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LEGAL
STATE OF MICHIGAN
PROBATE COURT
LENAWEE COUNTY
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
DECEDENT’S ESTATE
CASE NO. AND JUDGE
26-53985-DE
Hon. Catherine Sala
425 N. Main St.
2nd Floor
Adrian, MI 49221
517-264-4614
Estate of
Christopher M. Snyder
Date of Birth: 10/22/1981
TO ALL CREDITORS:
NOTICE TO CREDITORS: The decedent, Christopher M. Snyder, died 01/01/2026. Creditors of the decedent are notified that all claims against the estate will be forever barred unless presented to Thomas M. Snyder, 5000 Carrell Rd., Blissfield, MI 49228, personal representative, or to both the probate court at 425 N. Main St., 2nd Floor, Adrian, MI 49221 and the personal representative within 4 months after the date of publication of this notice.
02/12/2026
Diane J. Knoblauch P68096
640 W. Adrian St.,
P.O. Box 105
Blissfield, MI 49228
517-486-2800
Thomas M. Snyder
5000 Carrell Rd.
Blissfield, MI 49228 (138)
NOTICE
Palmyra Township Board
February 10, 2026 Regular Meeting
-Synopsis-
February 10, 2026 Regular Meeting
Meeting was called to order at 7:08 pm at the Palmyra Township Hall at 6490 Palmyra Rd.
Present: Dave Pixley, Mark Crane, Steve Papenhagen, & Christine Whited
Absent: Angie Koester
Audience Attendance: 10
Agenda approved as presented.
Time was allotted for public comment.
The December 9, 2025 Regular Meeting minutes were approved as well all reports.
Communications: Man-Nor Farms Preliminary Engineering Report – Supervisor Pixley reported that he had two meetings with the EPA engineers and EGLE to discuss three different options for water distribution. Supervisor Pixley reported that he had a meeting with the Zeeland owner, attorney, and engineer regarding the possibility of supplying water to Man-Nor Farms and the village via a proposed waterline running from Madison Twp to the Ethanol plant in Riga. Supervisor Pixley rad a letter from the Lenawee County Health Department regarding the unauthorized installation of a cistern at 6357 US 223. Supervisor Pixley stated that he received a letter from Foster Swift attorney Keith Brown regarding Proposed Intervenor Palmyra Township’s Motion for Summary Disposition. Supervisor Pixley reported that the Lenawee County Drain Commission sent a letter to the owner of property located at 4204 Rouget Road regarding the unauthorized placement of a driveway on top of the septic tank. Supervisor Pixley reported that FSS will be hosting a demonstration of a long-range siren, which will take place March 19th at the Lenawee County Fair Grounds. Clerk Whited reported that the fencing along the driveway was repaired by Astro Fence. Trustee Papenhagen reported that the construction of the new fire station will begin in April and should be completed by January 1, 2027.
Unfinished Business: Approval by roll call vote to accept the bids of the following subcontractors for the construction of the fire station: Water Well Services; Amish Outdoor Buildings; Citizens Gas; Adrian Electric & Generator; Evans Lake Mechanical Systems; Jim Coffey & Sons Plumbing; and FSS Technologies
New Business: Roll call vote to approve the Farmland Development Rights Partial Termination Request Application submitted by Robert Mortolock. Roll call vote to approve the Application for the Termination of a Farmland Development Rights Agreement submitted by Ken Isley. Approval to allow the PFD to host their Memorial Day pancake breakfast at the Palmyra Township Hall on Monday, May 25, 2026. Discussion of Lowes credit card is postponed. Discussion of colors of new fire department is postponed. Approval to allow Supervisor Pixley to purchase laminate flooring, base boards, and cabinets for the PFD offices at cost of $3,000. Approval to accept the Agreement for Election Services Between Lenawee County & Palmyra Twp. Approval to sell Twp and PFD tables for $15 per table; chairs for $2 per chair; horizontal chair racks for $5 per rack; and $20 for a large black glass cabinet. Discussion of cemetery fencing is postponed. Approval to accept the D & C Lawn and Landscape contract of $18,800 for cemetery, township, and park groundskeeping. Approval by roll call vote to adopt Ordinance 25-08, amending the decommissioning and escrow language in Article Vlll, Section 8.13(C)(j); Section 8.13(C)(22)(k); and Section 8.13(C)(23). Approval to allow the Supervisor to purchase 13 electronic locks at a cost of $2,000. Approval to renew the River Raisin Watershed Membership. Approval to pay all PFD & Township bills. Meeting adjourned at 10:03 pm.
