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PUBLIC NOTICES/ANNOUNCEMENTS:

SAUBLE TOWNSHIP
LAKE COUNTY, MICHIGAN
 
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING


PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the Sauble Township Planning Commission will conduct a public hearing on Tuesday, July 1, 2025, at 6:00 o’clock p.m., at the Sauble Township Hall, 8906 W. 6 Mile RD, Irons, MI 49644. 

The purpose of this public hearing is to consider an amendment to the Sauble Township Zoning Ordinance dated December 2, 2022, as amended, which, if adopted, would repeal the Sauble Township Zoning Ordinance in its entirety throughout Sauble Township. 
 
Public comments concerning the proposed amendment will be received at the hearing. Written comments may be addressed to Ann Baker, Chair, of the Sauble Township Planning Commission or Gail Raad, Township Clerk, in care of the Sauble Township Hall, 8906 W. 6 Mile Rd, Irons, MI 49644, so they are received at or prior to the hearing.
All comments will become part of the hearing record.
Copies of the proposed zoning ordinance amendment are available for inspection at the following locations:


1.   Zoning Administrator, Sauble Township Hall, 8906 W. 6 Mile Rd,
Irons, MI  49644

        2.   Mika Meyers PLC Township Attorneys 414 Water Street, 
Manistee, MI 49660
(during regular business hours)

Sauble Township Planning Commission
Ann Baker, Chair


Link to Township Attorney, Mika Meyers LLC, letter to Sauble Township Supervisor, Mary Ann Nugent, regarding the Effect of Repeal of Sauble Township Zoning Ordinance:
 mika_meyers_letter_to_mary_ann_nugent_and_sauble_township_board_of_supervisors_2025_05_29.pdf


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MASON COUNTY
TUESDAY, AUGUST 5, 2025
SPECIAL ELECTION

(This only affects 2 voters in Sauble Township)


I, GAIL RAAD, WILL BE AVAILABLE AT THE SAUBLE TOWNSHIP HALL FROM 8:30 A.M. TO 4:30 P.M. ON SATURDAY, AUGUST 2, 2025
FOR VOTER REGISTRATION.
And on Election Day from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. at my home office at 5279 N. Waite Dr., Irons, MI 49644

SAUBLE TOWNSHIP HALL 8906 W. 6 MILE RD. IRONS, MI 49644
231-266-8384 (HALL) OR 231-729-1536 (CELL)

PUBLICATION OF THE REGISTRATION NOTICE AND THE ELECTION NOTICE WILL BE COMPLETED BY THE
MASON COUNTY CLERK'S OFFICE.

Election Day, voters will cast their ballot at the following combined jurisdiction for Sauble Township Voters:
PRECINCT 1C BRANCH TOWNSHIP 6532 U.S. 10 WALHALLA, MI 
DATE: JUNE 9, 2025
SIGNATURE: Gail Raad

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SAUBLE & EDEN TOWNSHIPS - LARGE ITEM CLEAN-UP
Sauble Township's Large Item Clean-Up Day is held jointly with Eden Township.  Again, this year, we are planning on 
July 12, 2025, 8 AM - 12 PM.
This event will be held at Eden Township Hall,
rather than Skinner Park. 
 This event is not for regular household trash, hazardous waste, appliances with Freon.  There is a fee for tires.
FLYER: 
 eden_-0_sauble_townships_summer_clean-up_7.12.25.pdf  
You must be a property owner in Sauble and Eden Townships.
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LAKE-MECOSTA-OCEOLA CONSERVATION DISTRICT
HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE DISPOSAL DAY

Thursday, August 7, 2025
2-6 pm, at 2 locations

1. Mecosta County Fairgrounds, 540 West Ave,
Big Rapids, MI
   or 
2. Osceola County Road Commission, South Facility,
4737 Makawa DR, Hersey, MI

Flyer https://irp.cdn-website.com/abdd08f7/files/uploaded/2025_HHW_Brochure.pdf​

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SAUBLE TOWNSHIP'S PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING SCHEDDULED FOR TUESDAY, APRIL 1, 2025 IS CANCELED. 
A quorum is not possible with vacations and resignations.  

The next scheduled Planning Commission meeting is Tuesday, May 6, 2025, 6 PM, at the Township Hall.

We have 2 vacancies on the Planning Commission.  If you are interested in being a member, please contact Mary Ann Nugent, at [email protected]

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SAUBLE TOWNSHIP SPECIAL MEETING - BUDGET WORKSHOP
Tuesday, March 18, 2025, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

The Sauble Township Board of Trustees will continue the process to create and plan for the Sauble Township 2025-26 FY Budget. 

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NOTICE TO SAUBLE TOWNSHIP PROPERTY OWNERS:
On January 13, 2025, the Sauble Township Board of Trustees voted in favor (3-2) of repealing the entire zoning ordinance.
 
Sauble Township will continue to abide by Lake County and State of Michigan zoning ordinances.
 
In addition, the Sauble Township Board plans to retain the separate Blight Ordinance and the Master Plan will continue without modification at this time.
 
A Public hearing is required to make any modifications, and you will have the opportunity to voice any concerns to the Township Planning and Zoning Commission. You may also provide a written response to the Township with any concerns.
 
The Planning Commission will continue to support and further the primary goals as outlined in the Master Plan as follows:
  • To treat the lakes in the township as a valuable resource for residents and visitors to the area.
  • To retain the rural character of the township with emphasis on outdoor activities for residents and visitors to the area.
  • The Current Zoning Map for Sauble Township continues as outlined in the Master Plan.
 
A Public Hearing, yet to be determined, will be conducted for citizens to voice their thoughts and concerns. The date and time of the Public Hearing will be published in the Lake County Star, on the Sauble Township Website (saubletwp.org), on the Sauble Township Facebook Page, and on the outdoor notice sign. 


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PUBLIC NOTICE - SPECIAL MEETINGS
MARCH BOARD OF REVIEW
 
The SAUBLE TOWNSHIP BOARD OF REVIEW will meet Tuesday, March 4, at 12:00 PM for its Organizational Meeting. 
No Appeals will be heard on this date. 
 
The SAUBLE TOWNSHIP BOARD OF REVIEW will meet to hear Appeals on Monday, March 10, 2025, from 12 – 6 PM and on Tuesday, March 11, 2025, from 2 – 5 PM and 6 – 9 PM.
Written protests must be received by March 10, 2025 at the
Sauble Township Office.

 
The SAUBLE TOWNSHIP BOARD OF REVIEW will hold its Closing Meeting on Friday, March 14, 2025, 1 PM. 
No Appeals will be heard on this date.
 
All SAUBLE TOWNSHIP BOARD OF REVIEW meetings are held at the SAUBLE TOWNSHIP HALL, 8906 W. 6 MILE RD, IRONS, MI 49644.

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MARCH BOARD OF REVIEW
The Sauble Township March Board of Review meets as follows:

Monday, March 10, 2025, 12-6 PM - Appeals
Tuesday, March 11, 2025, 2-5 PM - Appeals
Tuesday, March 11, 2025, 6-9 PM - Appeals

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SAUBLE TOWNSHIP SPECIAL MEETING - BUDGET WORKSHOP
Tuesday, March 11, 2025, 10 am - 2 pm

The Sauble Township Board of Trustees will begin the process to create and plan for the Sauble Township 2025-26 FY Budget.  

