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Michigan
Global Empowerment Petitioner V City Of Bloomfield Hills Respondent
- Petitioner
- Global Empowerment
- Respondent
- City Of Bloomfield Hills
Case overview
- Docket number
- 26-000591-TT
- Status
- Ready Schedule
- CaseType
- SC Property
- Division
- Small Claims Division
- County
- Oakland
- Judge
- No judge assigned
Docket history
| Line # | Subject | Filer | Line Ref | Enter Date/Post Mark | Fee | Related Item |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | Notice of Filing | Not recorded | Not recorded | 09/15/2026 | Not recorded | Download |
| 5 | Answer was received | Not recorded | Not recorded | 07/06/2026 | Not recorded | Download |
| 4 | Petition has been verified | Not recorded | 1 | 06/30/2026 | Not recorded | Download |
| 3 | Notice of Docket Number SC | Not recorded | Not recorded | 06/30/2026 | Not recorded | Download |
| 2 | Attachments to the Petition were filed | Not recorded | Not recorded | 04/13/2026 | Not recorded | Download |
| 1 | A petition was received. | Not recorded | Not recorded | 04/13/2026 | $25.00 | Download |
Documents
SC-Notice_of_Filing_of_Answer.2026-09-15_16-56-42.pdfRead complete document text →
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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 Global Empowerment, Petitioner, MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL SMALL CLAIMS DIVISION v MTT Docket No. 26-000591 City Of Bloomfield Hills, Respondent. NOTICE OF FILING TAKE NOTICE that a Small Claims answer has been filed and the electronic copy of the answer can be reviewed by utilizing the Docket Lookup on the Tribunal’s website. Unless Respondent was defaulted, this case is ready to be scheduled for a Small Claims hearing and will be scheduled in the normal course of scheduling. You will receive a Notice of Hearing from the Tribunal by e-mail if you have identified an email address in the petition or other documentation. The Notice of Hearing will inform you of the date, time, and location of your hearing (note that your hearing will likely be conducted by telephone). Please read the Notice of Hearing as it includes important information. EVIDENCE: Parties are required to submit all evidence to the Tribunal and send a copy to the opposing party at least 21 days before the hearing date even if the documents had been submitted to the local Board of Review or the Michigan Department of Treasury. If the documents are not timely submitted to the Tribunal and served on the opposing party, the documents may be excluded. Documents may be filed with the Tribunal by mail or through the Tribunal’s e-filing system. Documents may be sent to the opposing party by mail or by e-mail, if the parties agree to service by e-mail. Alternate Dispute Resolution Options INFORMAL SETTLEMENT CONFERENCE: Parties have the option of handling this case through an informal settlement conference. An informal settlement conference is a meeting between the parties and/or their representatives to discuss the issues in a case in an effort to settle the case. This process may be an alternative to a hearing with a judge and may result in the parties’ filing a Joint Stipulation for Entry of Consent Judgment. Visit the Tribunal’s ADR webpage for more information. NOTE: The parties may not request an informal settlement conference to discuss an appeal of a principal residence exemption that was denied by either the Michigan Department of Treasury or a County. Also, state taxes levied by the Michigan Department of Treasury, such as income taxes, are not subject to the informal settlement conference process.
