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Michigan
Benteler Automotive Corporation Petitioner Vs. City Of Wyoming Respondent
- Petitioner
- Benteler Automotive Corporation
- Respondent
- City Of Wyoming
Case overview
- Docket number
- 26-001264-TT
- Status
- Answer Due
- CaseType
- ET Property
- Division
- ET
- County
- Kent
- Judge
- No judge assigned
Docket history
| Line # | Subject | Filer | Line Ref | Enter Date/Post Mark | Fee | Related Item |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 | Answer was received | RESP | Not recorded | 10/01/2026 | Not recorded | Download |
| Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Download |
| 8 | Response to Order | PET | 4 | 08/18/2026 | Not recorded | Download |
| 7 | Order Setting Aside P Default | Not recorded | Not recorded | 09/08/2026 | Not recorded | Download |
| 6 | Response to Order | PET | 4 | 08/11/2026 | Not recorded | Download |
| 5 | Response to Order Petition | Not recorded | Not recorded | 08/12/2026 | Not recorded | Download |
| Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Download |
| 4 | Order Holding Party in Default | Not recorded | Not recorded | 07/31/2026 | Not recorded | Download |
| 3 | Notice of Docket Number ET | Not recorded | Not recorded | 07/30/2026 | Not recorded | Download |
| 2 | Attachments to the Petition were filed | PET | Not recorded | 05/22/2026 | Not recorded | Download |
| 1 | A petition was received. | PET | Not recorded | 05/22/2026 | $600.00 | Download |
Documents
Wyoming - Benteler Automotive Corporation 26-001264 Respondent's Appearance and Answer with Aff Defs (10.1.26) FINAL.pdfRead complete document text →
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STATE OF MICHIGAN DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING & REGULATORY AFFAIRS MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL BENTELER AUTOMOTIVE, Petitioner, v CITY OF WYOMING, Respondent. MTT Docket No. 26-001264 Parcel No. 41-17-24-251-002 / Greg Poore BADEN TAX MANAGEMENT, LLC Representative for Petitioner 6920 Pointe Iverness Way, Suite 301 Fort Wayne, IN 46804 (812) 340-3481 gpoore@badentax.com amize@badentax.com Toby Koenig (P72367) BLOOM SLUGGETT, PC Attorneys for Respondent 161 Ottawa Ave NW, Suite 400 Grand Rapids, MI 49503 (616) 965-9340 toby@bloomsluggett.com / RESPONDENT’S APPEARANCE NOW COMES attorney Toby Koenig, of the law firm of Bloom Sluggett, PC, and hereby enters his appearance on behalf of Respondent City of Wyoming in this matter. Dated: October 1, 2026 Respectfully submitted by, BLOOM SLUGGETT, PC /s/ Toby Koenig Toby Koenig (P72367) Attorneys for Respondents City of Wyoming
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2 4925-6627-0677, v. 1 STATE OF MICHIGAN DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING & REGULATORY AFFAIRS MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL BENTELER AUTOMOTIVE CORPORATION, Petitioner, v CITY OF WYOMING, Respondent. MTT Docket No. 26-001264 Parcel No. 41-17-24-251-002 / Greg Poore BADEN TAX MANAGEMENT, LLC Representative for Petitioner 6920 Pointe Inverness Way, Ste 301 Fort Wayne, IN 46804 (812) 340-3481 gpoore@badentax.com Toby Koenig (P72367) BLOOM SLUGGETT, PC Attorneys for Respondent 161 Ottawa Ave NW, Suite 400 Grand Rapids, MI 49503 (616) 965-9340 toby@bloomsluggett.com / RESPONDENT’S ANSWER TO PETITION AND AFFIRMATIVE DEFENSES Respondent, City of Wyoming, through its attorneys, hereby submits this Answer to Petitioner’s Petition filed in this matter. (1) Admitted. (2) Admitted. (3) There are no allegations in paragraph 3 of the petition and therefore no response is required. (4) There are no allegations in paragraph 4 of the petition and therefore no response is required. (5) There are no allegations in paragraph 5 of the petition and therefore no response is required. (6) Admitted.
