woolly Adelgid
Drew Rayner works for the Michigan Department of Natural Resources and is the West Michigan HWA Coordinator, specifically working on hemlock woolly adelgid (HWA). If you have not heard of HWA, it is a forest pest that is attacking our hemlock trees here in Michigan and if left unaddressed, will lead to tree mortality. Port Sheldon Township is located near current HWA infestations and Drew is a resource to the township and its residents. His position allows him to speak at meetings and outreach events, conduct trainings on how to properly treat trees for this pest, and be a resource to confirm the presence/absence of this species and provide advice. He is willing to speak with anyone on this issue and provide more information. Please feel free to email him at RaynerD1@michigan.gov or call him at 517-231-8763.
Ottawa County Internet Survey
Ottawa County is exploring the use of federal funds in providing expanding broadband/internet access to underserved areas of the county.
To assist in this process, they are asking for Port Sheldon Township residents to complete a survey to identified the need.
Please use the link below to access the survey. Your help is appreciated!
Scrap Tire Recycling Event
Ottawa County Conservation District is hosting its next event in July. See details here:
Need to Report a Streetlight Outage?
Reporting a street light outage is quick and easy with Consumers Energy new reporting tool. See the details here:
Great Lakes Paddle Challenge – Saturday, June 26
The Great Lakes Paddle Challenge is a paddle race on Lake Michigan for stand up paddleboards and kayaks. This event will take place on Saturday, June 26 from 9:00 a.m. until noon at WINDSNEST Park. This race should not affect parking or the majority of the beach area at the park, as the event will be set up at the far south end of the beach.
Port Sheldon Street – Cap Seal Work – Friday, June 18
Ottawa County will start the chip seal portion of cap seal work on Port Sheldon Street on Friday, June 18th. The portion of roadway affected is US-31 to Butternut Drive.
Road Closures Week of June 7-11
Ottawa County is replacing cross culverts and will be closing the following roads:
Croswell Street from US-31 to 152nd Avenue – 7:00 a.m. June 7, 2021 – 3:00 p.m. June 9, 2021
Butternut Drive from Port Sheldon Street to Van Buren Street – 7:00 a.m. June 10, 2021 – 3:00 p.m. June 11, 2021
Both projects/closures are weather dependent.
Hall Rental Update
Pending State of Michigan COVID-19 restrictions being lifted, the Port Sheldon Township Hall will be opening for rentals beginning in July. The Board of Trustees will be reviewing rates, residency requirements and rental procedures at its June board meeting. Check back in late June for these changes and for the official opening date.
Assessing Review
Each year the State of Michigan recommends that local Assessing Offices review 20% of the parcels in their jurisdiction. This information is then updated to ensure a more accurate appraisal of the property. Staff from the Assessor’s Office will be in Port Sheldon Township completing these exterior reviews. Vehicles will be marked as follows:
Impacted properties will receive a letter via postal mail informing them of the visits and procedure, along with a brief home information survey. If you receive this letter, please complete the survey and return it to the township office in the envelope provided. This process ensures accuracy in your property’s appraisal.
Thank you in advance for your assistance.
