Send a self addressed stamped envelope to Orleans Twp Treasurer PO Box 49, Orleans, MI 48865
Treasurer’s Calendar Summer 2026
August 8, 2026 – Treasurer’s Office open 9am-noon
August 19, 2026 – Treasurer’s office open 3pm-6pm
September 2, 2026 –Treasurer’s office open 5:30pm-7:30pm
September 14, 2026 – Treasurer’s office open 9am -5pm (NOTE: last day to pay 2026 Summer Property Tax without penalty.)
Property Tax Payment Information
- Please make checks payable to: Orleans Township
- Credit card payments are accepted by GovPayNet (888) 604-7888 or online at com. Use pay location 1512. A processing fee(s) will be charged. Include your property parcel number in the memo area when paying online when using an online payment service.
- Payments can be mailed to:
Orleans Township PO Box 49 Orleans, MI 48865
or
Dropped off in the drop box located at the Township Hall, 3077 Palmer Rd., Orleans, MI.
- Postmarks will not be honored as the date of payment and the Township is not responsible for lost or misdirected mail.
- Receipts WILL NOT be automatically mailed. If you wish a receipt to be mailed, please submit a self-addressed stamped envelope with your payment.
- Please contact the Treasurer’s office for current amount due when making a past due payment or view tax information at www.ioniacounty.org.
Township Board Meeting Dates April 2026-March 2027
ORLEANS TOWNSHIP BOARD Meeting Dates and Times April 2026 – March 2027
Orleans Township Board meetings will take place at the Orleans Township Hall, 3077 Palmer Road, Orleans, MI 48865, unless posted otherwise.
- Tuesday, April 28, 2026, at 7:00 p.m.
- Tuesday, May 26, 2026, at 7:00 p.m.
- Tuesday, June 23, 2026, at 7:00 p.m.
- Tuesday, July 28, 2026, at 7:00 p.m.
- Tuesday, August 25, 2026, at 7:00 p.m.
- Tuesday, September 22, 2026, at 7:00 p.m.
- Tuesday, October 27, 2026, at 7:00 p.m.
- Tuesday, November 24, 2026, at 7:00 p.m.
- Thursday, December 17, 2026, at 7:00 p.m.
- Tuesday, January 26, 2027, at 7:00 p.m.
- Tuesday, February 23, 2027, at 7:00 p.m.
- Tuesday, March 23, 2027, at 7:00 p.m.
Melissa Harper
Orleans Township Clerk
Planning Commission Application
Individuals interested in serving on the Orleans Township Planning Commission are encouraged to print and complete the application. Completed applications may be submitted by placing them in the Orleans Township drop box or by mailing them to:
3077 Palmer Rd.
P.O. Box 49
Orleans, MI 48865
This link provides helpful information about the role, responsibilities, and expectations of planning commission members in the State of Michigan. It is a valuable resource for anyone considering applying.
Applications are being accepted until May 22nd.
Notice of Township Board Special Meeting
Date: Tuesday, August 26th, 2025
Time: 4:00 p.m.
Location: Orleans Township Hall, 3077 Palmer Rd.
Notice is hereby given that the Orleans Township Board will hold a Special Board Meeting for the purpose of conducting interviews for the Township Supervisor position.
If all interviews cannot be completed before the regular board meeting at 7:00 p.m. on August 26th, the board will continue interviewing on Wednesday, August 27, 2025, at 4:00 p.m., followed by a Special Meeting to appoint a Supervisor.
The public is welcome to attend
This meeting is open to the public in accordance with the Michigan Open Meetings Act (MCL 15.261 et seq.)
Melissa Harper, Township Clerk
Notice of Township Board Special Meeting
Date: August 11th
Time: 1:00 p.m.
Location: Orleans Township Hall, 3077 Palmer Rd.
Notice is hereby given that the Orleans Township Board will hold a Special Board Meeting for the purpose of discussing and appointing as replacement for the position of Township Supervisor, which has become vacant due to the passing of Clare Colwell.
The meeting will include discussion of the appointment process, and review of candidates.
This meeting is open to the public in accordance with the Michigan Open Meetings Act (MCL 15.261 et seq.)
Melissa Harper, Township Clerk