Lawrence Township, Van Buren County, Michigan

06/11/2026

Lawrence Township voters will see a Road Millage Renewal Proposition on the August 4, 2026 election ballot. The proposal asks voters whether to renew the previously approved Road Millage at up to 2.0000 mills for 6 years, 2026–2031. Funds would be used for repairing, improving, and maintaining township roads. Informational only. This post does not advocate for or against the proposal.

06/10/2026

Lawrence Township is currently updating its Zoning Ordinance and Zoning Map. Draft versions of the proposed ordinance and map are available on the Lawrence Township website: https://www.lawrence-township.org/dept-committees/zoning-department/

Public Hearing Date, Time, and location:
August 25th 5:00 PM Lawrence Township Hall
411 N. Paw Paw St. Lawrence, MI 49064.

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06/08/2026

🚨 Lawrence Township Home Improvement Program is OPEN!!!

Financial assistance for low-to-moderate income homeowners for roof, plumbing, electrical, structural repairs & more.

✅ Apply Online: https://www.marketone.org/cdbg

📍 In Person: Lawrence Township Hall during office hours

📧 Email:
• [email protected]
• [email protected]

Funding is limited — Apply today!

The Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Homeowner Improvement Project provides low-income homeowners with funding to support necessary health, safety, code compliance, and energy efficiency updates. In 2025, Market One helped communities secure over $4 million in CDBG funds for Cass and Van Bur...

06/08/2026

Lawrence Township voters will see a Senior Services Millage Renewal Proposition on the August 4, 2026 election ballot. The proposal asks voters whether to renew the previously approved Senior Services millage at up to 0.5000 mills for 6 years, 2026–2031. Funds would be used for senior services within Lawrence Township. Informational only. This post does not advocate for or against the proposal.

06/05/2026

🚨 Lawrence Township Home Improvement Program is OPEN!

Financial assistance for low-to-moderate income homeowners for roof, plumbing, electrical, structural repairs & more.

✅ Apply Online: https://www.marketone.org/cdbg

📍 In Person: Lawrence Township Hall during office hours

📧 Email:
• [email protected]
• [email protected]

Funding is limited — Apply today!

The Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Homeowner Improvement Project provides low-income homeowners with funding to support necessary health, safety, code compliance, and energy efficiency updates. In 2025, Market One helped communities secure over $4 million in CDBG funds for Cass and Van Bur...

06/04/2026

Lawrence Township is happy to share that the Van Buren Conservation District will be holding its Annual Meeting right here in Lawrence this year.

This is a great opportunity for residents to connect with the Conservation District, learn more about local conservation work, and enjoy a community breakfast.

Please see the flyer for event details and RSVP information.

06/03/2026

Save the Date Lawrence Township residents:

The Van Buren Conservation District will host a Household Recycling Event in Lawrence on:

October 17, 2026
9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Van Buren ISD Tech Center
250 South Street, Lawrence

Free for Van Buren County residents and landowners.

Items accepted include household hazardous waste, paint, foam, electronics, semi/passenger tires, lawn/garden chemicals, sharps, American flags, hearing aids, eyeglasses, and walking canes.

Passenger tires must be RSVP’d in advance. Limit 10 per household.

Call 269-633-9314 with questions or to RSVP tires. More info: VanBurenCD.org.

06/02/2026

Lawrence Township is updating the zoning ordinance & zoning map. Draft language & map can be found on the Lawrence Township website. The public hearing date is TBA.

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06/01/2026

Visit www.marketone.org/cdbg to learn about and apply for Lawrence Township CDBG Home Improvement Program.

06/01/2026

Public Voting Now Open for the 2026 “I Voted” Sticker Contest

The Michigan Department of State has opened public voting for the 2026 “I Voted” sticker contest.

Throughout the month of June, members of the public may vote for their favorite sticker designs from 75 semifinalists selected from more than 2,000 submissions.

The winning designs will be provided to local clerks for the November 2026 election to distribute to voters in their jurisdictions.

Vote here:https://forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=h3D71Xc3rUKWaoku9HIl0ajjkSwlC4dEvMYAs9gerCpURDRSV1hIUDNNQTNCOFpXSlJER1lZVkVIVy4u&route=shorturl

Voting opens June 1 and runs through June 30.

Lawrence Township residents are encouraged to participate and help choose the next “I Voted” stickers for Michigan elections!