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3 4925-6627-0677, v. 1 (7) There are no allegations in paragraph 7 of the petition and therefore no response is required. (8) There are no allegations in paragraph 8 of the petition and therefore no response is required. (9) There are no allegations in paragraph 9 of the petition and therefore no response is required. (10) Denied as untrue in that the property address is 4011 Stafford Avenue, SW, Wyoming, MI 49548. (11) Denied as untrue in that the applicable local government unit that established the assessment or assessments at issue is the City of Wyoming. (12) Respondent lacks sufficient information and/or knowledge as to Petitioner’s legal residence or principal office address and therefore leaves Petitioner to its proofs. (13) This paragraph merely reasserts Petitioner’s claims to which no response is required. To the extent a response is required, Respondent admits that Petitioner’s claims involve the property’s true cash and taxable values. Respondent denies the remaining allegations. (14) Admitted. (15) There are no allegations in paragraph 15 of the petition and therefore no response is required. (16) Admitted. (17) Denied as untrue. (18) Respondent admits that Petitioner disputes the values based on the allegations in paragraph 17; however, Respondent denies that the subject property is improperly assessed and further denies that Petitioner is entitled to any relief. (19) Paragraph 19 contains a request for relief to which no response is required; Respondent denies that Petitioner is entitled to any relief, requested or otherwise. (20) Denied as untrue. AFFIRMATIVE DEFENSES 1. Petitioner has failed to state a claim upon which relief can be granted. 2. Petitioner’s claims against Respondent are barred because the valuation methods used by Respondent comply with the Constitution, state law, and prevailing Michigan State Tax Commission procedures.
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4 4925-6627-0677, v. 1 3. Respondent’s assessment reflects 50% of the subject property’s true cash value and the values on the roll, including the taxable value, comply with MCL 211.27a. 4. Petitioner may not be a party in interest capable of bringing this appeal as to the parcel at issue in this matter. 5. Petitioner’s claims may be barred in whole or in part for failing to allege sufficient facts to invoke the Tax Tribunal’s jurisdiction. 6. Respondent reserves the right to identify further affirmative defenses as may become known through discovery. WHEREFORE, Respondent requests that the Tribunal dismiss Petitioner’s appeal with prejudice and award Respondent its costs, attorney fees, and all such further and additional relief as this Tribunal may deem appropriate. Dated: October 1, 2026 Respectfully submitted by, BLOOM SLUGGETT, PC /s/ Toby Koenig Toby Koenig (P72367) Attorneys for Respondent City of Wyoming PROOF OF SERVICE Tonya Voakes, being duly sworn, deposes and says that she is employed by Bloom Sluggett, PC, and that, on October 1, 2026, she served a copy of Respondent’s Appearance and Answer to Petition with Affirmative Defenses upon Greg Poore by first-class mail and e-mail at the following addresses: Greg Poore Baden Tax Management, LLC 6920 Pointe Inverness
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS LANSING MARLON I. BROWN, DPA DIRECTOR Entire Tribunal Case Information Sheet - Respondent MTT DOCKET NO. 26-001264 Section 1: Respondent’s Contact Information Filer Type: Local Unit of Government Local Unit of Government City of Wyoming (KENT) First Name M.I. Last Name Home Address (No., Street, P.O. Box or Rural Route) City or Town State ZIP Code Telephone Number E-mail Address (do not enter unless you want MTT to send all correspondence via e-mail) Section 2: Attorney/Authorized Representative’s Contact Information First Name Toby M.I. Last Name Koenig Firm Name (if any) Bloom Sluggett PC Address (No., Street, P.O. Box or Rural Route) 161 Ottawa Ave NW Suite 400 City or Town Grand Rapids State Michigan ZIP Code 49503 Telephone Number (616) 965-9343 E-mail Address (do not enter unless you want MTT to send all correspondence via e-mail) toby@bloomsluggett.com Electronic Signature *Typing your name below will serve as your signature Respondent or Authorized Attorney/Representative’s Signature: Toby Koenig /s/
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RECEIVED AUG 19 2026 i al " RY CHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS MARLON I. BROWN, DPA GOVERNOR : DIRECTOR , MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL Benteler Automotive Corporation Petitioner(s) v MTT Docket No. 26-001264 City of Wyoming , Respondent(s) PROOF OF SERVICE FOR PROPERTY TAX PETITION *To be filed after the Tribunal issues the Notice of Docket Number* Gregory A. Poore states that on August 3, 2026 he/she [Name of person serving/mailing petition] [date of service] served a copy of the Petition relative to the above-captioned matter upon: [Provide name and address of the following entities] 1. Assessor (via certified mail): City of Wyoming Assessor 1155 - 28th Street SW, PO Box 905, Wyoming, MI 49509 2. City Clerk or Township Supervisor/Clerk (via certified mail). City Clerk 1155 - 28th Street SW, Wyoming, Mi 49509 3. County Equalization Director (via first class mail or personal service): Kent County Equalization Department Director 300 Monroe Avenue NW , Grand Rapids, MI 49503 4. County Clerk (via first class mail or personal service): Kent County Clerk Administration Building , 300 Monroe Avenue NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503 5. Secretary of the local school board (via first class mail or personal service): Wyoming City School Board Secretary 3575 Gladiola SW, Wyoming, Ml 49519 6. State Treasurer (via first class mail): Michigan Department of Treasury, State Treasurer
