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Waterfront Survey Summary

Waterfront Survey Summary
Since the 1990’s, Hayes Township has had regulations that pertain to waterfront property owners. To better understand the level of awareness that property owners have of these regulations and explore options for future consideration, the planning commission developed a survey for waterfront property owners and township residents in the winter/spring of 2017.

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Get Involved With Your Township

Paid or volunteer, have you ever considered participating in your Township? Occasional positions need to be filled. From various committees to Zoning Board of Appeals, Planning Commission, Board of Review, Public Parks and many more. If interested please use the Position Application Form provided for your review and consideration.
Questions contact me on my page RON VANZEE, Supervisor to Hayes Township, Charlevoix County Michigan.

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Park Camp Sea-Gull Master Plan online

The Camp Sea-Gull Park Master Plan file is available on the Hayes Township web site page for viewing and/or downloading. This report outlines the planning process and proposed projects for future conversion of the park for public use.
Camp Sea-Gull is located in Hayes Township along the north shore of Lake Charlevoix. The park is near the Dunmaglas Golf Course and surrounded by large parcels of agricultural and forest land.
The Little Traverse Conservancy owns and maintains a nature reserve to the park’s north. 
Once a privately owned summer camp, the park was acquired by Hayes Township in 2014 with the assistance of a DNR Trust Fund Grant.
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Precinct inspectors

If you have ever wondered how to become more active in government, there are plenty of opportunities for you that do not involve running for elected office. Michigan has 83 counties, 274 cities, and 1,242 townships. During an election, each of these units of government requires a staff of paid workers to work at the polls. Precinct inspectors are people who are paid to assist voters at the polls on Election Day.

Registered voters interested in serving as election inspectors must

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Is that cottage on a seasonal road?

Is that cottage on a seasonal road?

Is that cottage on a seasonal road?

Michigan has always been a prime destination for those who love to experience all four seasons, the Great Lakes, and other gorgeous scenery. Many home buyers like to invest in second homes at their vacation spots. However, if you are not from one of Michigan’s recreational areas, you may be unfamiliar with the concept of seasonal roads.

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