Bedford Township Government Center

04/09/2026

The Township Hall will be closed today and Friday. The flooring is being replaced. The drop off box is available at the drive up. The Township Hall will re-open on Monday.

03/19/2026

Job Title: Data Collection Specialist
Department: Assessor’s Office Reports to: Assistant Assessor
Position Type: Full-time (40 hours per week)

Position Summary
Bedford Township is seeking a Data Collection Specialist in the Assessor’s Office. This position works under the general supervision of the Assistant Assessor and Head Assessor and is responsible for inspecting and measuring properties throughout the Township to assist with property assessment and valuation.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities
• Measure and verify parcels included in the 20% reappraisal
program as well as all new construction projects.
• Identifying and list property characteristics that may affect
value, interviewing property owners when necessary, and
conducting an annual personal property canvas to identify
new or closed businesses throughout the Township.
• Maintaining and filing various records and documentation
throughout the year, and updating building sketches using
Apex sketching software
• Performing other duties as assigned by the Assistant Assessor
or Head Assessor.

Qualifications / Education Requirements
Knowledge and Skills:
• Knowledge of conflict resolution when working with taxpayers
or property owners
• Understanding of real estate principles related to property
value
• Ability to effectively use BSA CAMA software, Microsoft Office
Suite, Pivot Point field data
• collection software, and Apex sketching software
• Training will be provided for the right candidate
• High School Diploma required
• Michigan Certified Assessing Officer (MCAO, Level II)
certification from the State Tax Commission is preferred but
not required; training will be provided
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license

Experience:
• Six months of experience in the building or real estate industry
is preferred
Physical Requirements: While performing the duties of this job,
the employee is regularly required to communicate with
others and visually and physically inspect properties. The
employee frequently must sit for extended periods, stand,
walk, and traverse uneven terrain, stoop, kneel, or crouch, and
occasionally lift or move light items of light weight.

Compensation and Benefits
Bedford Township offers a competitive starting wage along with a benefits package that includes:
• Paid sick leave
• Vacation time after one year of service
• Health insurance
• Township retirement/investment plan

Bedford Township is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, s*x, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status.

Please apply at the Clerks office 8100 Jackman or go to www.bedfordmi.org questions please call Al Prieur at 734-224-7322.

03/16/2026

Job Title: Administrative Assistant – Building Department
Department: Building Department Reports To: Building Inspector
Status: Full-Time (40 hours per week)

Position Summary
Bedford Township is seeking a motivated and organized Administrative Assistant to support the daily operations of the Building Department. This position reports directly to the Building Inspector and works closely with other township staff and the public. The Administrative Assistant plays a key role in ensuring efficient office operations and providing excellent customer service to residents, contractors, and visitors.
Primary Responsibilities
• Answer phones and assist residents, contractors, and visitors
with building department inquiries
• Schedule inspections and coordinate inspector calendars
• Process building permits and maintain permit records
• Prepare correspondence, reports, and other documents
• Maintain department filing systems and records
• Assist with payroll processing for building inspectors
• Coordinate meetings and departmental communications
• Provide general administrative support to the Building
Inspector and department staff
• Assist the public with general information related to building
permits and procedures

Knowledge and Skills
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and general office software
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and maintain accurate
records
• Strong customer service skills and the ability to work with the
public in a professional manner

Training and Development
• Training will be provided. The selected candidate will gain
knowledge of zoning regulations, building codes, setbacks,
and general building department procedures.

Minimum Qualifications
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Prior administrative or office experience preferred
• Experience in municipal government or construction-related
fields is a plus, but not required

Compensation and Benefits
Bedford Township offers a competitive starting wage along with a benefits package that includes:
• Paid sick leave
• Vacation time after one year of service
• Health insurance
• Township retirement/investment plan

Please apply at the Township Hall 8100 Jackman at the Clerks Office or go on line to our web-site www.bedford.org. If you have questions please call Chase Lindecker at 734-224-7322.

Bedford Township is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, s*x, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status.

02/16/2026

Monroe County Community College will host an Adult Learner Open House on March 12 for those age 21 and above who are considering college.

The event will be held in Founders Hall (Building F) from 5-8 p.m.

Register for the Adult Learner Open House at:

monroeccc.edu/openhouse

Attendees will be able to meet with faculty, staff and current students and learn about:
• Academic preparation for college-level work
• Admissions, orientation and registration
• Financial aid opportunities, including access to scholarships and free-tuition programs for those who qualify (a Michigan Reconnect representative will be present.)
• Student Success Center services such as tutoring, disability services, assistance with
• Developing soft skills and career readiness, mental health services, Heck’s Market Food Pantry, writing and presentation services, and more
• Areas of study (Representatives will be on hand to provide information on all of MCCC’s pathways.)
• Short-term career training through the offices of Lifelong Learning and Workforce Development

Prospective adult students will be able to complete the Application for Admission and Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) at the event. Both are required for consideration for free tuition programs and institutional scholarships.

For more information, contact the Office of Admissions at 734-384-4104 or [email protected].

Register Are you age 21 or above and considering college but wondering if you can juggle everything that is necessary to pursue your dreams? We can help! Attend the Adult Learner Open House to learn how. Meet with faculty, staff and current students and learn about:

01/25/2026

The Bedford Township Hall will be closed on Monday do to weather conditions. The township hall will be open on Tuesday.

