Planning Commission Meeting Dates for 2026

The Watersmeet Planning Commission has set the meeting dates for 2026 to the 2nd Thursday of each month at 5:30 p.m. in the Watersmeet Community Center.

  • January 8, 2026
  • February 12, 2026
  • March 12, 2026
  • April 9, 2026
  • May 14, 2026
  • June 11, 2026
  • July 9, 2026
  • August 13, 2026
  • September 10, 2026
  • October 8, 2026
  • November 12, 2026
  • December 10, 2026

Board of Trustees Seeking Candidates to Fill Planning Commission Vacancy

The Watersmeet Township Board of Trustees is currently seeking interested residents to fill a recent vacancy on the Watersmeet Township Planning Commission.

The Planning Commission plays an important role in advising the Township Board on land use, zoning matters, and long-range planning initiatives that help guide the future growth and development of the community. Members are expected to attend regular meetings, review proposals and ordinances, and provide input that reflects the best interests of the Township.

Interested individuals should be residents of Watersmeet Township and have an interest in community planning, development, or local government. Prior experience is helpful but not required.

Those interested in being considered for appointment should either send a letter of interest or complete the application form by February 5, 2026.

Mail To:
Watersmeet Township
Attn: Town Clerk
PO Box 306
Watersmeet, MI 49969
or
Email to:  supervisor@watersmeet.us and townclerk@watersmeet.us

Draft 2026 Capital Improvement Plan

The Watersmeet Planning Commission has completed the 2026 Capital Improvement Plan. The Commission approved the plan and forwarded it to the Board of Trustees for consideration.

The Board will review and discuss the proposed plan at its January 21, 2026 meeting, with possible adoption at that time.

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BS&A Online Lookup for Property & Utility Account Holders

You can now access the following information online through the BS&A online portal:  Assessing, Tax, Delinquent Personal Property Tax and Utility Billing

You should register first, which will allow easy access in the future on the bottom left-hand side of the webpage.
The service is automatically set up to search all records and using the address of the property(s) the individual owns. When searching by address don’t use the E or N, only the physical address number. You can press the down arrow by address to change to owner name if you want to search that way.

This service allows you to view records associated with your parcel(s) or account(s) but is FREE only for those for which you are listed as the owner or account holder.

If you wish to look at another property or utility account, there is a $6.00 fee for each searched item.

Access is available for all information on a read-only basis. You will be able to view relevant information but can’t make any changes.

If you have any questions concerning this service please contact the Treasurer’s Office, (906) 358-4501 Ext 111 or treasurer@watersmeet.us.

Paul D Kemppainen
Watersmeet Township Treasurer

New Holiday Lights in Pavilion Park

Members of the Watersmeet Beautification Committee braved the cold to add festive lighting to the trees along Highway 45 in Pavilion Park. Stop by to enjoy the new lights!

Many thanks to the volunteers!

 

 

 

 

Are You Prepared for the Next Winter Storm?

Winter weather in the Upper Peninsula can arrive quickly and bring heavy snow, strong winds, extreme cold, and power outages. Being prepared before a storm hits is essential for both residents and property owners.

Are you prepared for the next winter storm?

MIREADY, sponsored by the Michigan State Police, offers information from preparing for a storm and preventing freezing pipes, to safety tips for heating sources and portable generators, along with many other winter preparedness topics.

Please visit the MIREADY site today and be prepared for the next winter storm!

Thank you!!! From Watersmeet Food Pantry

On behalf of everyone who is served by the Watersmeet SVDP Food Pantry we thank everyone for the recent cash and food donations. These have made it possible to provide food security to dozens of local and nearby families through the holidays. With more families and individuals in need than in the past, we hope you will continue to help us stock the shelves as we move into 2026.

Food donations allow us to fulfill immediate needs for those struggling with food insecurity. Your cash donations allow us to secure bulk shipments that are planned in advance and allow better purchasing power and a consistent supply of nutritious foods for people in need. If you would like to reach out to the Food Pantry volunteers to discuss specific needs or how to make a donation, please contact Tammy Haluska at 906.358.4660.

Thank you again for your generous support. We wish you the happiest of holidays.
Watersmeet Food Pantry

EGLE Notice of Authorization for Bridge Replacements on MiTrale Trail #3

The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE), Water Resources Division has issued a Notice of Authorization to replace six existing bridges on Duck Creek and one bridge on Beaver Dam Creek along the MiTrale Trail #3 in Watersmeet in accordance with attached permit plans and conditions of this permit. The replacements will require the placement of 4 cubic yards of riprap waterward of the Ordinary High Water Mark, 97 cubic yards of fill within all Part 31 floodplains impacted by this project (all locations except for Beaver Dam Creek), and up to 0.03 acres of total wetland fill for the six bridge replacements.

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Halloween Safety Tips from Watersmeet Police Department

The Watersmeet Police Department recommends the following for parents allowing their children to trick or treat this year.

  1. Trick or Treat will be held on Friday, October 31, in Watersmeet.
  2. The recommended hours for Trick or Treating are between 3:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Try to Trick or Treat during daylight hours.
  3. Children should wear light colored clothing or have reflective tape on their clothing so they can be easily seen. Also, carry a flashlight or wear a headlamp, if possible.
  4. Young children should be accompanied by a parent or adult.
  5. Children should Trick or Treat only in their neighborhood, on well lighted streets.
  6. Visit homes with porch lights on, which welcome Trick or Treating.
  7. When children Trick or Treat with friends, have them inform you of their route and when they plan to be back home.
  8. Parents should insist that treats be brought home for inspection before anything is eaten. Fruit should be washed; unpacked items should be discarded. If any treat looks suspicious, contact the Watersmeet Police Department.

Remember that children look forward only to the good things about Halloween, therefore, parents should prepare and alert their children to the possible dangers too.

Happy Halloween!