Cannon Township Office

05/14/2026

Cannon Township Planning Commissioner Opening

The Cannon Township Planning Commission has an opening for a Planning Commissioner. The Planning Commission is responsible for development and implementation of the Township’s Master Plan and Zoning Ordinance. It is through the implementation of the Master Plan that the community addresses issues created by land development within the township. The Planning Commission is tasked with a fair and consistent balancing of landowner interests with the long-term vision for the community, protection of the environment, assurance that development is adequately served by utilities and the need to achieve the quality of life desired by residents.

The seven-member Planning Commission is required by law to meet once a month a minimum of four times per year. Additional monthly meetings are frequently held as development warrants. Subcommittees are formed as needed for larger projects. A small stipend is paid for each meeting attended. Meetings are held on the second Tuesday of the month at 6:00 p.m.

The position is open to all registered voters who are residents of Cannon Township. Appointments are made by the Supervisor. Interested applicants should e-mail a letter of interest and résumé to Jim Alles, Cannon Township Clerk, at [email protected] by July 13th, 2026. No previous planning experience is necessary, just an interest in helping better one’s community.

The Current PC Board Includes: Jeff Twyman, (Chair), Ben Masterson, Peter Prina, Jessica Gutowski-Slaydon (Township Board Representative), Rita Proctor, Aileen Liepprandt.

05/13/2026

NOTICE TO RESIDENTS: MYERS LAKE AVENUE AT MYERS LAKE AND TEN MILE

05/13/2026

Invasive Species & Watershed Committee Update

“Thank you to the Kent Conservation District for hosting an informational session on the invasive species in our community. The session was focused on what Kent Conservation District is doing in the West Michigan area to help protect our beautiful land.”

- Cy Balk (Trustee)

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(The above excerpt is from the Spring 2026 edition of the Cannon Communicator)

05/12/2026

New Voter ID Cards have been mailed out to Voters registered in Cannon Township due to the change in permanent polling location to the new Cannon Township Community Center which is being built in the Balk Family Park at 7601 Belding Rd NE, Rockford, MI 49341.
When reviewing your information on the new Voter ID Card, pay attention to your Precinct #. We recently changed precinct boundaries when we consolidated from six precincts to four precincts.
A new Cannon Township Precinct Map is available on our website and will be on display at the polling location.
Note that you do NOT need to bring your new Voter ID Card to the polling location to vote.
We do anticipate a large turnout for both the August Primary and the November General Election. You may wish to take advantage of the ability to vote an Absent Voter Ballot, giving you the opportunity to research any choices on the Ballot and SKIP THE LINE by mailing in your Absent Voter Ballot or dropping it off at the Cannon Township Office. There is a secure Dropbox located west of the building and one inside the Vestibule of the Main Entrance. When the Township Office is open, there is another Dropbox in the Lobby.
To request an Absent Voter Ballot, go to

05/11/2026

Attention Cannon Township Residents:

Did you know Cannon Township has a Lost & Found?

If you have recently lost an item near the Cannon Township Office, we may have it. We will be holding all found items until next week.

Please take a moment to check with us to see if one of these items belongs to you.

Thank you,
Cannon Township

05/10/2026

Family Feature: The Arcidiacono Family

“For Jenna and Maurizio Arcidiacono, their Cannon Township story began with a shared last name and a chance meeting while working at the Tre Cugini restaurant. A customer noticed their uncommon surname, made an introduction, and mentioned that his neighbor in Lake Bella Vista was about to sell his home.”

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(The above excerpt is from the Spring 2026 edition of the Cannon Communicator)

05/08/2026

Parks & Recreation and Facilities Update

“Welcome to one of my favorite times of the year. The days are getting longer, the weather is warming up, and outdoor recreation opportunities abound in Cannon Township. For this issue, I thought it would be meaningful to take a look at the history of the Parks and Recreation Committee...”

- Todd Olson (Trustee)

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(The above excerpt is from the Spring 2026 edition of the Cannon Communicator)

05/06/2026

There’s something really special about leaving your mark in a place you care about.

Our Cannon Township Brick Campaign is underway, and these bricks will become part of the walkway at the new Community Building—built by the people who call this place home.

Perfect for honoring family, celebrating milestones, or just saying “we were here.”

Cannon Township and Kent County invite you to be a part of the Cannon Township Community Center and Balk Family Park! In addition to the Community Center building, the Park will have a State-of-the-Art Playground, Outdoor Discovery & Education Area, Walking Paths and more. This project is a unique p...

05/06/2026

Protecting Forest & Wetland Habitat in Cannon Township

“Residents of Cannon Township are familiar with the Iron Belle Trail which winds through lush forests and open wetlands bordering Sunfish Lake. These natural communities work together to provide crucial habitat for a wide variety of wildlife...”

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(The above excerpt is from the Spring 2026 edition of the Cannon Communicator)

05/04/2026

Zoning Update: Special Land Uses

“All zoning designations have established permitted uses. These uses are allowed by right, meaning they do not require approval from the Planning Commission.”

- Edmund Lockhart Zoning Administrator Planner

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(The above excerpt is from the Spring 2026 edition of the Cannon Communicator)

05/02/2026

Treasurer's Report

“As of this publication...deadline for making summer and winter 2025 property tax payments has passed. All delinquent taxes were sent to the Kent County Treasurer’s Department.”

- David Spencer (Treasurer)

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(The above excerpt is from the Spring 2026 edition of the Cannon Communicator)