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​COMMISSION/BOARD VACANCIES
Planning & Zoning Commission - 1 Vacancy
Board of Review - 2 Vacancies
Zoning Board of Appeals - 2 Vacancies
Sauble Township Board-Commissions Application

If you are interested in serving on one of these commissions please contact the Sauble Township Supervisor, Mary Ann Nugent, [email protected]
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DECEMBER BOARD OF REVIEW
Tuesday, December 10, 2024
3:00 PM
Sauble Township Hall

Principal Residence Exemption, Veteran Exemption, Poverty Exemption, and Clerical Errors and Mutual Mistakes of Facts. ​
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2024 WINTER TAX BILL - mailed and should be received at your mailing address by December 1, 2024.
The Sauble Township News is printed on the reverse side!

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PLANNING COMMISSION
Sauble Township Planning Commission:
  Vacancy, Chair
Ann Baker, Secretary
Tracy Baker, Ex-Off
Vacancy
Mary Ann Miller

Meetings are on the 1st Tuesday of each month, 6 PM,
at the Sauble Township Hall.

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2024 ELECTION UPDATE:
Please welcome our new electees:
Mary Ann Nugent, Supervisor
Gail Raad, Clerk
Beth Acker, Treasurer
Tracy Baker, Trustee
Bill Rodgers, Trustee


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SPECIAL
MEETING NOTICE
Saturday, October 26, 2024
4:30 PM
Sauble Township Hall
The purpose of the Special Meeting is to appoint 2 new members to the Sauble Township Planning & Zoning Commission.  


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ELECTION NEWS - for November 5, 2024 Election Day
Please click on each notice below to open the full document
​NOTICE OF ELECTION - NOVEMBER 5, 2024
​
NOTICE OF CLOSE OF REGISTRATION - NOVEMBER 5, 2024
NOTICE OF PUBLIC ACCURACY TEST AD - NOVEMBER 5, 2024
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SAUBLE TOWNSHIP BOARD OF TRUSTEES
will hold a Special Meeting
Thursday, September 5, 2024
6 PM
Sauble Township Hall
Board Discussion on Zoning Ordinance Concerns

Special Meeting Agenda 9.5.24

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COMMISSION/BOARD VACANCIES
Planning & Zoning Commission - 1 Vacancy
Board of Review - 2 Vacancies
Zoning Board of Appeals - 2 Vacancies
Sauble Township Board-Commisions Application


If you are interested in serving on one of these commissions please contact the Sauble Township Supervisor, Mary Ann Nugent, [email protected]

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TRUNK-N-TREAT

Saturday, October 26, 2024
5-6:30 PM
Sauble Township Park & Pavilion Area

Park your vehicles along the Ball Park Fence and open your trunk or tailgate to pass out candy to the Trunk-n-Treaters
Decorate your vehicle and wear a costume.
Popcorn, donuts, cider, and hot chocolate served.

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ELECTION - ABSENTEE VOTERS
If you vote absentee and will be at another address that is not your home address,  please notify Gail Raad, Sauble Township Clerk, either by phone (231) 266-8384 or by email at [email protected]
Absentee ballots will be mailed to your home address unless notification is made. 


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PLANNING/ZONING COMMISSION MEETINGS

The Planning/Zoning Commission Meetings, typically held on the 1st Tuesday of each month, are canceled until further notice. 
We do not have enough members to have a quorum in order to
hold a meeting. 

If you are interested in becoming a member of this commission, please contact the Sauble Township Supervisor, Mary Ann Nugent, at [email protected], or leave a message at the township office, 231-266-8384.  Thank you!


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FRADULENT/SCAM EMAIL
We want our property owners to be aware of a potential fraudulent/scam email appearing to come from our Sauble Township Treasurer, Beth Acker. If you see an email that looks suspicious or asking you to do a mobile payment transfer, please delete it. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at [email protected], or leave a message at the township office, 231-266-8384.
Thank you!

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ELECTION NEWS:
Cast your vote for ‘I voted' sticker design contest
Calling all Sauble Townships residents! Cast your vote now for your favorite student- and resident-designed “I voted” sticker that may be distributed to voters during the November election. Check out the top designs in three categories (elementary/middle school, high school and general public) from the first-ever design contest, which saw more than 480 total entries. Voting ends July 31. Winning stickers will be available for election clerks to order for the Nov. 5 election.
Use the link below to cast your vote. 
https://www.michigan.gov/sos/elections/voting/2024-i-voted-sticker-contest

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Please click below:
NOTICE OF ELECTION - AUGUST 6, 2024

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NOTICE OF LAST DAY OF REGISTRATION FOR

THE ELECTORS OF LAKE COUNTY (click below)
 NOTICE OF CLOSE OF REGISTRATION - AUGUST 6, 2024
ALL ELECTORS ARE HEREBY GIVEN NOTICE that the Lake County Primary Election will be held on
Tuesday, August 6, 2024

U.S. Senator (1 seat), U.S. Representative in Congress (2nd District), State Representatives (100th and 101st District), County Road Commissioner (1), County Commissioners (All Districts), County Probate Judge, County Clerk/ROD, County Prosecutor, County Sheriff, County Treasurer, all townships; Supervisors, Clerks, Treasurers, Trustees, and Precinct Delegates (All Precincts)
Two (2) County-Wide Proposals: Transportation Millage Renewal & Library Services Millage Renewal
 
Electors who wish to vote in the election must be registered no later than Monday, July 8, 2024.  To register, visit any Secretary of State Branch Office or the www.expressSOS.com, the County Clerk’s Office, or your Local Township Office.


 Precinct:  Sauble Township
Polling Place:  Sauble Township Hall
Address:  8906 W 6 Mile Rd Irons 49644
Proposals: 
Operations Millage (Renewal and Request for New Millage)
Building and Property Maintenance and Repair Millage (Renewal and Request for New Millage)
Sauble-Elk-Eden Fire Department Operations Millage (Renewal and Request for New Millage)
Sauble-Elk-Eden Vehicle and Equipment Millage (Renewal and Request for New Millage)

Full text of the ballot proposals may be obtained at the Clerk’s Office of Lake County, 800 Tenth St, Suite 200, Baldwin, or at the local township office.

Patti Pacola, Lake County Clerk

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​SAUBLE TOWNSHIP
JULY BOARD OF REVIEW
​July 16, 2024
1:30 PM

Principal Residence Exemption, Veteran Exemption, Poverty Exemption, and Clerical Errors and Mutual Mistakes of Facts. 

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SAUBLE TOWNSHIP PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING  will be canceled on Tuesday, July 2, 2024,
at 6 pm, ​due to a lack of quorum.


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CAN I BURN TODAY?
https://www.dnr.state.mi.us/burnpermits/
With summer's weather heating up and potential dry conditions, please check if burning is allowed
BEFORE you burn!  


