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(Editor’s Note: Peninsula Township Supervisor Maura Sanders reviews in with updates concerning the vineyard lawsuit, the Ag Advisory Committee, job alternatives, fireworks, devices on poles and extra. Big because of Maura for these weekly updates that maintain us tuned into what’s taking place on the Township places of work. Read on for this week’s word. -jb)
The Agricultural Advisory Committee (AAC) met this week. There was some nice dialogue on the method for suggestions to the Planning Commission. There is/was concern how the WOMP lawsuit will have an effect on ahead motion with suggestions and actions taken. As I advised the AAC, “foot on the gas.” The Township Board is dedicated to staying agile and progressive throughout this attraction course of.
There was a terrific presentation and dialogue on agritourism. The AAC is working to create a definition for our zoning ordinance. Patrick Brys (Brys Estate Vineyard and Winery, TC Tourism and PURE Michigan Travel Commission) introduced on behalf of the agritourism sub-committee. Here is the YouTube hyperlink to look at; the packet plus two additions might be discovered here.
The Parks Committee (PkC) will meet subsequent week. View the agenda here and the assembly packet here.
Peninsula Township Request for Proposals for Appraisals of Township Real Property info is out there on the Township website.
Update from the Grand Traverse County Road Commission relating to the devices on poles seen across the Peninsula affixed to visitors indicators: “We are currently conducting a county-wide car count on most roads. This data collection takes approximately 48 hours per road, after which we will move on to the next road. The project will continue over the next month. We will utilize the car count data for information to help develop a five-year plan for road upgrades.”
Employment Opportunity – Full-Time Assistant to the Planning, Zoning, and Assessing Department: Peninsula Township is looking for a detail-oriented, organized, and motivated particular person to function a Full-Time Planning, Zoning, and Assessing Assistant. This place gives administrative and technical assist to the Township’s Planning and Zoning Department and Assessing Department, helping with quite a lot of planning, zoning, and land use actions. The function includes direct interplay with the general public and Township workers. For a job full description click here (high of the fitting hand column). Submit a resume and canopy letter by September 11, 2025 to Maura Sanders, Township Supervisor, [email protected], or 13235 Center Road, Traverse City, MI 49686.
The Zoning Office:
Employment Opportunity – Part-time Peninsula Township Code Enforcement Officer. Peninsula Township is accepting letters of curiosity/resumes for a part-time Code Enforcement Officer. Appointee have to be obtainable nights and weekends. This place is for 15 hours most per week. Click here to view the job description. For extra information, contact Township Supervisor Maura Sanders, [email protected], or name (231) 223-7323. Please submit a letter of curiosity and/or resume to Township Clerk Becky Chown, [email protected], or by mail to 13235 Center Road, Traverse City, MI 49686.
Septic Informational Webinar for Residents: SepticSensible Week is September 15-19 and goals to lift consciousness of efficient septic administration among the many 1.3 million Michigan residents whose wastewater is handled by a septic system. This features a free webinar on September 15 at 9 a.m., providing schooling on correct use and routine care of septic methods to assist owners keep away from expensive repairs and defend the well being of groundwater, lakes and streams. Find extra assets for native governments on septic schooling on the SepticSmart webpage.
Weather allowing, the Township workplace/corridor parking heaps will likely be closed to car and foot visitors Friday, September 5, by way of Sunday, September 7, for parking zone repaving.
As we inch in the direction of the top of August and the Labor Day vacation, please keep in mind that Peninsula Township helps Public Act 256 of 2011 relating to shopper fireworks for nationwide holidays. We don’t enable business fireworks shows at any time. Here is the ordinance to assist reply your questions.
The Peninsula Community Library (PCL) will likely be internet hosting a VERSITI Blood Drive from 1 p.m. – 5 p.m. on August 27, 2025.
Old Mission Peninsula School is enrolling for the brand new faculty yr and in addition hiring. We are a really fortunate neighborhood to have this chance for our youngest residents to thrive!
On August 19, WOMP filed a Plaintiffs’ Notice of Cross Appeal. “Notice is hereby given that all Plaintiffs cross-appeal to the United States Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit from the final judgment entered on July 7, 2025 (ECF No. 624), the Bench Opinion entered on July 7, 2025 (ECF No. 623), and all prior orders issued in this case.”
At this time, we have no idea what the attraction is for, and we’ll submit an replace as quickly as obtainable. (For the newest vineyard lawsuit information, click on right here. For all vineyard lawsuit information and opinions, click on right here. -jb)
Peninsula Township has a full monetary audit achieved on the finish of each fiscal yr. Since the swimsuit has been introduced, there was a word in that audit relating to unconstitutional ordinances and the potential financial damages.
Please regulate all upcoming meetings through the Township web site and our live-streamed conferences (saved for 30 days) on our YouTube Channel.
Have a terrific weekend, everybody!
Maura Sanders, Peninsula Township Supervisor
Phone: (231) 223-7323
Email: [email protected]
Office Hours: Mondays 7:30 a.m. to six:30 p.m.; Tuesdays – Thursdays 7:30 a.m. to five p.m.; closed Friday – Sunday and Holidays. If TCAPS is closed because of climate, Peninsula Township places of work are closed at the very least till 10 a.m. Please test the website homepage for any updates.
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