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Hearing & Vision Screening
"Early detection and treatment of hearing and vision problems can help children succeed in school."
Call the Midland County Department of Public Health at (989) 832-6673 to schedule an appointment.
The Hearing and Vision Program provides screening to all Midland County children between the ages of 3 and 18.
This service is provided in cooperation with the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS), the Midland County Department of Public Health, and the schools within Midland County.
All hearing and vision services are offered free of charge.
Fall 2025 Hearing & Vision Screening Flyer
Call the Midland County Department of Public Health to schedule an appointment: 989-832-6673
If your child was previously screened (between the ages of 3 & Kindergarten entry) and a copy of the screening is needed, call the Heath Department at 989-832-6673.
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FAQ: Kindergarten Oral Health Assessment (KOHA)
Children entering kindergarten for the 2025/2026 school year will be required to have a dental screening.
A child’s dental screening can be done prior to entering kindergarten, but no earlier than 6 months prior to the start of the school year.
The dental screening is simple and fast. A dental professional will look into your child’s mouth and note what they see on the KOHA Assessment Form. No treatment is done. The dental professional will communicate if your child needs to see a dentist for further follow-up.
Dental problems can cause pain and make it difficult for children to pay attention in school, prevent them from eating and sleeping well, and even affect their ability to speak and socialize. All of this can affect a child’s ability to learn and do well in school.
Children benefit from having a dental screening before starting school to check for any dental problems that need to be fixed so that they start school ready to learn.
Additional information about the Michigan KOHA requirements can be found by visiting: Kindergarten Oral Health Assessment Program (KOHA)
There is no-cost for the Kindergarten Oral Health Assessment (KOHA) dental screening if done by the provider contracted by the Midland County Department of Public Health at a scheduled screening event.
- Follow-up services recommended as a results of the dental screening are at the discretion of the child’s parent(s)/guardian(s), and are the financial responsibility of the child’s parent(s)/guardian(s).
If you choose to have the dental screening completed by your dental provider, contact your dental practice to determine if there is a fee.
Parent(s)/guardian(s) are responsible for getting their child’s dental screening completed, but have a few options:
1. The Midland County Department of Public Health has partnered with Great Lakes Bay Health Center to offer a no-cost dental screening for incoming Midland County kindergarteners.
- All schools will be contacted by the Great Lakes Bay Health Center Mobile Bus staff, or by the Midland County Department of Public Health with further details as the 2025-2026 school year approaches.
2. If your child has a dental home, their dentist can complete the dental screening using the KOHA Assessment Form NO EARLIER THAN 6 months prior to the start of school.
Be sure to take a completed form to your child's school.
Please note- check with your dental practice to determine if there is a fee associated with the dental assessment, as each dental practice may bill at their discretion.
There will be opportunities for Kindergarten Oral Health Assessment (KOHA) dental screening throughout the year at various locations throughout Midland County.
The dates/times/locations will be shared with pre-schools/schools and posted on the Midland County Department of Public Health’s website.
No. The Kindergarten Oral Health Assessment (KOHA) screening must be completed no earlier than 6 months prior to when the child enters Kindergarten.
No. Homeschooled children can be screened, but it is not required at this time.
- You can check the Michigan Oral Health Directory for a list of low- and no-cost dental providers by county: https://www.michigan.gov/mdhhs/adult-child-serv/childrenfamilies/familyhealth/oralhealth.
- If your child does not have dental insurance, they may be eligible for the Michigan Healthy Kids Dental Program: https://www.michigan.gov/mdhhs/assistance-programs/healthcare/childrenteens/hkdental
- The Midland County Department of Public Health can provide a list of dental providers in Midland County.
Children cannot be excluded from enrolling in or attending school if the dental screening is not completed prior to the start of the school year.
There may be opportunities during the kindergarten school year for students to get a dental screening, in an effort to reach children who did not have it done prior to the start of school.
The dental screening requirement is only for children entering kindergarten, but it is highly recommended that all children see a dentist at least once a year.
Call the Midland County Department of Public Health during business hours at 989-832-6651.
General questions can be e-mailed to MCDPH@co.midland.mi.us, however, messages should not include personal medical information.
Harm Reduction Resources
https://neverusealone.com/1-877-696-1996 or 1-800-484-3731
If you’re going to use by yourself call: Never Use Alone.
You will be asked your first name, location, and the number you are calling from.
An operator will stay on the line with you while you use.
If you stop responding after using, the operator will notify emergency medical services (EMS) of an unresponsive person at your location.
Visit the Harm Reduction Station located outside the Northwest side of the Midland County Services Building 24/7, or walk-in to the clinic on the second floor during business hours.
Items typically stocked in the Harm Reduction Station:
- Narcan
- Fentanyl Test Strips
- Xylazine Test Strips
- Wound Care Kits
- Lock Bags
- Gun Locks
CLICK FOR A LIST OF ADDITIONAL NO COST NARCAN (NALOXONE) DISTRIBUTION LOCATIONS IN MIDLAND COUNTY.
The map below shows additional locations throughout Midland County where Narcan (Naloxone) is available at no cost:
Harm Reduction Michigan’s mission is to decrease substance use-related harms in Michigan, in a respectful manner in collaboration with all people involved.
Midland Location
805 Townsend
Drop-in Hours:
Wednesday 12pm-8pm
Thursday 8am-2pm
Call or text:
231-493-5124
Naloxone (commonly known by the brand name Narcan) is a life-saving medication used to reverse the effects of an opioid overdose.
Signs of an opioid overdose include:
- Pinpoint pupils
- Unusual sleepiness or drowsiness
- Unresponsive, limp body
- Slow, shallow, or absent breathing
- Gurgling or snoring sounds
- Cold and clammy skin
- Blue nails and lips
- Nausea or vomiting
- Low blood pressure
If an overdose is suspected, administer Narcan Nasal Spray, and call 911 immediately.
Naloxone, the active ingredient in Narcan Nasal Spray, competes with opioids to bind with the same receptors in the brain, reversing the effects of an opioid overdose.
- Narcan does not require a prescription and is available "over-the-counter".
- Narcan is not addictive.
- Narcan can be used for a suspected overdose in infants, children, teens, adults, and the elderly.
- Narcan will not cause harm if given to someone who is not experiencing an opioid overdose.
ALWAYS CALL 911 when Narcan Nasal Spray is administered. Narcan is NOT a substitute for emergency medical care.
- Long-acting opioids pose a risk of repeat overdoses for several hours and may require multiple doses of Narcan Nasal Spray (given 2-3 minutes apart).
Click HERE for a list of No-Cost Narcan (Naloxone) Distribution Sites in Midland County.
- If you cannot travel to one of these locations or access Narcan (naloxone) locally, request Naloxone by mail from NEXT Distro and the Grand Rapids Red Project: https://nextdistro.org/migate
Our goal is to reach individuals within the Midland community that could benefit from having Narcan (Naloxone) on hand, such as:
1) Individuals who receive prescription opioids or have prescription opioids in their home (e.g. Oxycodone/OxyContin, Hydrocodone/Vicodin, Morphine, Methadone, Codeine, Fentanyl).
