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Bedford Township  |  Berlin Charter Township  |  Dundee Township  |  Erie Township
Monroe Charter Township  |  City of Petersburg  |  Raisinville Township  |  City of Monroe
Frenchtown Charter Township

Bedford Township

Bedford Township is the home of nationally acclaimed schools, world-class master builders, award-winning
farms, dedicated emergency service departments, and wonderful neighbors!

The city limits of Toledo, Ohio are contiguous with the southern boundary of Bedford Township. Just minutes from the shores of Lake Erie, within close proximity to Ann Arbor, Toledo and Detroit, Bedford is an ideal location.

Government

Bedford is governed by an elected Township Board of seven, consisting of the Supervisor, Clerk and Treasurer (all full-time positions), and four part-time Trustee positions. The full-time positions are responsible for the operations of the township. The office is also a full service Passport office!

Bedford Fire Department serves the Township with one fire department, comprised of three fire stations and approximately 65 men and women who respond to almost 2,000 emergency incidents each year. The dedicated numbers of Bedford Fire Department spend literally thousands of hours in training throughout the year learning new skills and safety techniques.

The Monroe County Sheriff’s Department provides deputies on a full-time basis. Their watch reassures residents and provides a safe environment for our families.

Bedford Business Association	(734) 850-2200
Bedford Now Newspaper	(734) 854-2582
Bedford Press	(734) 856-6680
Bedford Senior Center	(734) 856-3330
South County Water	(734) 847-0579

Parks

Carr Park – Lewis Avenue, north of Temperance Road
Indian Creek Park – Douglas Road north of Dean in Lambertville
Parmalee Park – off Summerfield Road at the end of Dorr Street
Samaria Park – downtown Samaria on M-151, Samaria Road
White Park – the largest park, at the corner of Consear and Douglas Roads

Berlin Charter Township

Berlin Township, situated in northern Monroe County, possesses some of the most scenic shoreline on the Great Lakes and is one of the fastest growing communities in southeastern Michigan. Waterfowl, hunting and fishing enthusiasts enjoy its miles of marshes and inlets, while boaters take advantage of the open waters of Lake Erie. Berlin Township can also boast of a rural character where farmland and open fields still define the landscape and way of life for residents and visitors. Berlin Township, convenient to Interstates 75 and 275, continues to be an ideal place for families to live and visitors to return to.

Population

9,500

Land Area

36 square miles

Government

An elected board governs Berlin Township, and operations and development are managed by the supervisor.

Public Safety

Berlin Township Fire Department is manned by 75 volunteers.

Helpful Numbers

Berlin Recycling (Rockwood Landfill)	(734) 379-4624
Berlin Water and Sewer Treatment Plant	(734) 586-2187

Attractions and Events

The Pointe Mouillee State Game Area is the site of the largest freshwater marsh restoration and has been a favorite spot of sportsmen and wildlife enthusiasts since the 1700s. Take North Dixie Highway to Compeau Road.

Newport Firemen’s Festival is held at Firemen’s Park on Brandon Road.

Dundee Township

On Monroe County’s western edge lies the rural and agricultural Dundee Township. Its western border is Lenawee County, north is Milan Township, and Petersburg Township is south. There are historic homesteads and farms lining the beautiful landscape. Highway 50 runs east and west, and there is quick access to Highway 23 in the Village of Dundee. Dundee Township is approximately 15 minutes from Monroe via Highway 50, and 20 minutes from Ohio and Ann Arbor via Highway 23. There are ambling creeks, still, glistening ponds, and many farms have horses and chickens, sheep and cows. The beautiful countryside and friendly people contribute to the atmosphere that says . . . this is a wonderful place to raise a family or retire.

Population

6,500

Land Area

36 square miles

Government

The board consists of seven elected officials.

Township Hall
179 Main Street, Dundee 48131
www.dundeetownship.info	(734) 529-2650

Public Safety

Police service is provided by Monroe County Sheriff’s Department.

The Fire Department has 28 volunteer firefighters.

Water

Water is non-public, private wells.

