State of the Township Breakfast February 16, 2022

Join the Waterford Area Chamber of Commerce as they host the annual State of the Township breakfast on February 16, 2022, 7:30 a.m. - 9:15 a.m. @ Overtyme Grill & Taproom.
You'll enjoy a buffet-style hot breakfast, and hear from Waterford Township Supervisor Gary Wall, Waterford School District Superintendent Scott Lindberg, and Chancellor Peter Provenzano from Oakland Community college.
A can't-miss-event for the entire Waterford community!
Tickets are $25 each and are available for advance purchase only from the Waterford Area Chamber Commerce office or on their website.

Special Election Dates Announced

It’s time to vote again!

Governor Whitmer has called Special Elections for Waterford Township to replace our 43rd District State Representative, Andrea Schroeder who sadly passed away. The Election dates are: March 1, and May 3, 2022.

Only residents in the 43rd District will vote. Absentee Ballot Applications mailed in early January. If you want to vote by mail, you must complete the application, sign it, and return it to the Clerk’s Office.

If you want to promote our democracy, sign up to work these Elections. We are always looking for excellent Election Workers. For more information go to: www.waterfordmi.gov/clerk and look for “Election Information”.

Monthly Recycling February 12th

Waterford Township offers free monthly recycling collection of magazines and cardboard (shipping boxes, cereal boxes, toothpaste boxes, etc, free of food debris and dry.)

This service is provided the second Saturday of every month from 9 am to 1 pm in the parking lot at Township Hall. Waterford residents only, please.

News from the Treasurer

Taxes due February 14

Last day to pay 2021 winter tax bill without penalty is February 14, 2022. If you need further information, please call the Treasurer’s Office at (248) 674-6220 or visit www.waterfordmi.gov/taxes

Payments received February 15 – February 28
2021 late summer and/or winter tax payments are accepted at the Township Treasurer Office through February 28, 2022. Interest and penalty will be charged on any unpaid balance. Payments must be paid at Town Hall or mailed to the Township Treasurer’s Office, 5200 Civic Center Dr, Waterford MI 48329. Payments must be received on or before February 28, 2022. Postmarks will not be honored.

Tax Payment Options

In person - the Treasurer’s Office located at 5200 Civic Center Dr. Office hours are 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.
Mail – payments may be mailed to our office at 5200 Civic Center Dr, Waterford MI 48329. Please make checks payable to Waterford Township Treasurer. Payments may also be mailed in the courtesy envelope sent with tax bills. Please note there may be a delay in posting payments sent to the PO Box if your check was written incorrectly or lower part of tax statement was not included with payment.
After Hours Drop Box – an after-hours drop box is located near the lower entrance door to the Township Hall.
Online Banking – payment may be made through the township website at www.waterfordmi.gov/taxes.

Please Note:   It is NOT recommended to have payment issued through your bank at this late date.    Payments issued through your bank take 10 to 15 business days to receive payment.   These payments are received in envelopes that are not postmarked; anything received after February 14 will be charged late penalties and fees.

Cash Payments
For those considering making their payment in cash: for safety, efficiency, and Township savings, payment by personal or cashier’s check is preferred.

Beginning March 1
Beginning March 1, 2022, all unpaid 2021 taxes are paid to Oakland County with additional penalties (Township cannot accept payments).    Mail payments to Oakland County Treasurer, 1200 N Telegraph, Pontiac, MI 48341. During the month of March, a revised statement from the Township Treasurer needs to accompany your remittance to the County Treasurer.

Do You Need Amounts Paid for Income Taxes?
Tax amounts for 2021 and prior years may be attained on the Waterford Township website at www.waterfordmi.gov/taxes, select Tax Information Search. This site will report the base tax amount; does not give you payment status.   Statements of tax amount; payment status and date paid are available at the Treasurer’s Office. There is a fee of 50 cents for each photocopy.
Receipts are also available on line through Oakland County for a fee of $2.50 at www.oakgov.com/propertygateway - select Current Tax Report.

Attention Business Owners

Personal Property Statements/Small Business Exemption Affidavits were recently mailed out. Personal Property Statements need to be received at the Waterford Assessing Department by February 22, 2022.

If your personal property equipment is worth $80,000 or less (true cash value), you may qualify for the Small Business Exemption. If so, complete the Small Business Exemption Affidavit along with the Personal Property Statement and return it to Waterford Assessing Department by February 22, 2022. If you have any questions, please contact the Assessing Department at 248-674-6270.

Oakland County Veterans Affairs Hosts Resource Fair

Closed for Presidents Day

Waterford Township administrative offices and the Waterford Township Public Library will be closed Monday, February 21, 2022 in observance of Presidents Day.