2) Individuals who use non-prescribed or illegally manufactured opioids or have them in their home (e.g. heroine, illegally manufactured fentanyl).
3) Individuals who have an increased potential to witness an overdose.
Individuals and businesses should make Narcan Nasal Spray part of their FIRST AID KIT.
- Narcan is most effective when administered quickly!
Resources:
FDA News Release: FDA Approves First Over-the-Counter Naloxone Nasal Spray- March 29, 2023
Take precautionary measures to prevent accidental overdose and poisoning:
1) Practice safe storage:
- Keep prescribed medications in original packaging
- Store opioids and other substances in a locked container
- Keep medications and other substances out of reach of children & pets
2) Closely follow dosing instructions for prescribed opioids and other medication
3) Do not share prescribed opioids or other prescribed medication with others
4) Safely dispose of unused medication at designated drop-off locations
5) If opioids are in your home, keep Narcan/Naloxone readily available in case of an overdose, and ensure household members know the signs of an overdose and how to administer Narcan/Naloxone!
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Proper disposal of sharps is an important step in the prevention of needlesticks, which could lead to exposure to bloodborne pathogens such as Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C, and HIV.
The Sharps Disposal Flyer outlines how you can properly dispose of sharps:
Link to: City of Midland Restricted Refuse Items
There is a sharps disposal container located on the harm reduction station outside of the Midland County Service Building- 220 W. Ellsworth St.
Personal Protection Order (PPO)
A Personal Protection Order ("PPO") is a Circuit Court injunctive order that protects victims of Family Violence, Dating Violence or Stalking. A PPO is filed by a Petitioner against a Respondent to stop or restrain the Respondent from:
- contacting the Petitioner through any means (in person, by phone, by mail or e-mail, etc.)
- entering the Petitioner's residence property or work place
- assaulting, attacking, beating, or wounding the Petitioner
- harassing, stalking or threatening the Petitioner
- removing any minor children from where they live unless their removal is part of court-ordered visitation
- interfering with the Petitioner's efforts to remove the children or property
- purchasing or possessing a firearm
- interfering with or engaging in conduct that impairs Petitioner's employment or educational environment
- allowing a non-custodial parent from having access to Petitioner's home or work address or telephone numbers through a minor child's records
- any other specific act that interferes with the Petitioner's personal liberty or causes a reasonable fear of violence
A PPO Cannot:
- evict a person in a landlord/tenant relationship
- establish custody or parenting time
- protect personal property from damage
- mediate neighbor disputes
- stop a person from being rude or spreading rumors
- remove a person from a place they have a legal right to be, such as the local store
Minor Personal Protection Orders are issued using the same criteria as in Adult Circuit Court. If you are under 18, you cannot file for a PPO on your own. You must have a "Next Friend" file the PPO on your behalf. Your Next Friend should be a trusted adult. Minors between the age of 14-17 can choose a Next Friend. For minors 13 and under, the Court will choose the Next Friend. You cannot obtain a PPO against your parent.
Yes. There are 2 kinds of PPOs:
- Domestic Relation PPO --- if the Respondent is a: current/former spouse, current/former dating relationship, current/former resident of your household, or you have a child in common.
- Stalking PPO --- if you and the Respondent do not have a domestic relationship, then you must establish that the Respondent has been stalking you. NOTE: The Michigan Court of Appeals has ruled that stalking must involve two or more "seperate and non-continuos" acts. A single incident comprinsing a series of continuos acts, each immediately following the other is not considered "stalking". See Pobursky v Gee (Docket #226550, released 12/21/2001).
A restraining order (including a PPO) is a civil action between citizens.
A "no-contact" bond condition can be imposed on a Defendant during a pending criminal prosecution. It means that a Defendant can not personally --- or have a third-party --- contact, call or write the victim, or any other party with whom the Judge orders the Defendant to have "no contact". This is a common bond condition for Defendants charged with violent or assaultive crimes, and protects victims if the Defendant is released from jail while the charge is pending. Like all other bond conditions (e.g., appearing at future Court proceedings, not violating criminal laws, not leaving the state, etc.), any violation could cause the Judge to raise or revoke the bond, in which case the Defendant could remain in jail until the case is finished. A Judge has the discretion to issue (or not issue) any bond condition, as he sees fit. A "no-contact condition" stays in effect for the entire duration of the criminal case, or until the victim requests that it be removed or "lifted" (with the Judge's approval). A "no-contact" provision can also be imposed at the sentencing as part of the conditions of probation.
Probate Court Out of Control Teen
Refers to children under 17 years of age.
- Minors must be found to be in violation of the Probate Code, MCL 712A.2Sec.2(a)(3) as follows:
- The child is repeatedly disobedient to the reasonable and lawful commands of his/her parents, guardian, or other custodian, and
- The Court finds on the record by clear and convincing evidence that Court-accessed services are necessary.
- Incorrigibility is more than simple disobedience – Local criterion includes:
- The child repeatedly or habitually disobeys the reasonable directions of the child’s lawful parents, guardian, or legal custodians over the last three months. A child refuses to accept these orders and it has caused significant problems for the child, parents or the guardians in the home and/or school environments.
- Examples of the things which are generally accepted for an incorrigible petition, if they are frequently repeated, may be if the child:
- Leaves home and his/her whereabouts are unknown or repeated curfew violations;
- Threatens to cause or causes deliberate physical harm to family members;
- Causes property damage to the home or property of family members;
- Refuses to attend school (in such case a truancy petition may also be filed by the school’s truancy officer);
- Steals money or property from other family members;
- Uses alcohol, drugs or other illegal substances;
- Uses vulgar or abusive language to parents and/or family members;
- Displays behaviors in the school that disrupt the order of the school environment causing repeated school suspensions and/or disrespect to all authority figures including, teachers and school administrators.
The Probate & Juvenile Court is authorized by law to accept complaints by parents against their children who are under 17 years of age, who are repeatedly disobedient to their reasonable rules, or are chronic runaways. The parent(s)/guardian will provide the Court Intake Worker with Intake Information and the worker will then assess the situation to determine if Court services would be helpful or are necessary.
A conference with the parties and the Court Services Coordinator will be scheduled prior to a petition being filed to try and resolve the situation. The policy of the Court is that the family make an effort to solve the problem by:
- Attending family or individual counseling for a period of four months
- Working with the schools
- Exploring arrangements for the child to live with a relative if necessary
- Trying other actions identified by the Court Intake Worker to avoid Court involvement
The Court Services Coordinator will make suggestions for seeking solutions to the problem. The consequences of a juvenile record will be discussed with the parent(s)/guardian and child.
If efforts have been made to solve the problem and the situation still does not improve, a petition (JC 04a) can be filed. A time for a Court hearing in the matter will be set and the Court will appoint an attorney to represent the child. The Judge or Attorney Referee will determine if the Court will accept "jurisdiction" of the child.
