PUBLIC INFORMATION
All tax and sewer business is transacted at the Township Hall during regular business hours.

 

TAX INFORMATION AVAILABLE ON-LINE!

This year, 2011, has special significance as it marks the tenth anniversary of the tragedy on 9/11/2001.  Rockford Area Community Endowment is partnering with communities in West Michigan to create Healing Field to remember and honor the 3,200 victims of 9/11, of which 21 were Michigan residents.  The Rockford Area Community Endowment is composed of the townships of Plainfield, Courtland, Algoma, Cannon and the City of Rockford.  A flag display of 3,200 flags representing each life lost on that day will be displayed for five days, September 9 through September 13 at Cannonsburg Ski Area.  Special programs are planned for each day, with dignitaries paying tribute and reading the names of those who lost their lives.  The event is free to the public and the sale of the flags serves as a fundraiser for the West Michigan non-profit organizations that serve our community.

Take a moment to picture what it will be like to stand in the midst of 3,200 flags, all set on Cannonsburg’s hill by local Scout Troops, 4-H organizations, and many volunteers.    It will be a tremendously moving and inspirational five days.

For more information or to sponsor a flag:

HEALING FIELD FORM

FALL CLEAN-UP
September 15, 16, 17
Thursday Sept 15 from 9:00am until 5:00pm
Friday Sept 16 from 9:00am until 5:00pm
Saturday Sept 17 from 8:00am until 1:00pm

Sewer Backup & Overflow Kent County Utility Services

SUPERVISOR’S REPORT

Road construction update:
No street paving projects have been scheduled for 2010, but the Kent County Road Commission is making some improvements to the gravel surface on Eva Drive.  KCRC is also starting the engineering work for Parmeter Avenue.  Current plans are to begin paving in 2011 and finish in 2012.

Sewer Update:
Preparations are being made for upgrades to be done in the near future to the sewer lift stations at Grass Lake (shared with Cannon Township), and Rogue River (shared with Cannon and Plainfield Townships).  The Kent County DPW is in the process of searching for sources of excess water flowing into the sewer system.  Eliminating inflow from storm water drains and sump pumps will reduce the number of gallons from Courtland Township that enter the treatment plant and thus reduce treatment costs.  The DPW is identifying the places where storm water is entering the system and contacting homeowners to remove any illegal sump pumps and storm drains from their property that discharge into the sanitary sewer lines.

FIRE DEPARTMENT NOTES

ON SALE: 911 emergency address signs.  For a limited time the Fire Department is selling the green and white reflective address signs for only $10.00 each.  Call 866-0622 to order.          

FIRE DEPARTMENT NEWS

As of October 1st, Fire Chief Mickey Davis has become full-time Chief of the Courtland Fire Department.  He now spends mornings at Station #2 on Myers Lake Ave. and afternoons at Station #1 on 14 Mile Rd.

On October 31st Courtland firefighters hosted their third annual Halloween party at Station #2 for approximately 150 neighborhood parents and children.

Our third emergency warning siren was installed in October on Myers Lake Ave. just north of 15 Mile Rd.  When an alert such as a tornado warning is issued by the National Weather Service, Kent County dispatch activates all emergency sirens in the county.  At this time dispatch is not able to activate sirens in specific areas only.

Note: During power outages or other weather-related emergencies, water will be available at both fire stations.  Please bring your own containers. 

Our 4th Annual Coats for Charitydrive begins December 1st.  Please bring your gently used coats to Fire Station #1 or the Township Hall, and we will donate them to a local charity. 

Christmas treesmay be dropped off behind Fire Station #1 (14 Mile Rd.), on the south side of the driveway, through January 31st.  Please remove all ornaments, tinsel and plastic bags.

Mickey Davis, Chief

HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE

Kent County accepts household hazardous waste at the North Kent Transfer Station, 2908 10 Mile Rd., Rockford.  Types of items accepted include weed killer, fertilizer, charcoal lighter fluid, rodent and bug poison, oil-based paint and stain, paint thinner, antifreeze, motor oil, household batteries, fluorescent light bulbs and fire extinguishers.  Make a list of the items you want to dispose of and call (616) 336-2570 for an appointment.

RECYCLING

Free recycling of glass and metal food containers, newspapers, magazines, paperboard, computer paper, junk mail, corrugated cardboard, plastic containers stamped 1-7, and plastic grocery bags stamped 2 or 4 only is also available at the North Kent Transfer Station, Monday thru Saturday  7:00 AM  to 5:00 PM.  Remember: If it’s not clean, it’s not recyclable!

M-57 Greater Greenville Area Transportation Survey

The purpose of this survey is to gain a better understanding of the transportation issues and needs of residents and businesses in the Greater Greenville Area.  The study area includes the following communities:  Montcalm County’s City of Greenville and the townships of  Montcalm, Fairplain, and Eureka Township; Ionia County’s City of Belding and Otisco Township; and Kent County’s townships of Algoma, Courtland, and Oakfield.

Click here to print off the survey and mail to the Township Hall (7450 14 Mile Rd., Rockford MI 49341)

TOWNSHIP PARK - COURTLAND TOWNSHIP PARK RULES & PERMIT
Phase I of the township park is nearly complete.  The walking path and children’s play structure are finished, but the picnic shelter and ball field are not yet ready to use.  More landscape work is also needed.  Stop by and take a look around!

CEDAR SPRINGS PARKS AND RECREATION
The Cedar Springs Area Parks and Recreation Department is looking for ideas for new programs. Current offerings include aerobics, volleyball, basketball, open weight room for lifting, Tae Kwon Do, First Aid Certification, among others. Our newest is an etiquette class. For more information, schedules, registration forms, and more go to our website www.csaparksandrec.com or call 696-0288. In March registration for our spring programs begins and our summer registration begins in May. www.csaparksandrec.com

National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES)
Michigan rivers and tributaries stretch across hundreds of square miles in Michigan, including highlands and lowlands. The rivers carry rain and snowmelt runoff, or stormwater runoff, into inland lakes and the Great Lakes. The quantity of stormwater entering our rivers, lakes, and streams along with the pollutants it carries can degrade aquatic habitat and water quality. We can all take simple steps to reduce stormwater pollution. After all, the cheapest way to stop pollution is at the source. Click here for more information...

CEMETERY NOTES - Cemetery Ordinance
It has come to our attention that there are a number of cemetery lots marked “hold” in our records that have not been paid for.  If you believe that you have placed a hold on one or more lots please contact the township offices as soon as possible to make arrangements to either purchase the lots or release them.  The lot price is $150 for township residents and $250 for non-residents.  We will hold lots for no longer than 60 days.  Also, the township will buy back unwanted lots at the original purchase price.  Proof of lot ownership (burial grant certificate) is required. 

OFFICE HOURS:
MON. & FRI. FROM 1:00 P.M. TO 4:30 P.M.
TUES., WED., & THURS. 9:00 A.M. TO NOON AND 1:00 P.M. TO 4:30 P.M.


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