Emergency services remain available during this administrative closure.

2022 Outdoor Warning System Siren Test Calendar

Board of Review Dates

MARCH BOARD OF REVIEW: The annual March Board of Review will be held on the following dates:

Tuesday, March 8, 2022               9:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon (organizational meeting)

Monday, March 14, 2022            9:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon and 1:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Tuesday, March 15, 2022             9:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon and 1:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Wednesday, March 16, 2022     1:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

Waterford Twp. Public Library February News & Events

Library Service Hours
Monday–Thursday 10:00a–9:00p; Saturday, 10:00a – 5:00p;
Sunday, 1:00p – 5:00p

Holiday Closures
Presidents Day – Monday, February 21, 2022
Regular hours resume Tuesday, February 22, 2022 at 10:00a

Friends of the Library
Used Book Sale
Saturday, February 5, 10:00a – 4:30p & Sunday, February 6, 1:00p-4:00p, Community Room
The Friends of the Library are holding a used book sale. Great reads at sweet prices. Sunday - Bag Sale $5/Bag all day. Payment by cash or check only please.
Used Book Donation Drop-off collection - Saturday, February 12, 10:00a – 1:00p, Community Room.
The Friends of the Library accepts gently used books in SALEABLE condition on the second Saturday of each month from 10:00a - 1:00p. Donations will be considered for use in the Library's collection as well as merchandise included at the Friends Used Book Sales.
ITEMS NOT ACCEPTED:

Textbooks
Encyclopedias
Magazines
VHS tapes
Books on Cassette
Reader's Digest Condensed Books

For a receipt, please bring a count of hard cover and soft cover books with you.

Children’s Programs (through age 12)
Winter Reading Program
Through Monday, February 28
Ages 3-12
Pick up a Winter Reading Log at the children’s reference desk, or print out a log from the Children’s page on our website. Complete the reading and non-reading tasks. Turn it in for “cool” prizes and enter our drawing for a gift card.
Saturday Take & Make Crafts
Saturday, February 5 & 19
Ages: 3 & up
Stop by our Children’s Room between the hours of 10:00am-12:00pm and 2:00-4:00pm to pick up a fun project-in-a-bag to enjoy working on at home.
Ready Reads Resume
Ages: 3 & up
Our virtual storytime continues, Monday through Thursday at 11:00am on Facebook. The children's librarian will be reading a story or two for you to enjoy with your child or children in the comfort of your home. Different stories every day! Enjoy previous Ready Reads recordings posted on Waterford Township Public Library YouTube channel.
Library Scavenger Hunts
Monthly Activity
All ages
Pick up a scavenger hunt form from the children’s desk. Locate the pictures around the library. Write down where you found the picture. Turn in your completed form for a drawing entry for a new book. A new “hunt” starts the first of every month.
Guess How Many?
Monthly Activity
All ages
Visit the children’s desk each month to see our jar of things on display. Take a guess as to how many items are in the jar, and submit your entry. You win by guessing the closest number. A new jar is displayed on the first day of every month. Winners will be determined on the last day of the month. Prizes include gift cards, books, or the contents of the jar.

Teens – Programs
Blind Date with a Book
February 1 - 28
Are you looking for something new to read and you don’t know where to start? Do you like the element of surprise? Try a Blind Date with a Book! These books will be wrapped in paper so you can’t see what you’re checking out. You won’t know what you’ve got until you get home (or into the parking lot if you’re really eager!). Wrapped books will include descriptors to give readers clues about the subject, plot, setting, and characters of the books. Patrons can check out 2 books at a time. (NOTE: 6th - 12th graders only. Please be respectful of the tween and teens as they enjoy a library program planned just for them.)

Adults – Programs
Ask the Tech Guy Computer Help
Saturday, February 5, 30-minute timeslots from 10:30a-12:00p. Conference Room. Registration required.
Computer/technology help. One-on-one assistance with your own device or computer (bring it in with you). Our computer systems administrator will do his best to troubleshoot your problem, answer your questions, or advise you on what to do. Register through the Library’s Calendar of Events (https://waterfordmi.evanced.info/signup/calendar) for one-on-one help in a 30-minute session on this date.
Get Help with the Library’s Downloadables
Saturday, February 26, 30-minute timeslots from 10:00a-11:30a. Conference Room. Registration required.
Do you need help accessing all the free digital content the library has to offer? Bring your device and questions for help with downloading books, audiobooks, movies, music and magazines to your smartphone or tablet. Register through the Library’s Calendar of Events (https://waterfordmi.evanced.info/signup/calendar) for one-on-one help in a 30-minute session on this date.

