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Township Policies & Documents Resolution to Establish a Township Public Logo Contest & Voting Process Feb 2026 Resolution to Establish Community Days Feb 2026 Resolution to Establish an Outstanding Junior Citizen of the Year Award Feb 2026 Resolution to Establish Emergency Preparedness Committee January 2026 Drummond Island Township Agenda Creation Policy Drummond Island Township Post-Audit Policy Drummond Island Township Guidance for Bids and Quotes Drummond Island Township Capital Expenditure Policy Drummond Island Conveyance Approval Policy Drummond Island Township Seasonal Employee Rehiring Policy Township Investment Policy Township Land Division Policy Township Grant Policy Public Inspection of Records Resolution Assessor Accessibility Policy Codified Ordinance of Chippewa County Articles of Incorporation for NEMSA NEMSA Cost Estimate

Assessing & Land Division Katie Van Eenenaam-Carpenter is the Drummond Township Assessor. January 2025 Township Assessor Report She can be reached at: assessor@drummondislandtownship.org Phone: (906) 484-2833 The assessor holds office hours at the township hall on the 1st & 3rd Wednesday of each month from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. She is also available by appointment. January through March by appointment only. Responsibilities and Forms Assessing The Assessor is responsible for identifying and valuing all taxable real and personal property within Drummond Township in accordance with Michigan’s General Property Tax Laws. The Assessor maintains property record information for every parcel of property within Drummond Township including legal descriptions and physical improvements to parcels including commercial, industrial and residential buildings, and accessory structures. The Assessor also maintains taxpayer record information, received in various forms, such as Deeds, Property Transfer Affidavits, Homeowner’s Principal Residence Exemption Affidavits and other related documents. Frequently Asked Questions Assessor Accessibility Policy Address Application Property Protest: Form 4031 July December Board of Review Affidavit.pdf MI Qualified Forest Program Frequently Asked Questions EXEMPTION FORMS Disabled Veterans: Disabled Veterans Exemption FAQ 5107-State Tax Commission Affidavit for Disabled Veterans Exemption Personal Property: 5076-Affidavit to Claim Small Business Tax Exemption STC Poverty Forms: https://www.michigan.gov/treasury/local/stc/poverty-exemption-forms-and-policy-related-to-pa-253-of-2020 Form 5739 - Affirmation of Ownership & Occupancy Form 5737, Application for MCL 211.7u Poverty Exemption (michigan.gov) Drummond Island Poverty Exemption Guidelines and Asset Test Principal Residence: 2856-Principal Residence Exemption Guidelines 2368-Principal Residence Exemption (PRE) Affidavit 2602-Request to Rescind Principal Residence Exemption (PRE) 4640-Conditional Rescission of Principal Residence Exemption (PRE) Township Land Division Policy The Assessor also performs the function of Land Division Administrator. The Land Division Administrator is charged with the review and approval of unplatted splits in accordance with the Land Division Act (Public Act 591 of 1996, MCL 560.101 et seq]. The Township must approve or disapprove the proposed division with 45 days after the filing of a complete application for division with the Assessor/Administrator. Application for Land Division Divisions Table 3278 - Transfer Divison Rights Request to Combine Parcels 2024 ECF Study 2024 Land Value Study Land Value Study Continued Drummond Island Twp Land Division Policy