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS MARLON I. BROWN, DPA GOVERNOR LANSING DIRECTOR Benteler Automotive Corporation, Petitioner, MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL v MTT Docket No.: 26-001264 City of Wyoming, Respondent. NOTICE OF DOCKET NUMBER TAKE NOTICE that an Entire Tribunal petition has been filed and the above-noted docket number has been assigned to that petition. This docket number shall be noted on the petition and the petition shall be served within 45 days of the issuance of this notice, as required by TTR 227 and MCL 205.735a, even if the petition was served when filed. A proof of service shall also be filed with the Tribunal within 45 days of the issuance of this notice evidencing the service of the petition. If you submitted a proof of service with the petition, you must still serve the petition and file a second proof of service including the docket number, pursuant to this notice. Failure to serve the petition and file a proof of service within 45 days of the issuance of the notice may result in the dismissal of this case. Under TTR 235(1), “[tlhe respondent shall file an answer or responsive motion within 28 days after the date of service of the petition with noted docket number.” Failure to do so will result in Respondent being placed in default. The docket number also needs to be noted on all other documents submitted in this case. Further, the assignment of the docket number does not mean that the Tribunal has authority over the petition or that the petition complies with statutory requirements or the Tribunals rules. By: Tribunal Clerk Entered: July 30, 2026 PROOF OF SERVICE | certify that a copy of the foregoing was sent on the entry date indicated above to the
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3/19/26, 1:49 PM "4011 STAFFORD AVE SW WYOMING, MI 49548 (Property Address) Parcel Number - 41-17-24-251-002 | City of Wyoming | BS&A Online Parcel Number: 41-17-24-251-002 Account Number: 000056268 > > > Item 1 of 2 1 Image / 1 Sketch Important Messages Commercial/industrial Building Summary - YrBuilt: 2024 - # of Buildings: 1 - Total Sq.ft: 316479 Property Tax information found Utility Billing information found Lien Search for additional liens by contacting the Kent County Register of Deeds at 616-632-7610 For zoning information, please contact the City of Wyoming at (616) 530-7285. Owner and Taxpayer Information | Property Owner: BENTELER AUTOMOTIVE CORPORATION Summary Information > Assessed Value: $20,042,800 | Taxable Value: $20,042,800 > 25 Building Department records found Owner BENTELER AUTOMOTIVE Taxpayer SEE OWNER INFORMATION CORPORATION 4011 STAFFORD AVE SW WYOMING, MI 49548 General Information for Tax Year 2026 Property Class 301 INDUSTRIAL-IMPROVED ~~ Unit 93 City of Wyoming School District GODWIN HEIGHTS PUBLIC Assessed Value $20,042,800 SCHS Map # | Taxable Value $20,042,800 AV NOTICE [4 State Equalized Value $20,042,800 SPEC ACT Not Available Date of Last Name Change ~~ 01/28/2025 PENDING BOR Not Available Notes Not Available Historical District Not Available Census Block Group Not Available SPLIT Not Available Exemption No Data to Display Principal Residence Exemption Information Effective Date No Data to Display | Principal Residence Exemption June 1st Final 2026 0.0000 % 0.0000 % Previous Year Information Year | MBOR Assessed Final SEV Final Taxable 2025 $2,490,000 $2,490,000 $2,490,000 2024 $0 $0 $0 2023 $0 $0 $0
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3/19/26, 1:49 PM Parcel Number - 41-17-24-251-002 | City of Wyoming | BS&A Online : © Lot(s) | Frontage | Depth No lots found. Total Frontage: 0.00 ft Average Depth: 0.00 ft Legal Description 411724251002 PART OF NE 1/4 & SE 1/4 SEC 24 T6N R12W & PART OF MCQUEEN-DOYLE PARK NO.1 COM 1475.61 FT S 0D 46M 25S E ALONG N&S 1/4 LINE & 37.91 FT N 89D 50M 065 E FROM N 1/4 COR TH N 89D 50M 06S E 678.50
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS LANSING MARLON I. BROWN, DPA DIRECTOR MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL · 611 W. OTTAWA ST., LANSING, MI 48933 · 517-335-9760 PO BOX 30232, LANSING, MI 48909 · Other Carriers: 2407 N. GRAND RIVER AVE., LANSING, MI 48906 Benteler Automotive Corporation, Petitioner, MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL ENTIRE TRIBUNAL v MTT Docket No. 26-001264 City of Wyoming, Respondent. ORDER SETTING ASIDE DEFAULT The Tribunal has considered the file in this case and finds that Petitioner was held in default on July 31, 2026, and the default has been timely cured. The documents curing the default can be reviewed through the docket search function on the Tribunal’s website at www.michigan.gov/taxtrib by inputting the docket number and clicking on the document link next to the line item entry for the documents. Therefore, IT IS ORDERED that the Default is SET ASIDE. By: /s/ Patricia L. Halm Entered: September 8, 2026 PROOF OF SERVICE I certify that a copy of the foregoing was sent on the entry date indicated above to the parties or their attorneys or authorized representatives, if any, utilizing either the mailing or email addresses on file, as provided by those parties, attorneys, or authorized representatives. By: Tribunal Clerk