Once the incorrigible petition is filed by the parent, a "preliminary hearing" is scheduled, for the Court to determine if the child is incorrigible and how to proceed with the case, which may end in one of several ways:
- Decline to proceed – Due to lack of clear and convincing evidence a prosecutor may choose not to pursue any formal or informal proceeding.
- Informal Proceeding (Diversion or Consent Calendar)—If it appears to the Court that protective and supportive action will best serve the juvenile and the public then a case may be handled informally as either Consent Calendar or Diversion. In either case a plan may be adopted that can include costs, counseling, community service and restitution. A juvenile involved in an informal proceeding cannot be removed from home or placed in detention. Not all cases are eligible for an informal proceeding. These files are confidential. If the plan is successfully completed the file is destroyed 28 days after the Juvenile’s 17th birthday. If the Juvenile does not successfully complete the plan the case will then proceed on the formal calendar.
- Formal Proceeding (Regular or Intensive Probation)—Cases handled formally in the Probate & Juvenile Court are much like criminal cases in the adult court, but are known as "juvenile hearings" or "adjudicatory hearings." A Juvenile is entitled to the right to a trial, attorney, and to confront witnesses just as in the adult court. Once a juvenile is adjudicated (found guilty by plea or at trial) then, the Court can impose a range of sentences (dispositions) including probation, costs, fees, counseling and community service. A Juvenile who pleads or is found guilty of Incorrigibility cannot initially be removed from home or placed in detention, but could be after being placed on probation then violates probation.
- You must complete your petition completely and by yourself. Court employees may not provide legal advice.
- Your allegations about your child’s behavior must be current. The alleged behaviors must have occurred with the last three months.
- You must present a statement from a counseling agency detailing your efforts to use community resources to solve your child’s behaviors. If your child is not participating in counseling services, seek assistance from Community Mental Health Youth Intervention Specialist, Jackie Warner, MA, LPC who will assess the child using the MAYSI screen and/or other assessments. Contact the Youth Intervention Specialist via e-mail or by phone at 989.832.6855.
- Upon filing of the Petition, it may be a few weeks until a hearing is scheduled. Your son/daughter will be at home with you during this time. You will receive a copy of the filed petition with the date and time for your child’s preliminary hearing in the mail.
- If the Court finds your child is incorrigible and Court-accessed services are necessary, the Court will enter an Order to rectify the situation. Understand that the Court’s Orders will be binding on you as a parent, as well as your child. and may include probation and/or family counseling.
You will be responsible for the cost of the Court-ordered services, including:
- Cost of a diversionary program, if utilized,
- Cost of a consent calendar plan program, if utilized,
- Cost of formal calendar programs, if utilized, including;
- Court appointed attorney fees for your child (an attorney must be appointed if your case goes to formal Court)
- Monthly cost of probation department services
- Intensive family counseling utilizing the Court’s Multisystemic Therapy Program,
- Per-day costs for your child’s out of home or day treatment placement, if utilized.
Contact Court Services Coordinator, Jodie Garner via email or at 989.832.6398 for more information or to schedule an appointment. Meetings will take place at the Midland County Courthouse – Level B, located at 301 W. Main Street, Midland, Michigan.
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Board of Commissioners
The Midland County Board of Commissioners meet on the first and third Tuesday of each month at 9:00 a.m. During the summer months (June - August), the Board meets on the third Tuesday at 10:00 a.m.
Regular Board Meetings are recorded and uploaded to the County's YouTube channel for later viewing. They are also provided to MCTV for access by local cable subscribers.
The Midland County Board of Commissioners welcomes members of the public to attend meetings, and values constituent input on all matters relevant to County government. The Board provides two opportunities for public comment. The first opportunity takes place before items that are being deliberated on by the Board. Comments on matters not being considered on the agenda should take place at this time. The second occasion for public comment will take place prior to commissioner discussion on each agenda item. Public comments are limited to three (3) minutes in length, and speakers are encouraged to provide their name and address for the record.
You can also contact your Commissioner or the Board Administrator by phone, mail or e-mail.
Current County Commissioners have been elected to serve for a period of four years (Legislative term 01/01/2025 - 12/31/2028).
The best place to find the most complete and up to date information on upcoming or past agendas is on BoardDocs.
Child Support
Support payments should be paid to the Michigan State Disbursement Unit (MiSDU).
Payment options are available on the MISDU website
When sending a payment to MiSDU, please include your full name, case number and your social security number. Checks and/or money orders should be made payable and sent to:
MiSDU
PO Box 30351
Lansing, MI 48909-7851
If the FOC has the payer's employment information, a Notice of Withholding will be sent to the payer's employer. The employer will send payments to MiSDU. The payer is responsible for making support payments on their own, through the MiSDU, until support payments are deducted from the payer's wages.
Direct payments after the support order is entered are considered a gift.
If you are a custodial party who is receiving cash assistance from the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), some or all of your child support may be sent (assigned) to the state to pay back some of the money the state provides to you and the child(ren). If the total support collected is more than your cash benefits for at least two months, DHHS may close your cash assistance case so you can receive the child support payments directly.
If you are a custodial party who is receiving food stamps and/or child care, the support payments will be sent to you.
Medical support payments for children receiving Medicaid benefits will be sent (assigned) to the Michigan Department of Community Health.
In Michigan, the amount of child support is determined using the Michigan Child Support Formula. In some cases, the court may deviate from the Michigan Child Support Formula.
For more information, see the Michigan Child Support Formula Manual available from the State Court Administrative Office (SCAO), or on the SCAO website.
Under Michigan law (MCL 552.517), you have a right to request a child support review every 36 months.
If you wish to request a support review, please send your request in writing, to the following address:
Support Modification
220 W Ellsworth St 4th Floor
Midland, MI 48640
If you are not eligible for an administrative review, you may file a Motion Regarding Support with the court. You may contact the Office of Friend of the Court to request a motion form.
The FOC will provide one (1) free statement of your account per year upon request. Additional printouts throughout the year will be provided upon request, at the rate of $1.00 per page.
To request a statement of account or payment history, call or write:
Office of the Midland County Friend of the Court
220 W Ellsowrth Street, 4th Floor
Midland MI 48640
(989) 832-6801
If you have questions or believe there is a mistake, you should write your comments on the printout. Please describe the mistake and where you think it was made. You can return the printout (or a copy) to the FOC. We will review the account and make every effort to correct any mistakes.
If you think your employer is not sending in your payments, or if they have missed sending a payment, you should contact your payroll department first.
The FOC's enforcement system (MiCSES) will automatically begin enforcement to collect support.
The FOC has many options available to enforce support orders. These options include:
- Income Withholding
- Credit Reporting
- License Suspension
- Court Hearings
- Liens
- Tax Offset
- Passport Denial
- Felony Warrant
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Custody
Physical custody is where the child(ren) live. Physical custody can be awarded to one parent (called sole physical custody), or to both parents (called joint physical custody) when parenting time is shared.