Announcements Online Reservations Available Make your Drummond Island Township Park Campground reservation here . Materials Management Plan Community Plan Survey Drummond Island Township is sharing the following community survey on behalf of Eastern Upper Peninsula Regional Planning & Development. This is not a Drummond Island Township survey. The Eastern Upper Peninsula is working on a multi-county Materials Management Plan focused on reducing solid waste entering landfills and expanding opportunities for recycling and the collection of other materials, including organic waste, electronics, and yard waste. Residents are invited to provide input about current trash and recycling challenges, services they would like to see offered or expanded, and priorities for future materials management planning. Drummond Island Township is specifically included as a community option in the survey, and we encourage island residents to take a few minutes to participate. Take the online Materials Management Plan Community Survey Prefer a paper copy? View or print the PDF survey here: paper survey Completed paper surveys may be returned to EUP Regional Planning & Development, 2345 Meridian Street, Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49783, as directed on the survey. Back-to-School Immunizations The Chippewa County Health Department will be offering back-to-school immunizations for all school ages on Wednesday, September 2. Immunizations will be available at DeTour Township Hall from 10:00 a.m. to noon and at Drummond Island Township Hall from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. Walk-ins are welcome. This is a convenient opportunity for families to make sure students are up to date on needed immunizations before the new school year. Building Community Brick by Brick Drummond Island Golf Course is planning a new community patio space behind the Club House, and community members are invited to be part of the project by purchasing a personalized engraved paver. Pavers may be used to honor your family, celebrate a golfer, remember a loved one, or promote your business with a permanent place in the new patio. 🧱 7" x 7" Paver: $75 Up to 4 lines, 16 characters per line 🧱 7" x 14" Paver: $120 Up to 4 lines, 30 characters per line Complete the paver order form and return it to the Frank J. Sasso Township Hall, or mail your completed form and payment to: Drummond Island Township PO Box 225 Drummond Island, MI 49726 Checks should be made payable to Drummond Island Township with Golf Course Patio in the memo line. Questions? Contact the Township Office at 906-493-5321. Download and print the paver order form here to get started! Outstanding Junior Citizen of the Year Award In February, the Drummond Island Township Board adopted a resolution establishing an annual Junior Citizen of the Year Award. The award will recognize a Drummond Island resident under the age of 18 who demonstrates outstanding character, leadership, volunteerism, and contributions that positively impact the community. Nomination forms will be released in the fall. The selected recipient will be formally recognized at the December Township Board meeting. Residents are encouraged to watch for further details and begin considering deserving youth within the community. Monthly Board Meeting 1st Tuesday of each month The public is welcome to join us for our monthly township board meeting on the 1st Tuesday of every month. Our agendas and minutes are posted on our website as they become available. Drummond Island Community Days Established In February 2026, the Drummond Island Township Board formally established Drummond Island Community Days as recurring, Township-supported events. Community Days will be held twice each year, once in the spring and once in the fall, with specific dates and activities to be announced as plans develop. These voluntary, community-driven days are intended to bring Islanders together around shared goals that benefit the island as a whole. Activities may include a variety of island-led projects and initiatives that promote volunteerism, strengthen community connections, and foster pride in Drummond Island. Community input will be welcomed as each event is planned. Visit the Community Days page on our website for details about how to get involved. Outstanding Citizen of the Year Award Drummond Island Township is proud to announce the return of the Outstanding Citizen of the Year award, a tradition that had been paused since 2006. Reinstated by the Township Board, this award honors individuals whose steady service, care, and commitment quietly strengthen our island community. The 2025 Outstanding Citizen of the Year is Darlene Skinner. Darlene’s impact can be seen across Drummond Island, most recently through her dedication to the Drummond Island Cemetery. After two years of effort, she secured a new cemetery sign crafted from stone originally cut for the Soo Locks, creating a lasting marker of history and respect. This spring, she also organized a headstone cleanup, giving special attention to those whose families are no longer able to do so, while sharing stories that honored the people and families who helped shape this island. Beyond the cemetery, Darlene serves on multiple committees and community groups, always stepping forward with care, pride, and a belief in Drummond Island’s future. We also recognize this year’s other nominees, Pam and Tom Ellis, Celia Bias, Pastor Isaacson, Candis Collick, and Jeanne May, along with the many residents who contribute quietly and consistently. Our community thrives because of people like them. Congratulations to Darlene Skinner, the 2025 Outstanding Citizen of the Year. Blue Recycling Trailer The blue recycling trailer is located next to the ice rink off of Pine Street near the intersection of Townline Road. It is available for recycling 24/7 except when it is off the island for emptying (Wednesdays in the winter, Mondays and Thursdays in the busier season). Plastic bags are not allowed in the recycling cart. All items must be loose, clean, and sorted. Accepted materials Glass bottles and jars, any color, no lids Metal cans, aerosol cans, aluminum foil, and metal lids Newspapers, envelopes, magazines, and paper bags Plastic containers #1–7, clean only, no plastic bags or sheets Not accepted Garbage, syringes, or medical waste Plastic that is not a #1-7 labeled container (i.e. no plastic wrap) Styrofoam, vinyl siding, PVC, toys, furniture, or paper cups Window glass, dishes, ceramics, light bulbs, batteries, or electronics If you are unsure about an item, please leave it out to help protect the success of the recycling program. Cardboard Recycling Trailer The white cardboard recycling trailer is located next to the ice rink off of Pine St near the intersection of Townline Rd. Please follow the above directions, flattening all boxes and loading them towards the back and top before moving towards the front. Update to Garbage Service on the Island Garbage collection on Drummond Island is provided by private businesses. Current options include GFL dumpsters with Friday pickup, Carl Hartman’s residential pickup service, and prepaid bag drop-off at Bailey’s Service Station and EZ Mart. When Carl’s new transfer station is ready to open, the gas station drop-off sites will close, and his facility will become the island’s garbage drop-off location. He will also continue offering weekly or biweekly residential pickup. The timing of the station opening is not yet known. For details about the new transfer station, including its location and opening plans, please read Carl Hartman’s full letter here: http://bit.ly/3Ih1F3p . Senior Lunch Senior lunches, provided through the Community Action Agency, are served at the Township Hall Monday through Thursday at noon. Meals are available for dine-in or takeout. Suggested donation is $3 for seniors 60 & up and $6 for everyone else. Call ahead to arrange for pick up or delivery if needed. If you have questions, contact Frank at (906) 493-5059. View the current menu here . Pickleball Anyone? Join us for pickleball this summer at the Drummond Island Township Golf Course tennis courts in the wamer months and the elementary school gym in the colder months. Play is free for anyone. No experience necessary. Sign up on the Team Reach app and watch the calendar for announcements each week. Sessions will be canceled when not enough players sign up, so please use the app to let us know you will be joining. Yoga & Pilates at Town Hall (& Big Shoal Beach in the warmer months) Germinate Wellness hosts free (donation-based) yoga and pilates classes at the township hall. All levels are welcome, and extra yoga mats are available if needed. Sign up for classes ahead of time at germinatewellness.com/signup. Spin Classes Did you know that the Drummond Island Medical Center offers free spin classes? Three instructors guide you through an hour-long spin class, no experience required. Find their sign-ups on their Spin On The Island Facebook page . Questions about burn permits? If you’re planning to burn on Drummond Island, always check the Michigan DNR burn permit website before you start. This site will tell you if burning is allowed for the day. The Township and Fire Department do not issue burn permits. You can find the daily burn status here: https://www.michigan.gov/.../forestry/fire/burn-permit Change of Address Reminder If your mailing address has changed, please let the Township Office know so you continue to receive important notices, including your tax bill notices or special notices from the township. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 9 AM to 2 PM. Phone: (906) 493-5321 Photo Credit: Charles Dawley