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1 NBADEN VE MONEY. SAVE TIME. OF MIND. Tax Management RECEIVED AUG 11 2026 MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL August 3, 2026 RE: Proof of Service for Property Tax Petition MOAHR Docket No: 26-001264 Tax Year 2026 Please see enclosed Proof of Service for Property Tax Petition. There is a total of 9 pages, including this page. If you have any questions, please contact me at (812) 340-3481 or gpoore@badentax.com. Sincerely, BADEN TAX MANAGEMENT LLC pe Greg Poore, Senior Real Estate Manager
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS MARLON I. BROWN, DPA GOVERNOR DIRECTOR Benteler Automotive Corporation , MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL Petitioner(s) v MTT Docket No. 26-001264 City of Wyoming , Respondent(s) PROOF OF SERVICE FOR PROPERTY TAX PETITION *To be filed after the Tribunal issues the Notice of Docket Number* Gregory A. Poore states that on August 3, 2026 he/she [Name of person serving/mailing petition] [date of service] served a copy of the Petition relative to the above-captioned matter upon: [Provide name and address of the following entities] 1. Assessor (via certified mail). City of Wyoming Assessor 1155 - 28th Street SW, PO Box 905, Wyoming, MI 49508 2. City Clerk or Township Supetvisor/Clerk (via certified mail): City Clerk 1155 ~ 28th Street SW, Wyoming, MI 49509 3. County Equalization Director (via first class mail or personal service): Kent County Equalization Department Director 300 Monroe Avenue NW , Grand Rapids, MI 49503 4. County Clerk (via first class mail or personal service). Kent County Clerk Administration Building , 300 Monroe Avenue NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503 5. Secretary of the local school board (via first class mail or personal service): Wyoming City School Board Secretary 3575 Gladiola SW, Wyoming, MI 49519 6. State Treasurer (via first class mail): Michigan Department of Treasury, State Treasurer
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS MARLON I. BROWN, DPA GOVERNOR LANSING DIRECTOR f Benteler Automotive Corporation, Petitioner, MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL v MTT Docket No.: 26-001264 City of Wyoming, Respondent. NOTICE OF DOCKET NUMBER TAKE NOTICE that an Entire Tribunal petition has been filed and the above-noted docket number has been assigned to that petition. This docket number shall be noted on the petition and the petition shall be served within 45 days of the issuance of this notice, as required by TTR 227 and MCL 205.735a, even if the petition was served when filed. A proof of service shall also be filed with the Tribunal within 45 days of the issuance of this notice evidencing the service of the petition. If you submitted a proof of service with the petition, you must still serve the petition and file a second proof of service including the docket number, pursuant to this notice. Failure to serve the petition and file a proof of service within 45 days of the issuance of the notice may result in the dismissal of this case. Under TTR 235(1), “[t]he respondent shall file an answer or responsive motion within 28 days after the date of service of the petition with noted docket number.” Failure to do so will result in Respondent being placed in default. The docket number also needs to be noted on all other documents submitted in this case. Further, the assignment of the docket number does not mean that the Tribunal has authority over the petition or that the petition complies with statutory requirements or the Tribunals rules. By: Tribunal Clerk Entered: July 30, 2026 PROOF OF SERVICE | certify that a copy of the foregoing was sent on the entry date indicated above to the tives, if any, utilizing either the mailing
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STATE OF MICHIGAN
GRETCHEN WHITMER
DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS
GOVERNOR
LANSING
MARLON I. BROWN, DPA
DIRECTOR
Entire Tribunal Case Information Sheet - Petitioner
MTT DOCKET NO.
Section 1: Petitioner's Contact Information
Filer type:
Local Unit of Government
Organization
First Name
ML
Last Name/Company Name
Benteler Automotive
Home Address {No., Street, P.O. Box or Rural Route}
4011 Stafford Ave SW
City or Town
State
ZIP Code
Wyoming
Michigan
49548
Telephone Number
8123403481
E-mail Address (do not enter unless you want MTT to send all correspondence via e-maif)
amize@badentax.com
Section 2: Attorney/Authorized Representatives Contact Information
First Name
Ma.
Last Name
Greg
Poore
Firm Name (if any)
Baden Tax Management, LLC
Address {No., Street, P.O. Box or Rural Route)
6920 Pointe Inverness Way
Ste 301
City or Town
State
ZIP Cade
Fort Wayne
indiana
46804
Telephone Number
812-340-3481
£-mail Address (do not enter unless you want MTT to send alt correspondence via e-mail}
amize@badentax.com
Section 3: Issue
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STATE OF MICHIGAN
GRETCHEN WHITMER
DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS
MARLON I. BROWN, DPA
.
