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Michigan
Susan M Schluter, Petitioner V Township Of Big Rapids, Respondent
- Petitioner
- Susan M Schluter
- Respondent
- Township Of Big Rapids
Case overview
- Docket number
- 25-003280-TT
- Status
- Disposed
- CaseType
- SC Property
- Division
- Small Claims Division
- County
- Mecosta
- Judge
- No judge assigned
Docket history
| Line # | Subject | Filer | Line Ref | Enter Date/Post Mark | Fee | Related Item |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | Answer was received | RESP | Not recorded | 09/04/2025 | Not recorded | Download |
| 4 | Order of Dismissal | Not recorded | Not recorded | 09/02/2025 | Not recorded | Download |
| 3 | Petition has been verified | PET | 1 | 09/02/2025 | Not recorded | Download |
| 2 | Notice of Docket Number SC | Not recorded | Not recorded | 08/29/2025 | Not recorded | Download |
| 1 | A petition was received. | PET | Not recorded | 06/23/2025 | $100.00 | Download |
Documents
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RECEIVED
SEP 09 2025
MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL
STATE OF MICHIGAN
GRETCHEN WHITMER
DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS
MARLON I. BROWN, DPA
GOVERNOR
LANSING
DIRECTOR
PROPERTY TAX APPEAL ANSWER FORM
SPECIAL ASSESSMENT
MTT DOCKET NO. 25-003280
Pursuant to Tax Tribunal Rule (TTR) 281, you MUST submit a copy of the notice giving rise to the appeal (i.e., resolution
confirming the speciai assessment roll) with this answer. If you do not submit this document, you may be held in default.
Section 1: Respondent’s Contact Information
Unit of Government:
“Big Rapids Charter Township
Section 2: Respondent's Attorney/Authorized Representative’s Contact Information
)
First Name
Mi
Last Name
Chris
A
Elder
Firm Name (if any)
Mailing Address (No., Street, P.O. Box or Rural Route)
1893 80th Ave
City or Town
State
ZIP Code
Evart
Mi
49631
Telephone Number 231-250-5692
Email Address {do not enter untess you want MTT to send all correspondence via email)
elderassessing@gmail.com
Section 3: Subject Property Information
Are the parcels listed by Petitioner contiguous or adjoining?
if no, list all parcets that are adjoining In separate groupings. Attacha
separate sheet if necessary.
ves
Ono
Not Applicable
Parcel Identification Number(s):
54-05-029-001-400
Classification of Property:
Real
Personal [J (check one)
Agricuttural J
Commerciat
[1
Industrial
[J
Residentiaiid
Timber-Cutover
{1
Developmental
{1
Utility
[J (check one)
Taxing Authority (City or Township)
County
Big Rapids Charter Township
MecostaPage 2
STATE OF MICHIGAN
GRETCHEN WHITMER
DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS
MARLON |. BROWN, DPA
GOVERNOR
LANSING
DIRECTOR
Section 4: Explain Your Answer to this Appeal
The Township has no authority over special assessments. The township is only
responsible for the collection of special assessments.
Section 5: Jurisdictional Issues
Did Petitioner protest the special assessment at the hearing held to confirm the special assessment rolt? [i] Yes
[HE] No
What was the date of the hearing held to confirm the special assessment rol?
How many years Is the special assessment being levied?
What is the total amount of the special assessment being levied
{per parcel)?
What is the basis for the special assessment? Identify the applicable statutory provision.
S ig nature
‘required
Respondent or VN tative’s Signature:
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B STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS MARLON I. BROWN, DPA GOVERNOR LANSING DIRECTOR Susan Schluter , MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL Petitioner(s) v MTT Docket No. 25-003280 Big Rapids Charter Township , Respondent(s) PROOF OF SERVICE Chris Elder states that on 09-01-2025 he/she [Name of person serving/mailing petition] [date of service] served a copy of the Answer form relative to the above-captioned matter upon: [Provide name and address of the party/people being served] Susan Schluter 22485 14 Mile RD Big Rapids, MI 49307 [Signature of person who is serving/mailing copy} Chris Elder [Print/type name of person serving/mailing copy]
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: : GRAND RAPIDS MI 493 BIG RAPIDS CHARTER TOWNSHIP 14212 NORTHLAND DR ; BIG RAPIDS MI 49307-2319 4 SEP 2025 PM3 L * USA * FO [Mich tn Tay y To — [ILL Oey: s+ Po. Rot 30232 Lansing, MT Y4909 EEE Ila pe d ly 0s yee osbsg fens sd
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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 Susan M Schluter, Petitioner, MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL SMALL CLAIMS DIVISION v MTT Docket No. 25-003280 Township Of Big Rapids, Respondent. ORDER OF DISMISSAL The Tribunal has reviewed the file in the above-captioned case and finds that: Petitioner did not protest the special assessment at the hearing held for the purpose of confirming the special assessment roll, however, as required by MCL 205.735a. 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. 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
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MTT Docket No. 25-003280 Page 2 of 6 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: September 2, 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 Susan M Schluter, Petitioner, MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL SMALL CLAIMS DIVISION v MTT Docket No. 25-003280 Township Of Big Rapids, Respondent. ORDER OF DISMISSAL The Tribunal has reviewed the file in the above-captioned case and finds that: Petitioner did not protest the special assessment at the hearing held for the purpose of confirming the special assessment roll, however, as required by MCL 205.735a. 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. 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
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MTT Docket No. 25-003280 Page 4 of 6 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: September 2, 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
