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Siddhesh LLC Petitioner Vs. Township Of Texas Respondent
- Petitioner
- Siddhesh LLC
- Respondent
- Township Of Texas
Case overview
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- 26-001039-TT
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- Default Respondent
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- ET Property
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- ET
- County
- Kalamazoo
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Docket history
| Line # | Subject | Filer | Line Ref | Enter Date/Post Mark | Fee | Related Item |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | Proof of Service of Misc Documents was received. | Not recorded | Not recorded | 09/17/2026 | Not recorded | Download |
| 7 | Appearance | Not recorded | Not recorded | 09/17/2026 | Not recorded | Download |
| Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Download |
| 6 | Answer was received | RESP | Not recorded | 09/17/2026 | Not recorded | Download |
| Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Download |
| 5 | Order Holding Party in Default | Not recorded | Not recorded | 09/16/2026 | Not recorded | Download |
| 4 | Proof of service of petition was received. | PET | Not recorded | 08/04/2026 | Not recorded | Download |
| Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Download |
| 3 | Petition has been verified | PET | 1 | 07/13/2026 | Not recorded | Download |
| Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Download |
| 2 | Notice of Docket Number ET | Not recorded | Not recorded | 07/13/2026 | Not recorded | Download |
| 1 | A petition was received. | PET | Not recorded | 05/16/2026 | $600.00 | Download |
| Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Download |
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STATE OF MICHIGAN DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL SIDDHESH LLC, Petitioner, MTT Docket No. 26-001039-TT V TEXAS CHARTER TOWNSHIP, Respondent. Michelle M. Silvey (P69494) Robert E. Thall (P46421) Alex Morse / Cameron Beckner Bauckham, Thall, Seeber, DuCharme, McMillen &Associates, Inc. Kaufman & Koches, P.C. Representatives for Petitioner Attorney for Respondent 9229 Delegates Row, Ste. 375 470 W. Centre Ave., Suite A Indianapolis, IN 46240 Portage, MI 49024-5362 (317) 689-6467 ofc 269-382-4500 (917) 488-7825 mobile thall@michigantownshiplaw.com msilvey@dmainc.com amorese@dmainc.com cbeckner@dmainc.com PROOF OF SERVICE Sandra L. Bosse states that on September 17, 2026, she served a copy of an Appearance, Answer to Petition with Affirmative Defenses and Proof of Service in this matter by first-class mail, postage fully prepaid, upon the representative for Petitioner at the address shown above. ____/s/ Sandra L. Bosse_____________________ Sandra L. Bosse
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STATE OF MICHIGAN DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL SIDDHESH LLC, Petitioner, MTT Docket No. 26-001039-TT V TEXAS CHARTER TOWNSHIP, Respondent. Michelle M. Silvey (P69494) Robert E. Thall (P46421) Alex Morse / Cameron Beckner Bauckham, Thall, Seeber, DuCharme, McMillen &Associates, Inc. Kaufman & Koches, P.C. Representatives for Petitioner Attorney for Respondent 9229 Delegates Row, Ste. 375 470 W. Centre Ave., Suite A Indianapolis, IN 46240 Portage, MI 49024-5362 (317) 689-6467 ofc 269-382-4500 (917) 488-7825 mobile thall@michigantownshiplaw.com msilvey@dmainc.com amorese@dmainc.com cbeckner@dmainc.com APPEARANCE The law firm of Bauckham, Thall, Seeber, Kaufman & Koches, P.C., enters this appearance for and on behalf of Respondent, Texas Charter Township, in this matter. Respectfully submitted, BAUCKHAM, THALL, SEEBER, KAUFMAN & KOCHES, P.C. Date: September 17, 2026 By: /s/ Robert E. Thall Robert E. Thall Attorney for Respondent
