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Michigan
Mapleton Farms LLC, Petitioner V Township Of Peninsula, Respondent
- Petitioner
- Mapleton Farms LLC
- Respondent
- Township Of Peninsula
Case overview
- Docket number
- 25-003228-TT
- Status
- Disposed
- CaseType
- SC Property
- Division
- Small Claims Division
- County
- Grand Traverse
- Judge
- No judge assigned
Docket history
| Line # | Subject | Filer | Line Ref | Enter Date/Post Mark | Fee | Related Item |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | Order of Dismissal | Not recorded | Not recorded | 10/23/2025 | Not recorded | Download |
| 4 | Petition has been verified | PET | 1 | 10/23/2025 | Not recorded | Download |
| 3 | Notice of Docket Number SC | Not recorded | Not recorded | 10/23/2025 | Not recorded | Download |
| 2 | Attachments to the Petition were filed | Not recorded | Not recorded | 08/25/2025 | Not recorded | Download |
| 1 | A petition was received. | PET | Not recorded | 08/25/2025 | $25.00 | Download |
Documents
Order_of_Dismissal.2025-10-23_15-43-58.0000.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 Mapleton Farms LLC, Petitioner, MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL SMALL CLAIMS DIVISION v MTT Docket No. 25-003228 Township Of Peninsula, Respondent. ORDER OF DISMISSAL The Tribunal has reviewed the file in the above-captioned case and finds that: The petition was not filed within 30 days after the July or December board of review decision. See MCL 205.762a(3). As such, and inasmuch as the Tribunal has no equitable power to waive or otherwise disregard statutory filing requirements and deadlines, it has no authority to hear the appeal or grant the relief requested. See Sixarp, LLC v Byron Twp, __Mich__; __NW3d__ (2025). Therefore, IT IS ORDERED that the case is DISMISSED. This order resolves all pending issues and closes the case. APPEAL RIGHTS If you disagree with the final decision in this case, you may file a motion for reconsideration with the Tribunal or a claim of appeal with the Michigan Court of Appeals. A motion for reconsideration must be filed with the Tribunal with the required filing fee within 21 days from the date of entry of the final decision. Because the final decision closes the case, the motion cannot be filed through the Tribunal’s web-based e-filing system; it must be filed by mail or personal service. The fee for the filing of such motions is $50.00 in the Entire Tribunal and $25.00 in the Small Claims Division, unless the Small Claims decision relates to the valuation of property and the property had a principal residence exemption of at least 50% at the time the petition was filed or the decision relates to the grant or denial of a poverty or disabled veterans exemption and, if so, there is no filing fee. You are required to serve a copy of the motion on the opposing party by mail or personal service or by email if the opposing party agrees to electronic service, and proof demonstrating that service must be submitted with the motion. Responses to motions for reconsideration are prohibited and there are no oral arguments unless otherwise ordered by the Tribunal.
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MTT Docket No. 25-003228 Page 2 of 6 Alternatively, you may file a claim of appeal with the Michigan Court of Appeals. If the claim is filed within 21 days of the entry of the final decision, it is an “appeal of right.” If the claim is filed more than 21 days after the entry of the final decision, it is an “appeal by leave.” A copy of the claim of appeal must be filed with the Tribunal to certify the record on appeal. There is no certification fee. By:___________________________________ Patricia L. Halm, Tribunal Chair Entered: October 23, 2025 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 Mapleton Farms LLC, Petitioner, MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL SMALL CLAIMS DIVISION v MTT Docket No. 25-003228 Township Of Peninsula, Respondent. ORDER OF DISMISSAL The Tribunal has reviewed the file in the above-captioned case and finds that: The petition was not filed within 30 days after the July or December board of review decision. See MCL 205.762a(3). As such, and inasmuch as the Tribunal has no equitable power to waive or otherwise disregard statutory filing requirements and deadlines, it has no authority to hear the appeal or grant the relief requested. See Sixarp, LLC v Byron Twp, __Mich__; __NW3d__ (2025). Therefore, IT IS ORDERED that the case is DISMISSED. This order resolves all pending issues and closes the case. APPEAL RIGHTS If you disagree with the final decision in this case, you may file a motion for reconsideration with the Tribunal or a claim of appeal with the Michigan Court of Appeals. A motion for reconsideration must be filed with the Tribunal with the required filing fee within 21 days from the date of entry of the final decision. Because the final decision closes the case, the motion cannot be filed through the Tribunal’s web-based e-filing system; it must be filed by mail or personal service. The fee for the filing of such motions is $50.00 in the Entire Tribunal and $25.00 in the Small Claims Division, unless the Small Claims decision relates to the valuation of property and the property had a principal residence exemption of at least 50% at the time the petition was filed or the decision relates to the grant or denial of a poverty or disabled veterans exemption and, if so, there is no filing fee. You are required to serve a copy of the motion on the opposing party by mail or personal service or by email if the opposing party agrees to electronic service, and proof demonstrating that service must be submitted with the motion. Responses to motions for reconsideration are prohibited and there are no oral arguments unless otherwise ordered by the Tribunal.