01/25/2026

The big blue trucks from the Monroe County Road Commission and Bedford Township will be out plowing today. Please try not to park on the street makes it easier for plows to do a better job. Have some patience because main roads are cleared first. Bedford Township assists the road commission with subdivisions once we hit 6 inches which looks like we will. Stay safe and warm.

01/24/2026

This is a list of warming centers in Monroe County.

Bedford Branch Library
• 8575 Jackman Road, Temperance
• Phone: 734-847-6747
• Sunday: Noon to 5 p.m.
• Monday-Thursday: 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.
• Friday-Saturday: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Bedford Senior Community Center
• 1653 Samaria Road, Temperance
• Phone: 734-856-3330
• Monday-Friday: 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Blue Bush Library
• 2210 Blue Bush Road, Monroe
• Phone: 734-242-4085
• Monday: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Tuesday: 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
• Wednesday: 1 p.m. to 7 p.m.
• Thursday: 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
• Friday: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
BridgePoint Church
• 875 Lewis Ave., Temperance
• Phone: 734-847-6784
• Monday-Thursday: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Carleton Library
• 1444 Kent St., Carleton
• Phone: 734-654-2180
• Monday: Noon to 8 p.m.
• Tuesday: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
• Wednesday: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
• Thursday: Noon to 8 p.m.
• Friday: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Dorsch Memorial Branch Library
• 18 E. First St., Monroe
• Phone: 734-241-7878
• Monday, Tuesday and Thursday: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
• Wednesday: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Friday-Saturday: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Ellis Library
• 3700 S. Custer Road, Monroe
• Phone: 734-241-5277
• Monday and Wednesday: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
• Tuesday and Thursday: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
• Friday-Saturday: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Erie Library
• 2065 Erie Road, Erie
• Phone: 734-848-4420
• Monday: 1 p.m. to 7 p.m.
• Tuesday and Thursday: 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
• Wednesday: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Friday: 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Frenchtown-Dixie Library
• 2881 Nadeau Road, Monroe
• Phone: 734-289-1035
• Monday and Wednesday: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Tuesday and Thursday: Noon to 6 p.m.
• Friday-Saturday: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Ida Library
• 3016 Lewis Ave., Ida
• Phone: 734-269-2191
• Monday: 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.
• Tuesday: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
• Wednesday-Friday: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Saturday: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Maybee Library
• 9060 Raisin St., Maybee
• Phone: 734-587-3680
• Monday: 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
• Tuesday: noon to 5 p.m.
• Thursday: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
• Friday: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
• Saturday: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Milan Senior Citizen Center for Healthy Living
• 45 Neckel Court, Milan
• Phone: 734-508-6229
• Monday-Thursday: 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Monroe Family YMCA
• 1111 W. Elm Ave., Monroe
• Phone: 734-241-2606
• Monday-Thursday: 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.
• Friday: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
• Saturday: 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
• Sunday: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Newport Library
• 8120 N. Dixie Highway, Newport
• Phone: 734-586-2117
• Monday: Noon to 6 p.m.
• Wednesday: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
• Thursday: Noon to 8 p.m.
• Friday: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Opportunity Center at the ALCC
• 120 Eastchester St., Monroe
• Phone: 734-241-4313
• Monday-Thursday: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Rasey Memorial Library
• 4349 Oak St., Luna Pier
• Phone: 734-848-4572
• Monday, Thursday and Saturday: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
• Tuesday and Wednesday: 2 p.m. to 7 p.m.
• Friday: 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Robert A. Vivian Library
• 2662 Vivian Road, Monroe
• Phone: 734-241-1430
• Monday and Wednesday: Noon to 7 p.m.
• Thursday: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
• Friday: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
S. Navarre Library
• 1135 E. Second St., Monroe
• Phone: 734-241-5577
• Monday-Thursday: 1 p.m. to 6 p.m.
• Friday-Saturday: 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Salvation Army Campus of Hope
• 815 E. First St., Monroe
• Phone: 734-241-0440
• Monday-Friday: 9 a.m. to 11:45 a.m., and 1 p.m. to 3:45 p.m.
South Rockwood Library
• 5676 Carleton Rockwood Road, South Rockwood
• Phone: 734-379-3333
• Monday: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Tuesday: 1 p.m. to 6 p.m.
• Wednesday: 1 p.m. to 8 p.m.
• Thursday: 1 p.m. to 6 p.m.
• Friday: 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Summerfield-Petersburg Library
• 60 E. Center St., Petersburg
• Phone: 734-729-1025
• Monday-Thursday: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
• Friday-Saturday: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

The Monroe Center for Healthy Aging
• 15275 S. Dixie Highway, Monroe
• Phone: 734-241-0404
• Monday-Thursday: 5:30 a.m. to 9 p.m.
• Friday: 5:30 a.m. to 8 p.m.
• Saturday: 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

01/21/2026

01/19/2026

Bedford Township Hall is closed today for Martin Luther King Day.

12/03/2025

We have a Planning Commission opening. The Planning Commission is a citizen-led advisory body that makes recommendations to the Township Board on matters dealing with development projects, ordinances, master plan and working on the Capitol Improvement Plan to name a few. The Commission meets twice a month only if they have agenda items. If interested go to www.bedfordmi.org and fill out an application. If you have questions please call Al Prieur at 734-224-7321.

12/03/2025

If your child has a letter for Santa Claus you can drop it off at the Township Hall located at 8100 Jackman Rd. Temperance.