GOVERNOR
LANSING
DIRECTOR
Michigan
49548
“Taxing Authority {City or Township)
County
City of Wyoming
Kent
you are appealing more than one parcel, are they contiguaus or adjoining?
{*if no, you must file separate appeals for each non-contiguous or non-adjoining parcel.)
N/A
Section 5: Check which of the following you are appealing (check ati that apply)
True Cash and Taxable Vajues
If “Other”, please explain:
Section 6: Valuation InformationPage 6
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS MARLON I. BROWN, DPA GOVERNOR LANSING DIRECTOR Benteler Automotive , MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL Petitioner(s) v MTT Docket No.26-001264 Wyoming City, MI (Kent County) Respondent(s) ENTIRE TRIBUNAL PROPERTY TAX PETITION 1. Property Parcel No: 41-17-24-251-002 (If more than one parcel is at issue, attach a completed Multiple Parcel Petition Form addressing all other parcels at issue.) 2. The property identified above is x__real ___personal. 3. If more than one parcel of real property is under appeal, are the properties contiguous? ___Yes ___ No. (If no, separate Petitions are required for each non- contiguous parcel.) 4. Are all of the parcels of personal property located on a parcel of real property under appeal? Yes ___ No. (If no, separate Petitions are required for each parcel of personal property not located on a parcel of real property under appeal.) 5. If parcels of personal property are under appeal, when were the personal property statements filed by parcel number (attach additional page if necessary): 6. The property identified above is classified as 301 Industrial-Improved 7. If the assessment or assessments at issue were protested, the protest was made to Respondent's March July December Board of Review. MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL - 611 W. OTTAWA ST., LANSING, MI 48933 - 517-335-9760 PO BOX 30232, LANSING, MI 48909 - Other Carriers: 2407 N. GRAND RIVER AVE., LANSING, MI 48906
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MTT Docket No. 26-001264 Page 2 of 4 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. If a protest was required and no protest was made, list the separate and specific facts upon which Petitioner relies to invoke the Tribunal's authority over the assessment or assessments at issue (attach additional page if necessary): If the appeal was not submitted by the deadline for the filing of an appeal for the classification or classifications of the properties at issue (i.e., May 31 or July 31 of the tax year involved), list the separate and specific facts upon which Petitioner relies to invoke the Tribunal’s authority over the assessment or assessments at issue (attach additional page if necessary): The property or properties at issue are located in Kent County. The property or properties’ address is: 4011 Stafford Ave, Wyoming, MI 49548 The assessment or assessments at issue were established by the (applicable local governmental unit): City of Wyoming Assessor, located in Kent County Petitioner's legal residence or principal office address is: Benteler Automotive Corporation 4011 Stafford Ave SW Wyoming, MI 49548 This appeal involves issues relating to the (check all that are applicable): x the property or properties’ true cash and taxable values x the property or properties’ taxable value only If the property or properties’ taxable value is at issue, is there a dispute as to the value of an addition or loss? x Yes __ No x uniformity of the property or properties’ assessment the property or the properties’ exemption from ad valorem taxation under MCL The tax year(s) at issue are: 2026
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MTT Docket No. 26-001264 Page 3 of 4 15. If more than the current tax year is being appealed, list the separate and specific facts upon which Petitioner relies to invoke the Tribunal's authority over the prior tax year or years (attach additional page if necessary): 16. The values for the property identified above as established by Respondent's Board of Review are: Tax Year True Cash Value Assessed Value Taxable Value 2026 $40,085,600 $20,042,800 $20,042,800 17. Petitioner contends that the values for the property identified above are: Tax Year True Cash Value State Equalized Value Taxable Value 2026 $27,075,000 $13,537,500 $13,537,500 18. The values in dispute for the property identified above are: Tax Year True Cash Value State Equalized Value Taxable Value 2026 $13,010,600 $6,505,300 $6,505,300 19. Petitioner requests the following relief (attach additional page if necessary): Reduce the SEV of the subject property to $13,537,500 and Taxable value of the subject property to $13,537,500 in accordance with MCL 211.34d. 20. List the separate and specific facts upon which Petitioner relies to support the relief requested (attach additional page if necessary): Actual cost are less than notice of market value. Project is incomplete. Functional and economic obsolescence applied.
