CONTACT INFO
The Penn Township hall is located at:
60717 S Main Street, Vandalia, MI
Regular mailing address is:
Penn Township
PO Box 69
Vandalia, MI 49095
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Tax Payments mailing address is:
Penn Township
16738 Donnell Lake Street, Unit A
Vandalia, MI 49095
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Fire Department mailing address is:
Penn Township Fire Department
PO Box 7
Vandalia, MI 49095
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The hall is not operated full-time. If you have questions, please email Rhonda Barnett, Clerk - Penn_Clerk@outlook.com
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The Township Directory is also helpful in finding who to contact for specific services.
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OFFICIALS
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Supervisor: Oli Olafsson
oliolafsson@live.com
269-506-6187
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Clerk: Rhonda Barnett
Penn_Clerk@outlook.com
269-816-5165
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Treasurer: Paul Rutherford
pandjrutherford@comcast.net
269-506-5205
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Trustee: Roger Leach
leachr4@gmail.com
269-228-0108
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Trustee: Scott Peters
57225scott@gmail.com
269-228-0830
NEWS & ANNOUNCEMENTS
Public Notice - Notice of Registration for Election
TO THE QUALIFIED ELECTORS OF PENN TOWNSHIP: PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that any qualified elector of Penn Township who is not already registered, may register to vote at the office of the Township Clerk, the office of the County Clerk, Secretary of State branch office, or other designated state agency. Registration forms can be obtained at www.mi.gov/vote and mailed to the Township Clerk. Voters who are already registered may update their registration at www.expressSOS.com. The last day to register in any manner other than in-person with the local clerk is Monday, July 20, 2026. Continue reading this Public Notice.
Public Notice - Election Public Accuracy Test
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Public Accuracy Test of equipment at the Penn Township Voting Precinct for the August 4th 2026 Primary Election has been scheduled for Wednesday July 22nd 2026 at 6:30 pm at the Penn Township Hall located at 60717 S. Main St., Vandalia, MI 49095.
The Public Accuracy Test is conducted to demonstrate that the computer program used to record and count the votes cast at the election meet the requirements of the law. The Public is welcome to observe this process.
Public Notice - Board of Trustees Special Meeting
Penn Township Board will hold a special meeting on July 1st, 2026, at 5:30 p.m. at Penn Township Hall, 60717 S. Main Street, Vandalia, Michigan 49095.
Two items are on the agenda:
1. To review and vote to approve road repair contracts with Cass County Road Commission.
2. Nominate and vote to appoint Shad Yoder to Penn Township Planning board.
Public Notice - July Board of Review
The Penn Township Board of Review will meet on: Tuesday, July 21, 2026 at 5pm at the
Township Hall 60717 Main St, Vandalia, Michigan. The purpose of this meeting is to correct
qualified errors. NO VALUATION APPEALS CAN BE HEARD. Continue reading about this notice.
Penn Township Park Activities Report
Lots of great activities happening in Penn Township. We are so greatful to all of the sponsors and volunteers who make these events possible. Read more...
Message from Supervisor Olafsson
I want to thank everyone who took time out of their busy schedules to attend our last board meeting. I also want to thank those who provided thoughtful comments on large-scale development potentials in Penn Township. Continue reading the letter....
Come on out and experience the thrill of pickleball with us at the Penn Township Pickleball Club! We can't wait to meet you on the courts!
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The Pickle Ball Experience
Penn Township Budget
Thank you for your interest in Township government. Here is the 2026-2027 Budget.
How pickleball restored my faith in humanity (and saved me in the process)
"Two months in and I’m addicted, riding the pickleball wave and hooked on the feeling." Read the rest...
Court Recognizes Cannabis Cultivation as Agricultural Operation
In a first-of-its-kind decision, the Cass County Circuit Court has ruled in favor of HRP Cassopolis, LLC, a Michigan-based cannabis business... Read more...
Grand Opening - Penn Township Sport Court Park
The grand opening of the Penn Township Sport Court Park was a successful event. See more...
Principal Residence Exemption
Recently bought or sold a home? The State of Michigan has information about filing a Principal Residence Exemption Affidavit or a Request to Rescind Principal Residence Exemption.
Michigan Homeowner Assistance Fund
If you are experiencing hardships associated with the coronavirus pandemic and find yourself with a delinquent mortgage, taxes, utilities etc. you may qualify for assistance through the Michigan Homeowner Assistance Fund.