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MTT Docket No. 26-000591 Page 2 of 2 MEDIATION: Parties have the option of handling this case through mediation. Mediation is a voluntary process where a mediator facilitates communication between the parties, assists in identifying issues, and helps explore solutions to promote a mutually acceptable settlement. This process may be an alternative to a hearing with a judge and may result in the parties’ filing a Joint Stipulation for Entry of Consent Judgment. Visit the Tribunal’s ADR webpage for more information. If you have any questions, please contact the Tribunal by phone at (517) 335-9760 or email taxtrib@michigan.gov. By: Tribunal Clerk Entered: 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 Global Empowerment, Petitioner, MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL SMALL CLAIMS DIVISION v MTT Docket No. 26-000591 City Of Bloomfield Hills, Respondent. NOTICE OF FILING TAKE NOTICE that a Small Claims answer has been filed and the electronic copy of the answer can be reviewed by utilizing the Docket Lookup on the Tribunal’s website. Unless Respondent was defaulted, this case is ready to be scheduled for a Small Claims hearing and will be scheduled in the normal course of scheduling. You will receive a Notice of Hearing from the Tribunal by e-mail if you have identified an email address in the petition or other documentation. The Notice of Hearing will inform you of the date, time, and location of your hearing (note that your hearing will likely be conducted by telephone). Please read the Notice of Hearing as it includes important information. EVIDENCE: Parties are required to submit all evidence to the Tribunal and send a copy to the opposing party at least 21 days before the hearing date even if the documents had been submitted to the local Board of Review or the Michigan Department of Treasury. If the documents are not timely submitted to the Tribunal and served on the opposing party, the documents may be excluded. Documents may be filed with the Tribunal by mail or through the Tribunal’s e-filing system. Documents may be sent to the opposing party by mail or by e-mail, if the parties agree to service by e-mail. Alternate Dispute Resolution Options INFORMAL SETTLEMENT CONFERENCE: Parties have the option of handling this case through an informal settlement conference. An informal settlement conference is a meeting between the parties and/or their representatives to discuss the issues in a case in an effort to settle the case. This process may be an alternative to a hearing with a judge and may result in the parties’ filing a Joint Stipulation for Entry of Consent Judgment. Visit the Tribunal’s ADR webpage for more information. NOTE: The parties may not request an informal settlement conference to discuss an appeal of a principal residence
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS LANSING MARLON I. BROWN, DPA DIRECTOR PROPERTY TAX APPEAL ANSWER FORM PRINCIPAL RESIDENCE EXEMPTION / QUALIFIED AGRICULTURAL EXEMPTION MTT DOCKET NO. 26-000591 Section 1: Respondent’s Contact Information Filer Type: Local Unit of Government Local Unit of Government: County Of Oakland (OAKLAND) 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: Respondent’s Attorney/Authorized Representative’s Contact Information First Name TERRY M.I. D Last Name SCHULTZ Firm Name (if any) OAKLAND COUNTY EQUALIZATION Address (No., Street, P.O. Box or Rural Route) 250 ELIZABETH LAKE RD SUITE 1000 WEST City or Town PONTIAC State Michigan ZIP Code 48341 Telephone Number 248-858-0776 E-mail Address appeals@oakgov.com Section 3: Subject Property Information Parcel Identification Number(s): 12-19-23-352-007 Pursuant to Michigan Tax Tribunal (TTR) 277(3), you MUST submit a copy of the notice giving rise to the appeal (e.g. Notice of Denial or Board of Review Decision) with this Small Claims Answer, if applicable. If you do not submit this document, you may be held in default.
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS LANSING MARLON I. BROWN, DPA DIRECTOR Are the parcels listed by Petitioner contiguous or adjoining? If no, list which parcels are adjoining. N/A Classification of Property: Real Residential Section 4: Explain Your Answer to this Appeal The property was not occupied by the owner as required by MCL 211.7cc Section 5: Jurisdictional Issues List the tax year(s) denied: 2026 Check what action prompted this appeal: County If you checked “other” above, explain: If Petitioner is appealing from a Board of Review denial, check which Board of Review took action: March List the date the Principal Residence Exemption or Qualified Agricultural Exemption was denied: 2026-03-23 Electronic Signature *Typing your name below will serve as your signature Respondent or Attorney/Authorized Representative’s Signature: /s/ TERRY D. SCHULTZ
