Announcements
TOWNSHIP HOURS
The township no longer has regular office hours at the building. Clerk Val Locke will set appointments as requested.
Please check the website or township building for postings on any other changes regarding office hours.
Appointments may be made with any township officials.
To contact township officials, click here to find their email addresses or call 269-445-3941 to be directed to your party.
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BOARD OF TRUSTEES MEETING
NEXT MONTHLY BOARD OF TRUSTEES MEETING is
THURSDAY, May 14, 2026, at 6:30 p.m.
Click here for May 14, 2026, agenda when posted before the meeting.
The meeting will be held at 6:30 p.m., in person at the Township Hall,
24725 Jefferson Center St., Cassopolis, MI 49031.
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PROPERTY TAX PAYMENTS
All 2025 summer and winter taxes are now considered delinquent. Contact the Cass County Treasurer's office to get the correct amount to pay:
Hours
Monday through Friday
8 a.m. to 5 p.m
Closed on holidays
120 N Broadway
Cassopolis, MI 49031
Phone: 269-445-4468
The Jefferson Township Treasurer will not be holding regular office hours, so for questions or information please call 269-876-2254 or email treasurer@jeffersontownshiponline.org.
Treasurer Mendenhall does not have an office at the township building. She serves residents at her office.
TREASUER CONTACTS:
email: treasurer@jeffersontownshiponline.org
call: 269-876-2254
visit: 67722 N. Shore Dr., Edwardsburg, MI 49112
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TOWNSHIP ORDINANCE & ZONING MAP
Click here to view the 2024 ADOPTED ordinance revisions.
Click here to view the 2024 ADOPTED township zoning map.
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PUBLIC NOTICES
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Commission will hold its regular meeting on Wednesday, July 15 at 7:00 p.m. at the Township Hall, 24725 Jefferson Center St., Cassopolis, MI 49031.
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COUNTY & TOWNSHIP INFORMATION
Township Clean-up Day
Our Annual Township Clean-up Day is Saturday, May 2, 2026, from 8:00 a.m. to 12 noon. No tires will be accepted this year.
Special bin will be provided for scrap metal during township clean-up day.
The following items are NOT accepted at the cleanup day:
· Air Conditioners
· Dehumidifiers
· Electronics
· Hazardous Chemicals
· Motor oils
· Paint
· Propane tanks
· Refrigerators
· Televisions
· Yard Waste – wood, brush, leaves, dirt
This service is free of charge for township residents. Proof of residence may be requested.
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Township Opportunities
The Jefferson Township Board of Trustees is seeking appointment of a new member for the Planning & Zoning Commission. Training will be provided. For more information, contact Supervisor Dean Hass at roper31@aol.com or call 269-445-3941.
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Township Hall rental for events discontinued
The Board of Trustees voted to no longer offer the hall for rental in 2025. The decision was based in part on township officials not being immediately available to inspect the building after events and in part because some past renters did not responsibly close our facilities after events.
If this decision changes, a posting will be found here on the website.
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2025 Township Newsletter
Click here to read
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GET UP TO DATE ELECTION INFORMATION sent directly to you! Receive email or text notices. Click here to sign up.
The Michigan Voter Information Center is always available to check your voter registration status, election dates and other related details.
Michigan Voter Information Center (click here to be connected)
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ASSESSOR LAND VALUE AND ECF STUDIES
Contact Assessor Northrup with questions at shalicen@gmail.com or 269-587-0208.
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POVERTY EXEMPTION
MCL 211.7u provides for a property tax exemption, in whole or part, for the principal residence of persons who, by reason of poverty, are unable to contribute to the public charges. In order to receive a poverty exemption, a taxpayer must annually file a completed application form, and all required additional documentation, with the supervisor, assessor, or the Board of Review where the property is located. Read more...
Click on the forms below:
Form 5737 Application for Poverty Exemption
Form 5739 Affirmation of Ownership and Occupancy to Remain Exempt by Reason of Poverty
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PERMIT PROCESS
Please contact the following people directly for assistance: building, mechanical, plumbing, and zoning inspectors and assessor. Click here or DIRECTORY above for contact information. Click here or FORMS above for printable forms.
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MARIJUANA (MARIHUANA) ORDINANCES
Click on each ordinance below to read:
Adult Use Marijuana (Marihuana) Establishment ordinance
Medical Use Marijuana (Marihuana) Facilities ordinance
Township Hours:
The township no longer has office hours at the building.
Appointments may be made with any township officials.
To contact township officials, click here to find their email addresses or call 269-445-3941 to be directed to your party.
Please contact Dean Hass, Township Supervisor, 269-445-3941 x 9 for assistance.
Physical Address:
Jefferson Township
24725 Jefferson Center Street
Cassopolis, Michigan 49031
Mailing Address:
Jefferson Township
PO Box 188
Cassopolis, Michigan 49031
Office Telephone: 269-445-3941. This number will connect callers to Township officials.
Office Fax: 269-445-8274
General Inquiries Email: building@jeffersontownshiponline.org
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TOWNSHIP MEETINGS
Board of Trustees meets the 2nd Thursday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at the Township Hall, 24725 Jefferson Center St., Cassopolis, MI 49031 unless otherwise posted. Township residents and any other interested parties are welcome to participate in the Trustee meetings.
Please contact Dean Hass, Township Supervisor,
269-445-3941 x 9 with questions. Current meeting information will also be posted on the Township building and under ANNOUNCEMENTS here on the website.
2026-27 Planning & Zoning Commission
regular meetings will be held on the following Wednesdays at 7:00 p.m. at the Township Hall, 24725 Jefferson Center St., Cassopolis, MI 49031 unless otherwise posted:
July 15
October 21
January 20, 2027 - Organizational Meeting
Additional meetings may be held as necessary.
Please contact Dean Hass, Township Supervisor, 269-445-3941 x 9 for additional information.