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LEGAL
STATE OF MICHIGAN
JUDICIAL DISTRICT
FORFEITURE NOTICE
LAND CONTRACT
CASE NO. and JUDGE
COURT ADDRESS
COURT TELEPHONE No.
All heirs and assigns of Justin Lee Jenkins, Deceased,
804 Howell Ave., Adrian, MI 49221
1. You are notified that a certain land contract, dated February 9th, 2023 between Mark Jenkins as seller(s) (party[ies] of the first part), and Justin Lee Jenkins as purchaser(s) (party[ies] of the second part), concerning the property at 804 Howell Avenue, Adrian, MI 49221 is in default because of nonpayment of installments of principal and/or interest, and also because of
[] unpaid taxes.
[] unpaid insurance premiums.
[] other:___________
2. You have forfeited your rights under the land contract, and payment is demanded by B’Z Sky Properties LLC who holds the land contract as
[] seller.
[x] assignee of seller.
[] other:__________
3. The sum of $40,200.00 is now past due in principal and interest under the land contract, plus the sum of:
[] $________for taxes.
[] $_____for insurance.
[] $________other:____.
The dates upon which payments were due are March 1st, 2024 to present.
4. The total amount due, or the material breach(es) of contract, must be cured or paid within 15 days* from the date of the service of notice upon you. (*15 days, unless the parties have by contract agreed to a longer time.)
5. If the total amount due is not paid in full within the time stated, or if the material breach(es) is/are not cured within the time stated, the land contract will be forfeited, as provided in the contract, and you will be required to move out and give up the described property without further notice to you. IF YOU DO NOT MOVE OR PAY VOLUNTARILY, THE CONTRACT HOLDER MAY TAKE YOU TO COURT TO EVICT YOU.
Date 01/19/2026
Signature Brad Short (289)
NOTICE
VILLAGE OF DEERFIELD
COUNCIL MEETING
Feb. 2, 2026
Draft Copy
The meeting of the Deerfield Village Council was called to order with the reciting of the Pledge of Allegiance at 7:00 pm by President Nighswander.
Trustees Present Kevin Eggleston, Gary Fall Jr., Joel LaRocca & Dave Rogers.
Absent Gary Cousino & Mike Gilson.
Superintendent Crots was in attendance. Guests: Lee Shirey Plann. Comm. Chair & Deputy Scott – Lenawee County Sherrif.
Minutes of the regular meeting were read and approved.
Treasurer’s Report –Motion LaRocca to approve treasurer’s report 2nd Gary Fall Jr. Carried. The 2026/2027 Requested Budget was reviewed. The Deerfield Village Council will be holding a Budget Hearing for the proposed 2026-2027 Village Budget on Monday, March 2, 2026 at the Municipal Building beginning at 6:45 p.m. THE PROPERTY TAX MILLAGE RATE PROPOSED TO BE LEVIED TO SUPPORT THE PROPOSED BUDGET & THE 2026-2027 BUDGET WILL BE A SUBJECT OF THIS HEARING
Village Supt.’s Report- Reviewed and put on file. Due to a national salt shortage, they are being cautious on spreading salt.
Community Update: Food Truck Schedule can be viewed at deerfieldmichigan.gov. Community Day is May 29 & 30th – Anyone interested in helping please reach out to the Village Office 517-447-3138. Garage Sale Days is June 12 & 13.
Police Report – Not available. Public Communication – Nothing was received. Planning
Commission: Chairman Shirey gave an oral report for the year and a written report will be given to the Council at the March meeting. They plan to start the review of the Land Use Plan. Trustee Eggleston motioned to enter into an agreement with Region 2 for their help with the Land Use Plan. 2nd Gary Fall Jr. Carried. Bylaws were adopted and Planning Commission officers were assigned. They will be holding a public hearing May 4, 2026 @ 5:45 as they look to amend the Zoning Ord. Article 17.
New Business: Motion LaRocca to give permission to Superintendent Crots to purchase a backhoe that he deems fit not to exceed $60,000. 2nd Eggleston Carried. Motion LaRocca to enter into agreement with Ace Pryo for fireworks for Community Day with a limit of $9,000 2nd Eggleston Carried.