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Sauble Township Newsletter Summer 2024
(also printed on the reverse side of tax bill)


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2024 SUMMER TAXES 
Your 2024 Summer Tax bill will be mailed out by July 1, 2024.  Summer Taxes are due September 16, 2024.

Sauble Township Treasurer, Beth Acker
Office hours (Jul-Sept 10): Tues 10 am-2 pm, or by appointment.  Also, Sept 16th  9 am-5 pm
Contact info:  248-877-0084 or
[email protected]

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SAUBLE TOWNSHIP PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING 
will be canceled on Tuesday, June 4, 2024, at 6 pm,
​due to a lack of quorum.


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SAUBLE TOWNSHIP IS ACCEPTING DONATIONS TO THE BREAD OF LIFE FOOD PANTRY, LOCATED AT ST. ANN'S CHURCH IN BALDWIN. 
The following items are needed:  Peanut Butter, Canned Tuna, Canned Vegetables, Canned Beans, Canned Soups (Tomato, Chicken Noodle, Cream of Mushroom), Boxed Cereal, Boxed Crackers. 
Please drop off donations at the Sauble Township Hall.   Thank you for your generosity to those in need!


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NEW LAKE COUNTY COMMISSIONER FOR DISTRICT #5
Mike Serocynski (Sweetwater)
(Was appointed to replace Don Arquette who recently passed away.  Mike will attend the township meetings for the townships he represents - Sweetwater, Sauble, & Elk.)

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LARGE ITEM CLEAN UP:  
Saturday, July  13, 2024
9 AM - 12 PM (noon)
Skinner Park, Irons 

Sauble and Eden Township Residents only!
- NO HOUSEHOLD TRASH/GARBAGE
- NO TIRES, NO ITEMS WITH FREON


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COMMISSION/BOARD VACANCIES
Planning & Zoning Commission - 2 Vacancies
Board of Review - 2 Vacancies
Zoning Board of Appeals - 2 Vacancies


If you are interested in serving on one of these commissions please contact the Sauble Township Supervisor, Mary Ann Nugent, [email protected]
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SPECIAL MEETING
The Sauble Township Board of Trustees will hold a Special Meeting on Monday, April, 22, 2024, 9:30 AM at the Township Hall.  Agenda items:  1) Approve 4 Millage Resolution Language for August 2024 Election.  2) Approve appointment of Ann Baker to Planning Commission.

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The Planning/Zoning Commission Meeting scheduled for Tuesday, April 2, 2024, 6 PM had been CANCELED due to a lack of a quorum.

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PUBLIC NOTICE VACANCY BOC DISTRICT 5
The Board of Commissioners District 5 position is open due to the recent passing of Donald Arquette, who represented Sweetwater, Sauble, & Elk Townships.  

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ELECTION 2024 NOTICES

SAUBLE TOWNSHIP PUBLIC ACCURACY TEST NOTICE


LAKE COUNTY PUBLIC ACCURACY TEST NOTICE

NOTICE OF VOTER REGISTRATION 2024

NOTICE OF ELECTION 2024

Lake County Public Notice 9 Day Notice 

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SPECIAL MEETING
The Sauble Township Board of Trustees will hold a Special Meeting on March 15, 10AM at the Township Hall.  The Agenda is a Budget Workshop.  

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ELECTION UPDATE
For the establishment of EARLY VOTING SITES for the FEBRUARY, AUGUST, and NOVEMBER ELECTION YEAR 2024,
Please click the link below:
​Lake County Public Notice 9 Day Notice 
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DECEMBER BOARD OF REVIEW
Tuesday, 12/12/23
12:30-1:00 PM
Sauble Township Hall

Principal Residence Exemption, Veteran Exemption, Poverty Exemption, and Clerical Errors and Mutual Mistakes of Facts.

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BREAD OF LIFE FOOD PANTRY - Donations Needed!

The Bread of Life Food Pantry, located at St. Ann’s Church in Baldwin, receives over 185 requests each week! The pantry is in great need of the following items:
Peanut Butter
Canned Tuna Fish
Boxed Cereal
Canned Vegetables
Canned Beans
Canned Soups - Tomato, Chicken Noodle, Cream of Mushroom
Crackers

Please do not donate/leave outdated products.

SAUBLE TOWNSHIP will keep a box inside the
township hall for donations.
If you see one of our vehicles at the hall you may drop off your donation. Or you may reply to this post, send a message, call, or email a staff member to find out when someone is there. Our Treasurer will begin working on Tuesdays, 10 am - 2 pm, during Tax Season, beginning 12/5/23.
A staff member will transport the donated items to the pantry in Baldwin.

Please consider donating to this worthy program to assist people and families in need. The need continues each week, not just during the holidays.

Sauble Township has donated excess produce from the Community Garden’s members produce since 2016.
Thank you!

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2023 WINTER TAXES WILL BE MAILED OUT ON 12/1/23
BETH ACKER, TREASURER
Office hours (Dec –Feb): Tues 10am-2pm, or by appointment.
Also, Dec 29, 2023 & Feb 29, 2024, 9am – 5 pm.
Contact info: 248-877-0084 or
[email protected]
Check (made out to Sauble Township) must clear or receipt is void. Postmarks are not accepted. For receipts, send self-addressed, stamped envelope to 8906 W 6 Mile Rd, Irons, MI, 49644.
You may pay property taxes online at:
https://www.govpaynow.com/gps/user/cyg/plc/a0054e
2.65% will be added to your credit/debit card payments. $2.95 flat fee is added to eCheck payments. The township does not charge this fee, nor do we receive any portion of it.
​1% per month interest will be added after 2/14/24. On March 1, 2024, delinquent property taxes are payable to the Lake County Treasurer in Baldwin, MI with additional interest and penalty


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SAUBLE TOWNSHIP HAS A NEW ZONING ADMINISTRATOR!
ROBERT (Bob) HALL

For Zoning Ordinance questions or information please email Bob at [email protected]
Or leave a message at the township office -
231-266-8384.  Please allow time for Robert Hall to return your email or contact you.  He works for several other municipalities as well as Sauble Township


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SAUBLE TWP SPECIAL MEETING
FRIDAY, SEPT. 15, 2023
1:00 PM

915/23 AGENDA

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TRUNK-N-TREAT 2023

Saturday, October 28, 5-6:30 PM
at Sauble Township Pavilion
Park your vehicles along the Ball Park Fence and open your trunk or tailgate to pass out candy to the Trunk-n-Treaters
Decorate your vehicle and wear a costume.
Popcorn, donuts, cider, and hot chocolate served.

Trunk-n-Treat Flyer

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SAUBLE TOWNSHIP HAS A NEW ZONING ADMINISTRATOR!
ROBERT (Bob) HALL
For Zoning Ordinance questions or information please email Bob at [email protected]
Or leave a message at the township office -
231-266-8384.