Next regular meeting will be held March 10, 2026.
Complete Minutes of these or any other Palmyra Township meeting may be obtained from Christine Whited, 6490 Palmyra Rd., Palmyra, MI 49268. Approved minutes can be viewed on our website at www.palmyratownship.net. (599)
NOTICE
Riga Township Board
7817 Riga Hwy, PO Box 25, Riga, MI 49276
517-486-4260
February 9, 2026
Meeting called to order at 7:00 p.m.
Present: Kastel, Thompson, Gust, LaMontaine.
Absent: Delgado
Items approved:
• Minutes of January 12, 2026 as presented
• Treasurer’s Report
• Appointment of Wayne Knoblauch to a 3-year term on the Planning Commission expiring December 31, 2028
• Appointment of Gary Bartholomew to complete a partial term on the Planning Commission expiring December 31, 2027
• Appointment of Eric Martis to the Zoning Board of Appeals
• Contracting with the Lenawee County Clerk to conduct early voting for the 2026 State Elections
• Resolution 2026:1-4 Salary resolutions setting annual salary of Board members for the 2026-2027 Fiscal Year: Supervisor $15,680; Clerk $20,720, Treasurer $20,720, Trustee $4,312
• Draft amendment language for the Water Contract and Sewer Contract with Blissfield Village
• Resolution 2026-5, A Resolution of support regarding alternate water sourcing for ZFS Riga, LLC
• Payment of bills: Fire Operating checks 3699-3711 totaling $3,822.82 and General Fund checks 14021-14047 totaling $20,393.86.
Annual Meeting of Electors: March 30, 2026 at 7:00pm
Meeting adjourned at 8:02 p.m.
Natalie Thompson, Clerk
Gary Kastel, Supervisor
Meeting information as well as copies of complete meeting minutes, treasurer’s report, resolutions, ordinances and budget available upon request from the Township Clerk or online at www.rigatownship.com. (222)
NOTICE
VILLAGE OF BLISSFIELD
NOTICE OF VILLAGE TREASURER JOB POSTING
The Village of Blissfield is seeking a reliable and detail-oriented individual to serve as a Treasurer for the Village. This position serves as the Chief Financial Officer for the Village, Village Council and residents of the Village. The Treasurers main functions are to plan, direct, and oversee the financial functions of the Village. The Treasurer is responsible for maintaining accounting and budgeting records, general ledger, accounts receivable, fixed assets, and collecting tax and other municipal funds.
Qualifications:
• Ability to:
o Think independently and make decisions in a
fast-paced work environment.
o Effectively communicate ideas and concepts
orally and in writing, and make presentations in
the public forum.
o Establish and maintain effective working
relationships and use good judgment, initiative
and resourcefulness when dealing with
employees, professional contacts, elected
officials, and the public.
o Exercise a high degree of diplomacy in
contentious or confrontational situations.
o Critically assess situations, problem-solve, and
work effectively under stress, within deadlines
and changes in work priorities.
o Attend meetings scheduled at other than
regular business hours.
• Skill in:
o The use of office equipment and technology,
including computers and financial software and
the ability to master new technologies.
o Compiling and evaluating complex data and
formulating policy and service
recommendations.
o Accounting, or financial management,
preferably in a municipal setting.
• Must be dependable, trustworthy, and able to
pass a background check.
• High School diploma and an Associates Degree,
or the equivalent experience in accounting,
finance, business administration or related field.
Compensation: Starting Wage $61,631.88/annually, Post Probationary wage $63,538.02/annually plus benefit package.
For a full job description please email
clerk@blissfieldmichigan.gov
An application should be sent to the Village of Blissfield Attn: Village Clerk, 130 S. Lane St. – PO BOX 129- Blissfield, MI 49228. Closing date is 5:00 p.m. on Thursday February 26, 2026. (postmark is NOT acceptable). The Village of Blissfield is an equal opportunity employer.