Motion Gary Fall Jr. to adjourn @ 8:25 pm 2nd LaRocca Carried.
The next Council meeting will be held March 2, 2026 at the Village Office @ 7pm.
Respectfully Submitted: Denise Wylie, Village Clerk (392)
NOTICE
BLISSFIELD TOWNSHIP
HELP WANTED
BIDS are being accepted for Grounds Maintenance for Blissfield Township. Grounds include Pleasant View Cemetery, Spiegel Cemetery, and Crane
Cemetery, and 177 West Brooke Lane. Maintenance includes mow the grass, trim around monuments, clean fence lines, leaves, and weeds. A means of spraying and liability insurance will be required.
For a complete detailed list of responsibilities please see the Township Clerk or the Township Supervisor @ 177 West Brooke Lane Blissfield, MI 49228.
All bids and a list of references are due in the Blissfield Township Office no later than Thursday March 5, 2026.
Diann Warner
Blissfield Township Clerk
NOTICE
VILLAGE OF BLISSFIELD
PLANNING COMMISSION
PUBLIC LEGAL NOTICE
Notice is hereby given that the Village of Blissfield Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on the following case on Monday March 2, 2026 at 7:00 PM, Village Hall, Council Chambers, located at 130 S. Lane St. Blissfield, MI 49228.
Case #PZ 25-12-03: Land Division application
Applicant(s): Christopher J. Barrus Trust
Address: 105 S. Monroe St, Blissfield, MI 49228
Legal Description: LD BEG 72 FT S 21 DEG 30’W FROM NW COR LOT 2 RUNN TH S 74 DEG 55’E 137 FT TH S 14 DEG 55’W 163 FT TH N 70 DEG W 154.7 FT TH N 21 DEG 30’E 151.5 FT TO POB ALSO LD BEG 129 FT S 75 DEG 5’E & 72 FT S 14 DEG 55’W FROM NW COR LOT 2 RUNN TH S 75 DEG 5’E 10 FT TH S 14 DEG 55’W 15 FT TH N 75 DEG 5’W 10 FT TH N 14 DEG 55’E 15 FT TO POB ORIGINAL PLAT VILLAGE OF BLISSFIELD 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
VILLAGE OF BLISSFIELD
NOTICE OF PART TIME
PARKS & RECREATION PROGRAM COORDINATOR POSTING
The Village of Blissfield is seeking a reliable and detail-oriented individual to serve as a Parks &
Recreation Program Coordinator for the Village.
This position performs a variety of coordinator
duties associated with the Blissfield Park and
Recreation Department including but not limited to
establishing and overseeing recreation programs
and events, managing volunteers and staff for said programs and events and making recommendations on improvements to all programs and facilities.
Qualifications:
• Ability to:
o communicate and establish rapport,
understanding and confidence with
participants and the general public.
o exercise independent judgment in the
application of program rules and procedures.
o effectively communicate orally and in writing.
o work flexible hours including evenings and
weekends.
• Skill in:
o the use of common computer programs and
office machines, including Microsoft Office,
Publisher, Power Point, Excel, and athletic
scheduling software.
o developing, planning, and overseeing a diverse
number of public recreational programs and
events.
• Must be dependable, trustworthy, and able to
pass a background check.
• High School diploma or equivalent.
Compensation: Starting Wage $21.08/hour, 20 hours per week.
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 19, 2026. (postmark is NOT acceptable). The Village of Blissfield is an equal
opportunity employer.
NOTICE
VILLAGE OF DEERFIELD
NOTICE
The Deerfield Village Council will be holding a Budget Hearing for the proposed 2026-2027 Village Budget on Monday, March 2, 2026 at the Municipal Building beginning at 6:45 p.m.
THE PROPERTY TAX MILLAGE RATE
PROPOSED TO BE LEVIED TO SUPPORT
THE PROPOSED BUDGET &
THE 2026-2027 BUDGET WILL BE
A SUBJECT OF THIS HEARING
Copies of the proposed budget are available for public inspection at the Municipal Building during business hours or on website
deerfieldmichigan.gov beginning 2/16/2026.
Denise Wylie,
Village Clerk
Posted: Feb. 4, 2026 4:00 pm