Frequently Asked Questions

The Township has contracted with Vander Veen Excavating, a subcontractor for RCKC, to remove tree debris (trees, branches, stumps) located in the road right-of-way (33' from the centerline of the road). Vander Veen was selected by Kalamazoo County through a competitive bid process and has extended their pre-negotiated pricing for cleanup efforts.

A designated Cleanup Zone has been established that includes parcels located between Q Avenue and R Avenue, from 10^th Street to 12^th Street, as well as parcels on Alidor and Phiant. You can view an interactive map at Texas Township - Tornado Recovery Informational Map (Colony Woods & Surrounding Area) (arcgis.com).

We encourage households within this zone to move tree debris in their yards to the curb for collection. Please do not pile debris in the road as we want to ensure our roadways remain open for vehicular traffic and emergency services. The Township will not be removing tree debris in private yards.

Round 1 Cleanup: Completed June 3 - 11, 2024

Round 2 Cleanup: Exact Dates are Forthcoming - Anticipated in Mid-August 2024

Round 3 Cleanup: Exact Dates are Forthcoming - Anticipated in October/November 2024

If you would like to report a missed pickup or have questions or concerns, please contact info@texastownship.org. 

Future right-of-way cleanup rounds are forthcoming. We do not have exact dates yet, but we anticipate the following to occur: 

Round 2 Cleanup: Mid-August 

Round 3 Cleanup: October/November 

Cleanup efforts are being funded by Township funds allocated towards recovery efforts and through County matching funds. 

Township staff continues to work with County leadership and Colony Woods neighborhood representatives on how the $130,000 of County funding will be allocated.

The Township continues to work with County officials, FEMA, and local agencies to understand if any financial relief will be available for households that privately funded right-of-way cleanup efforts. More information is forthcoming. 

There are currently no township-funded drop-off sites for tree debris. Residents are encouraged to contact local landscaping companies to coordinate drop-off. 

As of Friday, May 10, all roadways have been cleared of debris. This is an effort that was coordinated by the Road Commission of Kalamazoo County. 

In cases of fallen trees on roadways, the RCKC team has and will move the fallen trees outside of the road right-of-way to the adjacent property, clearing the traveled portion of the roads for the safety of the public. Relocated trees from the roadway will be left for the property owner’s use and/or disposal. If you see a pink flag near the relocated tree, please contact the RCKC within 15 days for tree removal options. Read their full public service message here.

You can contact the Road Commission directly at 269-381-3171 or via a service request at https://www.kalamazoocountyroads.com/contact.php.

The Michigan Volunteer Registry is organizing cleanup efforts throughout the County. Here you can register your willingness to volunteer your time and skills in this emergency. Registering places you under no obligation to volunteer.

The Texas Township Building Department assists homeowners with building plans and permits and can provide you with important information to help you understand the permitting and construction process, from application to completion. To get started, visit the Building Department webpage or call (269) 978-0715.

In Michigan, property Assessed Values are calculated every year, based on the property’s condition on December 31^st of the previous year (Tax Day).

Consequently, the values for the 2024 property taxes were already determined on December 31^st, 2023.

The Assessing Department will be inspecting the properties affected by the May 7^th tornado at the end of 2024. 

The Assessed Value will then be calculated based on the property’s condition on Tax Day.

Changes to the property, if any, will affect the 2025 property taxes.