Welcome to the Website of LAWRENCE TOWNSHIP

Thanks for stopping by to learn more about LAWRENCE. You can find information on our site about ongoing projects and events in LAWRENCE, community news and contacts for various public service departments.

Starting in September 

Healthy Body, Healthy Mind

Healthy Body, Healthy Mind classes will include varity of therapeutic revitalizing movements and breathing techniques drawn from Yoga, QiGong, Tai Chi and other somatic practices. Classes are limited to 15 participants. Registration is appreciated (at Township Hall) but not required. 

On going Classes will start Monday September 13, 2021

(Because of Tuesdays storms we postponed the start)

Presented by Carol Iverson

Mondays 10-11am (Free for our 60 and  community members)

Basic Movements: This class will introduce you to the anatomy, physiology and alignment of your body. The movements are designed to relax, stretch and strengthen every aspect of the body. Movements are presented in a way that participants can safely perform joint and spinal movements, standing strength and balance positions, and enhance posture alignment. Many movements will have options that can be done in a chair or with a chair/wall for support. This class is appropriate for most seniors and anyone who wants a slow, grounded, physically regenerative practice. 

Tuesdays: 5:30 to 6:30pm - except the fourth Tuesdays

Energizing: This class includes the benefits of the basic movements (above) and will be more challenging with complex and/or strenuous movements, possibly including weights, sometimes holding in positions to increase endurance and physical capacity and sometimes done in a continuous flow. Some regular prior physical practice is highly recommended.

Bring a Mat if you have one otherwise we will have some available.

 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

LAWRENCE TOWNSHIP ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS

The Lawrence Township Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on Monday, September 27, 2021, at 7:00 p.m. at the Township Hall located at 411 N. Paw Paw Street, Lawrence, MI 49064.

The purpose of the hearing will be to hear a variance request to the maximum height of a fence/wall located within the required front yard setback, Section 1-8.6 (F) (4) of the Lawrence Township Zoning Ordinance.  The Address is 47359 CR 374. Parcel ID #80-13-012-015-00.

See the Public Notice for more details.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

LAWRENCE TOWNSHIP PLANNING COMMISSION

The Lawrence Township Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, September 28, 2021, at 5:00 p.m. at the Township Hall located at 411 N. Paw Paw Street, Lawrence, MI 49064. The purpose of the hearing will be to accept and consider public comments regarding a text amendment to the Zoning Ordinance for a Marihuana Agribusiness Overlay District and an amendment to the Zoning Map for a Marihuana Agribusiness Overlay District.

See the Public Notice for more details.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

LAWRENCE TOWNSHIP PLANNING COMMISSION

The Lawrence Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, September 28, 2021, at 5:00pm at the Township Hall located at 411 N. Paw Paw Street, Lawrence, MI 49064. The purpose of the hearing will be Planning Commission action on the request of Belltown Power for special use permit for recommendation of approval to the Township Board of Trustees to construct:

1. A large-scale solar system on the following parcels with parcel identification numbers for property tax purposes: 80-13-015-005-00, 80-13-015-004-00, 80-13-014-003-00, 80-13-022-004-10, 80-13-023-001-00, 80-13-023-015-00,80-13-023-018-00, 80-13-023-012-00, 80-13-023-004-00, within Lawrence Township, in accordance with Article 7 of the Lawrence Township Zoning Ordinance. The applicant is also requesting approval of a site plan for the proposed construction. The subject properties are located in the A-1 Agriculture Zoning District. AND

2. A substation on the following parcel with parcel identification number for property taz purposes: 80-13-014-005-60, within Lawrence Township, in accordance with Article 7 of the Lawrence Township Zoning Ordinance. The applicant is also requesting approval of a site plan for the proposed substation construction. The subject property is located in the A-1 Agriculture Zoning District.                                                                                                                                                                               See the Public Notice for more details.

Next Regular Township Board Meeting

October 14, 2021 at 7:00 pm

Where:  Township Hall, 411 N Paw Paw St

What:  Regular board meeting.  Discussion items will include review of previous minutes, current month expenditures, committee reports, and other items on the agenda followed by public comments.

How:  Attendence is not limited Township Hall or by remote participation when our internet is working.  See the Public Notice for details.

Lawrence Township/Village

Senior Citizens

Lunches

Monday, Sept. 13 and 27

Meet at the Township Hall 

"Old Lion's Club Building"

Arrival/Social Time 11am

Lunch served between 11:30-noon!

After Lunch we will be playing BINGO!

For those who enjoy the game! We usually play until around 1:30pm

Remember to come get your lunch if you are at least 60 years old

and live in Lawrence Village or Township. 

We are 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

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Marijuana 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.

Van Buren County Road Commission Road Spraying information is in Public Notices

See the Public Notice for details.

LAWRENCE TOWNSHIP MEETINGS NOTICE

 (adopted March 27, 2021)

Meetings for Fiscal Year (April 2021 – March 2022)

Will be Held on the Following Dates at the

Lawrence Township Hall

411 NORTH PAW PAW STREET

Note:  Any special meetings or budget workshop notices will be posted at least 18 hours in advance. (Website, Post Office, Fire Station & Twp. Hall)

TOWNSHIP BOARD 7:00 p.m.

(2^nd Thursday of each month)

                                April 8, 2021                           October 14, 2021        

                                May 13, 2021                          November 11, 2021

                                June 10, 2021                         December 9, 2021

                                July 8, 2021                            January 13, 2022

                                August 12, 2021                     February 10, 2022

                                September 9, 2021                 March 10, 2022

Annual Meeting March 26, 2022 1:00 p.m.

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PLANNING COMMISSION 5:00 p.m.

(4^th Tuesday of 1^st month of each quarter) {Revised 5/13/2021}

April 21, 2021

May 18, 2021

July 27, 2021

October 26, 2021

January 25, 2022

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ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS 7:00 p.m.

(2^ND and 4^th Monday of every month, as needed)

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BOARD OF REVIEW

July/December/March as per statute

(Watch for meetings notices in the Courier Leader)

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.

GENERAL OFFICE HOURS

Office hours have resumed and are Monday-Thursday 7am - 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.

TREASURER OFFICE HOURS

The Treasurer's office is now open Tuesdays 9am - 4pm,

Wednesdays 1-8pm.  People needing service may also call the Treasurer's phone line at 269-674-3840.

If you have any questions, please contact Our Office at 269-674-4255, Ext 100.

NOTE

Lawrence Township has a new mailing address:  PO Box 445, Lawrence, MI 49064