Maple Valley Township - Montcalm Co

09/07/2026

There is still time to let your voice be heard!! Please take 5-7 minutes to fill out the Parks & Recreation Survey for our township. This is a 5 year plan that we can use (and is required for some grants) to apply for grant money to improve our parks & cemeteries. If you know someone who would rather have a paper copy those are available upon request. Contact the MVT Office 231-354-6774 or email [email protected]

Maple Valley Township is currently in the process of updating its Parks and Recreation Plan. This five year plan is necessary to apply for grants from the Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund for land acquisition or the development/improvement of parks/facilities. This survey is used to determine r...

09/02/2026

08/31/2026

08/27/2026

THE MVT OFFICE WILL BE CLOSED 🚫 FRIDAY, AUGUST 28TH🚫

08/27/2026

Leadership in townships rarely comes with fanfare. There are no headlines for late-night calls returned to residents, no awards for board meetings that stretch toward midnight, and no public recognition for the countless decisions made each and every day. But local leadership is about presence, consistency & care. When practiced with intention, even the smallest acts can ripple outward, shaping communities in ways far greater than their size.

What does that ripple look like? Our August Township Focus cover story, "The leadership ripple: Small stones, big waves," takes a closer look at the everyday choices, moments & acts of courage that define local leadership. Inside, you'll find five "stones" leaders can drop into their communities, along with real-life examples of how those actions can grow into something much bigger.

(Bonus! Candidates in MTA's Township Governance Academy can earn elective credits by completing the self-assessment with this continuing education article.)

🔗 Dive into the cover story now:https://michigantownships.org/wp-content/uploads//August-2026-Township-Focus.pdf