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August 12, 2026 Greg Poore MTT Docket No. 26-001264 Page 4 of 4 Signature of Petitioner's Authorized Representative or, if none, Petitioher: >, ley Pa 7 Printed Name of Petitioner's Authorized Representative or, if none, Petitioner: Greg Poore Email Address: gpoore@badentax.com and amize@badentax.com Mailing Address: Greg Poore c/o Baden Tax Management, LLC 6920 Pointe Inverness Way, Ste 301, Fort Wayne, IN 46804 Telephone Number: 812-340-3481 Date: August 12, 2026
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS MARLON I. BROWN, DPA GOVERNOR LANSING DIRECTOR Entire Tribunal Case Information Sheet - Petitioner MTT DOCKET NO. Section 1: Petitioner’s Contact Information Filer type: Local Unit of Government Organization First Name MI. Last Name/Company Name Benteler Automotive Home Address (No., Street, P.O. Box or Rural Route) 4011 Stafford Ave SW City or Town State ZIP Code Wyoming
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS LANSING MARLON I. BROWN, DPA DIRECTOR MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL · 611 W. OTTAWA ST., LANSING, MI 48933 · 517-335-9760 PO BOX 30232, LANSING, MI 48909 · Other Carriers: 2407 N. GRAND RIVER AVE., LANSING, MI 48906 MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL Docket Number: 26-001264 Is this case currently pending in the Small Claims Division? No Party Filing Document Petitioner Files Document Type: Evidence Attachment File Name: MTT appeal 41-17-24-251-002 Fee Information Filing Fee: $ 0.00 Payment Information Payment: $ 0.00
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS LANSING MARLON I. BROWN, DPA DIRECTOR MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL · 611 W. OTTAWA ST., LANSING, MI 48933 · 517-335-9760 PO BOX 30232, LANSING, MI 48909 · Other Carriers: 2407 N. GRAND RIVER AVE., LANSING, MI 48906 Benteler Automotive Corporation, Petitioner, MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL ENTIRE TRIBUNAL v MTT Docket No. 26-001264 City of Wyoming, Respondent. ORDER OF DEFAULT The Tribunal has reviewed the file in the above-captioned case and finds that: Petitioner filed an Entire Tribunal case information sheet and paid a filing fee. Petitioner is required to file a petition and pay the required filing fee to initiate an appeal with the Tribunal. See TTR 225 and MCL 205.735a. Because a petition was not filed, the appeal is not properly pending. As such, Petitioner must file a petition within 14 days of the entry of this order. The petition shall note the docket number assigned by the Tribunal and if filed utilizing the Tribunal’s e-filing system, must be filed on the assigned docket number as an “amended petition.” Therefore, IT IS ORDERED that Petitioner is HELD IN DEFAULT. IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that the defaulted party shall cure the default, as indicated above, within 14 days of the entry of this order.1 Failure to comply with this order will result in the defaulted party being required to file a motion to set aside the default (with appropriate filing fee). By: /s/ Patricia L. Halm 1 “A submission by mail is considered filed on the date indicated by the United States Postal Service postmark on the envelope containing the submission. A submission without a postmark or with an illegible postmark is considered filed on the date the submission is received by the tribunal. A submission by commercial delivery service is considered filed on the date the submission is given to the commercial service for delivery to the tribunal as indicated by the receipt date on the package containing the submission. A submission by personal service is considered filed on the date the submission is received. A submission through the tribunal’s e-filing system by 11:59 p.m. on a business day is considered filed on that business day. A submission by email to the email address designated by the tribunal by 11:59 p.m. on a business day is considered filed on that business day. A submission on a Saturday, a Sunday, or a holiday is considered filed on the following business day, as provided by section 35a of the tax tribunal act, MCL 205.735a.” TTR 225(5).
