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Planning Commission Annual Reports |
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Forms and Documents Allendale Charter Township Master Plan Planning Commission Review Application -Escrow Fee Policy Explanation Construction Board of Appeals (CBA) Application Land Division Forms |
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2024 Allendale Township Community Events
Independence Day:
Stay tuned for an announcement regarding our 2024 event.
Concerts in the Park Series:
Stay tuned for an announcement regarding our 2024 series!
Each concert is held at the Allendale Community Park Bandshell at 6676 Lake Michigan Drive. The concerts run from 6PM-8PM. Food trucks are available each night.
Veterans Day:
Friday, November 10, 2023
8:30AM-10:00AM
Allendale Charter Township Hall
6676 Lake Michigan Drive
Allendale, MI 49401
An event to honor those who served our country. Hear from guest speakers and meet with fellow veterans. A complimentary breakfast will be served.
Silver Sponsor: Contributions from:
Check this page frequently for upcoming township events, or contact our events coordinator below:
Natasha Shepard
Community Coordinator
Direct: 616-892-3134
Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Township Clerk Duties and Responsibilities
- The Clerk is responsible for:
- maintaining current and accurate registration of voters and for supervising and conducting all Township, State, national, and school elections, as well as, responsible for recording all actions, proceedings, resolutions and ordinances of the Township Board.
- preparing notices and minutes of Board meetings including publication and proper postings.
- maintaining accurate records and files of Township transactions.
- provides support for answering general telephone and walk-in inquires and general clerical assistance to the Township Board, other boards and commissions, and administrative staff.
In addition, the Clerk’s responsibilities also include, but are not limited to:
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Elections
Notes: The Clerk's Office is open the Saturday before every Election from 7:30 am to 3:30 pm to issue Absentee Ballots and register voters. And if you are already on the Permanent Absentee Voter List, applications will be mailed to you 45 days before every Election.
Due to a recent Michigan Court of Appeals ruling, residents will no longer automatically receive Absentee Voter Applications for each election unless you request the Allendale Charter Township Clerk to place your name on a Permanent Absentee Voter List.
Absentee Voter Ballots
> How Do I Apply?
Your request for an absent voter ballot must be in writing and can be submitted to the Township Clerk. You must request an absent voter ballot by submitting the application (by 5pm on the Friday preceding the election) to the Clerk's Office. Requests may be returned by hand, via postal mail, fax, or email, as long as a signature is visible. Once your application has been received in the Clerk's Office, we will mail your ballot to you. Upon completion of your ballot, make sure your signature and date are on the outside of the ballot envelope before you return it. All ballots must be received by 8pm on Election Day to be counted.
> What Is the Deadline for Applying for Absentee Ballots?
Absent voter ballot application must be received by 5pm on the Friday preceding the election. If after the deadline is passed and it is found an absent voter ballot is required, the registered voter may go to the Clerk's Office on any working day up to 4pm on the day preceding the election. Both application and voting ballot will occur at this time in the Clerk's Office.
- Voter Eligibility
- You are qualified to vote if:
- 1) You are a citizen of the United States
- 2) You are at least 18 years of age on or before the day of election
- 3) You have been a resident of Michigan for at least 30 days before the election
- 4) You have registered to vote on or before election day
- Registration
- How Can I Register?
- > At the office of your county, city/township, or village clerk
- > At your Secretary of State Office
- > Through the Secretary of State website
- If you are registering less than 15 days before an election, you must register to vote at the Township Clerk's Office.
Election administration is a primary function of the Clerk's office.
Note: The Clerk's Office is open the Saturday before every Election from 7:30 am to 3:30 pm to issue Absentee Ballots and register voters.
The Clerk's Office is at 6676 Lake Michigan Dr., Allendale, MI 49401
You can register to vote at Allendale Township Clerk's office, County Clerk's office, or Secretary of State branch office, or online. If you are registering less than 15 days before an election, you must register to vote at the Township Clerk's office. To find your polling location, click here.
Your request for an absent voter ballot must be in writing and can be submitted to the Township Clerk. You must request an absent voter ballot by submitting the application, a letter, a postcard, or a pre-printed application form obtained from the Clerk's office. Requests may be returned by hand, via postal mail, fax, or email, as long as a signature is visible.
If you are already on the Permanent Absentee Voter List, applications will be mailed to you 45 days before every Election.
If you have any questions, please call the Clerk's office at (616) 892-3111.
To find out if you are registered or where you vote, click here or call the Clerk's office at (616) 892-3111.
For questions regarding election results or campaign finance information, click here.
*To schedule inspections for building, electrical, mechanical, or plumbing permits please call PCI at 616-667-8803