Planning Commission

What is the purpose of a Planning Commission?

 

Their central mission is to develop & maintain a comprehensive master plan. This plan deals with where types of land use (residential, agricultural, industrial, etc) may be preserved or developed, and how these uses interrelate. It is intended to be a guide for future decisions and actions by township officials & citizens. Over the years, the master plan, as well as the zoning ordinance and recreation plan have each been developed and are updated as required.

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How can I participate in meetings?

 

Meetings are held the second Tuesday of each month at 7 pm in the Township Hall (located at E1461 Deerton-Sand Lake Road). There are two public comment times during each meeting.

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Why wasn’t a meeting held on its scheduled date?

 

Township boards & commissions must have a minimum number of members present for any meeting to be held (also known as a quorum). For the planning commission, the minimum is 4 of 7 members in attendance – if less, the meeting cannot be legally held. If there is a deadline or urgent matter, a special meeting may be held (at the discretion of the commission).

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What about public hearings?

 

Public hearings are a portion of a meeting meant to invite public input on a specific topic. Public hearing notices are always posted on this site and at the township hall (in the notice box on the porch).

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Who can serve on the Planning Commission?

 

Any resident of the township. If you are interested in serving, please write a letter of interest to the Onota Township Board, PO Box 100 Deerton, MI 49822. If there are no open positions, your letter will kept on file (for 1 year) for an opening, so please include your contact information.

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