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MTT Docket No. 26-001264 Page 2 of 2 Entered: July 31, 2026 PROOF OF SERVICE I certify that a copy of the foregoing was sent on the entry date indicated above to the parties or their attorneys or authorized representatives, if any, utilizing either the mailing or email addresses on file, as provided by those parties, attorneys, or authorized representatives. By: Tribunal Clerk
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS LANSING MARLON I. BROWN, DPA DIRECTOR MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL · 611 W. OTTAWA ST., LANSING, MI 48933 · 517-335-9760 PO BOX 30232, LANSING, MI 48909 · Other Carriers: 2407 N. GRAND RIVER AVE., LANSING, MI 48906 Benteler Automotive Corporation, Petitioner, MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL ENTIRE TRIBUNAL v MTT Docket No. 26-001264 City of Wyoming, Respondent. ORDER OF DEFAULT The Tribunal has reviewed the file in the above-captioned case and finds that: Petitioner filed an Entire Tribunal case information sheet and paid a filing fee. Petitioner is required to file a petition and pay the required filing fee to initiate an appeal with the Tribunal. See TTR 225 and MCL 205.735a. Because a petition was not filed, the appeal is not properly pending. As such, Petitioner must file a petition within 14 days of the entry of this order. The petition shall note the docket number assigned by the Tribunal and if filed utilizing the Tribunal’s e-filing system, must be filed on the assigned docket number as an “amended petition.” Therefore, IT IS ORDERED that Petitioner is HELD IN DEFAULT. IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that the defaulted party shall cure the default, as indicated above, within 14 days of the entry of this order.2 Failure to comply with this order will result in the defaulted party being required to file a motion to set aside the default (with appropriate filing fee). By: /s/ Patricia L. Halm 2 “A submission by mail is considered filed on the date indicated by the United States Postal Service postmark on the envelope containing the submission. A submission without a postmark or with an illegible postmark is considered filed on the date the submission is received by the tribunal. A submission by commercial delivery service is considered filed on the date the submission is given to the commercial service for delivery to the tribunal as indicated by the receipt date on the package containing the submission. A submission by personal service is considered filed on the date the submission is received. A submission through the tribunal’s e-filing system by 11:59 p.m. on a business day is considered filed on that business day. A submission by email to the email address designated by the tribunal by 11:59 p.m. on a business day is considered filed on that business day. A submission on a Saturday, a Sunday, or a holiday is considered filed on the following business day, as
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS LANSING MARLON I. BROWN, DPA DIRECTOR MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL · 611 W. OTTAWA ST., LANSING, MI 48933 · 517-335-9760 PO BOX 30232, LANSING, MI 48909 · Other Carriers: 2407 N. GRAND RIVER AVE., LANSING, MI 48906 Benteler Automotive Corporation, Petitioner, MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL v MTT Docket No.: 26-001264 City of Wyoming, Respondent. NOTICE OF DOCKET NUMBER TAKE NOTICE that an Entire Tribunal petition has been filed and the above-noted docket number has been assigned to that petition. This docket number shall be noted on the petition and the petition shall be served within 45 days of the issuance of this notice, as required by TTR 227 and MCL 205.735a, even if the petition was served when filed. A proof of service shall also be filed with the Tribunal within 45 days of the issuance of this notice evidencing the service of the petition. If you submitted a proof of service with the petition, you must still serve the petition and file a second proof of service including the docket number, pursuant to this notice. Failure to serve the petition and file a proof of service within 45 days of the issuance of the notice may result in the dismissal of this case. Under TTR 235(1), “[t]he respondent shall file an answer or responsive motion within 28 days after the date of service of the petition with noted docket number.” Failure to do so will result in Respondent being placed in default. The docket number also needs to be noted on all other documents submitted in this case. Further, the assignment of the docket number does not mean that the Tribunal has authority over the petition or that the petition complies with statutory requirements or the Tribunal’s rules. By: Tribunal Clerk Entered: July 30, 2026 PROOF OF SERVICE I certify that a copy of the foregoing was sent on the entry date indicated above to the parties or their attorneys or authorized representatives, if any, utilizing either the mailing or email addresses on file, as provided by those parties, attorneys, or authorized representatives. By: Tribunal Clerk
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS LANSING MARLON I. BROWN, DPA DIRECTOR MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL · 611 W. OTTAWA ST., LANSING, MI 48933 · 517-335-9760 PO BOX 30232, LANSING, MI 48909 · Other Carriers: 2407 N. GRAND RIVER AVE., LANSING, MI 48906 Benteler Automotive Corporation, Petitioner, MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL v MTT Docket No.: 26-001264 City of Wyoming, Respondent. NOTICE OF DOCKET NUMBER TAKE NOTICE that an Entire Tribunal petition has been filed and the above-noted docket number has been assigned to that petition. This docket number shall be noted on the petition and the petition shall be served within 45 days of the issuance of this notice, as required by TTR 227 and MCL 205.735a, even if the petition was served when filed. A proof of service shall also be filed with the Tribunal within 45 days of the issuance of this notice evidencing the service of the petition. If you submitted a proof of service with the petition, you must still serve the petition and file a second proof of service including the docket number, pursuant to this notice. Failure to