The State House is currently considering House Bill 4780, which would significantly reduce the authority of local townships by transferring certain functions to county government. Information on the bill and its language may be found at this link:

http://legislature.mi.gov/doc.aspx?2007-HB-4780

The Michigan Townships Association has issued two documents providing important information on this topic. These are:

Michigan Townships Matter, General Information about Michigan Townships

Myths v. Facts about Michigan Townships

Further information is also available at the MTA web site, www.michigantownships.org.