Norwich Township Hall
Newaygo County, Michigan

Norwich Township

A rural township in Newaygo County, Michigan — serving residents with transparent, responsive local government.

7213 N Cypress Ave, Newaygo, MI 49337

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Upcoming Events

Full Calendar

Jul 21, 2026

Board of Review

1:00 PM

Aug 4, 2026

Michigan Primary Election

7 AM – 8 PM

Aug 10, 2026

Township Board Meeting

7:00 PM

Aug 18, 2026

Zoning Board of Appeals

7:00 PM

All meetings held at Norwich Township Hall unless otherwise noted.

Township Board

Supervisor

Dan Wanink

6297 N Hickory Drive, Big Rapids MI 49307
231-287-8080
Meetings/Agenda
Clerk

Stacie Langworthy

6735 N Cottonwood, Big Rapids MI 49307
231-629-1882
Minutes
Treasurer

Phyllis Carlson

6858 E 8 Mile Rd, Big Rapids MI 49307
231-796-2107; 231-250-8636
Forms (Tax Purposes Only)
Trustee

Jennifer Kailing

8350 E 7 Mile Rd, Big Rapids MI 49307
231-349-1033
Trustee

Stephanie Morgan

6854 Polk St, Big Rapids MI 49307
616-403-8246

Board Member Hours

Contact Board Members directly for availability.

Township Departments

Zoning Administrator

Nick Vawter

616-403-6900
Zoning
Assessor

Brian Story, MCAO, MCPPE

8910 North Branch Rd, Watervliet MI 49098

269-266-2424
Assessor
Cemetery

Dan Wanink (Manager)

The Hungerford Cemetery is located at the corner of Cypress and Hungerford Lake Drive, one mile north of the Norwich Township Hall.

231-287-8080
Cemetery
Notary Services

Stacie Langworthy

If you need a document notarized, contact Stacie Langworthy to make an appointment. This service is provided at no charge.

231-629-1882

General Information

Township Hall Hours

The Township Board members do not hold  their office at the Township Hall.  Individual  appointments may be arranged by contacting the Supervisor, Clerk, or Treasurer.

Garbage & Recycling

Residential garbage and recycling collection is provided by a private hauler. Contact Newaygo County for information on recycling drop-off locations and household hazardous waste disposal.

Road Maintenance

Township roads are maintained by the Newaygo County Road Commission. For road concerns — potholes, drainage, signage — contact the Road Commission at 231-689-6682.

Announcements

Newaygo County Household Hazardous Waste Collection

The Newaygo County Household Hazardous Annual Waste Collection will be held (date TBD), 8am–Noon at the Road Commission Building, 935 E 1 Mile Rd, White Cloud. Tires WILL NOT be accepted.

Board of Public Works

Norwich Twp Annual Clean-Up

The Township's Annual Clean-up is held on the second Saturday of June and is for residents only.

Items NOT allowed: Tires, dead animals, hazardous materials, oil, paint, tree stumps, yard waste, propane tanks, concrete, batteries, household trash, chemicals, appliances containing Freon.

Compliance & Public Notices

ADA Coordinator

Norwich Township is committed to ensuring accessibility for all residents. If you require accommodations to participate in township meetings or access township services, contact the Township Clerk.

[email protected]

Freedom of Information Act (FOIA)

Residents may request public records from Norwich Township under the Michigan Freedom of Information Act. Submit requests to the Township Clerk.

FOIA Information

Norwich Township

Newaygo County, Michigan

7213 N Cypress Ave., Big Rapids, MI 49307
231-287-8080

Our Mission

"Norwich Twp recognizes its responsibilities to each of its constituents. Township officials make this pledge as a statement of the Township's values and purpose as we conduct township business. We will always strive to utilize ethical practices and compassion for the needs of those around us."

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