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​SPECIAL MEETING OF ELECTION COMMITTEE
Monday, July 10, 2023, 6:30 PM
(during Regular Board Meeting)


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ELECTION - TUESDAY, AUGUST 8, 2023
7 AM - 8 PM
Please read the Election Notices below by clicking on each link:
1. NOTICE OF VOTER REGISTRATION August 8, 2023

2. NOTICE OF PUBLIC ACCURACY TEST FOR
AUGUST 8, 2023 ELECTION


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SPECIAL MEETING
SAUBLE TOWNSHIP BOARD OF TRUSTEES

Friday, June 23, 2023
Agenda:
1) Land Use/Zoning Administrator Resignation
2) Petition to State Tax Tribunal Update
Public is Welcome to Attend


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SUMMER TAXES MAILED OUT JULY 1, 2023

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SAUBLE TOWNSHIP COMMUNITY GARDEN
Applications for Plots are available - $10 each - at township office or click on the INFORMATION TAB, scroll down to Community Garden.

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SAUBLE TOWNSHIP WILDLAND/FOREST FIRE
Tuesday, April 11, 2023
There was a significant wildland/forest fire off 3 Mile RD, east of Hamilton RD in Sauble Township. 

The Sauble-Elk-Eden Fire Department was dispatched to the scene and immediately called for extra mutual aid assistance from:
Webber Township Fire Dept in Lake County
Branch Fire Department in Mason County
Lake County Central Dispatch
Lake County Sherriff Office
DNR Fire Service
USFS Fire Service & FIRE BOSS Air Tankers
Mason County Fire Authority
Sauble-Elk-Eden Fire Support Group 

The fire started from someone burning in their burn barrel ashes escaped from the barrel and quickly started debris on the ground on fire.

It took many hours to get the fire put out with USDAFS FIRE BOSS air plane tankers assisting by getting water from lakes nearby in Mason County.  

There were no injuries or structures were lost.  However approximately 100 acres of land burned.  


If you know or see any members of these agencies please, express your gratitude for their willingness to put themselves at risk in trying to save lives, property, and our natural forests.  This fire was extremely dangerous!

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BURN PERMITS - https://www2.dnr.state.mi.us/burnpermits/
Before you burn, please check to see if burning is allowed!

Conditions have been extremely dry even with some rain.  An ember from your fire can start another fire/wild land fire and you would be responsible for costs incurred.


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​ALL LATE WINTER TAX PAYMENTS (and late fees) MUST NOW BE PAID AT THE LAKE COUNTY TREASURER'S OFFICE
​in Baldwin, at the Courthouse Building.

After 2/28/23 we are no longer able to receive tax payments at Sauble Township Office.

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LAKE COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION (LCCF)
BAKED POTATO SUPPER & RAFFLE

Saturday, April 29, 2023
5-7 PM
St. Ann's Senior Center
690 9th ST, Baldwin, MI 49304
Tickets are $8 per person and available at the door.
More Info call 231.924.5350


LCCF Baked Potato Supper Flyer 2023

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SAUBLE & EDEN TOWNSHIPS PROPERTY OWNERS
LARGE ITEM CLEAN UP
SATURDAY, MAY 6, 2023
9 AM - 12 PM (noon)
SKINNER PARK, IRONS, MI


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LAKE-OSCEOLA-MECOSTA
HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE DISPOSAL
THURSDAY, AUGUST 3, 2023
4 - 8 PM
2 LOCATIONS:

1.  Mecosta County Fairgrounds
540 West Ave
Big Rapids, MI

2.  Osceola County Road Comm South
4737 Makwa DR
Hersey, MI

(No Lake County Drop Off Site this year)


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ANNUAL LAKE COUNTY ORV ORDINANCE MEETING
Friday, 2/3/23
2:00 PM
Lake County Courthouse (Commissioners Room), Baldwin
This is a meeting to express concerns about ORV issues, adding or deleting roads that are open, etc.  Public is welcome.
lake_county_2022_orv_ordinance_and_map_2.23.22.pdf

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CONSUMERS ENERGY - SOLAR DEVELOPMENT 
Consumers Energy is seeking land for utility-scale solar plants, which require significant amounts of land, 500-900 acres.  Large landowners or community officials who want to learn more can visit:
www.consumersenergy.com/company/electric-generation/renewables/solar-generation/farmers?utm_campaign=renewables&utm_source=misolar&utm_medium=vanity-url&utm_content=misolar

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NEW ZONING ORDINANCE -  effective 12/2/2022

sauble_twp_zoning-adopted_2022_final.pdfSauble Township Zoning Ordinance
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SAUBLE TOWNSHIP NEWS - FALL/WINTER 2022-2023


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2022 WINTER TAXES are being mailed out by
December 1, 2022.  

You can pay property taxes online at:
https://www.govpaynow.com/gps/user/cyg/plc/a0054e
2.65% will be added to your credit/debit card payments.  $2.95 flat fee is added to eCheck payments.  The township does not charge this fee, nor do we receive any portion of it.

 2022 WINTER TAXES are due February 14, 2023
1% per month interest will be added after 2/14/23.  On March 1, 2023, delinquent property taxes are payable to the Lake County Treasurer in Baldwin, MI with additional interest and penalty. 

TREASURER'S OFFICE HOURS:  Dec 1 – Feb 28:  Tues 10 am - 2 pm, or by appointment.
Also, Dec 30, 2022 & Feb 28, 2023, 9 am – 5 pm.
Contact info: 
Beth Acker, 248-877-0084  or
[email protected]

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SAUBLE TOWNSHIP ELECTION RESULTS 

Once again, Sauble Township had the largest percentage
of voter turn-out in Lake County!

Sauble Registered Voters: 374
Sauble Total Voters: 257

Sauble Turnout: 68.72%
https://www.electionreporting.com/.../3afa9702-db68-41fd...

NEW SAUBLE TOWNSHIP BOARD MEMBERS:
Sauble Township Treasurer: Beth Acker
Sauble Township Trustee: Linda Snow
Thank you Voters!



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SPECIAL ASSESSMENT DISTRICTS (SADS) PUBLIC HEARINGS ON INVASIVE WEED CONTROL:
 
SAUBLE LAKES 1-4 SAD - HEARING #2:  Saturday, 10/29/22 9:00 AM - Certification of Assessment Roll
Sauble Lakes Hearing #2 Agenda 10/29/22, 9 AM



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SAUBLE TOWNSHIP BOARD OF TRUSTEES
SPECIAL MEETING
OCTOBER 26, 2022 - 6:00 PM
Agenda Special Meeting 10/26/22



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LUTHER PUBLIC LIBRARY:
Did you know that the Luther Public Library is a district library and the 'home' library for the Sauble Township area?  They provided the Little Free Lending Library at the township and offer many services.   
Please read:
Library Letter to Sauble Township Residents
Please visit their website at:  lutherlibrary.ploud.net


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ELECTION DAY - NOVEMBER 8, 2022
VIEW THE BALLOT:   
 https://mvic.sos.state.mi.us/PublicBallot/Index
ELECTION:  November 8
COUNTY:  Lake County
JURISDICTION:  Sauble Township
PRECINCT:  Precinct 15



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SPECIAL ASSESSMENT DISTRICTS (SADS) PUBLIC HEARINGS ON INVASIVE WEED CONTROL:

 SAUBLE LAKES 1-4 SAD - HEARING #2:  Saturday, 10/29/22 9:00 AM - Certification of Assessment Roll



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HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE DISPOSAL

