TOWNSHIP NEWS: SEPT 2023

As schedules begin to fill up with the return to school routines, ball games, and last trips to the cottage, I hope that you are able to enjoy the last few moments of Summer. We have enjoyed so many wonderful events this Summer--from the Farmers Market to Music in the Park to the annual Slip 'N Slide--and it is always wonderful to see all of the people and events that bring our community together. On behalf of the Township Board and Staff, thank you for being a part of this community. We are here to serve this community and we encourage you to contact the Township Office with any questions or concerns (we appreciate positive feedback too!) that you may have.

Rob Blitchok

Township Superintendent

REMINDER: Summer Tax payments are due September 14

ELECTION UPDATES

The Presidential Primary in 2024 will be the next election for Georgetown Township residents
Nine days of early voting for all State and Federal elections will begin with the 2024 Presidential Primary
Registered voters on the Permanent Mail Ballot List will be receiving a Presidential Primary Ballot Selection form to be completed and returned to the Township Clerk's Office in order to receive a ballot.

Have Questions about Early Voting?

GT Connections

Stop by GT Connections (7100 8th Ave.) from 11:30AM-12:30PM on Tuesdays -Fridays for their Soup & Salad Bar. Enjoy both soup AND salad for only $7 or opt for just the soup ($3) or just the salad bar ($5).

The Soup & Salad Bar is open to all ages as well as non-members. Cash, check, and charge are accepted.

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Library

Calling all big truck fans! Here's your chance to see and touch all kinds of big trucks and construction equipment. Stop by the Georgetown Library from 10AM-12PM on Saturday, September 9. Parking will be at Ridgewood CRC, next to the library. We will also be collecting food items for Hand2Hand during this event. Stop by the library for a list of food needs.

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Jenison Historical Association

The community is invited to a presentation about the Jenison Interurban on Wednesday, September 13 at 7PM at the Georgetown Township Public Library. The Interurban was an "electric" railroad that ran from Grand Rapids to Holland.

Visit the Jenison Museum (28 Port Sheldon), open monthly from 10AM-12PM on Tuesdays (Sept. 5, Oct. 4, and Nov. 7) and 2-4PM on Saturdays (Sept. 16 and Oct. 21)

BACK TO SCHOOL SAFETY

Some reminders from the Georgetown Fire Department:

-Adhere to School Zone Speed Limits

Slower speeds give drivers more time to react to unexpected situations

-Stop for School Buses

When a school bus is stopped with its flashing red lights on and its stop arm extended, all traffic, regardless of direction, must come to a complete stop.

-Watch for Pedestrian Activity

Motorists should be prepared to yield the right-of-way to pedestrians at crosswalks and intersections.

LIBRARY EVENTS

September is Library Card Sign-Up Month, the perfect time to register for your FREE library card which gives you access to hundreds of thousands of books, movies, CDs, video games, board games, puzzles, and much more!

GET A LIBRARY CARD

Here are just a few of the upcoming programs. Please visit our Events Calendar for a full listing.

9/11: OAISD Play N Learn: Designed for families with children ages birth to 5 years old. Monthly sessions are based on a children's book, with a story, finger plays, crafts, and activities centered around the book. Each family receives a children's book to take home.

9/12: All About Apples: Join us to learn all about Apples! We will share a story, answer trivia, make a snack, do a craft, and play a game. Ages 5+ and parents are encouraged to participate. Registration required, only register those that will be participating in crafts.

9/16: Community Bulb & Plant Exchange: Bring a plant, take a plant! Fall is a great time to divide spring and summer blooming perennials. If you have an abundance of a particular plant, dig up part of the plant, separate it, label it, put it in a pot or plastic bag, and bring it to the exchange to trade with other gardeners. Bulbs and houseplants are also welcome!

9/25: Legendary Shipwrecks of Michigan (will be held at GT Connections): Valerie Vanheest is an underwater explorer and historian involved in the discovery and archaeological documentation of numerous historic Great Lakes shipwrecks. Combining her passion for maritime history with her professional writing and design experience, Valerie shares her adventures through award-winning books, films, lectures, and museum exhibits in ways to educate, entertain and inspire.

SURVEY

We need your input!

We need your input to help determine parks, trails, facilities, programs, and recreation priorities for the community. The results of this survey will be used to help develop the updated Parks and Recreation 5-Year Master Plan which will prioritize development and expansion of the parks in Georgetown Township and assist in grant acquisitions.

We appreciate your time and input!

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Automatic Payment Program

Have you set up automatic payment for your water/sewer bills yet? It's easy to set up and can be done online. Cross it of your to-do list and sign up today!