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS LANSING ORLENE HAWKS DIRECTOR PROPERTY TAX APPEAL PETITION FORM PRINCIPAL RESIDENCE EXEMPTION / QUALIFIED AGRICULTURAL EXEMPTION MOAHR DOCKET NO. Pursuant to Michigan Tax Tribunal Rule (TTR) 277(3), you MUST submit a copy of the notice giving rise to the appeal (e.g. Notice of Denial or Board of Review Decision) with this Small Claims Petition, if applicable. If you do not submit this document, you may be placed in default. Section 1: Petitioner’s Contact Information Filer Type: Organization First Name M.I. Last Name/Company Name Global Empowerment Mailing Address (No., Street, P.O. Box or Rural Route) 21630 W 7 Mile Rd City or Town Detroit State Michigan ZIP Code 48219 Telephone Number 2482770850 Fax Number E-mail Address (do not enter unless you want MTT to send all correspondence via e-mail) l@gemsuppliers.com Section 2: Petitioner’s Attorney/Authorized Representative’s Contact Information First Name Lauren M.I. Last Name Dedes Firm Name (if any) Address (No., Street, P.O. Box or Rural Route) 21630 W 7 Mile Rd City or Town Detroit State Michigan ZIP Code 48219 Telephone Number 248-277-0850 Fax Number E-mail Address l@gemsuppliers.com Section 3: Subject Property Information Parcel Identification Number: 12-19-23-352-007 How many parcels are you appealing? 1 If you are appealing more than one parcel, are they contiguous or adjoining? If yes, use the attached multiple parcel form for information regarding any contiguous parcels. If no, you must file separate appeals for each non- contiguous or non-adjoining parcels or you will be defaulted. Property Address (No., Street, City, ST, ZIP) (If multiple, list first property’s address) 45 Orchard Lane Bloomfield Hills
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS LANSING ORLENE HAWKS DIRECTOR Michigan 48304 Taxing Authority: City Of Bloomfield Hills (OAKLAND) County: Oakland Classification of Property: Real Residential Section 4: Check which of the following you are appealing Principal Residence Exemption Section 5: Explain the Reason for this Appeal This Property is owned by Global Empowerment Ministries and used as the principal residence of the founding senior Pastor (The Parsonage). This is used in accordance with MCL 211.7s Houses of public worship and parsonages; exemption. Section 6: Jurisdictional Issues List the year(s) denied: 2026 Indicate who denied the exemption under appeal: County If you checked “other” above, explain: List the date the Principal Residence Exemption or Qualified Agricultural Exemption was denied: 3/23/2026 Fee Information A fee of $25.00 is required for the filing of this appeal unless you possess a Principal Residence Exemption of at least 50% at the time of the filing of this petition. Electronic Signature *Typing your name below will serve as your signature Petitioner or Attorney/Authorized Representative’s Signature: Lauren Dedes /s/
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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 Global Empowerment, Petitioner, MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL SMALL CLAIMS DIVISION v MTT Docket No. 26-000591 City Of Bloomfield Hills, Respondent. NOTICE OF DOCKET NUMBER TAKE NOTICE that a Small Claims petition has been filed and the above-noted docket number has been assigned to that petition. The assignment of the docket number does not mean that the Tribunal has authority over the petition or that the petition complies with the Tribunal’s rules. The docket number needs to be included on all documents submitted in this case. Respondent shall file an answer to the petition within 28 days of the issuance of a copy of this Notice to Respondent. Tribunal answer forms are available on our website at www.michigan.gov/taxtrib. Respondents must utilize the appropriate answer form. Failure to file the answer within the 28-day time frame may result in the placement of Respondent in default, as provided by TTR 281. Further, an electronic copy of the petition can be reviewed by utilizing the Docket Lookup Search on the Tribunal’s website. By: __Tribunal Clerk_____ Entered: June 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 Global Empowerment, Petitioner, MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL SMALL CLAIMS DIVISION v MTT Docket No. 26-000591 City Of Bloomfield Hills, Respondent. NOTICE OF DOCKET NUMBER TAKE NOTICE that a Small Claims petition has been filed and the above-noted docket number has been assigned to that petition. The assignment of the docket number does not mean that the Tribunal has authority over the petition or that the petition complies with the Tribunal’s rules. The docket number needs to be included on all documents submitted in this case. Respondent shall file an answer to the petition within 28 days of the issuance of a copy of this Notice to Respondent. Tribunal answer forms are available on our website at www.michigan.gov/taxtrib. Respondents must utilize the appropriate answer form. Failure to file the answer within the 28-day time frame may result in the placement of Respondent in default, as provided by TTR 281. Further, an electronic copy of the petition can be reviewed by utilizing the Docket Lookup Search on the Tribunal’s website. By: __Tribunal Clerk_____ Entered: June 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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** Notice of March Board of Review Change ** FROM CITY OF BLOOMFIELD HILLS MICHEAL R. LOHMEIER, ASSESSOR 45 EAST LONG LAKE ROAD BLOOMFIELD HILLS MI 