Lake County Residents
Wenger Pavillion, Baldwin
sponsored by Lake,, Mecosta & Osceola Conservation District in cooperation with MAEAP Clean Sweep Program
Brochure: 
Hazardous Waste Disposal 10.8.22

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ELECTION - NOVEMBER 8, 2022
Please click on each notice (2) below regarding the
November 8, 2022 Election:


- notice_of_election_11-08-2022.pdf

notice_of_close_of_registration-november_8_2022.pdf

November 8 2022 List of Proposals

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TRUNK-N-TREAT is Back!  
Sauble Township will have a Trunk-n-Treat event (no games/contests/prizes) on Saturday, October 29, 2022, at 5:00 PM.  Vehicles may park along the Ball Field with their trunks/tailgates open for trick-or-treaters to receive wrapped candy.  Feel free to decorate!  There will be popcorn, donuts, cider and hot chocolate for everyone. 
Sauble Township Trunk-N-Treat Flyer

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PLANNING/ZONING COMMISSION SPECIAL MEETING -
The Planning/Zoning Commission will hold a SPECIAL MEETING on Wednesday, September 21, 2022, 6 PM, to make final corrections to the Proposed Zoning Ordinance.

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SPECIAL ASSESSMENT DISTRICTS (SADS) PUBLIC HEARINGS ON INVASIVE WEED CONTROL - 

1.  LOON LAKE SAD - HEARING #2:  Saturday, 10/1/22, 9 AM - Approval of Assessment Roll

2.  SAUBLE LAKES 1-4 SAD - HEARING #1:  Saturday, 10/1/22, 10:30 AM - Creation of SAD

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SUMMER TAXES - Summer Tax payments are due Wednesday, September 14, 2022.  Beth Acker, Treasurer will be in the township office on Tuesday, September 13, 2022, 10 AM - 2PM, and on Wednesday, September 14, 2022, 9 AM - 5 PM to receive tax payments.

You can now pay property taxes online at:
https://www.govpaynow.com/gps/user/cyg/plc/a0054e
2.65% will be added to your credit/debit card payments.  $2.95 flat fee is added to eCheck payments.  The township does not charge this fee, nor do we receive any portion of it.
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SAUBLE-ELK-EDEN NEW FIRE STATION
Dedication & Open House - 9/3/22, 1 - 4 PM
Public Welcome!


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PROPOSED SAUBLE TOWNSHIP ZONING ORDINANCE
- The Planning and Zoning Commission has completed their work on drafting a new Sauble Township Zoning Ordinance.  You may review a copy by clicking here - Proposed Sauble Township Zoning Ordinance
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The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a Public Hearing to hear public comments.  This meeting is planned for September 6, 2022, 6:00 PM, at the Sauble Township Hall.   

For more information, click ZONING ORDINANCE, under the ZONING tab.  


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SPECIAL ASSESSMENT DISTRICTS (SADS) PUBLIC HEARINGS ON INVASIVE WEED CONTROL - 

1.  LOON LAKE SAD - HEARING #1:  Saturday, 9/10/22, 9 AM - Creation of SAD Public Hearing
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SPECIAL MEETING NOTICE - The Sauble Township Board of Trustees will hold a Special Meeting on Monday, July 18, 2022, 6 PM to discuss Special Assessment Calculations for Campgrounds and Trailer Parks.

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ELECTION NEWS FOR AUGUST 2, 2022  - Click links below for each Notice:
Notice of Close of Registration - Monday, July 18, 2022
Notice of Election August 2

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SUMMER NEWSLETTER 2022  - click here


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SUMMER TAXES
 - NEW INFO - Sauble Township is now using KCI (Kent Communications Inc.) to mail out our Summer Taxes.  Taxes will be mailed out on July 1st as usual.  Our summer newsletter will be printed on the reverse side.

You can now pay property taxes online at:
https://www.govpaynow.com/gps/user/cyg/plc/a0054e
2.65% will be added to your credit/debit card payments.  $2.95 flat fee is added to eCheck payments.  The township does not charge this fee, nor do we receive any portion of it.
 
1% per month interest will be added after summer tax due date.  On March 1, 2023, delinquent property taxes are payable to the Lake County Treasurer with additional interest and penalty.  Check (made out to Sauble Township) must clear or receipt is void.  Postmarks are not accepted.  For receipts, send self-addressed, stamped envelope to 8906 W 6 Mile Rd, Irons, MI, 49644. 

During Tax Season, Beth Acker, Treasurer will hold Office Hours on Tuesdays, 10 am - 2 pm.  Contact Beth Acker, Sauble Township Treasurer at 248-877-0084 or [email protected].


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ELECTIONS - If you are a registered voter in Sauble Township you are eligible to vote in the following Elections:

PRIMARY ELECTION - Tuesday, August 3, 2022
GENERAL ELECTION - Tuesday, November 8, 2022


The Polls are open from 7 AM - 8 PM on both dates.  You have the option of voting in person or by absentee ballot.  Contact Gail Raad, Sauble Township Clerk, at 231-266-8384 or by email at [email protected]

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PHONE CALLS TO SAUBLE TOWNSHIP - Please remember that township officials are not in the office every day.  Please feel free to leave a message at 231-266-8384 and we will return your call as soon as possible. 
Treasurer, Beth Acker is in the office on Tuesdays during tax season, 10 am - 2 pm.  Or you may contact her at 248-877-0084.
Land Use/Zoning Administrator, Bill Rodgers - can be reached at 616-890-7635.
Clerk, Gail Raad - please leave a message at 231-266-8384.
Supervisor, Mary Ann Nugent 
- typically in the office most days, 10 am -2 pm, or can be reached at 616-550-8169.


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COMMUNITY GARDEN PLOTS - We have a few garden plots left.  $10 each.  Stop in the township office for the application and to reserve a plot.  Or check out the COMMUNITY GARDEN page under the INFORMATION Tab.  t's not too late to plant!  
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LAND USE PERMITS - Sauble Township is a ZONED COMMUNITY.  Please consult with our Land Use Administrator, Bill Rodgers, 616-890-7635, BEFORE you begin a project.  

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BURN PERMITS - https://www2.dnr.state.mi.us/burnpermits/
Before you burn, please check to see if burning is allowed.  Conditions have been extremely dry even with some rain.  An ember from your fire can start another fire/wild land fire and you would be responsible for costs incurred.  

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SPONGY MOTH (formerly Gypsy Moth) - At our May 9, 2022 Regular Board Meeting, we had a guest speaker from North Country Cooperative Invasive Species Management Area. Emma Constantino, Outreach Coordinator from CISMA provided general information on this invasive species and how to minimize their impact on your property. Emma also answered specific questions from the citizens in attendance.
We are hoping this is the last year of the Spongy Moth cycle until they appear again in 8-10 years.

For information on controlling SPONGY MOTHS:

Visit https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJaDr22de1K3RGXjdmMP7Vg
       OR
Visit www.NorthCountyInvasives.org, then scroll over the Resources tab and click on "Videos"

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SPONGY (GYPSY) MOTH - At our Regular Township Meeting on Monday, May 9, 2022, 6 PM, we will have a Guest Speaker from North Country Cooperative Invasive Species Management Area (CISMA) on the topic of Spongy Moth.  All are welcome to attend to learn more and ask questions. 