NOTICE
PALMYRA TOWNSHIP
NOTICE OF ADOPTION OF ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT #25-08
Notice is hereby given that the Palmyra Township Board adopted amendments to the Zoning Ordinance #11-2020 at a public meeting held on Tuesday, February 10, 2026. The Zoning Ordinance shall take effect seven (7) days following the date of this publication, as prescribed by law. The amendments have the following effect:
Amendment to Subparagraph 8.13(C)(22)
A. Section 8.13(C)(22)(j) is amended to read in its entirety as follows:
j. The decommissioning plan shall be written to provide security to the Township for 125% of the cost to remove and dispose of all panels, removal of all wiring, footings, and pilings, (regardless of depth), and restoration of the land to its original condition. The value of decommissioning shall be determined by a third-party financial consultant or engineer selected by the Township and paid for by the developer. The decommissioning security shall be paid in cash to the Township. Once the value of decommissioning is determined, it shall be updated on a periodic basis of not less than every 2 years and additional security shall be required based on the average inflation rate of the preceding 2 years.
B. Section 8.13(C)(22)(k) is deleted.
C. The remainder of Section 8.13(C) is renumbered consistent with the existing numbering structure.
Addition of New Subparagraph 8.13(C)(23)
A new subparagraph 8.13(C)(23) is added and reads in its entirety as follows:
23. A deposit for an escrow account in an amount set by resolution or fee schedule approved by the Township Board. The escrow account is used to cover all costs and expenses associated with the special land use review and/or approval process, which costs can include, but are not limited to, review fees of the Township Attorney, Township Planner, Township Engineer, and other Township qualified professional consultants in the areas of electrical, acoustics, environmental, and health and safety, as well as any reports or studies which the Township anticipates will be required during the review and/or approval process for the application. At any point during the review process, the Township may require that the applicant place additional monies into escrow with the Township if the existing escrowed funds on account with the Township will be insufficient, in the sole determination of the Township, to cover any remaining costs or expenses with the review and/or approval process. If additional funds are required by the Township to be placed in escrow and the applicant refuses to do so within 14 days after receiving notice, the Township will cease the zoning review and/or approval process until and unless the applicant makes the required escrow deposit. Any escrow amounts more than actual cost will be returned to the applicant. An itemized billing of all expenses will be provided to the applicant upon request.
To view or receive a copy of the amendments, contact the Clerk at 517-260-8628 or palmyratownshipclerk@gmail.com or visit the Palmyra Township website
palmyratownship.net, then go to Ordinances tab.
NOTICE
VILLAGE OF BLISSFIELD
ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS
(VILLAGE COUNCIL)
PUBLIC LEGAL NOTICE
Notice is hereby given that the Village of Blissfield Zoning Board of Appeals (Village Council) will hold a public hearing on the following case on Monday March 9, 2026 at 6:00 PM, Village Hall, Council Chambers, located at 130 S. Lane St. Blissfield, MI 49228.
Case #ZBA 26-01-01: Variance application from Blissfield Zoning Ordinance 216.1200 – Schedule of regulations to decrease the front setback requirement from 20 feet to 17 feet.
Applicant(s): James Sanderson
Address: 103 Walnut St, Blissfield, MI 49228
Legal Description: THAT PART OF LOT 1 PORTERS ADD AND THAT PART OF E 1/2 OF SE 1/4 SEC 31 COMM AT S’LY LI OF WALNUT ST AT A PT LOC 5.8 FT N 56^35’E FROM MOST W’LY COR LOT 1 PLAT OF PORTERS ADD RUNN TH S 4^46’E 201.53 FT TH N 83^18’E 60 FT TH N 4^46’W 232.42 FT TO S’LY LI OF WALNUT ST TH S 56^35’W ALG SD ST 68.37 FT TO POB PORTERS ADD. TO BLISSFIELD VILL in Blissfield, Lenawee County, Michigan
If for any reason the meeting is cancelled, the above matters will be placed on the agenda for the next scheduled public hearing. For further information on the above items, call the Village of Blissfield at 517-486-4347. Comments may also be submitted to the Zoning Administrator at 130 S. Lane St.- PO BOX 129 Blissfield, MI 49228 or by emailing
receptionist@blissfieldmichigan.gov.