Legal custody gives a parent the court-ordered right to have a say in the decision-making when raising a child. Issues that commonly arise include: medical treatment, school enrollment, counseling, religious instruction, change of domicile, and participation in extracurricular activities. Sole legal custody means only the parent court-ordered to have sole legal custody can make the decisions. Joint legal custody means both parents have a right to join in on the decision-making process of raising a child.
The FOC can assist in changing custody orders. If parties agree to a change of custody and submit a written agreement that is signed by both parents, the FOC office will prepare a legal agreement (called a stipulation or consent order) for a change in custody.
Once a custody order has been entered, the court retains jurisdiction until the child reaches the age of 18. A parent may file a motion for custody at any time. If a motion is filed, the court will order if there is clear and convincing evidence that a change of custody is in the best interests of the child.
For additional information about how to file a motion to change a child custody order please contact your family evaluator at the FOC.
Typically in cases where there is joint legal custody, a parent cannot change a child’s legal residence to a location that is more than 100 miles without approval from the Court.
A parent does not have to ask a judge approve moving over 100 miles if:
- The other parent agrees to the move.
- The parents were already living 100 miles apart when the complaint was filed.
- The move brings the child(ren) closer to both parents homes before the move.
If the custodial parent wants to move the child to another state, even if it is closer than 100 miles from the other parent’s residence, the judge must approve the move. If the parents agree, the FOC, or an attorney can prepare an order.
The order should state:
- The address where the child will reside.
- Any changes in parenting time or transportation made necessary by the move.
If the parents don’t agree, the parent who wants to move must file a motion, asking the judge to approve the move. The motion should state the reason why the parent is asking to move and how the move would be in the child’s best interests. The judge may ask the FOC to evaluate the request and make a recommendation. If the parties do not agree to the recommendation, they may request a hearing on the issue.
The FOC enforces orders for legal custody, physical custody, and orders for parenting time. If you are requesting enforcement or your order, you must write to your family evaluator and state why you think there is a violation of your order. In most instances, the FOC will then schedule a hearing. The hearing may be in front of the referee or the court.
District Court Traffic
A hearing conducted by a District Court Magistrate involving the police officer, the defendant and any witnesses, held without a prosecutor or defense attorney. The determination may be appealed to a formal hearing.
A hearing conducted by a District Court Judge involving the police officer, defendant, and all witnesses. Defendant may be represented by an attorney, and a prosecutor most be present.
Notify the court in person, in writing or by phone, that you are denying responsibility and specify if you wish to have an informal or formal hearing. The court will try to accommodate reasonable requests for hearing dates/times. Provide the court of your correct mailing address, and phone number where you can be reached between 8:00 a.m. through 5:00 p.m.
Requests for informal or formal hearings must be received 3-14 days from the date the ticket was issued. Failure to make a timely request for a hearing will result in entry of a default judgment against the defendant.
Points cannot be reduced eliminated by the Court, they are set by statute. If you are eligible, the Secretary of State may send you a letter regarding an online class to eliminate the points from your driving record.
Do not web search for the website, there a few imposter websites. If eligible, you will receive the letter from SOS.
Visit this website to learn more: https://www.michigan.gov/sos/license-id/road-to-restoration
Dog Licensing
- It is Michigan Law that every dog is licensed
- It tells everyone that your dog is updated on its rabies vaccination.
- It enables Animal control officers to return your dog quickly if found.
- If your dog is found and is wearing the license tag, your owner information can be obtained from our website for the fast, safe return of your pet.
All dogs must be licensed at:
- Four months of age, or
- Within 30 days of acquisition, or
- Within 30 days of new residency in Midland County
*A license is required even when the dog is always kept indoors or on a farm*
Yes, it is Michigan law that requires all dogs to get licensed. A dog license is the only ID that can be traced quickly by animal control officers.
Yes, Michigan law requires all dogs four (4)months of age and older to be licensed.
Yes, your dog needs to be licensed in the county that it resides. The license must be purchased within 30 days of residency. If your dog’s license is currently valid you can bring the current license and paperwork to the Office of the Midland County Treasurer and we may be able to replace it for free.
You can call our office at (989) 832-6850 and we will replace it free of charge.
If you currently have a one year license it will expire the same MONTH of your dog’s rabies vaccination. If you currently have a three year license it will expire with your dog’s rabies vaccination. On the current license it will say the year that the tag will expire.
Both dogs rabies may not expire in the same month. Licenses expire by the month the rabies expire and the year on their current tag.
We may have printed the renewal notice before you renewed your dog’s license at the vet.
You can call our office at (989) 832-6850.
No. Licenses are not able to be transferred to a different dog. Since we go by the rabies vaccination month, the dog’s rabies dates will be different.
No. Whenever the ownership or possession of any dog is permanently transferred from one person to another within the same county, the license of the dog can likewise be transferred. Please contact the Treasurer’s office at (989) 832-6850 so we can update our records.
- First you must contact your local unit of government zoning official to obtain information on the zoning and building requirements.
- Second, contact the Animal Control Officer at (989) 832-6856.
Yes, service dogs are required to have a license. We will license them free of charge if you come into the Office of the Midland County Treasurer and show proof that the dog is an active service dog. Examples of acceptable proof would be the service dog contract, a certified service dog card, or the identification badge issued by Paws with a Cause or other certified service dog agency.
In order to get a dog”s license without getting a rabies shot we would need to see a letter from the veterinarian as to why the dog cannot get a rabies shot.
Yes. Please contact the Office of the Midland County Treasurer at (989) 832-6850.
Yes, Michigan law requires that does wear their tag at all times, except when the dog is engaged in lawful hunting accompanied by its owner or custodian.
You can make the check out to “Midland County Treasurer”
You may purchase a 3 year dog license if you purchase the license in the same month your dog receives his/her 3 year rabies vaccination.
Yes, If the license is not purchased by the end of the month the rabies expires, you will be charged an additional $20.00 per dog. Please see the fee schedule for current prices.
You could receive a citation and a fine up to $200.
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Common Questions About CSHCS
Eligibility is determined by medical condition, citizenship, residency and age.
There are over 3,500 medical diagnoses that CSHCS may cover which include, but are not limited to:
- cerebral palsy
- sensorineural hearing loss
- asthma (moderate, persistent, or severe)
- diabetes
- epilepsy
- respiratory distress syndrome
- certain heart conditions
- cleft lip and palate
- congenital quadriplegia
- anomalies of skull/face bones
- cancer
- …and many more
CSHCS covers persons up to 26 years of age; the age limit is waived for individuals with certain blood clotting disorders, cystic fibrosis, or sickle cell disease (diagnosis of these conditions will result in lifelong CSHCS coverage eligibility).
There is a fee to join CSHCS that is based on income and family size. The fee is waived if the individual has Medicaid or MI Child coverage. The local health department can explain what CSHCS is likely to cover to determine if this fee to join will be beneficial.
