Upcoming meetings/ news

If you have a large item that doesn't fit in your blue bin that you can call Republic at (800) 578-2664.

Lake Township DOES NOT have a dump site. The closest one is Harrison.

If you notice a streetlight burned out or flickering, please report it to Consumers: https://www.consumersenergy.com/outages/street-light-outage-report

**ALERT - Short-Term Rentals: Please take notice that the use of dwellings for short-term rentals is prohibited in all zoning districts within Lake Township pursuant to the Township Zoning Ordinance.

Many township officials conduct business from their home offices. Should you need to see an official in person, please call their direct number to schedule an appointment. The public office hours are noon to 3 pm M-F. These hours may vary; please call first to make sure we can meet your needs before you arrive.

July 8, 2025 7pm, Lake Township Board Meeting

August 12, 2025 7pm, Lake Township Board Meeting

August 21, 2025 1pm, Planning Commission Meeting

UPCOMING EVENTS:

Lake Twp. Fire Dept PANCAKE BREAKFAST Aug 2, 2025 More Info to follow

Lake Twp Fire Dept SPAGHETTI DINNER Oct 18, 2025 More Info to follow

Tick update from the State of MI

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Our Vision

To provide our citizens and visitors a safe, pleasant and fun environment to live, work and enjoy. As stewards of the Western shore of Houghton Lake, we understand what it takes to keep our waterways clean, safe and accessible to the general public.

Board Meetings are conducted the 2nd Tuesday of each month, 7 p.m. at the Lake Township Hall 1380 N. Michelson Rd., Houghton Lake

Lake Township Fire Dept: 13473 W Shore Dr

Phone: (989) 422-5315 (the station is not manned, for emergencies call 911, if you want to talk with the chief, call him directly)

laketownshipfd@gmail.com

LTFD Fire Chief: Scott Wrzesinski

Phone: (989) 233-4437

apba07@yahoo.com

Zoning Board of Appeals:

Chairperson: Renee Nichols

Phone: (989) 329-4382

reneelnichols@yahoo.com

Planning Commission

Chairperson: Kim Chase

Phone: (810) 348-2318

kjochase@gmail.com

Lake Twp.

PO Box 536

Houghton Lake, MI 48629-0536

Phone: (989) 202-4684

Supervisor: John Hibbard

1380 Michelson Rd.

Houghton Lake, MI 48629

Phone: (586) 260-8263laketwp.supervisorroscommon@gmail.com

Clerk: Andrea Grabowski

1380 N. Michelson Rd.

Houghton Lake MI 48629

Phone: (989) 202-4684 laketownshipclerk@gmail.com

Treasurer: Harry Trier

PO Box 536

Houghton Lake MI 48629

Phone: (989) 422-6628 laketownshiptreasurer@gmail.com

Trustee: Scott Hassler

P.O. Box 536

Houghton Lake, MI 48629

Phone: (989) 915-3164

No email

Trustee: Pam Surprenant

1380 Michelson Rd.

Houghton Lake, MI 48629

Phone: (810) 623-4535

trusteesurprenant@gmail.com

Ordinance Enforcement Officer:

Kevin Rose

Phone: (989) 202-4736

laketownshipoeo@gmail.com

PO Box 536 Houghton Lake, MI 48629

Assessor: Mike Houserman

Phone: (989) 302-0848 houserman.assessing@yahoo.com

About

OUR COMMUNITY SERVICES/ INFORMATION

2025-26 Lake Township board meeting dates

7pm, 2nd Tuesday of each month

Apr 8

May 13

Jun 10

Jul 8

Aug 12

Sept 9

Oct 14

Nov 11

Dec 9

Jan 13, 2026

Feb 10, 2026

Mar 10, 2026

Republic trash service is every Tuesday. Large item's, call for pick up: (800) 578-2664
Hazardous Waste Collection May 31, 2025 and Sept 6, 2025 FLYER
Leaf Pickup: Fall TBD morning pickups (bio-degradable bags only, set out the night before, leaves only, no brush or other yard waste)
Burning Permits: (866) 922-2876, Flyer click here.
Houghton Lake Cemetery: 1476 Michelson Rd
Houghton Lake Building Agency (989) 422-3687
Houghton Lake Sewer Authority (989) 422-5811