NOTICE
DEERFIELD TOWNSHIP
NOTICE OF SPECIAL MEETING
AND PUBLIC HEARING
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Planning Commission for Deerfield Township will hold a special meeting and public hearing on March 11, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. at Deerfield Township Hall, 468 Carey St., Deerfield, MI 49238. The purpose of the special meeting will be to consider any lawful business that comes before the Planning Commission and to hold a public hearing on two amendments to the Deerfield Township Zoning Ordinance:
• An Ordinance to Regulate Data Mining Facilities and Data Centers
• An Ordinance to Amend the Zoning Ordinance Regarding Moratoriums, which would allow the Township Board to enact a moratorium on specific special or new or emerging land uses under specific circumstances.
The special land use application may be examined at the Deerfield Township Hall, 468 Carey St., Deerfield, MI 49238 during regular business hours. Written comments regarding the application may be submitted in care of Melissa Burnor, Deerfield Township Clerk at 468 Carey St., Deerfield, MI 49238 before 4:00 P.M. the day prior to the hearing.
Melissa Burnor
Deerfield Township Clerk
468 Carey St., Deerfield, MI 49238
Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services who are planning to attend the hearing should notify Melissa Burnor at (517) 447-3000 within a
reasonable time in advance of the date of the hearing.
NOTICE
BLISSFIELD TOWNSHIP
BOARD OF REVIEW
PUBLIC NOTICE
The Blissfield Township Board of Review will meet at: 177 West Brook Lane, Blissfield, MI 49228 on the following days:
Tuesday, March 3, 2026 9:30 AM – organizational meeting
Monday March 9, 2026 1:00 to 4:00 PM and 6:00 to 9:00 PM
Tuesday, March 10, 2026 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM and 2:00 to 5:00 PM
*APPOINTMENTS ARE NECESSARY*
Please call 517-486-2626 to schedule an appointment.
Written appeals must be in the office by Friday, March 6, 2026. Appealing to the Board of Review is necessary to protect your right to appeal to the Michigan Tax Tribunal.
As required by Public Act 188 of the Public Acts of 1975, the tentative ratio and estimated multipliers for the Township of Blissfield are hereby listed by class of property. The ratio and multiplier are subject to the actions of the Assessing Officer and the Board of Review and can be improved at their discretion. The tentative 2026 ratio and estimated multipliers are as follows:
Real Property Class Tentative Ratio Estimated Multiplier
Agricultural (101) 46.42 1.0771
Commercial (201) 45.25 1.1049
Industrial (301) 44.99 1.1113
Residential (401) 47.18 1.0597
Personal Property 50.00 1.0000
Alan Dickerson, Blissfield Township Supervisor
Published: February 18th, 25th, and March 4th, 2026
NOTICE
DEERFIELD TOWNSHIP
BOARD OF REVIEW
PUBLIC NOTICE
The Deerfield Township Board of Review will meet at: 468 Carey Street, Deerfield, MI 49238 on the
following days
Tuesday, March 3, 2026 12:30 PM – organizational meeting
Monday March 9, 2026 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM and 1:00 to 4:00 PM
Tuesday, March 10, 2026 1:00 to 4:00 PM and 6:00 to 9:00 PM
Written appeals must be mailed to PO Box 111, Ottawa Lake, MI 49267 and received on or before Friday, March 6, 2026. Appealing to the Board of Review is necessary to protect your right to appeal to the Michigan Tax Tribunal.