CSHCS covers services related to the child’s diagnosis.
CSHCS may be able to help with:
- Paying specialty medical bills
- Specialized equipment (wheelchairs, orthotics, etc.)
- Medications
- Coordination of services and assistance with finding community resources
- Travel and lodging expenses relating to treatment and care
- Covering co-pays and deductibles from private insurance
CSHCS does NOT cover:
- Primary care (family physician or pediatrician visits)
- Well-child care
- Developmental delays
- Emotional, behavioral, or other mental health diagnosis (like autism and ADHD)
- Incontinence supplies (may be a Medicaid benefit)
Contact the CSHCS Team at the Midland County Department of Public Health at (989) 832-6673.
You can also call the CSHCS Family Phone Line at 1-800-359-3722.
A CSHCS Plan of Care is a client centered plan which allows the CSHCS team and the family to communicate and organize the short and long term goals of the client. As the client's needs are met or a new need is noticed, the Plan of Care is updated.
Our goal is for each of our clients/families to have a yearly visit with one of our nurses or social worker. This meeting will be an opportunity to:
- Review your child’s medical, educational, social and transitional needs
- Provide updates on the benefits available to your child as well as your family
- Discuss any needs your child may have in regards to obtaining medical supplies, medications, therapies, transportation assistance and mileage reimbursement
- Discuss any needs your family has and assist in locating resources.
CSHCS can cover eligible individuals until the day before their 26th birthday (with the exception of persons with certain blood clotting disorders, cystic fibrosis, or sickle cell disease- diagnosis of these conditions will result in lifelong CSHCS coverage eligibility).
A CSHCS nurse or social worker will help you and your child through the transition process. If you have not had a Plan of Care with your nurse or social worker within 6 months of turning 18 or 26, please call to schedule so we can better assist with any questions or concerns you may have regarding this transition.
Additional information can be found using the links below:
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Common Questions About Hearing & Vision Screening
Children must be screened for both hearing and vision at least once between the ages of 3 and 5 before they enter Kindergarten.
The hearing and vision screening is required by the Michigan Public Health Code.
Hearing and Vision Screening Clinics are provided by the Health Department in the Spring and early September by appointment only.
If your child has been previously screened at the Health Department or at their preschool please call (989) 832-6673 to obtain a copy of their record.
Trained technicians screen children in grade schools for hearing and vision.
- Hearing is screened during kindergarten, 2nd grade, and 4th grade.
- Vision is screened in 1st grade, 3rd grade, 5th grade, 7th grade, and 9th grade.
- Your child can be screened for hearing and vision in any grade by parent or teacher request.
If your child is homeschooled, you can make an appointment for a hearing and vision screening at the Health Department.
Your child may be having hearing challenges if he/she:
• Has a history of ear infections or drainage
• Listens to music, video games, or TV at loud volumes
• Misunderstands or often asks to have things repeated
If you have any concerns about your child's hearing, please contact us for a screening.
The earlier a problem is identified, the sooner it may be corrected and permanent damage may be prevented.
Your child may be having vision challenges if he/she:
• Squints or tilts their head to see
• Has an eye that crosses or wanders when they are ill or tired
• Holds object close to their eyes
If you have any concerns about your child's vision, please contact us for a screening.
The earlier a problem is identified, the sooner it may be corrected and permanent damage may be prevented.
Any child who does not pass the initial and/or rescreen is referred for further medical evaluation by a doctor or medical professional.
- A referral letter and physician fax form will be sent home.
- Please take the physician fax form to your child's appointment.
- Your doctor’s office will fax results back to the Health Department.
- We are required to follow up with you regarding the outcome of your child’s exam by the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services.
- You can also call us with your child’s results.
- Contacting us with your child’s results allows us to close your child’s hearing or vision record.
- We always send reminder letters when we do not receive follow up after a referral.
Any child who does not pass the initial and/or rescreen is referred for further medical evaluation by a doctor or medical professional.
We always send reminder letters when we do not receive follow up after a referral.
Contacting us with your child’s results allows us to close your child’s hearing or vision record.
Take Cover
To receive free condoms from the Take Cover program, please complete the mail order form here or visit any of the locations below. Mail orders are sent right to you in discreet packaging.
- Midland County Health Department, 220 W. Ellsworth, Midland, MI
- Midland Express Urgent and Family Care, 600 Cambridge St., Midland, MI 48642
- MidMichigan Obstetrics & Gynecology, 3016 W. Wackerly St., Midland, MI 48640
- Espresso Milano, 137 Ashman St., Midland, MI 48642
- New Hope Urgent Care of Midland, 728 W. Wackerly St. Ste 101 Midland, MI 48640
- Bay County Health Department, 1200 Washington Ave., Bay City, MI 48708
- Bay Community Health Clinic, 1200 Washington Ave., Bay City, MI 48708
- Blackball Tattoo, 3126 Jefferson Ave., Midland, MI 48640
- 702 Bar, 702 Jefferson Ave., Midland, MI 48640
- Proper Taco, 139 Ashman St., Midland, MI 48640
- Pro-Health Urgent Care Midland, 111 E. Wackerly St. Ste D, Midland, MI 48642
How to Start a Case
A divorce action is started by filing a Summons and Complaint. Though hiring an attorney is usually advisable, you may represent yourself in a divorce action.
The county clerk's office has forms available that will let you file for a divorce on your own.
In cases where the parents are not married, but a child has been acknowledged, either parent may seek to establish a family support order. In cases where the parties are not married, and a child has not been acknowledged, a parent may seek to establish a paternity order. Generally, family support and paternity actions are referred by the Department of Human Services to the Prosecuting Attorney’s office. This occurs regardless of whether or not a parent receives public assistance. If parents wish to file an action on their own, they may do so. Usually one or both parents are represented by an attorney.
It does not make a difference if you or your children receive public assistance, anyone may ask the state to open a child support case on their behalf. You can apply for child support services through the Department of Human Services (DHS). You can print, complete and mail the IV-D Child Support Services Application/Referral - DHS-1201 form.
Note: The child support program does NOT provide legal advice. Consult a private attorney or legal source to obtain these services.
If you or your children currently receive public assistance or have received assistance in the past, you should already have a child support case. If you have not received a letter from the Office of Child Support within three months of your public assistance case opening, please call 1-866-540-0008.
Once DHS has collected all the information necessary, they will send a referral to the Prosecuting Attorney's Office (PAO) to start a case. The issues of custody and parenting time will be addressed at the initial child support hearing.
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Uniform Interstate Family Support Act (UIFSA)
UIFSA assists states in dealing with cases where a party or source of income is in another state. Under UIFSA, only one state has the right to establish or modify support. This right can be given to another state only if certain conditions are met (such as both parents and the children move out of the state that entered the original order).
If you know that the support payer in your case has moved to another state, contact the FOC to determine whether you can obtain assistance under UIFSA. Some of the procedures available under UIFSA follow:
Interstate Income Withholding
This process allows the FOC to send a notice directly to an employer in another state, requiring the employer to deduct child support and send it to the FOC. If the employer fails to withhold the support, the income withholding order can be registered in the other state. The other state can then assist in getting the employer to withhold the support.