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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: 26-001039 Is this case currently pending in the Small Claims Division? No Party Filing Document Respondent Files Document Type: Appearance Attachment File Name: Appearance Document Type: Proof of Service: Misc Documents Attachment File Name: POS Fee Information Filing Fee: $ 0.00 Payment Information Payment: $ 0.00
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STATE OF MICHIGAN DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL SIDDHESH LLC, Petitioner, MTT Docket No. 26-001039-TT V TEXAS CHARTER TOWNSHIP, Respondent. Michelle M. Silvey (P69494) Robert E. Thall (P46421) Alex Morse / Cameron Beckner Bauckham, Thall, Seeber, DuCharme, McMillen &Associates, Inc. Kaufman & Koches, P.C. Representatives for Petitioner Attorney for Respondent 9229 Delegates Row, Ste. 375 470 W. Centre Ave., Suite A Indianapolis, IN 46240 Portage, MI 49024-5362 (317) 689-6467 ofc 269-382-4500 (917) 488-7825 mobile thall@michigantownshiplaw.com msilvey@dmainc.com amorese@dmainc.com cbeckner@dmainc.com ANSWER TO PETITION WITH AFFIRMATIVE DEFENSES Respondent, Texas Charter Township, states the following in response to the respective paragraphs of the Petition filed in this matter: 1. In answer to paragraph 1 of the Petition, Respondent admits the allegation therein. 2. In answer to paragraph 2 of the Petition, Respondent admits the allegation therein. 3. In answer to paragraph 3 of the Petition, Respondent admits the allegation therein. 4. In answer to paragraph 4 of the Petition, Respondent admits the allegations therein. 5. In answer to paragraph 5 of the Petition, Respondent admits the allegations therein. 6. In answer to paragraph 6 of the Petition, Respondent admits the allegations therein.
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7. In answer to paragraph 7 of the Petition, Respondent admits the allegation therein. 8. In answer to paragraph 8 of the Petition, Respondent admits the allegation therein. 9. In answer to paragraph 9 of the Petition, Respondent admits the allegation therein. 10. In answer to paragraph 10 of the Petition, Respondent admits the allegations therein. 11. In answer to paragraph 11 of the Petition, Respondent admits that the Petitioner has raised the issues identified therein. 12. In answer to paragraph 12 of the Petition, Respondent admits the allegation therein. 13. In answer to paragraph 13 of the Petition, Respondent admits the allegations therein. 14. In answer to paragraph 14 of the Petition, Respondent denies the allegations therein as untrue. 15. In answer to paragraph 15 of the Petition, Respondent admits the allegations therein. 16. In answer to paragraph 16 of the Petition including its subparts, Respondent denies the allegations therein as untrue. WHEREFORE, Respondent respectfully request that the Tribunal enter an Order denying the relief requested by Petitioner and uphold and affirm the valuation as established by the Respondent and require Petitioner to pay Respondent’s costs and attorney fees. AFFIRMATIVE DEFENSES Please take notice that Respondent may rely on one or more of the following affirmative defenses: 1. Petitioner has failed to state a claim upon which relief may be granted.