Township Treasurer Jeanette Alguire serves as Drummond Township Treasurer. She was elected in November 2024. She can be reached at 906/493-5321 or treasurer@drummondislandtownship.org As Treasurer, some of her official duties include: Responsible for all revenues received by Drummond Township from bank and investment accounts and tax collection. Maintains Township receipt records in accordance with the Uniform Chart of Accounts as directed by the State Treasurer. Assists residents and property owners with the tax related issues. Collaborates with Township Board of Trustees to develop the annual Township budget. Tax Tips If your address changes or if you want your bill sent to a winter address, please let us know so we can update our database. Summer 2024 taxes are due September 16. Late interest and penalties began accruing September 17. Taxes may be paid to the township until the last day of February. Winter taxes are due the last day of February . Beginning March 1, all taxes are considered delinquent and must be paid to the Chippewa County Treasurer. Please check your winter bill to see if it says "Summer Taxes Owing". If that is the case, your summer bill still has a balance owed.

Emergency Services Drummond Island is served by a volunteer fire department and ambulance service. If you have an emergency on the island, please CALL 9-1-1 . Contact the fire chief for a non emergency: Ben Richwine fire@drummondislandtownship.org View the NEMSA Presentation from November 7, 2024 regarding new ambulance service for Drummond Island which was discussed at the January 2025 Township Board meeting. Currently Trustee Justin Bailey serves on the NEMSA board, representing Drummond Island Township. Donations to the Ambulance Corp can be made to: CARES for DIAC P.O. Box 392 Drummond Island, MI 49726 Donations to Fire & Rescue can be made to: Friends of Drummond Island Fire & Rescue 30548 E. Johnswood Drummond Island, MI 49726 View the Fire Department Presentation from the December 3, 2024 Township Board meeting