Taxes (per $1000 assessed value)

Erie Township is home to Consumers Energy, J.R. Whiting Plant, and many manufacturing facilities. Agriculture plays a big part in the Township where 80 percent of the land is used for farming. The landscape is picturesque with the contrast of farms and lakeshore. With all its attributes Erie Township is an ideal place to live, work and play!

Population

5,500

Land Area

25.23 square miles

Government

The board consists of five elected officials.

Erie Township Office
www.erietownship.com	(734) 848-5915
Public Safety
Police non-emergency	(734) 848-4082
Erie Township has two fire stations
Erie Station non-emergency	(734) 848-3473
Morin Point non-emergency	(734) 848-8942
Schools
Mason Consolidated Schools
2400 Mason Eagle Drive, Erie 48133	(734) 848-9304
Taxes (per $1000 assessed value)	$42.3814

Homestead	$24.3685		Non-Homestead	$42.3814

Parks

Maplewood Park, 9855 Lincoln Street               South Erie Park, 7450 Suder Ave.

Water
South County Water Department                               (734) 847-0579

Monroe Charter Township

Monroe Charter Township runs along the southern border of the City of Monroe. Its eastern border is Lake Erie where there are many lake accesses, fishing sites and marinas. Charter boating and fishing, camping and fun activities for the whole family are conveniently located right off the interstate.

The township is in the Monroe Public School District and the Ida School District with two high schools and three elementary schools. Custer Elementary School, 5001 West Albain Road, is one of the largest elementary schools in Michigan. Monroe County Community College is on Raisinville Road just north of Dunbar Road. The La-Z-Boy Center, on the college grounds, is host to community events, educational programs, musical and theatrical performances.

Monroe Charter Township is bustling with a variety of specialty shops, automobile dealers, doctor and dental offices, government offices, banks and churches. Because of its prosperous business climate new homes and developments are neatly tucked into the landscape. World recognized companies, Tenneco Automotive and Midway Products call Monroe Charter Township home. With all the business, industry, new homes and offices, the township still maintains 50 percent of its land for agricultural use.

Waterways in the township, such as Plum Creek Bay and LaPlaisance Bay, are home to one of the largest species of aquatic wildflowers, the American Lotus (nelumbo hitea). People from all over the world visit to see these spectacular flowers. During the early 20th-century the interurban railway brought people from Toledo and Detroit on excursions to see the lotus beds. Development of the waterfront, and flooding during the mid-20th-century, drove the lotus to near extinction. Now, due to strict environmental laws, wetlands preservation efforts, and lower water levels on Lake Erie, the lotus beds are back. Huge beds of the showy flower may be seen in mid-summer along East Dunbar Road and on LaPlaisance Bay near Raisin Point. The official symbol for clean water in the State of Michigan is the American Lotus.

Monroe Charter Township is a progressive community staying abreast of amenities that make living and working in the township convenient and pleasurable. Monroe Charter Township is a perfect place for family living.

Population

13,500

Land Use

19.5 square miles

Government

The township has seven elected board members which includes the supervisor.

Taxes (per $1000 assessed value)

Homestead

$23.0774

Non-Homestead

$40.8254

Parks

The township has numerous neighborhood parks in south Monroe Townsite, Ravenwood and other developments, and will soon develop a 30-acre park located between Dunbar and Albain roads just west of Telegraph Road. Waterloo Park is located on Mulhollen Drive off Highway 50.

City of Petersburg

The City of Petersburg is nestled in the midwest sector of Monroe County a few miles east of the Lenawee County line. Quiet with rural charm, it is conveniently located to major arteries. Residents enjoy the best of both worlds. Established in 1869, Petersburg’s rich history is evident. Veteran’s Park war memorials include the nearly 100-year-old Civil War Memorial. A historic cemetery located in the city is the final resting place for Petersburg’s founding fathers. 

The city is served by the Summerfield-Petersburg Branch of the Monroe County Library System, 60 East Center Street. Petersburg is proud to be in the Summerfield School District, one of Monroe County’s best. With a fine athletic program, the Summerfield Bulldogs have been home to standout athletes in a variety of sports.