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2. The Tribunal lacks jurisdiction over Petitioner and/or the subject property. 3. The service of process was insufficient. 4. The subject property is under assessed and/or the taxable value and/or state equalized value of the subject property is too low, and should therefore be appropriately increased to comply with the mandate of the applicable provisions of law. 5. Respondent reserves the right to file such additional affirmative defenses as may become apparent pursuant to discovery procedures during the pendency of this matter. WHEREFORE Respondent requests that the Tribunal enter a determination of no cause in its favor, and such other and further relief as is appropriate including costs and attorney fees. Respectfully submitted, BAUCKHAM, THALL, SEEBER, KAUFMAN & KOCHES, P.C. Date: September 17, 2026 By: /s/ Robert E. Thall Robert E. Thall Attorney for Respondent
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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. 26-001039 Section 1: Respondent’s Contact Information Filer Type: Local Unit of Government Local Unit of Government Township Of Texas (KALAMAZOO) 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 Robert M.I. E Last Name Thall Firm Name (if any) Bauckham, Thall, et al Address (No., Street, P.O. Box or Rural Route) 470 W. Centre Ave., Suite A City or Town Portage State Michigan ZIP Code 49024 Telephone Number 2693824500 E-mail Address (do not enter unless you want MTT to send all correspondence via e-mail) thall@michigantownshiplaw.com Electronic Signature *Typing your name below will serve as your signature Respondent or Authorized Attorney/Representative’s Signature: Robert E Thall /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 Siddhesh LLC, Petitioner, MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL ENTIRE TRIBUNAL v MTT Docket No. 26-001039 Township Of Texas, Respondent. ORDER OF DEFAULT The Tribunal has reviewed the file in the above-captioned case and finds that: Respondent has failed to file an answer. As such, Respondent must file and serve an answer to the petition and file proof demonstrating service of the answer within 14 days of the entry of this order. See TTR 235 and 227. Tribunal rules and information on Entire Tribunal answers can be found on our website at www.michigan.gov/taxtrib. Therefore, IT IS ORDERED that Respondent 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 Entered: September 16, 2026 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. 26-001039 Page 2 of 2 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 Siddhesh LLC, Petitioner, MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL ENTIRE TRIBUNAL v MTT Docket No. 26-001039 Township Of Texas, Respondent. ORDER OF DEFAULT The Tribunal has reviewed the file in the above-captioned case and finds that: Respondent has failed to file an answer. As such, Respondent must file and serve an answer to the petition and file proof demonstrating service of the answer within 14 days of the entry of this order. See TTR 235 and 227. Tribunal rules and information on Entire Tribunal answers can be found on our website at www.michigan.gov/taxtrib. Therefore, IT IS ORDERED that Respondent 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 Entered: September 16, 2026 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
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STATE OF MICHIGAN MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL SIDDHESH LLC 2) ) ) Petitioner, ) MTT DOCKET NO. 26-001039-TT ) Texas Charter Township i) ) ) Respondent. ) PROOF OF SERVICE Michelle (Mikki) M. Silvey, being first duly sworn, deposes and says that on the 4th day of August 2026 she served a copy of the Petition upon the following persons by placing same in an envelope properly addressed to each via USPS first class thereon: Meredith Place Kalamazoo City School District Kalamazoo County Clerk School Board Secretary 201 W. Kalamazoo Ave. 1220 Howard Street Kalamazoo, MI 49007 KalamazooMI49008 Joseph Arevalo Michigan State Treasurer Kalamazoo County Equalization Director Department of Treasury 201 W. Kalamazoo Ave. Treasury Building Room 404 430 West Allegan Kalamazoo, MI 49007 Lansing, MI 48922 Mice ((@ S @) Michelle (Mikki) M. Silvey (P69494) Authorized Agent
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STATE OF MICHIGAN MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL SIDDHESH LLC %) Petitioner, ) MTT DOCKET NO. 26-001039-TT ) Texas Charter Township =r. ) ) ) Respondent. ) PROOF OF SERVICE Michelle (Mikki) M. Silvey, being first duly sworn, deposes and says that on the 4th day of August 2026 she served a copy of the Petition upon the following persons by placing same in an envelope properly addressed to each via certified mail thereon: Claudia Stirton JoAnne McFarland O'Rourke Texas Charter Township Assessor Texas Charter Township Supervisor 7227 West Q Avenue 7227 West Q Avenue Kalamazoo, MI 49009 Kalamazoo, MI 49009 Emily Beutel Texas Charter Township Clerk 7227 West Q Avenue Kalamazoo, MI 49009 Midas (lp & (lo 0) Michelle (Mikki) M. Silvey (P69494) Authorized Agent