As required by Public Act 188 of the Public Acts of 1975, the tentative ratio and estimated multipliers for the Township of Deerfield are hereby listed by class of property. The ratio and multiplier are subject to the actions of the Assessing Officer and the Board of Review and can be improved at their discretion. The tentative 2026 ratio and estimated multipliers are as follows:
Real Property Class Tentative Ratio Estimated Multiplier
Agricultural (101) 44.45 1.1248
Commercial (201) 50.72 0.9858
Industrial (301) 47.75 1.0471
Residential (401) 54.64 0.9150
Personal Property 50.00 1.0000
Ron Cousino, Deerfield Township Supervisor
Publish: February 18th, 25th, and March 4th, 2026
NOTICE
OGDEN TOWNSHIP
BOARD OF REVIEW
PUBLIC NOTICE
The Ogden Township Board of Review will meet at:
10128 Pence Highway, Blissfield, MI 49228 on the following days:
Tuesday, March 3, 2026 10:15 AM – organizational meeting
Monday March 9, 2026 1:00 to 4:00 PM and 6:00 to 9:00 PM
Thursday, March 12, 2026 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Written appeals must be mailed to PO Box 111,
Ottawa Lake, MI 49267 and received on or before
Friday, March 6, 2026. Appealing to the Board of
Review is necessary to protect your right to appeal to the Michigan Tax Tribunal.
As required by Public Act 188 of the Public Acts of 1975, the tentative ratio and estimated multipliers for the Township of Ogden are hereby listed by class of property. The ratio and multiplier are subject to the actions of the Assessing Officer and the Board of Review and can be improved at their discretion. The tentative 2026 ratio and estimated multipliers are as follows:
Real Property Class Tentative Ratio Estimated Multiplier
Agricultural (101) 48.17 1.0358
Commercial (201) 46.86 1.0670
Industrial (301) 52.37 0.9547
Residential (401) 45.52 1.0984
Personal Property 50.00 1.0000
Josh Van Camp, Ogden Township Supervisor
Publish: February 18th, 25th, and March 4th, 2026
NOTICE
PALMYRA TOWNSHIP
BOARD OF REVIEW
PUBLIC NOTICE
The Palmyra Township Board of Review will meet at: 6490 Palmyra Road, Palmyra, MI 49268 on the
following days:
Tuesday, March 3, 2026 11:45 AM – organizational meeting
Monday March 9, 2026 1:30 to 7:30 PM
Wednesday, March 11, 2026 1:30 to 7:30 PM
Written appeals must be mailed to PO Box 111,
Ottawa Lake, MI 49267 and received on or before
Friday, March 6, 2026. Appealing to the Board of
Review is necessary to protect your right to appeal to the Michigan Tax Tribunal.
As required by Public Act 188 of the Public Acts of 1975, the tentative ratio and estimated multipliers for the Township of Palmyra are hereby listed by class of property. The ratio and multiplier are subject to the actions of the Assessing Officer and the Board of Review and can be improved at their discretion. The tentative 2026 ratio and estimated multipliers are as follows:
Real Property Class Tentative Ratio Estimated Multiplier
Agricultural (101) 47.26 1.0579
Commercial (201) 46.96 1.0647
Industrial (301) 47.84 1.0451
Residential (401) 48.97 1.0210
Personal Property 50.00 1.0000
David Pixley, Palmyra Township Supervisor
Publish: February 18th, 25th, and March 4th, 2026
NOTICE
RIGA TOWNSHIP
BOARD OF REVIEW
PUBLIC NOTICE
The Riga Township Board of Review will meet at:
7817 Riga Highway, Riga, MI 49276 on the following days:
Tuesday, March 3, 2026 8:45 AM – organizational meeting
Monday March 9, 2026 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Tuesday, March 10, 2026 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Written appeals must be mailed to PO Box 111,
Ottawa Lake, MI 49267 and received on or before
Friday, March 6, 2025. Appealing to the Board of
Review is necessary to protect your right to appeal to the Michigan Tax Tribunal.
As required by Public Act 188 of the Public Acts of 1975, the tentative ratio and estimated multipliers for the Township of Riga are hereby listed by class of property. The ratio and multiplier are subject to the actions of the Assessing Officer and the Board of Review and can be improved at their discretion. The tentative 2026 ratio and estimated multipliers are as follows:
Real Property Class Tentative Ratio Estimated Multiplier
Agricultural (101) 45.82 1.0912
Commercial (201) 50.39 0.9922
Industrial (301) 50.29 0.9942
Residential (401) 44.19 1.1314
Personal Property 50.00 1.0000
Gary Kastel, Riga Township Supervisor
Publish: February 18th, 25th, and March 4th, 2026