Registration of the Michigan Court Order for Enforcement
Registration for enforcement allows another state to take the Michigan order and enforce the full amount of support as if it were that state's own order.
Registration for Modification
When Michigan or another state no longer has jurisdiction to modify the support order (e.g., neither party or the child lives in the state that issued the order), and the order needs modification, the order may be registered in the state where the other party lives.
If you receive public assistance in Michigan, a referral will be sent to the FOC to request a redirection of your support from the other state to Michigan.
The other state will send payments to the Michigan State Disbursement Unit (MISDU) to be forwarded on to you.
If you have a support order in another state and want it enforced, you can ask the FOC for help. The FOC can request the other state to enforce their order and redirect the payments to Michigan through the Michigan State Disbursement Unit (MISDU). You will need to obtain three certified copies of your order(s) and a financial history from the other state. You must also complete a General Testimony, a Uniform Support Petition and a request for IV-D services.
UIFSA law does not cover parenting time or custody issues. These issues fall under the Uniform Child Custody Jurisidiction and Enforcement Act (UCCJEA). The FOC cannot assist parties will these issues. You may wish to contact an attorney.
When an order is registered in another state for enforcement, that state will enforce collection of support through all remedies available to them. If a hearing is required because payments are not being made, it would be scheduled in that state.
The other state will communicate with the FOC Interstate worker regarding enforcement matters. You may contact the FOC if you have questions about the status of enforcement.
If neither party resides in the State of Michigan, the Office of Friend of the Court cannot jurisdictionally proceed with a review unless we receive a letter of consent signed by both parties stipulating that we may proceed.
If consent cannot be obtained, you may contact the IV-D child support agency in your State of residence and request a review of child support. They will process your request to the child support agency where the other parent resides, and a review will take place there.
If you have a support order in another state and would like it modified, you will need to complete the General Testimony and Uniform Support Petition. The FOC will send your request for modification to the state in which the other party resides. The modification will take place in the state of the non-requesting party.
Medical Support
Medical includes necessary treatment for services, equipment, medicine, and/or preventive care for a child. Typical medical expenses include such things as visual exams, glasses, dental bills (including braces), counseling, psychological treatment, and visits to a doctor.
Medical expenses also include co-payments and deductibles, and uninsured medical-related costs for all children as listed in the support order.
Routine remedial care costs for children (e.g., first-aid supplies, cough syrup, and vitamins) do not qualify as medical expenses.
Under the Michigan Child Support Formula, it is presumed that a custodial parent will spend a minimal amount per year on out of pocket medical expenses. When support is calculated, this amount is apportioned between the parents and the payer of support is ordered to pay a monthly amount of medical support.
If the child(ren) receive Medicaid from the Michigan Department of Human Services, the medical support collected will be sent to the State of Michigan.
Ordinary medical expenses (OME) are of out-of-pocket expenses. Your order will show the yearly amount set as OME. This is the amount the custodial parent must pay out of pocket every year before asking the FOC to enforce on medical bills.
Extraordinary medical expenses are out-of-pocket medical bills that are greater than the yearly ordinary medical expenses ordered.
A party to a case that has extraordinary out-of-pocket medical bills may request reimbursement of the bills based on the court-ordered percentages.
The child support order shows each parent’s percentage.
Before asking for reimbursement of out of pocket medical bills, the custodian must provide proof they have spent more than the ordered annual ordinary medical (OME). The person that pays medical support does not have to provide proof of spending any yearly amounts.
When a party to the case requests reimbursement of out of pocket medical bills, they must first notify the other person by sending them the completed and signed Request for Health Care Expense (FOC 13) form and provide copies of all bills and all explanation of benefits received by the insurance company.
All bills must have the following information:
- the name of the child(ren) receiving service;
- the name and address of the health care provider;
- the date service;
- the nature of the service(s) provided;
- the cost of the service.
Original bills or copies of the bills must be submitted. Statements and/or creditor notices cannot be used. If the child(ren) is covered by insurance, a copy of the explanation of benefits from the insurance company must also be attached.
Request for payment must first be sent to the other party within 28 days of either:
- receipt of the explanation of benefits from the insurance company
- or if no insurance, within 28 days from the date of service
Keep a copy of the completed form and all the papers sent to the other party for your records.
The other parent must send the payment directly to you within 30 days from the date of your request or arrange a direct payment plan with you.
If they do not respond to you after 30 days, you may ask the FOC to enforce reimbursement.
When asking the FOC to enforce, you must fill out the Complaint for Enforcement of Health Care Expenses Payment (FOC13a) form. You must also include a copy of the form and all the copies you sent to the other parent.
The FOC will review the forms and the bills. If they are not correct or are incomplete, the FOC will return them to you.
The FOC cannot enforce medical bills that are older than one (1) year from the original date of service.
The FOC will determine how the bills will be repaid and send notice to the parties. If a party does not agree with the FOC determination, they may file an objection. Objections must be sent to the FOC within 21 days.
One or both parents may have to provide insurance for the child(ren). Your court order will state who is to carry the health care insurance. It must be available at a reasonable cost.
Reasonable cost for each parent is stated in the child support order. Reasonable cost is not to be more than 5% of gross income.
A National Medical Support Notice may be sent to your employer asking if insurance is available at a reasonable cost. If your employer offers insurance at a reasonable cost they are to enroll the child(ren). If you have insurance for the child(ren) not through your employer, you must send a photocopy of the insurance card with coverage information to FOC.
Opt Out - Opt In
Michigan law requires the FOC to open and maintain a case for each domestic relations matter, unless the parties opt out of the FOC system. When parties opt out, they assume full responsibility for the administration and enforcement of the court's orders, and the FOC may no longer be involved.
Midland County Friend of the Court Opt Out Policy
For New Cases (and cases less than twelve months old):
Following MCL 552.505a, if both parties wish to refuse or opt out of Friend of the Court (FOC) services, a motion must be filed with an attached Advice of Rights form (SCAO FOC form 101) that is signed by both parties. Motions will be reviewed by the FOC office. If they meet the criteria, they will be automatically approved and an opt-out order will be entered by the FOC without necessity of a hearing. If the criteria is not met, or if more information is needed, the FOC will schedule a hearing before the referee. Under MCL 552.505a, the request to opt out will be denied if: (1) either party has ever received public assistance, (2) there is domestic violence or an unequal bargaining position, or (3) the court finds that declining FOC services is not in the best interests of the child.
