Fire Services Special Assessment
The Township Board is in the process of setting up a special assessment district for the entire Township to cover fire services. This will be an assessment of 1.15 mills, which is dedicated to funding the operation of our Fire Department. Because there will be dedicated funding for the fire operation, there will be a decrease in the general operating millage of the Township of 0.55 mills. The net result is an increase of 0.6 mills.
A second public hearing on the special assessment district will be held on August 12, 2013 at 7pm at Spring Lake Township Hall. This public hearing will be for purposes of considering the proposed special assessment roll. A copy of the public hearing notice will be mailed to every Spring Lake Township property tax payer.
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Summer Tax Collection Change for Grand Haven Area Public Schools
For Township residents who live in the Grand Haven school district, beginning this summer, GHAPS will collect 100% of its annual school property taxes for businesses, second homes and other non-exempt property at the time of the summer tax levy. This change is due to continued school funding constraints, as well as the need to secure sufficient revenues for cash flow without the costs of borrowing these funds. The debt levy for all taxpayers will also be collected at 100% with the summer tax levy. There will be a corresponding decrease in the taxes collected for GHAPS at the time of the winter tax levy.
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West Spring Lake Rd. Bridge Re-decking
The re-decking of the bridge on West Spring Lake Road is nearly complete. Watch for details on a ribbon cutting ceremony!
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Four Points News
Four Points Center for Successful Aging has many services available for adults over 60. Some July highlights:
- Assistance with finding local human services help, regardless of whether a lot of help is needed or just a little direction.
- Senior Day - Wednesday, July 31, Mulligan's Hollow. Come enjoy many free events!
- Fall Prevention class. Learn what causes falls and what steps you can take to prevent them. Contact Four Pointes for information on the next class.
There are many other activities, with something happening every day. Visit their newly-redesigned website for more information.
Four Pointes website
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Be SummerWise
The State of Michigan has a website with resources to improve your understanding of summer utilities and the benefits that come from saving energy. Included are conservation tips, links for information on low-income assistance, and recommendations for staying safe in the summer heat.
Be SummerWise website
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