Terry L Witt, Petitioner V Township Of Cambridge, 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

Terry L Witt, 

Petitioner, MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL

 SMALL CLAIMS DIVISION

v 

 MTT Docket No. 26-000147

Township Of Cambridge,

Respondent.

ORDER OF DISMISSAL

The Tribunal has reviewed the file in the above-captioned case and finds that:

The issue in this case is already pending in another case and, as such, this appeal is 

duplicative and shall be dismissed. 

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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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: February 24, 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

Terry L Witt, 

Petitioner, MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL

 SMALL CLAIMS DIVISION

v 

 MTT Docket No. 26-000147

Township Of Cambridge,

Respondent.

ORDER OF DISMISSAL

The Tribunal has reviewed the file in the above-captioned case and finds that:

The issue in this case is already pending in another case and, as such, this appeal is 

duplicative and shall be dismissed. 

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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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: February 24, 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.

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MTT

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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: Individual 

First Name

Terry

M.I.

L

Last Name/Company Name

Witt

Mailing Address (No., Street, P.O. Box or Rural Route)

4027 Erika Dr

City or Town

Pleasant Lake

State

Michigan

ZIP Code

49272

Telephone Number

5174991450

Fax Number

E-mail Address (do not enter unless you want MTT to send all correspondence via e-mail)

TerrylWitt@eaton.com

Section 2: Petitioner’s Attorney/Authorized Representative’s Contact Information

First Name

Terry

M.I.

Lee

Last Name

Witt

Firm Name (if any)

Address (No., Street, P.O. Box or Rural Route)

4027 Erika Dr

City or Town

Pleasant Lake

State

Michigan

ZIP Code

49272

Telephone Number

517-499-1450

Fax Number

E-mail Address

Terrylwitt@eaton.com

Section 3: Subject Property Information

Parcel Identification Number:

CAO-635-8030-00

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) 

444 Poplar St

Brooklyn

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STATE OF MICHIGAN

GRETCHEN WHITMER

GOVERNOR

DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS

LANSING

ORLENE HAWKS

DIRECTOR

Michigan

49203

Taxing Authority:

Township Of Cambridge (LENAWEE)

County:

Lenawee

Classification of Property:

Personal

Residential

Section 4: Check which of the following you are appealing

Principal Residence Exemption

Section 5: Explain the Reason for this Appeal

Hello,

I purchased this property in 2023, and the tax information on the deed is correct. At which my taxes should have been due Winter of 2024. I called Cambridge 

Township in March of 2024 and was told nothing was due, and I thought that makes sense because it would have been paid through our closing. I then never received 

my summer tax bill in 2024, at which I called on 8/13/24 and paid my balance in full which would have included any past due. I always requested a receipt and 

updated any address issue they had which there wasn't one in order to make sure I received my bill for winter. March of 2025 I still had never received any paperwork 

or receipt so I called Cambridge township again and they said I owed nothing and they would send out a receipt. on 9/5/25 I never received my summer taxes again, so 

I called and paid everything in full, and again asked why and to have a receipt sent to my address. Early December my neighbor down at our property called to tell me 

there was a foreclosure sign on our property. I called Cambridge Township and they said I had nothing due and to check with the county. I then asked again for a tax 

bill, and finally on 12/11/2025 I received my first tax record from Cambridge Township. I finally was able to get ahold of Lenawee Township to explain what had 

happened. Cambridge does not hold any winter taxes past February, and then send them to Lenawee County and they never thought to offered that information. 

Lenawee explained they had 4 return to senders after reaching out, but never tried calling or looking into it. 2 for no house number, and 2 for no street. They were 

sending to vacant land instead of my home address which was correct at the time of sale. I spoke to Erin the treasure and she said "This is not a fair situation, but 

there is nothing I can do". Again, my deed information was all correct, and Lenawee thought the appraiser had typed it in wrong? No one would admit or try to help 

me in any way and all I am trying to do is get my accrued fee's removed as the cost has almost exceeded the value of the property. I had great credit and now this is 

affecting my credit, and cost me a lot of time and money for something I believe Cambridge Township is responsible for. Thank you for your time and consideration 

and I hope you can find it in your heart to help me out. At this point I have paid everything off and would just like the extra foreclosure fees, and late fees along with 

this $25 fee reimbursed. 

