NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
WINDSOR CHARTER TOWNSHIP
Grand Pointe Subdivision Improvements Special Assessment District

TO: ALL RECORD OWNERS OF OR PARTIES IN INTEREST IN LAND IN THE SPECIAL ASSESSMENT DISTRICT DESCRIBED BELOW:

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Township Board of Windsor Charter Township, Eaton County, Michigan, will hold a public hearing at 7 p.m. on April 14, 2026, at the Windsor Charter Township Emergency Services Building (300 W. Jefferson St., Dimondale, MI 48821), to review the proposed special assessment roll and hear objections thereto from certain record owners of land in the Township for improvements to the water main within Grand Pointe Subdivision in Windsor Charter Township, Eaton County, Michigan (hereafter referred to as “Grand Pointe Subdivision Improvements”) at an estimated cost to the Special Assessment District as outlined in Exhibit B of Township Resolution 26-006, among other sources, that is available for inspection by the public, in a special assessment district described herein. The improvements and the special assessment district established by the Township Board as the district against which the cost of the improvements is to be assessed are generally described as follows:

Proposed Grand Pointe Subdivision Improvements: A project to make improvements to, among other things, improve the water main located in Grand Pointe Subdivision in Windsor Charter Township, Eaton County, Michigan, which can be summarized as a project to improve Grand Pointe Subdivision.

Proposed Special Assessment District:
080-050-500-010-00, 080-050-500-270-00, 080-050-500-520-00, 080-050-500-781-00, 080-050-500-020-00, 080-050-500-280-00, 080-050-500-530-00, 080-050-500-790-00, 080-050-500-032-00, 080-050-500-291-00, 080-050-500-540-00, 080-050-500-800-00,080-050-500-040-00, 080-050-500-311-00, 080-050-500-550-00, 080-050-500-810-00,080-050-500-050-00, 080-050-500-320-00, 080-050-500-560-00, 080-050-500-820-00, 080-050-500-060-00, 080-050-500-330-00, 080-050-500-570-00, 080-050-500-830-01, 080-050-500-070-00, 080-050-500-340-00, 080-050-500-580-00, 080-050-500-851-00, 080-050-500-080-00, 080-050-500-350-00, 080-050-500-590-00, 080-050-500-871-00, 080-050-500-090-00, 080-050-500-360-00 080-050-500-600-00, 080-050-500-882-00, 080-050-500-110-00, 080-050-500-370-00, 080-050-500-610-00, 080-050-500-891-00, 080-050-500-120-00, 080-050-500-381-00, 080-050-500-620-00, 080-050-500-910-00, 080-050-500-130-00, 080-050-500-401-00, 080-050-500-630-00, 080-050-500-920-00, 080-050-501-020-00, 080-050-500-410-00, 080-050-500-640-00, 080-050-500-750-00, 080-050-500-140-00, 080-050-500-420-00, 080-050-500-650-00, 080-050-500-930-00, 080-050-500-180-00, 080-050-500-430-00, 080-050-500-660-00, 080-050-500-940-00, 080-050-500-190-00, 080-050-500-440-00, 080-050-500-670-00, 080-050-500-950-00, 080-050-500-200-00, 080-050-500-450-00, 080-050-500-680-00, 080-050-500-960-00, 080-050-500-210-00, 080-050-500-470-00, 080-050-500-691-00, 080-050-500-970-00, 080-050-500-223-00, 080-050-500-480-00, 080-050-500-701-00, 080-050-500-980-00, 080-050-500-240-00, 080-050-500-490-00, 080-050-500-721-00, 080-050-500-990-00, 080-050-500-250-00 080-050-500-500-00, 080-050-500-730-00, 080-050-501-011-00, 080-050-500-260-00, 080-050-500-510-00, 080-050-500-740-00

PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that the proposed special assessment roll has been prepared and is on file with the Township Clerk, Meredith Barnhart-Smith at300 W. Jefferson St., Dimondale, MI 48821, for public examination during ordinary business hours and at the public hearing. The proposed special assessment roll would assess the cost of the improvements at rates located on the proposed special assessment roll.

PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that the owner or any person having an interest in property within the proposed district may file a written appeal with the Michigan Tax Tribunal within thirty (30) days after confirmation of the special assessment roll. However, appearance and protest at the public hearing on the special assessment roll are required in order to appeal the special assessment to the Michigan Tax Tribunal. An owner or other party of interest or his or her agent may: (1) appear in person at the hearing to protest the special assessment; or (2) file his or her appearance or protest by letter before the close of the hearing.

The Township Board shall maintain a record of parties who appear to protest at the hearing. If the hearing is terminated or adjourned for the day before a party is provided with the opportunity to be heard, a party whose appearance was recorded shall be considered to have protested the special assessment in person.

Windsor Charter Township will provide auxiliary aids or services to individuals with disabilities. Persons needing such services should contact the Office of the Township Clerk by writing or calling the Clerk not less than four days before the public hearing.

BY ORDER OF THE TOWNSHIP BOARD
Meredith Barnhart-Smith, Clerk
300 W. Jefferson St.
Dimondale, MI 48821
Phone: (517) 646-0772
clerk@windsortownship.com

5th Annual Windsor Charter Township

🌿 Roadside Clean-Up Day – Join Us!  April 18, 2026 From 10am to 2pm

Starting at the Windsor Charter Township Office 405 W Jefferson Dimondale, MI 48821 🌿

Join us for Roadside Clean-Up Day, a great opportunity to work together, give back, and help keep our township clean and beautiful.

