Norvell Township

OFFICIALS & PERSONNEL

ELECTED OFFICIALS

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SUPERVISOR

Bill Sutherland

bsutherland@norvelltwp-mi.gov

(517) 536-4370 ext. 107

On behalf of everyone here in our office, welcome to Norvell Township! My name is Bill Sutherland, the Township Supervisor. I am responsible for monitoring the overall operations of the Township and its departments. Some of my specific duties include setting agendas, chairing Board meetings, developing the Township budget, tax assessment administration, Secretary to the Board of Review, appointing members to the Planning Commission.

I have lived in Norvell Township since 2008. I am a graduate of Columbia Central High School. My wife was born and raised in the Township and her family have been lifelong residents. I love living in the Township and want to do what I can to preserve the character.

I am available to all residents and interested parties to discuss and address concerns on Township issues, plans, questions, problems, and complaints. I am also available to work with other municipalities and levels of government for the benefit of Norvell Township and its surrounding communities. Please contact me or any of our other Township officials and staff should you have a need for assistance on any matter pertaining to Norvell Township.

CLERK, SEXTON, ELECTIONS, FOIA COORDINATOR

Dan Goerke

clerk@norvelltwp-mi.gov.

(517) 536-4370 ext. 102

Clerk’s Office

My name is Dan Goerke, the newly elected Clerk of Norvell Township. I have lived in the Township for about 4 years. I grew up in the downriver area of suburban Detroit and was in the army for many years.

The idea of public service is important to me. When I found out that position of Clerk would become available, I decided to seek the office.

I have a degree in accounting and have worked in that field for about 10 years. Thus, I have a good handle on how to do accounting, which is a large part of the Clerk’s responsibilities.

Working the August election was a helpful to learn how they are run.  I look forward to expanding my knowledge and becoming proficient running township elections smoothly.

Some of my personal attributes include:

  • I am ridiculously honest
  • I try to be hardworking
  • I am very frugal and will work to ensure that the township spends taxpayer money wisely
  • I will do my best to fulfill all reasonable requests of residents
  • I am pretty good at explaining things to people, but I am not able to do the impossible

 

TREASURER

Deserre Sauers

dsauers@norvelltwp-mi.gov

(517) 536-4370 Ext. 104

Besides being here to serve with the Board, I am here to serve you in the capacity of payment of your current tax bills and sewer bills. Questions related to values of your property can be addressed to the the Assessors office here or at Jackson County Equalization.

We do accept credit card payments through an outside source for a nominal fee. Just click on the coordinating link on this website.

TRUSTEE

Andrew Haystead

ahaystead@norvelltwp-mi.gov

(517) 536-4370

First off it is an honor to represent the people of Norvell Township. I grew up in Norvell, attended Napoleon Schools, and my wife and I are now raising our 4 children on my family’s farm. Between farming and now being a trustee for Norvell Township, I also help coach the Napoleon shooting sports teams at the Napoleon Middle and High School.

I will strive to help make the township the best it can be and encourage others to get involved and voice your concerns or problems.

TRUSTEE

Paul Francis

pfrancis@norvelltwp-mi.gov

(419) 297-4519

I was appointed to the Norvell Township Board on September 13, 2023 to fill an unexpired term, which will end in November of 2024. I served on the Bedford Township Board in Monroe County for sixteen years, first as trustee for 8 years, then as treasurer for 8 years. prior to moving to Norvell Township. My goal as your trustee is to serve all of the residents of Norvell Township, fairly and equally, to the best of my ability. Please feel free to contact me either by phone or email if you have any questions or concerns.

ADDITIONAL TOWNSHIP PERSONNEL

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Statutory Support Staff

DEPUTY CLERK

Garnet Francis

gfrancis@norvelltwp-mi.gov

(517) 536-4370 Ext. 103

DEPUTY TREASURER

Garnet Francis

deptreasurer@norvelltwp-mi.gov

(517) 536-4370 Ext. 105

Administrative Support Staff

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT/PERMITTING CLERK

Janice Corwin

permitadmin@norvelltwp-mi.gov

(517) 536-4370 Ext. 101

Inspectors

BUILDING INSPECTOR

Marty Taylor

(517) 425-4886

ELECTRICAL INSPECTOR

Mark Fish

(517) 206-6551

PLUMBING INSPECTOR

Tom Trudeau

(517) 206-9005

MECHINCAL INSPECTOR

Jim Weich

(517) 937-2813