For Post-judgment Cases (or cases over twelve months old):
If both parties wish to opt out of Friend of the Court (FOC) services, a motion must be filed with an attached Advice of Rights form (SCAO FOC form 101) that is signed by both parties. Motions will be reviewed by the FOC office. If they meet the criteria, the FOC will enter an opt-out order administratively. If the criteria is not met, or if more information is needed, the FOC will notice a referee hearing. Under MCL 552.505a, the motion to opt out will be denied if: (1) either party receives public assistance or requests FOC services, (2) there is domestic violence or an unequal bargaining position, (3) opting out would not be in the child’s best interests, (4) money is due to the governmental agency due to past public assistance, (5) that in the last 12 months there has been an arrearage or violation of custody or parenting time order, or (6) either party has re-opened a FOC case in the last 12 months.
Other Considerations
If there is a UCSO in an opt out case, the parties should file with the Court Clerk a FOC Form 10a/52a “Uniform Child Support Services No FOC Services.”
Parties who have opted out of FOC services may change their minds. If either party requests services from the FOC, or applies for public assistance, the FOC is required to re-open the case.
Friend of the Court Policy - Opting Back into the FOC
Either party may opt back into the FOC by filing FOC form 104 “Request to Reopen FOC Case” or by submitting a letter requesting the same. The request must be sent to the FOC and a copy must be served on the other party. Additionally, the party making the request must complete an Application for IV-D Child Support Services and return it to the Midland County FOC Office. Once a FOC case is reopened, the FOC will enforce child support, custody, and parenting time orders from the date the parties opt back in. (Child support arrearages accrued during an opt out period will not be enforced by the FOC, nor will denied parenting time that occurred during an opt out be enforced.) Child support may be reviewed if the parties opt in without a Uniform Child Support Order (UCSO) on file, or if they opt in and the UCSO on file is an opt out UCSO.
Instructions for Opting Back into the FOC/Reopening a FOC case
The following must be completed to begin the process of reopening a closed Friend of the Court Case:
Request to Reopen Friend of the Court Case (SCAO form FOC 104)
Application for IV-D Child Support Services (DHS 1201D form)
Steps for reopening a closed Friend of the Court Case:
- Complete a Request to Reopen Friend of the Court Case form, or a letter requesting that your case be reopened, and file it with the Midland County Circuit Court Clerk.
- Complete the Application for IV-D Child Support Services and return it to the Midland County Friend of the Court.
- Serve the other party with your request to reopen your Friend of the Court case form.
- File a Certificate of Mailing or Proof of Service with the Midland County Circuit Court Clerk.
-Upon completion of the above steps, the Friend of the Court case will be reopened. The Friend of the Court will immediately begin enforcing the terms of the last child support order. The Friend of the Court will NOT enforce past due support during the period of time that the parties opted out of the Friend of the Court services, unless specifically ordered to do so by the Court or otherwise required by the law.
-The Friend of the Court may initiate a child support review if necessary.
-If either party believes a new child support order is necessary, either party may file a Motion with the Court.
If there is a dispute about support payments made during the time the case was not an FOC case, the parties must ask the circuit court to resolve the dispute.
Parenting Time
Please note, The Midland County Co-Parenting Plan was implemented in 1997 and has been revised through the years. Each court order has a specific parenting plan.
Quick links to the Midland County Parenting Plans are available below:
- Midland County Co-Parenting Plan rev 10-13
- Midland County Shared Holiday Parenting Plan rev 10-08
- Midland County Co-Parenting Plan rev 2-10
- Midland County Co-Parenting Plan rev 6-10
- Midland County Co-Parenting Plan rev 11-12
The parenting plan that applies to your case is based on your current parenting time order. If you do not see the parenting plan applicable to your case, please contact the Friend of the Court office.
If both parents agree to change their parenting-time arrangement, they may sign an agreement to that effect and submit it to the FOC. The FOC will prepare the agreement into an order for the judge to sign. Even though the parties have agreed to a change, the current order remains in effect until the judge signs a new order and it is filed with the court clerk.
If both parents do not agree to change the parenting-time arrangement, either party may file a motion to change the parenting-time order. The FOC office has printed forms and instructions for filing this type of motion. You will need to file a Motion Regarding Parenting Time FOC 65 or the Response to Motion Regarding Parenting Time FOC 66.
Parties may want to hire an attorney to assist with the motion.
The FOC will enforce parenting time orders. When parents cannot resolve problems regarding parenting time, the FOC office can help parents reach an agreement, and if appropriate, take action to enforce the court order.
If you are requesting enforcement of your order, you must write to your family evaluator and state why there is a violation of a parenting time order. The FOC office will schedule a hearing based on the written complaint.
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Register of Deeds
No, the Register of Deeds office does not prepare any legal documents, nor do we give legal advice. If you need assistance, please contact an attorney or title company.
Court documents must be certified by the court to be recorded. Death certificates must be certified by the Clerk’s office.
The standard recording fee as of October 1, 2016 is $30.00. This recording fee is for any type of document with any number of pages. See MCL 600.2567
$5.00 for a tax certificate on warranty deeds and land contracts and the appropriate State and County transfer tax revenue on the sale amount. For more information see our page about Transfer Tax Information and our Recording Information page for fees.
No, not in the Register of Deeds office. It would be a conflict of interest for us to notarize the documents we record.
However, the County Clerk’s office, which is next to our office in the County Services Building, has one available for a small fee.
We accept cash, checks written payable to: Register of Deeds, and we can accept credit or debit cards in our office at our counter, which will have a small fee added by the credit card handling company (generally $1.50)
Our records are Grantor/Grantee indexes by name and year. The records are accessible in book, microfilm and computer image media. We have records from 1855 to present. Midland County was established in 1855. Our records in the office are in books, microfilm and scanned images. From 1968 to present, the records have been scanned and indexed into our computer system. The index for records from 1958 to 1968 are available on an Adobe search format in our Online Record Search System. The index to records prior to 1958 are available on Simple Search, which is a searching choice online. These records and all prior records are available by book and microfilm. We have an ongoing back-indexing project in progress and further records with be available online as this work is completed. Providing easier, more complete online searching is our goal. Our online images are available through 1950 (Liber 183 3/18/1949). Misc book images available online for Misc 76-91.
Anyone can get a copy of any document recorded in our office, They are public records.
No. State statutes require us to have a Certified-raised seal-copy from the court in order to record.
The purpose of recording a documents is to make a public record of the transaction. Anyone can research these records to identify property, ownership and liens places against property.
Only if your property has been surveyed and then recorded.
Copies are $1 per page
To certify a recorded document is $5 plus additional $1 per page of the document.
Yes, Midland County accepts & records e-recording of real estate documents including those requiring tax certification for qualified submitters. However we do not except those that require raised court seal or death certificates. Please contact Simplifile (800) 460-5657 or EPN (888) 325-3365.
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Unpaid Real Estate Property Taxes
Yes. P.A. 123 of 1999 as amended, changed the property tax revision process. Tax years remaining unpaid for two years will be foreclosed and the property will be sold to the highest bidder.
You will need to notify the assessor and treasurer where the property is located. You will need to notify the county treasurer if there are delinquent taxes due on the parcel. Whether or not you have an escrow account to pay your property taxes, you should always make sure that the taxes are paid. Check your monthly mortgage statement for expenditures from your escrow account.
