Welcome to Peninsula TownshipThe Old Mission Peninsula is perhaps Michigan's most unique and scenic township. Unlike the typical six-mile by six-mile-square township, the Old Mission Peninsula is finger-like in shape, projecting approximately 16 miles into Grand Traverse Bay. The township varies from one to three miles in width and encompasses approximately 42 miles of Great Lakes shoreline. Peninsula Township was founded February 3, 1853. The 2020 U.S. Census lists a population of 6,068.
Peninsula Township offices are closed Thursday, March 28, 2024 in observance of Good Friday.Public Hearing NoticesZoning Board of Appeals will hold two public hearings at their regular meeting on March 19, 2024, at 7:00 PM at the Peninsula Township Hall, 13235 Center Road, Traverse City, MI 49686, 231.223.7314. The following applications will be heard:
Request No. 915, Zoning R-1B: Applicant/Owner: William T and Janice J Beckett, 671 Hidden Ridge Drive, Traverse City, MI 49686 Property Address: Birch Drive, Traverse City, MI 49686
Request No. 916, Zoning R-1B: Applicant/Owner: Kenneth Pratt, Pratt Family Revocable Joint Trust, 12155 Bluff Road, Traverse City, MI 49686 Property Address: 12155 Bluff Road, Traverse City, MI 49686
A copy of the variance applications may be examined at 13235 Center Road, Traverse City, MI 49686, between the hours of 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM Monday through Thursday. Written comments may be submitted to the Peninsula Township Planning and Zoning Department at 13235 Center Road, Traverse City, MI 49686 no later than 12:00 PM on March 11, 2024. Township Board will hold a public hearing on the proposed township general fund and special funds budget for the fiscal year 2024-2025 during its special meeting on Monday, March 25, 2024, at 7:00 p.m. at Peninsula Township Hall located at 13235 Center Road. The property tax millage rate proposed to be levied to support the proposed budget will be the subject of this hearing. A draft copy of the budget will soon be available for public inspection at the township offices. Township Board will hold the first public hearing for the Fire Special Assessment District and the Police Millage for the fiscal year 2024-2025 during a special meeting on Monday, March 25, 2024, at 7:00 p.m. at Peninsula Township Hall located at 13235 Center Road. The property tax millage rates proposed to be levied to support the proposed budgets will be a subject of this hearing. The Peninsula Township Fire Department is requesting up to 2.6 mils for fiscal year 2024-2025 for maintenance, equipment purchases, building upgrades, and operation of the department. Peninsula Township is requesting .35 mils for fiscal year 2024-2025 to maintain operations for its community police officers. A draft copy of the fire and police budgets will be available for public inspection at the township offices after 4:00 p.m. on Thursday, March 7, 2024. A draft copy of the budget will soon be available for public inspection at the township offices. Township Board will hold the second public hearing for the Fire Special Assessment District and the Police Millage for the fiscal year 2024–2025 during its special meeting on Wednesday, March 27, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. at the Peninsula Township Conference Room located at 13235 Center Road. The property tax millage rates proposed to be levied to support the proposed budgets will be the subject of this hearing. The Peninsula Township Fire Department is requesting up to 2.6 mils for fiscal year 2024–2025 for maintenance, equipment purchases, building upgrades, and operation of the department. Peninsula Township is requesting .35 mils for fiscal year 2024–2025 to maintain operations for its community police officers. A draft copy of the budget will soon be available for public inspection at the township office or on the township website at www.peninsulatownship.com. The budget will be considered for adoption following the hearing. Planning and Zoning Administrator Peninsula Township seeks an energetic, committed individual for the position of Planning and Zoning Administrator. A bachelor’s degree in urban and regional planning or a related field and zoning administrator certification is preferred. This individual will work under the Director of Planning and Zoning to assist with a myriad of tasks, including the following:
If you have questions, please email the township clerk at clerk@peninsulatownship.com. Position posted February 21, 2024. Position open until filled. Seeking Clerical Assistance in the Planning and Zoning Office
The Peninsula Township Planning and Zoning Office is looking for someone with excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, and superb organizational skills for four hours/day for a total of 16 hours per week.
Candidate may be asked to do the following:
Seeking Part-time Clerical Assistance in the Clerk’s Office
The Peninsula Township Clerk’s Office is seeking gracious, enthusiastic assistance with invoices, accounts payable, and payroll needs for township staff and the fire department for up to four hours a day four days a week. Please reach out to clerk@peninsulatownship.com for more information.
Seeking a Recording SecretaryLike to type? Want to learn more about township governance? Peninsula Township is looking for a recording secretary to take minutes at our various board and commission meetings. Please send a letter of interest to clerk@peninsulatownship.com.
Interested in Reading Court Filings for the Lawsuits Peninsula Township Is Involved In? Visit https://pacer.uscourts.gov/ (website opens in new tab).
Township Meetings Streaming on YouTubeMost township meetings held at the township hall are streamed live on the township's YouTube channel (website opens in a new tab) and are available for viewing for 30 days after they are held.
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Quick ConnectIndividuals interested in running for a township trustee position may collect a packet in person from the clerk’s office. There are seven trustee positions available including Supervior, Clerk and Treasurer. Only one packet per person will be given.Report Grand Traverse County Road Commission
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