PUBLIC NOTICE SPECIAL ELECTION COMMISSION MEETING DRUMMOND ISLAND TOWNSHIP ELECTION COMMISSION MEETING TUESDAY, JULY 2, 2024 6:15 PM DRUMMOND ISLAND TOWNSHIP HALL 29935 E. PINE STREET, DRUMMOND ISLAND FOR THE PURPOSE OF APPOINTING ELECTION INSPECTORS FOR THE AUGUST 6, 2024 ELECTION Township Clerk Amanda Fairchild serves the Drummond Township Clerk. Amanda is charged with the safekeeping of Drummond Township's correspondence, records, books and papers. She documents all monies disbursed by the township according to the Uniform Chart of Accounts, as prescribed by the state treasurer. Amanda also prepares and maintains the journals and ledgers reflecting the Township's assets, liabilities, fund equities, revenues and expenditures for each fund. As Township Clerk, Amanda is responsible for elections and election workers, all payroll and receiving. Additionally, Amanda maintains meeting minutes, records of township contracts, resolutions, ordinances and other special proceedings and activities. ELECTIONS AND RESULTS APPLY FOR AN ABSENTEE BALLOT HERE VOTING STRAIGHT TICKET INFORMATION

PROPERTY DETAILS Parcel Viewing (GIS Mapping) Property Lookup (BS&A website) PROPERTY TAXES 2023 Millage Rates State of Michigan Tax Estimator Township Assessor Report Jan 2025 Pay Taxes Online

Next event: October 17, 2026 Drummond Island Community Days is a new, twice-yearly event focused on bringing Islanders together to work, connect, and take care of the place we all call home. Community Days is about more than clean-up — it’s about Islanders showing up for each other and for this island we all love. Watch this page and our social media for updates on how you can participate in our next event. May 2, 2026 Community Days Recap Around 50 Islanders showed up on May 2 to take care of the place we all call home. Volunteers worked across the island that morning, from roadsides and ditches to the tennis courts, then gathered back at the Frank J. Sasso Township Hall for a community luncheon prepared by the Drummond Island Homemakers. The morning started at township hall with check-in, welcome bags, and a chance to catch up before heading out. From the roadsides to the tennis courts, volunteers spread out across the island to clean, sweep, and haul. After the morning's work, volunteers gathered back at the township hall for lunch prepared and served by the Drummond Island Homemakers.. A huge thank you to everyone who made this day possible. From the early brainstorming and planning to collecting registration forms, packing welcome bags, organizing groups, and hauling supplies, this took a lot of hands. A special thank you to the Beautification Committee for the months of work that went into making Community Days happen, and to the Drummond Island Homemakers for the lunch that brought everyone back together at the end of the morning. Thank you to every Islander who showed up and put in the work. This is what Community Days is about. Community Days on Drummond Island Spring and Fall Annually "Volunteers do not necessarily have the time; they just have the heart" -Elizabeth Andrew

News, Events, Announcements Photo credit: Lisa MacDonald Township Calendar Click the image to view the Township Calendar. Events scheduled at Drummond Island Township Hall and the Township Golf Course are listed here. To request an event or meeting to be added, please visit our scheduling page for details and submission instructions. Announcements Click the image to view township announcements. Find out what's happening right now! Island events, programs, announcements, and news are listed here. Also, please follow our Facebook page or Instagram for up-to-date announcements. Photo credit: David Bardsley Moving Forward Together Click the image to view the newsletters. Each month, Supervisor Truax shares updates, board activity, policy highlights, and priorities for the township. The newsletter provides residents with clear, timely information on local government work and decisions. Missed the Township Meeting? Click the image to view information about township meetings, including agendas and meeting minutes. Township meetings take place at 6:30 PM on the first Tuesday of each month, unless otherwise announced. Drummond Island Digest Click the image to view their website. The Drummond Island Digest is a locally published newspaper that regularly features township updates, community news, and island stories. While privately operated, it serves as a valuable source of information for residents and visitors alike. View their Facebook page here .

Drummond Island Township Golf Course 29901 E. Fairchild Lane - Drummond Island Open to the Public Memberships & Leagues Pro Shop Hours Sunday, Monday, Thursday 9am–8pm Tuesday and Wednesday 9am–9pm Friday and Saturday 9am–9pm Follow Drummond Island Township Golf Course on Facebook & Instagram! Reserve Online Check out our gear in the pro shop Course Manager & Superintendent, Craig Hoffman Photo credit: Melissa Courville

Drummond Island Township Cemetery The Township Cemetery is located on Townline Road; just north of the Four Corners. The Sexton is Celia Bias . She can be reached at 906/493-5123.