How do I…
The things residents actually need, grouped by what you are trying to get done. Pick a task to jump straight to it.
Pay & apply
Money, licenses, and permits
Pay my property taxes
Summer and winter tax bills through the Township Treasurer.
Get a dog license
Licenses available through the Roscommon County Treasurer's Office at 500 Lake Street or call (989) 275-5823.
Get a burn permit
Free burn permits available online at michigan.gov/burnpermit.
Apply for a marijuana license
Marijuana establishment applications and zoning requirements.
Records & meetings
Transparency and public documents
View board meeting minutes
Board meets the 2nd Tuesday at 7 p.m.; minutes available online.
See the Planning Commission schedule
Planning Commission meetings and agendas online.
Request public records (FOIA)
File a Freedom of Information Act request with the Township Clerk.
Read an ordinance
Complete Township ordinance index and text online.
Home & property
Your place and what's on it
Find my trash & recycling day
Republic Services pickup schedule and blue bin details.
Look up my property assessment
Property tax assessment and valuation through the Assessor.
Report an ordinance concern or blight
Contact Ordinance Enforcement Officer Kevin Rose at (989) 202-4736.
Reserve the Township Hall
Hall rental is currently discontinued while the Township plans a new facility.
Vote & visit
Elections, community, and parks
Register to vote or find my polling place
Polling at the Township Hall; voter registration and ballot drop box online.
Find area events
Houghton Lake community calendar at houghtonlakechamber.net/community-calendar.
Visit Lake Township Park
Public park at 9530 W. Lake City Road with water access and amenities.
Contact a department
Direct phone and email for every Township office and role.
Still not sure?
Ask Lake Township
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