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SAUBLE & EDEN TOWSHIPS - LARGE ITEM CLEAN UP - Saturday, May 14, 2022, 9 am - 12 noon, at Skinner Park.

No TIRES accepted
No Household Trash or Garbage
No Hazardous Waste (no appliances with FREON)


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MAY ELECTION - There is NO May Election for Sauble Township Residents on May 3, 2022.  

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THE S.E.E. FIRE DEPARTMENT & IRONS AREA TOURIST ASSOCIATION EASTER EGG HUNT - Saturday, April 16, 2022, 11:00 AM.  Hunt starts at 11am sharp at Skinner Park. Be sure to arrive early for registration (up to age 13) and to meet the Easter Bunny.  



BOARD OF REVIEW: 
The Sauble Township 2022 Board of Review March dates are as follows:
  
Friday, March 4 - 2:30-3:30 - Organizational Meeting
Monday, March 14 - 12-6 PM - Appeals
Tuesday, March 15 - 2 - 5 PM - Appeals
Tuesday, March 15 - 6 - 9 PM - Appeals
Monday, March 21 - 1 PM Closing Meeting


The Board of Review will meet as many more days as deemed necessary to hear questions, protests, and to equalize the 2022 assessments.  By board resolution, taxpayers are able to protest by letter, or email to: [email protected] or mailed to:
         
          Sauble Township Board of Review
          8906 W. 6 Mile RD
          Irons, MI 49644


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MARCH 1, 2022 - 2021 WINTER TAXES ARE NO LONGER PAYABLE AT THE TOWNSHIP.  Late tax payments are to paid at the Lake County Treasurer's Office at the County Courthouse Building in Baldwin.

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SPECIAL MEETING/BUDGET WORKSHOP
Sauble Township will hold a Budget Workshop on Thursday, March 3, 2022, 1-4 PM, at the Sauble Township Hall.  The purpose of the meeting is for planning/preparing the 2022-2023 Budget.

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PHONE CALLS TO SAUBLE TOWNSHIP:
Please remember that township officials are not in the office every day.  Please feel free to leave a message at 231-255-8384 and we will return your call as soon as possible. 

Treasurer, Beth Acker is in the office on Tuesdays during tax season, 10 am - 2 pm.  Or you may contact her at 248-877-0084.

Land Use/Zoning Administrator, Bill Rodgers - can be reached at 616-890-7635.

Clerk, Gail Raad - please leave a message at 231-266-8384.

Supervisor, Mary Ann Nugent
- can be reached at 616-550-8169.


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BOARD OF REVIEW:  The Sauble Township 2022 Board of Review March dates are as follows:  

Friday, March 4 - 2:30-3:30 - Organizational Meeting
Monday, March 14 - 12-6 PM - Appeals
Tuesday, March 15 - 2 - 5 PM - Appeals
Tuesday, March 15 - 6 - 9 PM - Appeals
Monday, March 21 - 1 PM Closing Meeting


The Board of Review will meet as many more days as deemed necessary to hear questions, protests, and to equalize the 2022 assessments.  By board resolution, taxpayers are able to protest by letter, or email to: [email protected] or mailed to:
          Sauble Township Board of Review
          8906 W. 6 Mile RD
          Irons, MI 49644

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COVID-19  is still:  when visiting our township hall, please be respectful of everyone's health and help prevent the spread of Covid-19 by following precautions, e.g., wearing a mask, maintaining a 6 ft. distance, and not visiting the township hall when sick. Thank you for your cooperation!

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WINTER TAXES DUE:  FEBRUARY 14, 2021
Beth Acker, Treasurer will be in the office, Tuesday, February 8, 2022 and on Monday, February 14, 2022, 10 AM - 2 PM.  In addition Beth will be in the office on Monday, February 28, 9 AM - 5 PM, the last day to pay LATE taxes at the township office. After that, taxes are paid at the Lake County Treasurer's Office in Baldwin (Courthouse Building).

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CHANGE TO REGULAR BOARD MEETING TIME:
The Sauble Township Regular Board meetings have been changed (from 7 PM) to 6 PM, starting on January 10, 2022.  All regular board meetings will now begin at 6 PM.

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NEW TREASURER:  Beth Acker is the new Sauble Township Interim Treasurer.  Due to the resignation of Abbey Sisson, The Sauble Township Board of Trustees held a Special Meeting on Monday, December 6, 2021, 10:00 AM and accepted the resignation.  Beth Acker resigned as Trustee and the Board appointed Beth Acker as Interim Treasurer.  Beth will be available in the Township Office on Tuesdays, 10 AM - 2 PM during Tax Season.  For information or questions, please call (231) 266-8384 or (248) 877-0084 (cell).

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SPECIAL MEETING - SAUBLE BOARD OF TRUSTEES - A Special Meeting for the Sauble Township Board of Trustees will be held on Monday, 12/6/21, 10:00 AM, at the Sauble Township Hall.  Agenda items include Resignation of Treasurer, Abbey Sisson, Resignation of Trustee, Beth Acker, appointment of Beth Acker as Interim Treasurer. All meetings are open to the public.

Posted by Mary Ann Nugent, Supervisor
12/5/21, 11:00 AM

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SAUBLE TOWNSHIP'S PLANNING COMMISSION  - The Planning Commission will meet on Tuesday, December 7, 2021, 6 PM to continue its review of the Draft Zoning Ordinance.  All meetings are open to the public.

Posted by Mary Ann Nugent, Supervisor
12/5/21, 11:00 AM

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SPECIAL MEETING - SAUBLE BOARD OF TRUSTEES - A Special Meeting for the Sauble Township Board of Trustees will be held on Wednesday, 12/1/21, 4:30 PM at the Sauble Township Hall.  Discussion and Resolution on hiring an Office Assistant for Clerk/Deputy Clerk, Treasurer/Deputy Treasurer and duties.

Posted by Mary Ann Nugent, Supervisor
11/30/21, 4:27 PM

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IRONS CHRISTMAS PARADE
Saturday, December 4, 2021
1:00 PM  
Downtown, Irons, MI
For more information, contact organizer, Pat Boik, at
[email protected]



LAKE COUNTY ORV WORKSHOP
December 10, 2021
1:00 PM
Commissioners Room (Lake County Courthouse)
Discussion Only, No Decisions Made




SAUBLE TOWNSHIP'S PLANNING COMMISSION  - The Planning Commission will meet on Tuesday, November 17, 2021, 6 PM to continue its review of the Draft Zoning Ordinance.  All meetings are open to the public.  
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​NOTICE OF SPECIAL MEETING OF THE
​SAUBLE TOWNSHIP BOARD


DATE:                  November 15, 2021
TIME:                   8:00 A.M.
WHERE:              Sauble Township Hall
                             8906 West 6 Mile Road
                             
Irons, MI 49644
 
TENTATIVE MEETING AGENDA

1.  CALL TO ORDER
2. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
3. PUBLIC COMMENTS
4. DISCUSSION CONCERNING TREASURER'S DUTIES [Possibly in closed session if requested  pursuant to MCL 15.268(a)]
5. CONSIDERATION AND POSSIBLE ADOPTION OF RESOLUTIONS CONCERNING TREASURER
6. ADJOURN

Notice posted by Mary Ann Nugent, Supervisor
11/14/21, 12:34 PM @ Sauble Township Hall





SAUBLE TOWNSHIP'S PLANNING COMMISSION  - The Planning Commission will meet on Tuesday, November 2, 2021, 6 PM to continue its review of the Draft Zoning Ordinance.  All meetings are open to the public.  

