DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE CLERK’S DEPARTMENT

 

In addition to numerous ancillary duties, Michigan law requires the Township Clerk to carry out major responsibilities involving township recordkeeping, financial operations and elections.

 

For information on any of the following responsibilities contact the Clerk’s Department

(248) 960-7020

 

 

 

By Statute:

 

  • Maintains custody of all township records
  • Records and maintains township meeting minutes
  • Keeps the township book of oaths
  • Responsible for special meeting notices
  • Keeps township ordinance books
  • Maintains general ledger
  • Prepares warrants for township checks
  • Prepares financial statements
  • Delivers tax certificates to supervisor prior to September 30
  • Maintains voter registration files and conducts elections
  • Must appoint a deputy

 

In Addition:

 

  • Maintains Cemetery Records
  • Issues Permits and Licenses (Liquor Licenses, Massage Permits, Mechanical Amusement Device Permits, Banner Permits, Solicitors Licenses, Fireworks Permits)
  • Freedom Of Information Officer
  • Maintains Ordinances
  • Purchasing Coordinator
  • Human Resource Coordinator
  • Publishes and posts all Public Notices
  • Refuse Collection Information Distribution
  • New Resident Information Center