Enriching
Our Community
Hill Township is an area in northeastern Michigan that is 36.1 sq. miles with more than 20 lakes. Most of the lakes are known for their water activities such as boating, fishing and swimming. Our lakes grace us with the presence of Loons, Ducks, Blue Heron, Eagles, Osprey and more. The area is also known for its beautiful wooded areas with amazing wildlife such as Deer, Fox. Grouse, Racoons, Pheasant, Bear, Coyote, and more. People come here to enjoy many of the outdoor activities throughout the year.
If you would like to send pictures of Hill Township -Lakes, Sunsets, Sunrises, Wildlife or anything of beauty for our photo gallery please email them to: melissab.hilltwp@yahoo.com
Upcoming Meetings
| Date | Time |
|---|---|
| 1st Tuesday of Every Month | 6:00 pm |
| Feb 3, 2026 | 6:00 pm |
| March 3, 2026 | 6:00 pm |
| April 7, 2026 | 6:00 pm |
| May 7, 2026 | 6:00 pm |
| June 2, 2026 | 6:00 pm |
| July 7, 2026 | 6:00 pm |
| August 5, 2026 | 6:00 pm |
| Sept 1, 2026 | 6:00 pm |
| Oct 6, 2026 | 6:00 pm |
| Nov 4, 2026 | 6:00 pm |
| Dec 1, 2026 | 6:00 pm |
Hill Township Hall
Community Announcements
TOWNSHIP OF HILL
NOTICE OF BUDGET PUBLIC HEARING
The Hill Township Board will hold a public hearing on the proposed township budget for fiscal year 2025-26 at 4985 Townhall Road, Hale, on March 19, 2026 at 5:00 p.m., following will be a special meeting to adopt the budget at 5:30 p.m. The property tax millage rate proposed to be levied to support the proposed budget will be a subject of this hearing. A copy of the budget is available for public inspection by appointment, call 989-889-6115.
This notice is posted in compliance with PA 267 of 1976 as amended (Open Meetings Act), MCLA 41.72a (2) (3) and the American with Disabilities Act (ADA).
The Hill Township Board will provide necessary reasonable auxiliary aids and services, such as signers for the hearing impaired and audio tapes of printed materials being considered at the meeting, to individuals with disabilities at the meeting upon 7 day's notice to the Hill Township Board.
Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the Hill Township Board by writing or calling the following:
Lorie Williams
Hill Township Clerk
2985 Shady Shores Rd
Lupton, MI 84635
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NOTICE OF HILL TOWNSHIP BOARD OF REVIEW
TO THE PROPERTY OWNERS OF HILL TOWNSHIP, OGEMAW COUNTY, MICHIGAN
Please take notice that the 2026 March Board of Review will meet at the HILL TOWNSHIP HALL 4985 TOWNHALL ROAD, HALE, MI to review the assessment roll for 2026.
Meeting Dates and Times:
MONDAY MARCH 9, 2026 9:00 AM - NOON, 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
TUESDAY MARCH 10, 2026 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Appointments:
Appointments are not necessary.
Protest Procedures:
Letters of protest must be received by 3/4/2026 to be heard by the Board of Review.
Property owners may appeal in person or by authorized representative.
Board of Review
Lorie Williams, Clerk Hill Township
IMPORTANT NOTICE
PLEASE EMAIL THE CORRECT PERSON YOU ARE TRYING TO CONTACT:
Supervisor Rob Reid -
robreid.hilltwp@yahoo.com
989.889.6896
Clerk Lorie Williams -
lwilliams.hilltwp@yahoo.com
989.745.8312
Treasurer Ellen Scott -
989.473.2035
(Please call the hall first. 989.728.5131)
elscott.hilltwp@yahoo.com
PLEASE DO NOT SEND MAIL TO THE TOWNSHIP HALL ADDRESS!!!
WE DO NOT HAVE A MAILBOX HERE.
Please send to Clerk, Treasurer or Supervisors address.
FOR TAXES PLEASE MAIL TO:
Ellen Scott
Hill Twp. Treas.
3412 Sage Lake Rd
Lupton, MI 48635
ATTENTION:
We accept credit cards for taxes!
The link is below.
Please contact Ogemaw County
for information on late taxes at
989.345.0084
Unavailable Rental Dates
| Date | Time |
|---|---|
| To be Determined | TBD |
Our Staff
50 People or Less
Without Alcohol: $75.00
With Alcohol: $125.00
100 People or Less
Without Alcohol: $150.00
With Alcohol: $200.00
Funeral Luncheon
Without Alcohol: Free
With Alcohol: Normal Rates Apply
Hill Township Lake
Assoc. Meetings
Free
Boater Safety Classes
Not available for 2025 season.
Contact Dale Bortle
or
Melissa Bortle
Email:
melissab.hilltwp@yahoo.com
Phone:
Dale 810.836.2509
Melissa 810.397.0120
Trash/Recycling
H O U R S O F O P E R A T I O N
May thru October
Wednesday 4PM-7PM
Saturday 9AM-5PM
Sunday 9AM-4PM
Transfer Station:
The transfer station is for Household trash, recycle materials, and Scrap metal only. Please make sure recyclables are cleaned before bringing in and all boxes are broke down!!
We DO NOT ACCEPT any building materials, paint materials, petroleum products or furniture.
Tires are allowed at the cost of $7.00 per tire!!
November thru April
Saturday 9AM-5PM
Wednesday 4PM-7PM














