Announcements
2022 Winter Newsletter
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TOWNSHIP OFFICE HOURS
The township office is now open Wednesdays from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM unless otherwise posted.
The office will be closed December 28th, 2022, and January 4th, 2023, for winter break.
The office will be closed whenever Cassopolis and/or Edwardsburg Public Schools are closed.
Please call Clerk Jenny Brunner 269-445-3941 x 7 or email at clerk@jeffersontownshiponline.org with any questions.
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Job Opening for Planning & Zoning Commission
The Jefferson Township Planning and Zoning Commission has a vacancy for a
RECORDING SECRETARY.
The RECORDING SECRETARY is not an appointed voting member and is solely responsible for recording minutes at all meetings and work sessions.
The rate of pay is $75 per meeting or work session.
The Commission will meet a minimum of four times per year and more frequently if additional meetings or work sessions are required.
Please submit your interest to:
building@jeffersontownshiponline.org
or mail to:
Jefferson Township
PO Box 188
Cassopolis, MI 49031
Attention: Recording Secretary Position
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HALL RENTALS NOTICE
Due to unpredictable winter weather, effective November 20, 2022-March 31, 2023, the township hall will not be available for rentals.
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Poverty Exemption
MCL 211.7u provides for a property tax exemption, in whole or part, for the principal residence of persons who, by reason of poverty, are unable to contribute to the public charges. In order to receive a poverty exemption, a taxpayer must annually file a completed application form, and all required additional documentation, with the supervisor, assessor, or the Board of Review where the property is located. Read more...
Form 5737 Application for Poverty Exemption
Form 5739 Affirmation of Ownership and Occupancy to Remain Exempt by Reason of Poverty
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Michigan Voter Information Center
Click this link - Michigan Voter Information Center (state.mi.us) to:
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Check your voter registration status
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Review a current election ballot
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Obtain additional election & voting information
Please contact Jenny Brunner, Clerk at 269-445-3941 x 7 or clerk@jeffersontownshiponline.org with questions.
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BOARD OF TRUSTEES MEETING
NEXT MONTHLY BOARD OF TRUSTEES MEETING has been re-scheduled to
Thursday, December 15, 2022, at 6:30 PM. The meeting will be held in person at the township hall, 24725 Jefferson Center St., Cassopolis, MI 49031.
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PERMIT PROCESS
Please contact the following people directly for assistance: building, mechanical, plumbing, and zoning inspectors and assessor. Click here or DIRECTORY above for contact information. Click here or FORMS above for printable forms.
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MARIJUANA ORDINANCE
An ordinance to completely prohibit marijuana (marihuana) establishments in Jefferson Township. Read more...
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Township Hours:
Wednesdays 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM or by appointment.
Please contact Dean Hass, Township Supervisor, 269-445-3941 x 9 for assistance.
Physical Address:
Jefferson Township
24725 Jefferson Center Street
Cassopolis, Michigan 49031
Mailing Address:
Jefferson Township
PO Box 188
Cassopolis, Michigan 49031
Office Telephone: 269-445-3941. This number will connect callers to Township officials.
Office Fax: 269-445-8274
General Inquiries Email: building@jeffersontownshiponline.org
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TOWNSHIP MEETINGS
Board of Trustees meets the 2nd Thursday of each month at 6:30 PM, unless otherwise posted. Township residents and any other interested parties are welcome to participate in the Trustee meetings. Please contact Dean Hass, Township Supervisor,
269-445-3941 x 9 with questions. Current meeting information will also be posted on the Township building and under ANNOUNCEMENTS here on the website.
2022-23 Planning & Zoning Commission
regular meetings are held on the following Wednesdays at 7:30 PM.
January 5
March 16
May 18
July 20
September 21
November 16 - CANCELLED
January 4, 2023 - Reorganizational meeting
Please contact Dean Hass, Township Supervisor, 269-445-3941 x 9 for current meeting plans.