Perry Park is for young children and has play equipment, and Fernstrom Park has access to water.

With its many attributes, the City of Petersburg is a wonderful place to live and raise a family. There are many great business opportunities for the aspiring entrepreneur to take advantage of in this blossoming community.

Population                 1,200

Government

Public Safety

The City of Petersburg utilizes an all volunteer fire department and 24-hour law enforcement service through contract with Monroe County Sheriff’s Department.

Police non-emergency	(734) 243-7070
Fire non-emergency	(734) 279-2525

Water

Public water is supplied by the City of Monroe.

Taxes (per $1,000 taxable value)

Homestead

$41.4912

Non-Homestead

$58.9626

The major roadway in the Township is Highway 50 that runs east to the City of Monroe and west to Dundee. There are secondary roads and lovely winding drives along the way. Raisinville Township is a precious piece of Americana with its stately farmhouses, picturesque riverbanks, and plentiful harvests that make this township an ideal place to live.

Population

5,000

Land Area

36 square miles

Government

There are five elected officials to the board.

Non-emergency police

(734) 243-7070

The London-Maybee-Raisinville Fire Department is manned by 24 volunteers.

Taxes (per $1000 assessed value)

Monroe Public Schools
Homestead	$19.9249
Non-homestead	$37.9249
Ida Schools
Homestead	$19.8251
Non-homestead	$37.573
Dundee Schools
Homestead	$27.5001
Non-homestead	$45.500

Water

Water is supplied by the Monroe County Water Department.

Recreation

Green Meadows Golf Course
1555 Strasburg Road, Monroe 48161	(734) 242-5566

City of Monroe

Enjoy shopping in the City of Monroe’s one-of-a-kind stores, browse the antique and collectible shops, take a stroll down the river walk, or grab a bite to eat and visit some of the numerous historic sites in beautiful downtown Monroe.

Population

22,500

Land Area

10.46 square miles

Government

Mayoral with six city council members and a city manager

Public Safety

The City of Monroe employs 44 police officers and 40 firemen dispatched through a 911 emergency service. The Fire Department has an ambulance service. The Police Department provides a safe, secure and welcome environment through effective community-based police services.

Police non-emergency	(734) 243-7500
Fire non-emergency	(734) 241-1626
Water
Capacity	18,000,000 gallons per day
Rate	$1.18 per 1,000 gallons
Taxes
Homestead	$36.1416 cents per $1,000
Non-homestead	$54.7564 cents per $1,000

Industrial Parks

The Port of Monroe has an industrial park with 250 acres available at East Front Street, and the Ternes Industrial Park has approximately 25 acres available between Detroit Avenue and I-75.

Parks

Park facilities consist of athletic fields, picnic shelters, restrooms, roller-sports courts, boat launch facilities, walking/bike path, tennis courts, horseshoe pits, bocce courts, drinking fountains, equipment storage, food concession, outdoor natural ice pond, sledding hill, playground equipment,a community-built Playscape, riverside fishing areas, greenbelts, sand volleyball courts, wooded areas, basketball, public outdoor swimming pool, and parking areas.