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STATE OF MICHIGAN DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING & REGULATORY AFFAIRS MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL SIDDHESH LLC ; MTT Docket No. 26-001039 TT Petitioner, Vv Texas Charter Township . Respondent. / Michelle (Mikki) M. Silvey (P69494) Alex Morse Cameron Beckner DuCharme, McMillen & Associates, Inc. Representatives for Petitioner 9229 Delegates Row, Suite 375 Indianapolis, IN 46240 (317) 596-3260 msilvey@dmainc.com amorse@dmainc.com cbeckner@dmainc.com ENTIRE TRIBUNAL PROPERTY TAX PETITION 1. Property Parcel No.: 09-02-401-060 2. The property identified above is real 3. Only one parcel of property is the subject of this appeal. 4. Petitioner owns and/or otherwise holds an interest in the parcel of property that is the subject of this appeal. 5. The property identified above is classified as 201 Commercial-Improved
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MTT Docket No. 26-001039 TT Page 2 of 3 6. The assessment(s) at issuc were not protested to Respondent’s March, July, or December Board of Review as a protest was not required. Kalamazoo 7. The property or properties at issue are in County. 8. The property or properties’ address is: 5683 S 9th Street, Kalamazoo, MI 49009 9. The assessment(s) at issue were established by the: 12s Charter Township 10. Petitioner’s legal residence or principal office address is: 4826 Tazer Drive, Lafayette, IN 47905 11. This appeal involves issues relating to the property or properties’ true cash and taxable values and uniformity. 12. The tax year at issue is: 2026. 13. The values for the property identified above as established by Respondent’s 2026 Board of Review are: Tax True Cash Assessed Taxable Year Value Value Value 2026 $3,928,800 $1,964,400 $1,964,400 14. Petitioner contends the values for tax year 2026 are no more than the following: Tax True Cash State Equalized Taxable Year Value Value Value 2026 $1,350,000 $675,000 $675,000 15. The values in contention for tax year 2026 are: Tax True Cash State Equalized Taxable Year Value Value Value 2026 $2,578,800 $1,289,400 $1,289,400
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MTT Docket No. 26-001039 TT Page 3 of 3 16. The 2026 assessments imposed on the subject property and the taxes to be levied and collected are invalid because: (a) The assessment, including state equalized and/or taxable value, exceeds the amount permitted by the Michigan Constitution and applicable statutes; (b) The assessment, including state equalized and/or taxable value, is at a higher percentage of true cash value than permissible under the Michigan Constitution and applicable statutes; (c) The assessment is based on the misapplication of valuation principles, and (d) The assessment otherwise violates Petitioner’s rights. WHEREFORE, Petitioner respectfully requests this honorable Tribunal hear this case and enter an order reducing the 2026 true cash, state equalized and taxable values and direct Respondent to
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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: 26-001039 Is this case currently pending in the Small Claims Division? No Party Filing Document Petitioner Files Document Type: Proof of Service: Petition Attachment File Name: SCANNED SIDDHESH LLC - TEXAS CHARTER TOWNSHIP 26-001039 POS Fee Information Filing Fee: $ 0.00 Payment Information Payment: $ 0.00
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STATE OF MICHIGAN DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING & REGULATORY AFFAIRS MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL __________________________________________, MTT Docket No. 26-_____ _-TT Petitioner, v __________________________________________, Respondent. ______________________________/ Michelle (Mikki) M. Silvey (P69494) Alex Morse Cameron Beckner DuCharme, McMillen & Associates, Inc. Representatives for Petitioner 9229 Delegates Row, Suite 375 Indianapolis, IN 46240 (317) 596-3260 msilvey@dmainc.com amorse@dmainc.com cbeckner@dmainc.com ______________________________/ ENTIRE TRIBUNAL PROPERTY TAX PETITION 1. Property Parcel No.: ________________________________ 2. The property identified above is _________________. 3. Only one parcel of property is the subject of this appeal. 4. Petitioner owns and/or otherwise holds an interest in the parcel of property that is the subject of this appeal. 5. The property identified above is classified as ___________________________________.