serve the petition and file a proof of service within 45 days of the issuance of the notice may result in the dismissal of this case. Under TTR 235(1), “[t]he respondent shall file an answer or responsive motion within 28 days after the date of service of the petition with noted docket number.” Failure to do so will result in Respondent being placed in default. The docket number also needs to be noted on all other documents submitted in this case. Further, the assignment of the docket number does not mean that the Tribunal has authority over the petition or that the petition complies with statutory requirements or the Tribunal’s rules. By: Tribunal Clerk Entered: July 30, 2026 PROOF OF SERVICE I certify that a copy of the foregoing was sent on the entry date indicated above to the parties or their attorneys or authorized representatives, if any, utilizing either the mailing or email addresses on file, as provided by those parties, attorneys, or authorized representatives. By: Tribunal Clerk
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Letter of Authorization Authorization is hereby granted to BADEN TAX MANAGEMENT, LLC (hereinafter “BTM”), to act as our repräsentative with respect to all matters pertaining to the assessment and property tax matters of thc below listed properties. This authorization is granted to BTM for the purposes of filing any relevant tax appeals; to represent us at any hearing with regard to the tax appeal; and to settle any tax appeal on our behalf. BTM is authorized to request, receive, and/or review any documents or other Information relevant to the below listed property including but not necessarily limited to assessment rccords, property tax records, or other such data necessary to perfect and administer an appeal upon the listed property. Location(s) Tax Year(s) Benteler Automotive Corporation 4011 Stafford Ave Parcel 41-17-24-251-002 2026 and subsequent This authority will remain active until any appeal filed upon the above listed property is resolved or written notice of revocation is received. LÜMxi lyUnR nS - Z.L - 20 Z(n Authorized Signature Date V4END7 MoWT^ fett Tßg/V5 Printed Name and Title By signing this form, I certify that I have the authority to execute this authorization on behalf ofthe property owner. Subscribed and sworn before me this QQ dayof 2026. Notary Public In and for the County & State of My commission expires: PATRICIA ODELL Notary PubHc, State of Michigan County ofOaWand My Commlstlon Expires Jul. 07,2030 Acihio In tt» County cf
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS LANSING MARLON I. BROWN, DPA DIRECTOR Entire Tribunal Case Information Sheet - Petitioner MTT DOCKET NO. Section 1: Petitioner’s Contact Information Filer type: Organization Local Unit of Government First Name M.I. Last Name/Company Name Benteler Automotive Home Address (No., Street, P.O. Box or Rural Route) 4011 Stafford Ave SW City or Town Wyoming State Michigan ZIP Code 49548 Telephone Number 8123403481 E-mail Address (do not enter unless you want MTT to send all correspondence via e-mail) amize@badentax.com Section 2: Attorney/Authorized Representative’s Contact Information First Name Greg M.I. Last Name Poore Firm Name (if any) Baden Tax Management, LLC Address (No., Street, P.O. Box or Rural Route) 6920 Pointe Inverness Way Ste 301 City or Town Fort Wayne State Indiana ZIP Code 46804 Telephone Number 812-340-3481 E-mail Address (do not enter unless you want MTT to send all correspondence via e-mail) amize@badentax.com Section 3: Issue Please designate one: Valuation Section 4: Subject Property Information How many parcels are you appealing? 1 Property Address (No., Street, City, ST, ZIP) [If multiple, list first property’s address] 4011 Stafford Ave SW Wyoming
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS LANSING MARLON I. BROWN, DPA DIRECTOR Michigan 49548 Taxing Authority (City or Township) City of Wyoming County Kent If you are appealing more than one parcel, are they contiguous or adjoining? (*If no, you must file separate appeals for each non-contiguous or non-adjoining parcel.) N/A Section 5: Check which of the following you are appealing (check all that apply) True Cash and Taxable Values If “Other”, please explain: Section 6: Valuation Information for Each Parcel under Appeal Parcel Number: 41-17-24-251-002 Classification of Property: Real (check one) Industrial (check one) Current Assessed Value (also known as State Equalized Value) as established by the Board of Review: 20042800 Current Taxable Value as established by the Board of Review: 20042800 What do you believe is the fair market value (also known as True Cash Value)? 40085600 Multiply the True Cash Value by 50% and enter here. This is your contention of Assessed Value (also known as State Equalized Value). 1992800 If you belive the Taxable Value differs from your contention of Assessed Value, enter your contention of Taxable Value. 1992800 Fee Information The filing fee is based on the greater of State Equalized Value or Taxable Value in contention. If you are appealing more than one parcel, the parcel with the highest State Equalized Value or Taxable Value in contention will be used to determine your filing fee, plus $25.00 will be added for each additional parcel being appealed. If the State Equalized Value or Taxable Value in contention is: Your filing fee is: $100,000.00 and under $250.00 $100,000.01 to $500,000.00 $400.00 $Over $500,000.00 $600.00 * Plus $25.00 for each additional parcel, not to exceed a total filing fee of $2,000.00.
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS LANSING MARLON I. BROWN, DPA DIRECTOR A fee of $250.00 is required for the filing of a Special Assessment Appeal. A fee of $250.00 is required for the filing of an Equalization Tax Appeal. A fee of $250.00 is required for the filing of a Non-Property Tax Appeal. A fee of $150.00 is required for the filing of a Classification Tax Appeal Electronic Signature *Typing your name below will serve as your signature Petitioner or Attorney/Authorized Representative’s Signature: /s/ Greg Poore Payment Information Amount: 600 Success: True Message: "" Waiver Code: Transaction Number: 26052286553078 Supporting Waiver Documents:
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