48304 NAME AND ADDRESS OF OWNER OR PERSON NAMED ON ASSESSMENT ROLL: GLOBAL EMPOWERMENT MINISTRIES 45 ORCHARD LN BLOOMFIELD HILLS MI 48304-3455 401 Residential THIS PROPERTY IS CLASSIFIED AS: PRINCIPAL RESIDENCE/QUALIFIED AG EXEMPTION: 0.00% PRIOR YEAR'S CLASSIFICATION IF DIFFERENT: 401 Residential PROPERTY IDENTIFICATION: 12-19-23-352-007 SCHOOL DISTRICT: 63010 PROPERTY ADDRESS 45 ORCHARD LN MICHIGAN BUSINESS EXEMPTION: 0.00% The Board of Review has Examined your 2026 Assessed Value and/or Capped Value and has made the following decision: 1. ASSESSED VALUE 2. CAPPED VALUE PETITION NUMBER 057 DATE: 03/23/2026 VALUE PRIOR MBOR VALUE AFTER MBOR CHANGE 1,800,820 1,800,820 Ο 1,677,460 1,677,460 0 1,800,820 1,800,820 0 1.000 1,800,820 1,800,820 0 WAS 3. ТАХАBLE VALUE 4. TENTATIVE EQUALIZATION FACTOR: 5. STATE EQUALIZED VALUE: 6. There WAS/WAS NOT a transfer of ownership on this property in 2025. The 2026 Capped Value Formula is the 2025 Taxable Value, minus losses, increased by the Inflation Rate Multiplier of 3.1%, plus Additions. Taxable Value is the lower of Assessed Value or Capped Value unless an Ownership Transfer occurred. Your Taxes are Levied on the Taxable Amount. Further appeal of valuation may be made to the Michigan Tax Tribunal by filing a petition that can be obtained at www.michigan.gov/taxtrib (click Small Claims Tab) and mailed to PO Box 30232, Lansing, MI 48909 by May 31st for Commercial Real, Industrial Real, Developmental Real, Commercial Personal, Industrial Personal, and Utility Personal Property. The final date for further appeal of valuation for Agricultural Real, Residential Real, Timber Cut-over Real, and Agricultural Personal Property is July 31st. All other matters have 35 days to appeal. Michigan Tax Tribunal Decisions received February through May are not reflected in this March Board of Review Change Notice. A COPY OF THIS NOTICE MUST ACCOMPANY ANY PETITION TO THE MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL OR YOUR APPEAL WILL DEFAULT. CITY OF BLOOMFIELD HILLS BOARD OF REVIEW If you disagree with the decision of the Board of Review regarding classification, appeal is made by sending Form 2167 to the State Tax Commission, PO Box 30471 Lansing MI 48909 by June 30th.
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS LANSING ORLENE HAWKS DIRECTOR PROPERTY TAX APPEAL PETITION FORM PRINCIPAL RESIDENCE EXEMPTION / QUALIFIED AGRICULTURAL EXEMPTION MOAHR DOCKET NO. Pursuant to Michigan Tax Tribunal Rule (TTR) 277(3), you MUST submit a copy of the notice giving rise to the appeal (e.g. Notice of Denial or Board of Review Decision) with this Small Claims Petition, if applicable. If you do not submit this document, you may be placed in default. Section 1: Petitioner’s Contact Information Filer Type: Organization First Name M.I. Last Name/Company Name Global Empowerment Mailing Address (No., Street, P.O. Box or Rural Route) 21630 W 7 Mile Rd City or Town Detroit State Michigan ZIP Code 48219 Telephone Number 2482770850 Fax Number E-mail Address (do not enter unless you want MTT to send all correspondence via e-mail) l@gemsuppliers.com Section 2: Petitioner’s Attorney/Authorized Representative’s Contact Information First Name Lauren M.I. Last Name Dedes Firm Name (if any) Address (No., Street, P.O. Box or Rural Route) 21630 W 7 Mile Rd City or Town Detroit State Michigan ZIP Code 48219 Telephone Number 248-277-0850 Fax Number E-mail Address l@gemsuppliers.com Section 3: Subject Property Information Parcel Identification Number: 12-19-23-352-007 How many parcels are you appealing? 1 If you are appealing more than one parcel, are they contiguous or adjoining? If yes, use the attached multiple parcel form for information regarding any contiguous parcels. If no, you must file separate appeals for each non- contiguous or non-adjoining parcels or you will be defaulted. Property Address (No., Street, City, ST, ZIP) (If multiple, list first property’s address) 45 Orchard Lane Bloomfield Hills
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS LANSING ORLENE HAWKS DIRECTOR Michigan 48304 Taxing Authority: City Of Bloomfield Hills (OAKLAND) County: Oakland Classification of Property: Real Residential Section 4: Check which of the following you are appealing Principal Residence Exemption Section 5: Explain the Reason for this Appeal This Property is owned by Global Empowerment Ministries and used as the principal residence of the founding senior Pastor (The Parsonage). This is used in accordance with MCL 211.7s Houses of public worship and parsonages; exemption. Section 6: Jurisdictional Issues List the year(s) denied: 2026 Indicate who denied the exemption under appeal: County If you checked “other” above, explain: List the date the Principal Residence Exemption or Qualified Agricultural Exemption was denied: 3/23/2026 Fee Information A fee of $25.00 is required for the filing of this appeal unless you possess a Principal Residence Exemption of at least 50% at the time of the filing of this petition. Electronic Signature *Typing your name below will serve as your signature Petitioner or Attorney/Authorized Representative’s Signature: Lauren Dedes /s/
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