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SAUBLE TOWNSHIP'S PLANNING COMMISSION WILL HOLD THE DRAFT MASTER PLAN PUBLIC HEARING ON - Wednesday, October 20, 6:00 PM.  If you wish to review the draft of the Master Plan, there are 2 printed copies available at the township office, and copies available at Pathfinder Library (Baldwin) and at the Luther Library.  The draft Master Plan is also available on this website - TOWNSHIP/BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS/PLANNING COMMISSION/INFORMATION


SAUBLE TOWNSHIP'S ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS WILL HOLD A ZONING VARIANCE HEARING -Tuesday, September 28, 6 PM.  


BIG BASS LAKE SCHOOL, aka LAKE NATAHKI SCHOOL OPEN HOUSE (Sauble Township Hall): 
As part of the Lake County Sesquicentennial Celebration, Sauble Township will hold an Open House on Saturday, September 25, 12 - 3PM.


TRUNK-N-TREAT:  Sauble Township will NOT be sponsoring the Trunk-N-Treat event this year on Saturday, October 30, 2021.


However, individuals may park along the ball field fence at the township park if they choose, decorate their vehicle pass out candy. Parents may choose to bring their children to do a trunk-n-treat on their own. This would NOT be a township-sponsored activity.  Please use caution, distancing, and appropriate measures to be safe and have fun. 🎃


SAUBLE TOWNSHIP - SCHOOL HOUSE - OPEN HOUSE:   Saturday, September 25, 2021, 12-3 PM.  This event is in conjunction with the Lake County Historical Museum's Sesquicentennial Celebration, 9/25 - 10/2/21.


PLANNING COMMISSION - The Sauble Township Planning Commission will hold a Special Meeting (work session) to continue review of the DRAFT Zoning Ordinance, on Wednesday, September 15, 2021, 6:00 PM at the Sauble Township Hall.


SUMMER TAXES:  The last day to pay Summer Taxes at the township is Tuesday, September 14, 2021.  The treasurer will be at the Sauble Township Hall 9 AM - 5 PM on this day. After this date, payment must be made at the Lake County Treasurer’s Office.


BASS -LITTLE BASS LAKE SAD HEARING:
Sauble Township Property owners on BB/LB Lakes may attend the SAD (Special Assessment District) HEARING #2 for Lake Weed Control on Saturday, August 28, 2021, at 9 AM at the township hall.  This hearing is to approve the assessment roll for the special assessment district.

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NEW FLAGPOLE/FLAG INSTALLATION - Sauble Township applied for and received a grant from Great Lakes Energy People's Fund for a new flagpole and flag replacement.  The old one was rusting out and in disrepair. 

At the August 9, 2021 Regular Township Board Meeting, the Boy Scouts of Troop 61 performed a flag raising ceremony outside at the new flagpole at the opening of the meeting.  


PLANNING COMMISSION SPECIAL MEETING - The Sauble Township Planning Commission will hold a Special Meeting (work session) to continue review of the DRAFT Zoning Ordinance, on Wednesday, August 18, 2021, 6:00 PM at the Sauble Township Hall.


ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS   - The Sauble Township Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a Special Organizational Meeting on Wednesday, 7/28/21, 6:00 PM at the township hall.  The purpose of the meeting is to elect a chairperson, secretary, and to provide information to new and current members.



LITTLE FREE LENDING LIBRARY -  The Luther Area Public Library has provided Sauble Township the "Little Free Lending Library" box located at the entrance to Sauble Township Hall. The Luther Library staff stocked it with books to get us started. The premise is to take a book to read, return it or return with another book(s) for others to read. Please stop by and check it out!

The library boxes were made by students in industrial arts classes at Pine River High School and installed by a volunteer.

Sauble Township is in the Luther Area Public Library service area.


NEW SAUBLE TOWNSHIP BOARD APPOINTMENT - Due to the resignation of Trustee Monica Blankenship, the Sauble Township Board appointed Beth Acker to serve as a Trustee for the remainder of the elected term.  Beth previously served as Deputy Treasurer and will also replace Monica Blankenship as the Ex-Officio/Secretary member of the Planning Commission.


PLANNING COMMISSION:  The Planning Commission will hold Special Meetings on the 3rd Wednesday of each month through November.  The purpose of these extra meetings are to review and work on the draft zoning ordinance.  
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BIG BASS -LITTLE BASS LAKE SAD HEARING:
Sauble Township Property owners on BB/LB Lakes may attend the SAD (Special Assessment District) HEARING #2 for Lake Weed Control on Saturday, August 28, 2021, at 9 AM at the township hall.  This hearing is to approve the assessment roll for the special assessment district.


FIREWORKS - ​Per Michigan state law, no fireworks may be set off or launched from any public property. This includes all Sauble Township property on 6 Mile RD (township hall, parking lots, grounds, Lindley Park ball diamond, playground, basketball courts, pavilion area, fields, and all grounds), and the Community Garden parcel on  Hamilton RD.  https://www.michigan.gov/som/0,4669,7-192-29943_34759-500873--,00.html


NEW ASSESSOR - As of 7/1/21, Sauble Township has contracted with Greg Barnett as Assessor.  Mr. Barnett serves as assessor in 6 other townships in Lake, Osceola, and Mason counties and is a lifelong resident and property owner in Lake County.  His phone number is 231-233-8161.  Email:  [email protected]
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BOARD OF REVIEW -
The July 20, 2021 Board of Review meeting is changed to 10 AM (from 1-4 PM). This meeting addresses PRE, VE, PE, Clerical Errors & Omissions.  BOR members and Assessor.


SAUBLE TOWNSHIP SUMMER 2021 NEWSLETTER
The Sauble Township Summer 2021 Newsletter will be in included in the Summer Tax mailing.  Also the newsletter is available on this website under the INFORMATION tab.


​SAUBLE TOWNSHIP PARKING LOT:  
On Wednesday, June 16, 2021, the Sauble Township Hall parking lot will be resealed and blocked off from all vehicles for 2 additional days.  You may park at the park across the street from the fire station if you need to come to the township office.  There will be noise and dust associated with this project.  Thank you for your understanding!


POWER WASHING:
Hopefully, beginning 6/16/21, we will be doing some power washing of the township hall building.  This might take a few days and there will be some noise.  Thank you for your understanding as we do some maintenance projects.



BIG BASS -LITTLE BASS LAKE SAD HEARING:
Sauble Township Property owners on BB/LB Lakes may attend the SAD (Special Assessment District) HEARING for Lake Weed Control on Saturday, June 19, 2021, at 9 AM at the township hall.  