Altrusa Park – downtown on Front Street between Monroe and South Macomb streets
Mason Run Park – East Elm Street east of Michigan Avenue at Mason Run subdivision
Arbor Lorain Park – corner of Arbor Avenue and Loraine Street
Memorial Park – Monroe Street between 6th and 7th
Boyd Park – corner of West 4th and Harrison Street
Mill Race Park – Telegraph Road between North and South Custer
Cairns Park – corner of Union Street and 8th Street
Calgary Park – Corner of Calgary and John L drives
Munson Park – North Custer between Cranbrook subdivision and Custer Airport
Cranbrook Park – Greenbelt on North Custer Road along the River Raisin at Cranbrook subdivision
Oak Forest Park – dead end of Hendricks Drive in Oak Forest subdivision
Frenchman’s Bend Park – corner of Payson Drive and Avenue DeLafayette
Plum Creek Park – corner of East 9th Street and Kentucky Avenue
Rauch Park – Greenbelt along Winchester Street near Front Street
Gateway Park – downtown on West 1st and Cass streets
Riviere Aux Raisin Park – corner of North Dixie and East Elm Street
Hellenberg Park – East Front Street between Winchester Street and west of Interstate 75
Roessler Field – Roessler Street between West Elm and West Front Street
Sawyer Homestead – historic home on Front Street between Scott and Wadsworth streets
Hoffman Park – at the dead ends of Huron Street and Jenny Place
James & Hendricks Park – corner of North Roessler Street and Hendricks Drive
Soldiers and Sailors Park – East Front Street between Wadsworth and Kentucky
Labor Park – corner of Winchester and East 2nd streets
St. Antoine’s Park – North Custer Road between Avenue DeLafayette and Cranbrook
Lavender Park – Lavender Street between Lorain and Calkins streets
Loranger Square – downtown corner of Washington and East1st Street
St. Mary’s Park – West Elm Avenue and South Monroe Street on River Raisin
Manor Park – Donnalee Drive between Richards and Theodore Drive
Veterans Park – North Custer Road just west of Telegraph along the River Raisin
Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Park – corner of Oak and Glenwood streets
Winston Park – end of Winston Court off of Winston Street

Attractions

Monroe County Historical Museum, Custer Monument, River Raisin Battlefield Visitor’s Center, WWII Monument, River Walk, Heck Park, Monroe Multi-Sports Complex

Frenchtown Charter Township

Frenchtown Charter Township is directly north of the City of Monroe. Berlin and Ash Township are to its north, and Raisinville Township to the west. Interstate 75 and Highway 24 (Telegraph Road) run through the township. Because of its access to major roads and variety of attractions, there are numerous hotels. There are campgrounds available and four golf courses. Restaurants are plentiful, from fast food to gourmet dining. All types of retail stores, including specialty and large nationally recognized chains are here, as well as doctor and dental offices, churches and libraries.

Frenchtown Charter Township’s eastern boarder is Lake Erie with an abundance of picture perfect housing on the lakefront. Sterling State Park is on the lake with camping opportunities. There are fishing spots both in and outside of the park, and a boat launch in the park.

There is an industrial park with bustling manufacturers and suppliers, as well as fresh retail outlets lining Telegragh Road and North Dixie Highway. Newly developed neighborhoods are tucked along the secondary roads to accommodate the blossoming population. Even with a thriving economic atmosphere the township still maintains its rural settings with many enjoyable scenic routes and farms. Frenchtown Charter Township has it all!

Population

21,000

Land area

43 square miles

Government

There are seven elected officials that sit on the governing board.

Township Hall	(734) 242-5904
2744 Vivian Road, Monroe 48162
Senior Citizen Center, 2876 Vivian Road	(734) 243-6210

Public Safety

Frenchtown Charter Township consists of four fire stations. Station I and II are manned 24-hours by three firefighters/ EMTs per station. The are 21 full-time firefighters and 23 paid on-call firefighters.

Fire non-emergency

(734) 241-8853

Police non-emergency

(734) 243-7070

Water Plant, 2744 Vivian Road	(734) 242-5902
Water Treatment Plant	(734) 289-1015

Taxes (per $1000 assessed value)

Monroe Public Schools
Homestead	$27.0153
Non-homestead	$45.0153
Airport Schools
Homestead	$27.8450
Non-homestead	$45.3716
Jefferson Schools
Homestead	$26.0168
Non-homestead	$44.0168
Jefferson Resort
Homestead	$28.9071
Non-homestead	$46.9071

Attractions

Fermi II Nuclear Plant,
North Dixie Highway

Frenchtown Square Mall,
2121 North Monroe Street

Sterling State Park,
North Dixie Highway

Parks

Frenchtown Park I, Nadeau Road
Frenchtown Park II, Vivian Road
Frenchtown Park III, Stewart Road

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