North Lake Drain Petition
The crossing at 55th Street includes one 72” x 44” CMP arch and two 81” x 59” CMP arches, each 66 feet long. These were installed in 1982 as part of a project for the North Lake Drain. One culvert needs replacement, and the others will soon require attention. Replacing them is essential to maintain the North Lake Drain.
Notice of Day of Review
Drainage District Boundaries and Apportionments
Date: Wednesday, December 11, 2024
Time: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Location: Van Buren County Administration Building, Suite 301, 219 E. Paw Paw Street, Paw Paw, Michigan 49079
Questions: (269) 657-8241
The Van Buren County Drain Commissioner will host a Day of Review for Drainage District boundaries and apportionments. This is a chance to discuss the North Lake Drainage District boundaries and benefits with the Drain Commissioner or staff. A map of the proposed boundary revisions is available on the Drain Commission’s website.
The following areas will be assessed: Van Buren County, Columbia Township, Geneva Township, and the Village of Breedsville.
No appointment is needed. The Drain Commissioner and staff will be available to assist and make necessary revisions. Cost computations for the Drain will be provided.
Persons with disabilities needing accommodations should contact the Drain Commissioner’s Office at the number above or through the Michigan Relay Center at 7-1-1 at least 24 hours in advance.
Notice of Letting
For more information, visit the Notice of Bid Letting on the Drain Commission’s website. Details include:
- Description of the drainage district lands
- Section lengths and widths
- Culvert or bridge specifications
- Contract award conditions
Comments on apportionments can be submitted in writing or verbally at the Day of Review. Written comments should be sent to:
Mail: Van Buren County Drain Commissioner, 219 E. Paw Paw Street, Paw Paw, MI 49079
Email: parmanj@vanburencountymi.gov
Comments must be received before the Day of Review for consideration.
Assessments and Appeals
Drain assessments appear on your winter tax bill. If collected over more than one year, you may pay in full with interest to avoid further charges. You can appeal boundary revisions to the Van Buren County Circuit Court within 10 days or apportionment determinations to the Probate Court within 10 days.
Contact: Joe Parman, Van Buren County Drain Commissioner
North Lake Drain Petition Timeline
- Petition submitted by the Village of Breedsville, December 6, 2023.
- Board of Determination Meeting, March 5, 2024.
- Public Health Determination, March 6, 2024.
- First Order of Determination, March 22, 2024.
- Engineering and design, April – September 2024.
- Final design approved, October 2024.
- Final Order of Determination, October 23, 2024.
- Notice of Bid Letting, October 28, 2024.
- Bid Letting, November 12, 2024.
- Contract awarded to Krohn Excavating LLC.
- Day of Review, December 11, 2024.