No. Failure to receive a tax bill will not waive delinquent fees. That is the law. If you do not get a tax bill, contact your city, township or village treasurer where the property is located. Even if your taxes are paid by a mortgage escrow account, you should receive a copy of the tax bill.
No. The payment is stamped received the day the payment is received into the office.
Partial payments of $10.00 or more are accepted. We also accept major credit cards, for an additional fee.
The county treasurer has a night payment drop box located on the Ellsworth side of the Midland County Services Building. Please do not put cash into the night drop box.
You will be charged a minimum of $25.00. If the check is not made good in 5 days, the check will be forwarded to the Midland County Prosecutor for possible further legal action.
Yes. You can contact the Midland County Department of Human Services, 211, local churches, Midland Area Homes, and help agencies to see if they will help with funds to pay the taxes. You can also request a County Hardship . The County Treasurer will work with all property owners to help get their taxes paid and avoid final foreclosure.
On March 1, the first day of delinquency, the County Treasurer adds to the base tax 4% administration fee and 1% interest. Beginning in April, and each and every month thereafter the County Treasurer will add an additional 1% interest. In October a $15.00 certified mailing fee will be assessed. If the taxes remain unpaid on the succeeding March 1, the County Treasurer will forfeit the parcel and add $175, recording fees, posting fees, and an additional .5% interest for each prior 12 months. Costs will continue to accrue during the next 12 months. If the total of the taxes, interest and fees are not paid by the March 31st following the judgement of foreclosure, the parcel will be foreclosed and offered for public auction sale. If you are an occupant of foreclosed property you will immediately be ordered to vacate the property or face forced eviction.
Yes, if they ask or request to view your property information. Information concerning property assessment and taxes is public information.
The PA 123 Foreclosed Property Auction Procedures page will explain the procedures, how to bid and when the sales will be held.
Not yet. Again, if you do not pay the total of taxes, interest and fees due by the March 31st after a foreclosure judgment is entered on the property you will lose your ownership interest in the parcel. If the parcel is foreclosed it will be sold at public auction.
Your property was uncapped according to the requirements of Proposal A. In 1994, under Proposal A, all property taxable value was capped. This means that the taxable (capped) value can only increase by the percent of the Consumers Price Index to a maximum of 5% each year. When the property ownership is transferred the taxable value is "uncapped" and the assessor will place a new taxable value on the parcel. After that transfer of ownership, the property is once again "capped" until the next transfer of ownership. It is wise when looking to purchase property that the potential buyer view the State Equalized Value on the parcel. The S.E.V. will give the buyer a ballpark estimate of the figure that the taxes will be based on the year following the sale.
Take the time to know when tax bills are due and to whom they are payable. Do not assume that the seller will pay the taxes in the year of sale. The buyer normally pays these taxes.
Do not send a check in the mail and assume that the check reached the treasurer. Do not sit back if you do not get a summer and/or winter tax bill. Call the city, township or village treasurer where the property is located and request to be sent a new bill. At the same time, check to make sure the treasurer has your correct mailing address. If you believe your taxes are assessed incorrectly, call the assessor and ask for an explanation. If not satisfied, go to the March Board of Review and appeal the assessment. If you are claiming a Principal Residence Exemption make sure it is correct. If you are not sure if your property qualifies for a Principal Residence Exemption or qualified agriculture exemption, ask your assessor.
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Water Well FAQ
To apply for a well permit, you must submit a completed & signed permit application, and payment.
The permit application must include:
- The permit application form: permit application
- Complete Box 1
- Complete Box 2
- Complete Site Plan (2nd page of permit application)
- Midland County GIS Interactive Map can be used as a reference for sketching the site plan.
- Ensure bottom of site plan/page 2 is signed.
- FOR NEW CONSTRUCTION: Documentation of permanent street address (tax bill, township address form, etc.)
The permit application can be submitted in the following ways:
E-mail:
Note: Do not e-mail a photo of permit application taken with cellular phone. The quality is not adequate to process.
Fax:
989-486-9065
In-person:
Midland County Services Building
220 W. Ellsworth St.- 2nd Floor, Room 289
Midland, MI 48640
Payment for the permit application can be submitted in the following ways:
Online:
In-Person:
Midland County Services Building
220 W. Ellsworth St.- 2nd Floor, Room 289
Midland, MI 48640
By Mail:
Midland County Department of Public Health
Environmental Health Services Division
220 W. Ellsworth St.
Midland, MI 48640
Once the application and payment are submitted, a Sanitarian will review. You will be notified of the outcome of the review.
Well construction may begin ONLY after the permit has been approved.
You have one year (12 months) from the time your permit is issued to complete construction.
If construction is not completed within one year (12 months) from permit issuance, a new permit application must be completed.
A well permit is not transferable from location to location or from person to person.
Once the well has been installed and all chlorine is absent from the water the Sanitarian for your area must be contacted to schedule an inspection.
Typical inspections include:
- The well head and pressure tank will be inspected.
- The property will be inspected to verify proper isolation distances have been maintained.
- A bacteriological test and a partial chemical test will be taken to assess water quality.
Local Certified Bacteria Testing Labs:
Midland Water Treatment Plan
2607 Bay City Rd
Midland, MI 48640
989-837-3515
Raven Analytical Laboratory, LLC
210 Arrow Cove
Midland, MI 48642
989-495-0454
A full final approval form will be sent to you when the following conditions are met:
- The well meets all conditions of Part 127 rules.
- All conditions of the well permit have been met, including:
- Submittal of the well log and pump record by the well driller
- Safe water sample results from water samples submitted by the property owner.
Once these conditions are met, the Final Approval will be forwarded to the appropriate building department.
The building department must have this Certificate of Approval on file before they will issue their Certificate of Occupancy.
Complete the form: Water Tests Only - Mortgage Evaluation
Request can be submitted in the following ways:
E-mail:
Fax:
989-486-9065
In-person:
Midland County Services Building
220 W. Ellsworth St.
Midland, MI 48640
2nd Floor, Room 289
Payment can be submitted in the following ways:
Online:
In-Person:
Midland County Services Building
220 W. Ellsworth St.
Midland, MI 48640
2nd Floor, Room 289
By Mail:
Midland County Department of Public Health
Environmental Health Services Division
220 W. Ellsworth St.
Midland, MI 48640
How to reach us:
Hearing and Vision
Midland County Services Building
220 West Ellsworth Street
Second Floor
Midland, MI 48640
Hours:
Monday - Friday (8 am - 5 pm)
Closed for lunch (12pm - 1 pm)
Phone: (989) 832-6673
Fax: (989) 486-9065
How to reach us:
Hearing and Vision
Midland County Services Building
220 West Ellsworth Street
Second Floor
Midland, MI 48640
Hours:
Monday - Friday (8 am - 5 pm)
Closed for lunch (12pm - 1 pm)
Phone: (989) 832-6673
Fax: (989) 486-9065