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MTT
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RECEIVED JUN 2 6 2025 We 1001 nts $100.0 [1] CHLL MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS MARLON |. BROWN, DPA GOVERNOR LANSING DIRECTOR PROPERTY TAX APPEAL PETITION FORM SPECIAL ASSESSMENT Section 1: Petitioner’s Contact Information First Name M.I. Last Name/Company Name Susan M Schldten Mailing Address (No., Street, P.O. Box or Rural Route) 22488 [4 mee Rd City or Town State ZIP Code Bia Rupids Jat: 49307 Telephohe Number 23-709 LICE E-mail Address (do not enter unless you want MTT to send all correspondence via e-mail) balazar0534@ att.net Section 2: Petitioner’s Attorney/Authorized Representative’s Contact Information First Name MI. Last Name Firm Name (if any) Mailing Address (No., Street, P.O. Box or Rural Route) City or Town State ZIP Code Telephone Number Email Address (do not enter unless you want MTT to send all correspondence via email) Section 3: Subject Property Information How many If you are appealing more than one parcel, are they contiguous or adjoining? parcelsareyou | [] vest [] No* [J NA appealing? *If yes, use a multiple parcel form for information regarding any contiguous parcels. **|f no, you must file separate appeals for each non-contiguous or non-adjoining parcel or you will be defaulted. Property Address (No., Street, City, ST, ZIP) [If multiple, list first property's address] 22H88 14 Mile RA Big Rapids, MT 41307 Parcel Identification Number(s):
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS MARLON |. BROWN, DPA GOVERNOR LANSING DIRECTOR Section 4: Explain the Reason for this Appeal TT do not agrec my prope ~t wl fin value Lrom the Special asscSS meat, Section 5: Jurisdictional Issues Did you protest the special assessment at the hearing held to confirm the special assessment roll? [i] Yes Ne If Yes, what was the date of the hearing held to confirm the special assessment roll? To, explain: pp hash end and T receatly purchesed Hig property, and had not yet moved We received the notice Foo late + attend the hearing Fee Information: Afee of $100.00 is required for the filing of a Special Assessment Appeal. Signature *required Petitioner or Attorney/Authorized Representative’s Signature: EP. NO. VP WN.
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3 il TRACKING #: 0 6V1 8X1 83 8184 7407 JUIRONELE MMUEGBHCYS?AC ISH 13.80C 22P 459 22,59 05/2085 BILLING: P/F ID[TE]A] JUDWINI0(J 030d Tha IIDC Comoro MD
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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 Susan M Schluter, Petitioner, MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL SMALL CLAIMS DIVISION v MTT Docket No. 25-003280 Township Of Big Rapids, 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: August 29, 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 Susan M Schluter, Petitioner, MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL SMALL CLAIMS DIVISION v MTT Docket No. 25-003280 Township Of Big Rapids, 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: August 29, 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 Susan M Schluter, Petitioner, MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL SMALL CLAIMS DIVISION v MTT Docket No. 25-003280 Township Of Big Rapids, 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: August 29, 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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RECEIVED JUN 2 6 2025 We 1001 nts $100.0 [1] CHLL MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS MARLON |. BROWN, DPA GOVERNOR LANSING DIRECTOR PROPERTY TAX APPEAL PETITION FORM SPECIAL ASSESSMENT Section 1: Petitioner’s Contact Information First Name M.I. Last Name/Company Name Susan M Schldten Mailing Address (No., Street, P.O. Box or Rural Route) 22488 [4 mee Rd City or Town State ZIP Code Bia Rupids Jat: 49307 Telephohe Number 23-709 LICE E-mail Address (do not enter unless you want MTT to send all correspondence via e-mail) balazar0534@ att.net Section 2: Petitioner’s Attorney/Authorized Representative’s Contact Information First Name MI. Last Name Firm Name (if any) Mailing Address (No., Street, P.O. Box or Rural Route) City or Town State ZIP Code Telephone Number Email Address (do not enter unless you want MTT to send all correspondence via email) Section 3: Subject Property Information How many If you are appealing more than one parcel, are they contiguous or adjoining? parcelsareyou | [] vest [] No* [J NA appealing? *If yes, use a multiple parcel form for information regarding any contiguous parcels. **|f no, you must file separate appeals for each non-contiguous or non-adjoining parcel or you will be defaulted. Property Address (No., Street, City, ST, ZIP) [If multiple, list first property's address] 22H88 14 Mile RA Big Rapids, MT 41307 Parcel Identification Number(s):
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS MARLON |. BROWN, DPA GOVERNOR LANSING DIRECTOR Section 4: Explain the Reason for this Appeal TT do not agrec my prope ~t wl fin value Lrom the Special asscSS meat, Section 5: Jurisdictional Issues Did you protest the special assessment at the hearing held to confirm the special assessment roll? [i] Yes Ne If Yes, what was the date of the hearing held to confirm the special assessment roll? To, explain: pp hash end and T receatly purchesed Hig property, and had not yet moved We received the notice Foo late + attend the hearing Fee Information: Afee of $100.00 is required for the filing of a Special Assessment Appeal. Signature *required Petitioner or Attorney/Authorized Representative’s Signature: EP. NO. VP WN.
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3 il TRACKING #: 0 6V1 8X1 83 8184 7407 JUIRONELE MMUEGBHCYS?AC ISH 13.80C 22P 459 22,59 05/2085 BILLING: P/F ID[TE]A] JUDWINI0(J 030d Tha IIDC Comoro MD
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