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MTT Docket No. 26-______ -TT Page 2 of 3 6. July, or December Board of Review as a protest was not required. 7. The property or properties at issue are in ________________ County. 8. is: ______________________________________________________________________. 9. The assessment(s) at issue were established by the: _____________________________. 10. ______________________________________________________________________. 11. This appeal involves issues relating to values and uniformity. 12. The tax year at issue is: 2026. 13. 2026 Board of Review are: Tax Year True Cash Value Assessed Value Taxable Value 2026 14. Petitioner contends the values for tax year 2026 are no more than the following: Tax Year True Cash Value State Equalized Value Taxable Value 2026 15. The values in contention for tax year 2026 are: Tax Year True Cash Value State Equalized Value Taxable Value 2026
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MTT Docket No. 26-_____ _-TT Page 3 of 3 16. The 2026 assessments imposed on the subject property and the taxes to be levied and collected are invalid because: (a) The assessment, including state equalized and/or taxable value, exceeds the amount permitted by the Michigan Constitution and applicable statutes; (b) The assessment, including state equalized and/or taxable value, is at a higher percentage of true cash value than permissible under the Michigan Constitution and applicable statutes; (c) The assessment is based on the misapplication of valuation principles, and (d) WHEREFORE, Petitioner respectfully requests this honorable Tribunal hear this case and enter an order reducing the 2026 true cash, state equalized and taxable values and direct Respondent to refund to Petitioner any excess taxes, fees, and penalties paid, plus interest and costs, and all other relief to which it is entitled under Michigan law and as is appropriate under the circumstances. Respectfully submitted, DuCharme, McMillen & Associates, Inc. Dated: __________ ___, 2026 By: ______________________________ Michelle (Mikki) M. Silvey (P69494)
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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 SIDDHESH LLC Home Address (No., Street, P.O. Box or Rural Route) 4826 Tazer Drive City or Town Lafayette State Indiana ZIP Code 47905 Telephone Number 9174887825 E-mail Address (do not enter unless you want MTT to send all correspondence via e-mail) msilvey@dmainc.com Section 2: Attorney/Authorized Representative’s Contact Information First Name Michelle (Mikki) M.I. M Last Name Silvey Firm Name (if any) DuCharme, McMillen & Associates Address (No., Street, P.O. Box or Rural Route) 9229 Delegates Row, Ste 375 City or Town Indianapolis State Michigan ZIP Code 46240 Telephone Number 917-488-7825 E-mail Address (do not enter unless you want MTT to send all correspondence via e-mail) msilvey@dmainc.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] 5683 S 9th Street Kalamazoo
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS LANSING MARLON I. BROWN, DPA DIRECTOR Michigan 49009 Taxing Authority (City or Township) Township Of Texas (KALAMAZOO) County Kalamazoo 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: 09-02-401-060 Classification of Property: Real (check one) Commercial (check one) Current Assessed Value (also known as State Equalized Value) as established by the Board of Review: 1964400 Current Taxable Value as established by the Board of Review: 1964400 What do you believe is the fair market value (also known as True Cash Value)? 1350000 Multiply the True Cash Value by 50% and enter here. This is your contention of Assessed Value (also known as State Equalized Value). 675000 If you belive the Taxable Value differs from your contention of Assessed Value, enter your contention of Taxable Value. 675000 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/ Michelle (Mikki) M. Silvey Payment Information Amount: 600 Success: True Message: "" Waiver Code: Transaction Number: 26051685641814 Supporting Waiver Documents:
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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 Siddhesh LLC, Petitioner, MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL v MTT Docket No.: 26-001039 Township Of Texas, 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 13, 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 DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING & REGULATORY AFFAIRS MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL __________________________________________, MTT Docket No. 26-_____ _-TT Petitioner, v __________________________________________, Respondent. ______________________________/ Michelle (Mikki) M. Silvey (P69494) Alex Morse Cameron Beckner DuCharme, McMillen & Associates, Inc. Representatives for Petitioner 9229 Delegates Row, Suite 375 Indianapolis, IN 46240 (317) 596-3260 msilvey@dmainc.com amorse@dmainc.com cbeckner@dmainc.com ______________________________/ ENTIRE TRIBUNAL PROPERTY TAX PETITION 1. Property Parcel No.: ________________________________ 2. The property identified above is _________________. 3. Only one parcel of property is the subject of this appeal. 4. Petitioner owns and/or otherwise holds an interest in the parcel of property that is the subject of this appeal. 5. The property identified above is classified as ___________________________________.