Adults – Enrichment Groups
Knitting Group
Wednesday mornings, 10:00 a.m.-Noon, Conference Room
Share patterns, exchange ideas, show off your projects, and socialize while you knit!
Waterford Writers Workshop
Tuesday, February 15, 6:30p – 8:30p, Conference Room
Ages 16 or older
Published and unpublished writers are invited to join a community of writers to provide constructive and supportive critiques of each other’s works and to further discuss the craft of writing. Each writer will have the opportunity to read their work to the group. Bring at least five copies of their work (limit of 5 typewritten, double-spaced pages of fiction/non-fiction, poetry/prose, screen plays, etc.) for peer review and discussion. All copies will be returned to the writer with edits, constructive critiques, and suggestions by fellow group members.
Waterford Genealogical Society
Evening meeting: Tuesday, February 8, 7:00p – 8:30p via Zoom
WGS also meets virtually on the 2^nd Tuesday evening of the month. If you wish to attend you must register and enter your email address so we can send you the zoom link. Please register before 5pm of the day of the meeting. Host: Julia Hanneman-Schoenbach.
Library Garden Club
Wednesday, February 9, 7:00p – 8:30p, Community Room.
Library Garden Club Annual Tool Tune-up event. Bring your gardening gear that needs cleaning and sharpening. If you can, include one or more of the following in your cleaning kit: green scrubby, WD-40, honing oil and a honing stone. Crew leader Janet Macunovich will provide an overview on best practices and some hands on instruction. All are welcome. NOTE: If conditions warrant, this workshop will be held virtually. Link to Zoom meeting will be posted on Calendar of Events.
Evening Book Discussion Group
Thursday, February 10, 7:00p-8:00p. Community Room
We will be discussing Another Brooklyn by Jacqueline Woodson. Copies of the book available at the Adult Reference Desk beginning Saturday, January 15. No registration required.
Afternoon Book Discussion Group
Monday, February 28, 1:00p – 2:00p. Community Room
We will meet in the Community Room to discuss this month's book. This month's book is All Blood Runs Red by Phil Keith. You can get a copy of the book to check out by picking one up at the adult desk. You might wish to call us at 248-618-7693 to make sure we have a copy available.
What Can Your Library Card Do for You?

Access downloadable eContent and information databases remotely, 24/7/365
Get discounted admission to the Detroit Zoo and over 400 museums, science centers, state parks and historical sites.
Check out more than books: DVDs, music CDs, audio books, book club kits and magazines are also available.
Use our public computers for searching the Internet and information databases, as well as suing Microsoft Office products

Need a library card? Stop by the Library or apply online on our website, www.waterfordmi.gov/library.

GFL- Going Into Year Three

Beginning March 30, 2022, Waterford moves into the third year of its contract with GFL Environmental providing curbside collection service for residential customers.
Mid to late February, Waterford residents will receive their invoices for second-quarter services for April, May, June 2022 reflecting the contracted 3% increase.

Rates for all three services (Trash, Recycling, Compost)
Base rate Quarter $55.08, Base rate Year $220.32

Rates for Trash and Compost only, No Recycling
Base rate Quarter $40.08, Base rate Year $160.32

A full rate sheet reflecting discounts and annual reminders will be mailed with your paper invoices, or emailed to customers who receive electronic bills.

Visit the Waterford Township website at www.waterfordmi.gov/trash

Waterford Youth Assistance Recognizes
Volunteer of the Year & Betty Fortino Scholarship Winner

Waterford Youth Assistance volunteer of the year

Waterford Youth Assistance Betty Fortino Scholarship

Looking Ahead: Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event Dates & Locations Announced

Waterford Township has partnered with the North Oakland Household Hazardous Waste Consortium (NO HAZ). NO HAZ provides residents of participating communities a safe and environmentally responsible way to dispose of Household Hazardous Waste (HHW).

Registration links will be posted on the No Haz website www.nohaz.org approximately three weeks prior to each collection date. You must register in advance. Waterford Residents pay a fee of $15.
*Please note, in-person sales at the Development Services office or on the day of the event will NOT take place this year. Online registration only.

This year's collection dates and locations are as follows. All dates and locations hours are 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Saturday, April 30th Oakland County Service Center Campus 1200 N. Telegraph Rd.
Saturday, June 4th Oxford Middle School 1420 Lakeville Rd. in Oxford
Saturday, July 23rd Kensington Church 4340 Lapeer Rd. in Orion Township
Saturday, September 24 Oakland County Service Center 1200 N. Telegraph Rd.