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MTT Docket No. 25-003228 Page 4 of 6 Alternatively, you may file a claim of appeal with the Michigan Court of Appeals. If the claim is filed within 21 days of the entry of the final decision, it is an “appeal of right.” If the claim is filed more than 21 days after the entry of the final decision, it is an “appeal by leave.” A copy of the claim of appeal must be filed with the Tribunal to certify the record on appeal. There is no certification fee.
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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 MAPLETON FARMS LLC Mailing Address (No., Street, P.O. Box or Rural Route) 121 E FRONT ST STE 200 City or Town TRAVERSE CITY State Michigan ZIP Code 49684 Telephone Number 2319354500 Fax Number E-mail Address (do not enter unless you want MTT to send all correspondence via e-mail) SHARI@ROCKMI.COM Section 2: Petitioner’s Attorney/Authorized Representative’s Contact Information First Name Shari M.I. A Last Name Chouinard Firm Name (if any) Address (No., Street, P.O. Box or Rural Route) 121 E Front St STE 200 City or Town Traverse City State Michigan ZIP Code 49684 Telephone Number 231-935-4500 Fax Number E-mail Address SHARI@ROCKMI.COM Section 3: Subject Property Information Parcel Identification Number: 2811-122-020-30 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) 3177 BOWERS HARBOR RD TRAVERSE CITY
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS LANSING ORLENE HAWKS DIRECTOR Michigan 49686 Taxing Authority: Township Of Peninsula (GRAND TRAVERSE) County: Grand Traverse Classification of Property: Real Agricultural Section 4: Check which of the following you are appealing Qualified Agricultural Exemption Section 5: Explain the Reason for this Appeal THE TREES ON THIS PROPERTY ARE BEING TAPPED FOR MAPLE SYRUP Section 6: Jurisdictional Issues List the year(s) denied: 2025 Indicate who denied the exemption under appeal: Local Unit If you checked “other” above, explain: List the date the Principal Residence Exemption or Qualified Agricultural Exemption was denied: 07/22/2025 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: SHARI CHOUINARD /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 Mapleton Farms LLC, Petitioner, MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL SMALL CLAIMS DIVISION v MTT Docket No. 25-003228 Township Of Peninsula, 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: October 23, 2025 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 Mapleton Farms LLC, Petitioner, MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL SMALL CLAIMS DIVISION v MTT Docket No. 25-003228 Township Of Peninsula, 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: October 23, 2025 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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Michigan Department of Treasury 4031 (Rev. 08-22) Assessment Year. 2025 " + 07/22/2025 11:05 am July/December Board of Review Affidavit = lasued under authority of P.A. 206 of 1893, Filing is mandatory. Petition/Docket #: 12 The authority for July/December board of review action is stated in the General Property Tax Act, MCL 211.53b The July/December Board of Review can take action regarding qualified errors verified by the assessor (MCL 211.536(1), (8)). The July/December Board of Review can also lake acfion under MCL.211.53b regarding a poverty exemption for the cunent year under MCL 211.7y; a qualified agricultural propery exemption under MCL 211.ee for the current year; which has been denied by the assessor; a qualified agricultural property exemption under MCL 211.ee that was not on the assessment roll for the current year and one prior year; or a qualified forest property exemption under MGL 211.7[i(1) that was not on the assessment roll for the current year and one prior year. In addifion, other statutes, such as MCP 211.7b related to the disabled veterans exemption, and MCL 211.7ss related 1o the eligible development property exemption, provide authority for the July/December Board of Review to take action, Form 3128 (L-40358) must be completed by the Board of Review and made a part of the Board of Review records whenever a change is made to an individual parcel of property which causes a change in Taxable Value. PART A: IDENTIFICATION Qvamer Name MAPLETON FARMS LLC [TET SITET Prey City State ZIP Code 121 E FRONT ST STE 200 TRAVERSE CITY MI 49684 Parcer Number Property School DsTer Tropa Clase E 2811-122-020-30 TRAVERSE CITY SCHOOL DI 402 Property Street