PLANNING COMMISSION - SPECIAL MEETING:
The Sauble Township Planning Commission is holding a Special Meeting on Tuesday, May 18, 5:00 PM, at the township hall to continue work on the Draft Master Plan and Zoning.
  


SAUBLE TOWNSHIP COMMUNITY GARDEN:
Please contact the township office at 231-266-8384 if you want to reserve a plot in the Community Garden. Plots are $10 each. Once we know how many people want plots we can stake them out and assign them.

The Community Garden was founded on the premise of donations of produce to the Bread of Life Food Pantry in Baldwin. Each gardener will be asked to grow an extra plant or two for donations. We will have a tub at the garden for your donations and it will be delivered on a weekly basis to the food pantry. In addition, several plots are reserved for corn that is planted specifically for donation.

If you have any questions, please email [email protected] or call 231-266-8384.


PLANNING COMMISSION:
The Planning Commission has been working on the township's Master Plan.  The Draft Master Plan is available for download on this website:  Scroll to Township/Boards and Commissions/Planning Commission.


LARGE ITEM CLEAN UP:  
Saturday, May 15, 2021
9 AM - 12 PM (noon)
Skinner Park, Irons 

-Sauble and Eden Township Residents only!
- NO HOUSEHOLD TRASH/GARBAGE
- NO TIRES



SPECIAL MEETING - Friday, May 7,  9 AM, Sauble Township Board will hold a SPECIAL MEETING for assessing information and  review of the (draft) Master Plan.


SAUBLE TOWNSHIP SPRING PROJECTS:
*Large Item Clean-up - 5/15, 9 AM - 12 PM,
    Skinner Park
*Parking Lot - Reseal
*Softball Field - Bleacher repair
*Playground - New mulch and equipment repair
*Basketball backboard, court lines
*New flagpole/flag installation (grant funded)



SAUBLE-ELK-EDEN JOINT BUILDING AUTHORITY
The Sauble-Elk-Eden Joint Building Authority will have a ground-breaking ceremony for the new SEEFD Central Fire Station, on Saturday, May 1, 2021, at 11:00 AM.  The public is invited to attend. The site is located at 6711 W. 8 Mile Rd, Irons, MI.  Local TV Stations and the Lake County Star have been invited to attend.


SPECIAL ELECTION TUESDAY, MAY 4, 2021:
Westshore Educational Service District
Special Education Millage Renewal Proposal

 
This proposal will permit the intermediate school district to continue to levy Special Education Millage previously approved by the electors.  
 

VISIT:  
https://mvic.sos.state.mi.us/
This website provides information on how to vote, how to register to vote, voting absentee, etc.

If you would like an absentee application for the May 4th School Election you can contact Gail Raad, either by phone, 266-8384, or by email,  [email protected]


LARGE ITEM CLEAN UP:  
Saturday, May 15, 2021
9 AM - 12 PM (noon)
Skinner Park, Irons
 
Sauble and Eden Township Residents only!

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EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS:
LAKE COUNTY CITIZENS EMERGENCY GUIDE 

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SAUBLE-ELK-EDEN FIRE DEPT
EASTER EGG HUNT

Saturday, April 3, 2021
11:00 am, Skinner Park, Irons
Free, ages 13 and under
Register for prizes
Social Distancing, Masks 
No refreshments
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REGULAR BOARD MEETING:
Monday, April 12, 2021, 7:00 PM
In-Person Only


​REGULAR BOARD MEETING: 
Monday, March 8, 2021,  7:00 PM  
3/5/21 - IN-PERSON MEETINGS ARE NOW ALLOWED.
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COVID-19:  when visiting our township hall, please remember to help prevent the spread of Covid-19 by following precautions, e.g., wearing a mask, maintaining a 6 ft. distance, and not visiting the township hall when sick. Thank you for your cooperation.


WINTER TAXES 2021 - The last day to pay property taxes without penalty is Tuesday, February 16, 2021. 
Abbey Sisson, Sauble Township Treasurer, is available at the Township Office to receive taxes on Tuesdays,  9 AM - 2 PM, during tax season.   After March 1, 2021, delinquent taxes must be either mailed or submitted in person to the Lake County Treasurer's Office in Baldwin.  

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LAND USE /ZONING:  If you are planning any new construction projects (additions, new builds, decks, garages, sheds, patios, etc.) please contact our Land Use Administrator, Bill Rodgers, [email protected], for questions on zoning information and obtaining a Land Use Permit, if needed.  The Lake County Building Department will not issue any permits unless a current Land Use Permit has been issued.
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TOWNSHIP CALENDAR 2025
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January 7 - Planning Commission, 6 PM
January 13 - Regular Board Meeting, 6 PM

February 4 - Planning Commission, 6 PM
​February 14 - WINTER TAXES DUE
February 10 - Regular Township Board Meeting, 6 PM
February 28 - Last Day for Winter Tax Payments at Township - now payable at Lake County Treasurer's Office

March 4 - Planning Commission, 6 PM
March 4 - Board of Review Org. Meeting, 12-1 PM
​March 10 - Board of Review 12-6 PM, Appeals
March 10 - NO REGULAR BOARD MTG, changed to 3/24/25
March 11 - Board of Review 2-5 PM & 6-9 PM, Appeals
March 11 - Special Meeting, Budget Workshop, 10 AM - 3 PM
March 14 - Board of Appeals, 9 AM, Closing Meeting
March 18 - Special Meeting, Budget Workshop, 1:00 PM
March 24 - Regular Township Board Meeting &
                     2024-2025  Budget Hearing, 6 PM

April 1 - Planning Commission, 6 PM - CANCELED, NO QUORUM
April 14 - Regular Township Board Meeting, 6 PM

May 6 - Planning Commission, 6 PM  
May 12 - Regular Township Board Meeting, 6 PM

June 3 - Planning Commission, 6 PM
June - 9 - Regular Township Board Meeting, 6 PM


July 1 - SUMMER TAXES & Newsletter mailed out
July 1 - Planning Commission, 6 PM- PUBLIC HEARING TO REPEAL ZONING ORDINANCE
July 12 - Large Item Clean-Up, 8am - 12pm, @ Eden Twp (Irons)
July 14 - Regular Township Board Meeting, 6 PM
July 14 - Special Meeting of Election Committee (during Reg Mtg)

TBD - July Board of Review, 1:30 m


August  5 - ELECTION for Mason County only
August 5 - Planning Commission, 6 PM
August 11 - Regular Township Board Meeting, 6 PM

September 2 - Planning Commission, 6 PM 

September 8 - Regular Township Board Meeting, 6 PM
September    - Summer Taxes Due

October 7 - Planning Commission, 6 PM
October 13 - Regular Township Board Meeting, 6 PM

October 25 - TRUNK-N-TREAT, 5-6:30 PM

November 4 - Planning Commission, 6 PM
November 10 - Regular Township Board Meeting, 6 PM
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December 1 - Winter Taxes & Newsletter Mailed Out
​December 2 - Planning Commission, 6 PM
December 8- Regular Township Board Meeting, 6 PM

December    - Board of Review

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​Sauble Township, Lake County, Michigan

8906 West 6 Mile Road
Irons, MI  49644
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Phone: 231-266-8384
Email: [email protected]

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