Current Information
There will be a public hearing concerning the rate increase for customers of the Gun Lake sewer system at the Yankee Springs Township Hall on Monday, August 11, 2014 at 7 PM.
The 2013 Annual Water Quality Report of the Yankee Springs Township Public Water System is available for examination at the Yankee Springs Township Office or at the Gun Lake Water and Sewer System during normal business hours.
Request for Re-Roofing Proposals
Yankee Springs Township, of Barry County Michigan, is soliciting proposals for a new Standing Seam Metal Roofing System for the Township Offices/Hall complete facility at 284 N Briggs Road, Middleville, Michigan 49333.
Proposals will be opened at the Township Board of Trustees business workshop meeting open to the public, beginning at 7:00 PM on June 25, 2014.
Contact the Township Office at 269-795-9091 for more detailed Bidding requirements and specifications.
DOG CENSUS of BARRY COUNTY
Beginning on May 1, 2014, a dog census will begin in Barry County. Licensing Information, application, and a fee schedule can be obtained by calling the Barry County Animal Shelter at 269-948-4885. A $25.00 Fine will be issued to any household with one or more unlicensed dogs. A current rabies shot is required to obtain a license.
Additional information can be obtained at barrycounty.org., County Department tab, Animal Shelter.
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VETERANS MEMORIAL
Yankee Springs Township is pleased to announce that Jim Orr and his committee are undertaking a project that will honor all living and deceased members of U.S. Military, including the Natinal Guard . This memorial will be located at the corner of M-179 and Payne Lake Road (Fire Station) with a projected cost of $98,000.00. This Memorial will be funded by "donations only"--no taxpayer dollars will be used. Completion is expected by May of 2015.
If you would like to contribute to this project with a monetary donation, look for any of the "donation jars" located in various area businesses or send it to:
Yankee Springs Township
Att: Veterans Memorial fund
284 N. Briggs Road
Middleville MI 49333
There will be fund raisers and "in memory" bricks sold in the up coming months. Any questions you have please email Jim direct at: jpo68cts@core.com or call the Township office.
Visit the website: http://www.yankeespringsveteransmemorial.org
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BARRY COUNTY BROADBAND
April 7, 2013
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