LAWRENCE, MICHIGAN
Welcome to the Official Website of the Township of Lawrence, Michigan!
We are delighted to have you visit our online home. Situated in the heart of Van Buren County, the Township of Lawrence combines rich history, natural beauty, and a close-knit community spirit.
This website is designed to serve as your central hub for information, resources, and updates about our township. Whether you are a resident, business owner, or visitor, you will find valuable information about our services, upcoming events, community projects, and local government initiatives.
Explore our site to:
- Stay informed about township meetings and announcements.
- Access essential forms and documents.
- Learn more about our vibrant community and its offerings.
- Connect with departments and leaders committed to serving you.
Thank you for visiting the Lawrence Township website. We are dedicated to fostering a transparent and engaging relationship with our community, and we encourage you to reach out if you have any questions, suggestions, or need assistance.
Welcome to Lawrence—where community thrives and traditions endure!
2024 Lawrence Township Master Plan
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Paw Paw Township Recycling Transfer Station Access
Residents looking to utilize the Paw Paw Township Recycling Transfer Station will need an access card.
Cost:
- Annual Access Card: $50
How to Obtain:
Visit the Paw Paw Township Hall at:
114 N. Gremps St., Paw Paw, MI 49079
Contact Information:
Phone: (269) 657-4340
Email: pawpawtownship@pawpawtownshipmi.gov
Stay tuned for updates as we work on bringing similar services to Lawrence Township!
If You Need Assistance
MICHIGAN 2-1-1 is an easy way to find help of all kinds, right in your community. Need help with food, housing, or paying bills? Need support in a family crisis or community disaster? We're here for you. Any time. All the time. Just call, text, or search online 211 and we will get you connected.
If you have a medical emergency please call 911
LAWRENCE TOWNSHIP MEETINGS NOTICE
Meetings for Fiscal Year (April 2025 – March 2026)
Will be Held on the Following Dates at the
Lawrence Township Hall
411 N PAW PAW STREET
TOWNSHIP BOARD 6:00 p.m.
(3nd Thursday of each month)
April 17, 2025 October 16, 2025
May 15, 2025 November 20, 2025
June 19, 2025 December 18, 2025
July 17, 2025 January 15, 2026
August 21, 2025 February 19, 2026
September 18, 2025 March 19, 2026
Planning Commission Meeting 5:00p.m.
(4th Tuesday of 1st month of each quarter, additional meetings as needed)
April 22, 2025
July 22, 2025
October 28, 2025
January 27, 2026
ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS 6:00 p.m.
(2ND and 4th Monday of every month, as needed)
BOARD OF REVIEW
July/December/March as per statute
PARKS AND REC MEETINGS
Quarterly at 6pm
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Publications are within the Herald Palladium or Decatur Republican. Postings are withtin the Post Office, Fire Station and TWP. Hall notice board.
**Meeting notices are now found under the Public Notice section** |
Commodities Food Distributions
(Second Tuesdays and extra day (third Wed.) usually until noon or when done) at the Township Hall Parking Lot
Lawrence Township/Village
Senior Citizens
Lunches
At the Lawrence Township Hall
"Old Lion's Club Building"
411 S. Paw Paw St. for our monthly lunches
Check out "Lawrence MI Senior Services" new page on Facebook
{Lunch and BINGO!}
2nd and 4th Mondays of each month (except Dec.23 and Veteran's Day)
Social at 11am/Lunch at 11:30ish and
we usually play BINGO 12:30 to 1:30pm sometimes we have a speaker
Remember to come get your free lunch if you are at least 60 years old
and live in Lawrence Village or Township and Hamilton Township now.
Others joining us can pay our cost of $12
We are always looking for prizes for our Bingo! If you have any new (or like New) items you would like to donate please drop them off at the Township Hall (7am-3pm, Mon.-Thru.) or bring them to the Monday lunches. Thank you
We have Game Wednesdays from 1-3pm in the Township's Hall.
Battery Recycling Now Available
The Van Buren Conservation District & local partners are starting lithium-ion
battery recycling near you! Stop into our drop-off locations to safely and properly dispose of your batteries. Questions? Contact Kalli at 269-633-9314 or resourcerecovery@VanBurenCD.org
* For fire safety, tape the battery ends before transporting them.
Recycle at these Locations:
- Antwerp Sunshine Library
- Bangor Branch Library
- Covert Branch Library
- Hartford Public Library
- Lawrence Branch Library
- Paw Paw Public Library
- South Haven Senior Services Center
- Van Buren Conservation District Office
- Webster Memorial Library (Decatur)
Cannabis Agency Notice
Paid for with a grant from the State of Michigan, Lawrence Township has secure lock boxes available for residents. These boxes help prevent unwanted consumption of legal drugs and provide a safe means of legal transportation. Please visit the Township Hall at 411 N. Paw Paw St. to request a free lock box.
State Tax Commission's
New Poverty Exemption Procedure
The STC has created a new application. Click Public Notice for related documents that need to be used when one applies. See the Public Notice for details.
OFFICE HOURS
After hours please use our outside secure drop box.
GENERAL OFFICE HOURS are Monday-Thursday 8am - 3pm. You may drop off items in the secure drop box located at the office entrance of the Township Hall located at 411 N Paw Paw St, Lawrence outside office hours.
If you have any questions, please contact Our Office at 269-674-4255, Ext 100.
SafeBuilt Represenative
A Represenative from SafeBuilt is in the Township Office Tuesday and Thursday 7am - 4:00pm. to answer questions and assist people.
A SafeBuilt Permit Tech is now in the office lobby daily Tue. and Thurs. 8am-4pm.
Treasurer's Office
The Treasurer's office is now open Mondays - Fridays 9am - 3pm and Wednesdays 9am - 6pm(during tax season only). People needing service may also call the Treasurer's phone line directly at 269-674-3840. If we don't answer please leave a message and we will get back with you.
Cannabis Agency Office is open Monday - Friday
8am - 3pm. They are happy to answer questions and assist individuals in all things Cannabis related.
NOTE
Lawrence Township has a new mailing address: PO Box 445, Lawrence, MI 49064
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