Adress FE Sas “State ZIP Code 3177 BOWERS HARBOR RD TRAVERSE CITY ML 49686 PART B: ADJUSTMENTS — Item or Taxing Authority Note or Millage Adjusted _ Difference PENINSULA TOWNSHIP — sal Assessed Value JBOR 364,700 0 _ Taxable Value | 07/22/2025 | 207,771 0 ] P.R.E. a 0.00 % 0.00 9, | Property Class | RV S— SE —_— School District " Co Classification I j | a. | ra SERS SE. TOTALS RB Reason for change (see instructions on page 2): TEES—————————— ) Ll Paverty Exemption y [7] qusied Agricultural Exemption Cl Disabled Veterans Exemption MO Qualified Forest Exemption [1 od Ient EdRery [J Qualified Error Explanation: MCL 211.7ee - Qualified Ag denial errorfLate File QUAL AG APPEAL DENIED PART C: CERTIFICATION, BOARD OF REVIEW MEMBERS We, the undersigned members of PENINSULA TOWNSHIP Board of Review, swear of affinm the above information fs, to the best of our knowledge, true. Shanaiiye Date “Signature Date 1 hott Cat ing iF ‘ 3 | = Teele Signature i Seana | 1-22-25 | = “| rae Signature TT | The Board of Deven is required 10 file an affidavit within 30 days with the proper officials to have all affected official records corrected. if the qualified error resutis in an overpayment or underpayment, the rebate, including any inierest paid, must be made fo the taxpayer or the taxpayer must be notified and ith 30 days of the notice. (MCL 211.53b (1)) we SRR Distribute copies of this form 10 the property owner, the County Treasurer, the County Equalization Department, and the treasurers of alt other affects i authorities. Retain a copy on file at the local unit d taxing
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2025 JULY BOARD OF REVIEW Change Notice Jul 22, 2025 MAPLETON FARMS LLC 121 E FRONT ST STE 200 TRAVERSE CITY MI 49684 Re: July Board of Review Change Notice 11-122-020-30 3177 BOWERS HARBOR RD Dear Property Owner: On Jul 22,2025 , the July Board of Review made the following correction to the assessed, capped and taxable values or to the Principal Residence Exemption for the above referenced parcel. Original Corrected Year Assessed Capped Taxable Year Assessed Capped Taxable 2025 364,700 207,771 207,771 2025 364,700 207,771 207,771 Principal Residence Exemption 0.0000 Principal Residence Exemption 0.0000 Reason: QUAL AG Adjustment Type: MCL 211.7ee - Qualified Ag denial error/Late File The action of the July Board of Review may be appealed to the Michigan Tax Tribunal within 35 days after the final decision, ruling or determination. To appeal to the Michigan Tax Tribunal, file a petition with the MTT that can be obtained from their website: http://www.michigan.gov/taxtrib | If you have any questions regarding the above changes, please do not hesitate to contact us at 231-223-7313 Sincerely PENINSULA TOWNSHIP Board of Review JBOR CHG NOTICE (GENERIC) (Rev, 01-07)
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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 MAPLETON FARMS LLC Mailing Address (No., Street, P.O. Box or Rural Route) 121 E FRONT ST STE 200 City or Town TRAVERSE CITY State Michigan ZIP Code 49684 Telephone Number 2319354500 Fax Number E-mail Address (do not enter unless you want MTT to send all correspondence via e-mail) SHARI@ROCKMI.COM Section 2: Petitioner’s Attorney/Authorized Representative’s Contact Information First Name Shari M.I. A Last Name Chouinard Firm Name (if any) Address (No., Street, P.O. Box or Rural Route) 121 E Front St STE 200 City or Town Traverse City State Michigan ZIP Code 49684 Telephone Number 231-935-4500 Fax Number E-mail Address SHARI@ROCKMI.COM Section 3: Subject Property Information Parcel Identification Number: 2811-122-020-30 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) 3177 BOWERS HARBOR RD TRAVERSE CITY
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS LANSING ORLENE HAWKS DIRECTOR Michigan 49686 Taxing Authority: Township Of Peninsula (GRAND TRAVERSE) County: Grand Traverse Classification of Property: Real Agricultural Section 4: Check which of the following you are appealing Qualified Agricultural Exemption Section 5: Explain the Reason for this Appeal THE TREES ON THIS PROPERTY ARE BEING TAPPED FOR MAPLE SYRUP Section 6: Jurisdictional Issues List the year(s) denied: 2025 Indicate who denied the exemption under appeal: Local Unit If you checked “other” above, explain: List the date the Principal Residence Exemption or Qualified Agricultural Exemption was denied: 07/22/2025 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: SHARI CHOUINARD /s/
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