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MTT Docket No. 26-______ -TT Page 2 of 3 6. July, or December Board of Review as a protest was not required. 7. The property or properties at issue are in ________________ County. 8. is: ______________________________________________________________________. 9. The assessment(s) at issue were established by the: _____________________________. 10. ______________________________________________________________________. 11. This appeal involves issues relating to values and uniformity. 12. The tax year at issue is: 2026. 13. 2026 Board of Review are: Tax Year True Cash Value Assessed Value Taxable Value 2026 14. Petitioner contends the values for tax year 2026 are no more than the following: Tax Year True Cash Value State Equalized Value Taxable Value 2026 15. The values in contention for tax year 2026 are: Tax Year True Cash Value State Equalized Value Taxable Value 2026
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MTT Docket No. 26-_____ _-TT Page 3 of 3 16. The 2026 assessments imposed on the subject property and the taxes to be levied and collected are invalid because: (a) The assessment, including state equalized and/or taxable value, exceeds the amount permitted by the Michigan Constitution and applicable statutes; (b) The assessment, including state equalized and/or taxable value, is at a higher percentage of true cash value than permissible under the Michigan Constitution and applicable statutes; (c) The assessment is based on the misapplication of valuation principles, and (d) WHEREFORE, Petitioner respectfully requests this honorable Tribunal hear this case and enter an order reducing the 2026 true cash, state equalized and taxable values and direct Respondent to refund to Petitioner any excess taxes, fees, and penalties paid, plus interest and costs, and all other relief to which it is entitled under Michigan law and as is appropriate under the circumstances. Respectfully submitted, DuCharme, McMillen & Associates, Inc. Dated: __________ ___, 2026 By: ______________________________ Michelle (Mikki) M. Silvey (P69494)
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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 SIDDHESH LLC Home Address (No., Street, P.O. Box or Rural Route) 4826 Tazer Drive City or Town Lafayette State Indiana ZIP Code 47905 Telephone Number 9174887825 E-mail Address (do not enter unless you want MTT to send all correspondence via e-mail) msilvey@dmainc.com Section 2: Attorney/Authorized Representative’s Contact Information First Name Michelle (Mikki) M.I. M Last Name Silvey Firm Name (if any) DuCharme, McMillen & Associates Address (No., Street, P.O. Box or Rural Route) 9229 Delegates Row, Ste 375 City or Town Indianapolis State Michigan ZIP Code 46240 Telephone Number 917-488-7825 E-mail Address (do not enter unless you want MTT to send all correspondence via e-mail) msilvey@dmainc.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] 5683 S 9th Street Kalamazoo
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS LANSING MARLON I. BROWN, DPA DIRECTOR Michigan 49009 Taxing Authority (City or Township) Township Of Texas (KALAMAZOO) County Kalamazoo 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: 09-02-401-060 Classification of Property: Real (check one) Commercial (check one) Current Assessed Value (also known as State Equalized Value) as established by the Board of Review: 1964400 Current Taxable Value as established by the Board of Review: 1964400 What do you believe is the fair market value (also known as True Cash Value)? 1350000 Multiply the True Cash Value by 50% and enter here. This is your contention of Assessed Value (also known as State Equalized Value). 675000 If you belive the Taxable Value differs from your contention of Assessed Value, enter your contention of Taxable Value. 675000 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/ Michelle (Mikki) M. Silvey Payment Information Amount: 600 Success: True Message: "" Waiver Code: Transaction Number: 26051685641814 Supporting Waiver Documents:
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