Section 6: Jurisdictional Issues

List the year(s) denied:

2025

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:

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: 

Terry L Witt JR

/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

Terry L Witt,

Petitioner,

MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL

SMALL CLAIMS DIVISION

v 

MTT Docket No. 26-000147

Township Of Cambridge,

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: February 24, 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

Terry L Witt,

Petitioner,

MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL

SMALL CLAIMS DIVISION

v 

MTT Docket No. 26-000147

Township Of Cambridge,

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: February 24, 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

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: Individual 

First Name

Terry

M.I.

L

Last Name/Company Name

Witt

Mailing Address (No., Street, P.O. Box or Rural Route)

4027 Erika Dr

City or Town

Pleasant Lake

State

Michigan

ZIP Code

49272

Telephone Number

5174991450

Fax Number

E-mail Address (do not enter unless you want MTT to send all correspondence via e-mail)

TerrylWitt@eaton.com

Section 2: Petitioner’s Attorney/Authorized Representative’s Contact Information

First Name

Terry

M.I.

Lee

Last Name

Witt

Firm Name (if any)

Address (No., Street, P.O. Box or Rural Route)

4027 Erika Dr

City or Town

Pleasant Lake

State

Michigan

ZIP Code

49272

Telephone Number

517-499-1450

Fax Number

E-mail Address

Terrylwitt@eaton.com

Section 3: Subject Property Information

Parcel Identification Number:

CAO-635-8030-00

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) 

444 Poplar St

Brooklyn

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STATE OF MICHIGAN

GRETCHEN WHITMER

GOVERNOR

DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS

LANSING

ORLENE HAWKS

DIRECTOR

Michigan

49203

Taxing Authority:

Township Of Cambridge (LENAWEE)

County:

Lenawee

Classification of Property:

Personal

Residential

Section 4: Check which of the following you are appealing

Principal Residence Exemption

Section 5: Explain the Reason for this Appeal

Hello,

I purchased this property in 2023, and the tax information on the deed is correct. At which my taxes should have been due Winter of 2024. I called Cambridge 

Township in March of 2024 and was told nothing was due, and I thought that makes sense because it would have been paid through our closing. I then never received 

my summer tax bill in 2024, at which I called on 8/13/24 and paid my balance in full which would have included any past due. I always requested a receipt and 

updated any address issue they had which there wasn't one in order to make sure I received my bill for winter. March of 2025 I still had never received any paperwork 

or receipt so I called Cambridge township again and they said I owed nothing and they would send out a receipt. on 9/5/25 I never received my summer taxes again, so 

I called and paid everything in full, and again asked why and to have a receipt sent to my address. Early December my neighbor down at our property called to tell me 

there was a foreclosure sign on our property. I called Cambridge Township and they said I had nothing due and to check with the county. I then asked again for a tax 

bill, and finally on 12/11/2025 I received my first tax record from Cambridge Township. I finally was able to get ahold of Lenawee Township to explain what had 

happened. Cambridge does not hold any winter taxes past February, and then send them to Lenawee County and they never thought to offered that information. 

Lenawee explained they had 4 return to senders after reaching out, but never tried calling or looking into it. 2 for no house number, and 2 for no street. They were 

sending to vacant land instead of my home address which was correct at the time of sale. I spoke to Erin the treasure and she said "This is not a fair situation, but 

there is nothing I can do". Again, my deed information was all correct, and Lenawee thought the appraiser had typed it in wrong? No one would admit or try to help 

me in any way and all I am trying to do is get my accrued fee's removed as the cost has almost exceeded the value of the property. I had great credit and now this is 

affecting my credit, and cost me a lot of time and money for something I believe Cambridge Township is responsible for. Thank you for your time and consideration 

and I hope you can find it in your heart to help me out. At this point I have paid everything off and would just like the extra foreclosure fees, and late fees along with 

this $25 fee reimbursed. 

Section 6: Jurisdictional Issues

List the year(s) denied:

2025

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:

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: 

Terry L Witt JR

/s/

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