📅 Event Details

Date: Saturday
Check-in Starts at 9:30 Coffee and donuts available at check-in

Clean-Up Time: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Volunteer Cook-Out: 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM

☕ What to Expect

  • Gloves, safety vests, and trash bags provided
  • Volunteer hours / Service hour certificates available upon request
  • A cook-out following the clean-up to thank all participants

🤝 Get Involved

Volunteers of all ages are welcome. Come on your own, as a family, or as a group, your help makes a real difference!

We encourage participants to dress appropriately for outdoor work and wear comfortable shoes.

ITC Oneida-Sabine Lake Project – High Voltage Transmission Lines

There is a decision currently underway  for high voltage transmission line routes being proposed through Windsor Charter Township.  The power line company ITC is looking to connect substations.  A Fact Sheet is provided on the link: https://www.mifuturegrid.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Oneida-Sabine_Lake_FINAL-2.pdf .  More information can also be found in the link:  https://www.mifuturegrid.com/oneida-sabine-lake/.

“I VOTED” STICKER CONTEST

The Michigan Department of State is excited to share they are bringing back the “I Voted” sticker contest for all Michiganders to get involved and get excited about the Midterm Election.

The “I Voted” sticker contest will accept submissions from now until Friday, May 1, 2026, at 5 p.m. The public voting period will be open throughout the month of June; more details to come!

More information is available at Michigan.gov/IVotedSticker

May 5, 2026 Special Election Notice

Residents of Windsor Charter Township will vote on the following proposal at the May 5, 2026 Special Election:  Ingham Intermediate School District Bond Proposal.
Ingham County Intermediate School District is requesting voter approval to borrow up to $99,960,000 for the purpose of:
If approved, the proposal would result in an estimated 0.55 mill increase (approximately $55 per year on a $200,000 home) for a period of up to 20 years.
Bond funds may only be used for building and capital improvement purposes and cannot be used for employee salaries or operating expenses.
Polls will be open from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Election Day.
For absentee voting, early voting information, or voter registration details, please contact the Township Clerk’s Office.

REMINDER

Property tax payments must be received in the Treasurer/Clerk’s Township Office (405 W Jefferson, Dimondale, MI 48821) by the the end of business day on the due date stated on the tax bill. Postmarks are not accepted as date of payment. This also includes late payments.

Winter Tax Bill Deferment/ Delayed Payment

Winter taxes can be deferred on your principal residence until April 30, 2026. To qualify, household income cannot exceed $40,000 for the preceding calendar year, and one of the following must be met:

  • 62 years or older
  • Paraplegic
  • Eligible Service Person, Eligible Veteran, or their Eligible Widow/Widower
  • Totally and permanently disabled

A form must be completed and filed by February 14, 2026.  To request a form, contact Lisa Rumsey, Windsor Charter Township Treasurer, at 405 W. Jefferson, Dimondale, MI, phone 517-646-0772, or email treasurer@windsortownship.com.  If you deferred your summer taxes, they will be due and payable on February 16, 2026.

Election Commission Resolution 23-03 – Early Voting Plan for Windsor Charter Township Residents

Ordinance 25 (MM)

Ordinance 25 (LL)

Ordinance 25 (KK)

Ordinance 25 (JJ)

Ordinance 25 (II)

Ordinance 25 (HH)

If you wish to open a business in Windsor Township and would like to know where to start, click HERE.

The Windsor Charter Township Planning Commission will be holding meetings on the township’s Capital Improvement Plan on the following dates:  Wednesday, February 8, 2017 at 7:00 pm and Wednesday, March 8, 2017 at 7:00 pm.  They will be held in the township meeting room at 300 W. Jefferson, Dimondale, MI 48821.  Please come to the meetings and give us your input.  Your township government wants to hear from you – your suggestions, your opinions, your concerns and your vision of the township’s future.  Our citizens are the township’s most valuable resource.  Please mark your calendars and plan to attend.

Copies of the Final Windsor Charter Township and Village of Dimondale Comprehensive Plan Amendment available by clicking here.

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  OFFICES  

SUPERVISOR
Beth Shaw

Office Hours:
by appointment

Address:
300 W. Jefferson Dimondale, MI 48821

Phone:
(517) 648-3528

Email:
supervisor@windsortownship.com

ASSESSOR
Peter Preston

Office Hours:
Tuesday
9:00 – 4:00 &
Other Hours by appt.

Address:
300 W. Jefferson Dimondale, MI 48821

Phone:
(517) 919-1566

Email:
windsorassessor@gmail.com

BUILDING DEPARTMENT
Peter Preston

Office Hours:
Tuesday
9:00 – 4:00

Address:
300 W. Jefferson Dimondale, MI 48821

Phone:
(517) 919-1566 Option #5

Email:
windsorbuildingdept@gmail.com

TREASURER
Lisa Rumsey

Office Hours:
Monday – Friday
9:00am – 4:00pm

Address:
405 W. Jefferson Dimondale, MI 48821

Phone:
(517) 646-0772

Email:
treasurer@windsortownship.com

CLERK
Meredith Barnhart-Smith

Office Hours:
Monday – Friday
9:00am – 4:00pm

Address:
405 W. Jefferson Dimondale, MI 48821

Phone:
(517) 646-0772

Email:
clerk@windsortownship.com

Emergency Services

Address:
Building 300 W. Jefferson Dimondale, MI 48821

Phone:
(517) 646-0893