OUTDOOR BURNING: Although the Governor has a burning ban in effect, residents may still use their small outdoor burning permits for campfires.
RV PARK OPENING DELAYED: In accordance with Governor Whitmer's Stay Home Order, the Port Huron Township RV Park opening has been rescheduled to May 1, 2020, so long as the Order has been lifted. Those who already have reservations for April, will be receiving a telephone call from the park manager with more information.
Waste Management Suspension of Services: Effective Wednesday, April 1, 2020, Waste Mangement is temporarily suspending the performance of the following services, which are non-essential during this period of emergency:
1) Bulk Collection - furniture, carpet, mattresses, apliances, etc.
2) Spring and bulk clean-ups
3) Yard Waste Collection - grass clippings, brush, tree limbs, etc.
This does not include your weekly trash pickup or recycling. That will be picked up as normal.
Port Huron Township Office Closure Notice: Per the order of the Governor of the State of Michigan, Port Huron Township will be closed for non-essential services effective March 23, 2020 at midnight until April 13, 2020 when it is expcted that this order will be lifted.
For EMERGENCY water or sewer issues which are (water leaks, water turn on or off, sewer backups) you can contact the Fire Department at 982-3543 and they will dispatch a worker. Final bills, ownership transfers, and/or refuse issues will need to wait until after April 13, 2020.
There won't be any building related inspections of any kind during this shut down. This type of work is not supposed to be done during the Governor mandated shut-down and if you continue and do not get the proper inspections you will be expected to comply with the inspector's requirement to see the work.
If you have a matter that requires immediate attention you may contact either the Supervisor, Robert Lewandowski at (810) 650-0616; rlewandowski@porthurontownship.org, or the Clerk, Benita Davis (810) 357-2322; bdavis@porthurontownship.org.
We appreciate your patience and understanding during this time of uncertainty. It is our main goal to keep our employees and our residents safe and health.
Memorial Park (Beach Road) has been repaired. The play equipment has been restored and the ball diamonds are ready for ball. If you wish to reserve a pavillion or a ball diamond please contact the Township at (810) 987-6600.
Easter Eggstravaganza (CANCELLED)
St. Clair County Road Commission - Summer Student Help: The St. Clair County Road Commission is accepting applications for summer help at their various facilities and departments. Examples of duties are mowing, flagging, general maintenance, and providing general assistance to their production departments in Capac, Avoca, St. Clair and Marine City. Ideal candidates will be college students 18 plus years of age and must possess a strong work ethic. They offer a 4 day/10 hour work schedule and an hourley rate of $12.50. Applications will be accepted through Friday, April 10, 2020. A full job description and applications are avaialble at their Central Service Center located at 21 Airport Drive, St. Clair, MI or on their website www.sccrc-roads.org. Drug test required. EOE
In Case of Emergency - Water Leaks: With the cold weather now settling in, leaks may occur in the water lines that require immediate attention of our DPW personnel. Sometimes they occur at the least convenient times. Should you need to reach our DPW after our normal office hours or on a holiday, please contact the Township Fire Department at (810) 982-3543 and they will dispatch someone from our DPW to assist you.
2020 Census: April 1, 2020 is Census Day.
Once every decade, the federal government conducts a census of the entire population to count everyone in the United States. Above is what your census mailing will look like. You may have already received yours or, if not, you can go online at https://2020census.gov/en/ways-to-respond.html and complete the questionnaire. If you need assistance in completing your census, please feel free to contact the office at (810) 987-6600.
2019 Water Quality Report: The 2019 Drinking Water Quality Report is now available. Click on the following link to review the report. 2019WaterQualityReport. If you would like to have a copy mailed to you, contact the Township at (810) 987-6600 x21 or email cmaxbauer@porthurontownship.org.
Solar Ordinance #245 - Introduction