TOWNSHIP MISSION STATEMENT
The General Law Township of Benzonia’s mission is to provide municipal leadership for all citizens’ health, safety, and well-being. We are dedicated to sound fiscal management, environmental, historic, and natural resources protection, and preservation of the character that makes Benzonia Township unique, all of which will retain the quality of life for our citizens and future generations.
TOWNSHIP MISSION STATEMENT
The General Law Township of Benzonia’s mission is to provide municipal leadership for all citizens’ health, safety, and well-being. We are dedicated to sound fiscal management, environmental, historic, and natural resources protection, and preservation of the character that makes Benzonia Township unique, all of which will retain the quality of life for our citizens and future generations.
Benzonia Township Staff Directory
Jason Barnard
Township Supervisor
231-882-4411, Ext. 100
supervisor@benzoniatownship.gov
Jill Brown
Township Assessor
231-882-4411, Ext. 104
townshipassessing@benzoniatownship.gov
Karen Burns
Township Treasurer
231-882-4411, Ext. 105
treasurer@benzoniatownship.gov
Diana Heller
Township Clerk
231-882-4411, Ext. 102
clerk@benzoniatownship.gov
Brooke Haase
Township Deputy Clerk
231-882-4411, Ext. XXX
deputyclerk@benzoniatownship.gov
Julie Orr
Township Trustee
231-882-4411
trustee2@benzoniatownship.gov
Al Rose
Township Trustee
231-882-4411
trustee1@benzoniatownship.gov
Mary Pitcher
-Planner
-Blight Code Enforcement Officer
-Ordinance Code Enforcement Officer
231-882-4411, Ext. 103
planner@benzoniatownship.gov
Robert (Bob) Hall
Zoning Administrator
231-882-4411, Ext. 108
zoningadmin@benzoniatownship.gov
About Us
Benzonia Township is a rural area in the western part of Benzie County in the lower peninsula of Michigan. It has two quaint villages within its parameter, Beulah and Benzonia. The Village of Beulah is located on the eastern shore of beautiful Crystal Lake with restaurants, shopping and a beautiful public beach. The Village of Benzonia is located just to the south on US-31 and also offers restaurants, shopping, banking and resorts.
Crystal Lake is one of the largest lakes in Michigan. Nine miles long and three miles wide, this lake boasts 9,711 acres in size and up to 175 feet deep. Great fishing and boating are enjoyed on this fresh, clean lake.
Benzonia Township, whose name is from Latin and Greek words meaning “good air” or “good area (zone)”, offers a many, many outdoor areas of entertainment. Hunting, fishing, skiing, boating, hiking, snowmobiling and the list goes on.
BENZONIA TOWNSHIP SERVICES FOR RESIDENTS
- Copy service
- Fax service
- Notary service
- Gathering information pertaining to your property
- Gathering information pertaining to any property in Benzonia Township
- Courtesy e-mails with agenda’s for the upcoming board meetings
- Assistance in connecting with other government services or county agencies
- Help in searching our website
LOST AND FOUND
If you have lost anything at one of the Benzonia Township parks, please check with the township office at 231-882-4411.
MOST REQUESTED PHONE NUMBERS
Station 5 Fire Department /Chief Steve Adams | 231-882-4411, Ext.107
Benzie County Sheriff (non-emergency) | 231-882-4484
DNR | (231) 922-5280
Recycle/Materials Management | 231-383-1579
Benzie County Road Commission | 231-325-3051
BENZONIA TOWNSHIP SERVICES FOR RESIDENTS
- Copy service
- Fax service
- Notary service
- Gathering information pertaining to your property
- Gathering information pertaining to any property in Benzonia Township
- Swimming lessons
- YMCA Soccer
- Courtesy e-mails with agenda’s for the upcoming board meetings
- Assistance in connecting with other government services or county agencies
- Help in searching our website
LOST AND FOUND
If you have lost anything at one of the Benzonia Township parks, please check with the township office at 231-882-4411.
MOST REQUESTED PHONE NUMBERS
Station 5 Fire Department /Chief Steve Adams | 231-882-4411, ext.16
Benzie County Sheriff (non-emergency) | 231-882-4484
DNR | (231) 922-5280
Recycle/Materials Management | 231-383 1579
Benzie County Road Commission | 231-325-3051
Swimming Lessons | (231) 946-9523
Soccer (YMCA) | (231) 933-9622
Where We Live and Play
Benzonia Township is located seven miles from the harbor-town of Frankfort and Lake Michigan. Drive around the shore of Crystal Lake to visit Point Betsie Lighthouse on the shores of Lake Michigan. This lighthouse is one of the most photographed lighthouses in the country.
The Betsie River meanders through Benzonia Township offering canoeing and great fishing. Big and Little Platte Lakes have shoreline in Benzonia Township as well. Great recreational waterways to visit.
Memorial Park, located on South Street and Grace Roads in Benzonia Township, offers ball fields for practice and games, soccer fields, a large picnic area with playground, and a dog park for our furry friends. This 30-acre park has become very popular during our spring, summer and fall seasons. Please make reservations for large groups. WHILE WE CURRENTLY DON’T CHARGE FOR USE OF THE PARK, WE GLADLY ACCEPT DONATIONS FOR YOUR LARGE GROUPS. See here for more about Memorial Park.
We hope you will stop by and enjoy our area and return again and again.
