Organize District 9

06/10/2026

Ottawa County's Mental Health Millage is up for renewal on the August 4, 2026, primary ballot. This millage is NOT a request for new taxes; it is a renewal of the existing millage, which ensures important mental health services for our community.

Please vote YES and spread the word to protect these important services.

05/23/2026

🇺🇸 Celebrate 250 Years of American Democracy with ONTRAC! 🇺🇸

🎬 What’s happening:

-Exclusive Screening: Watch Frontier to Freedom, a captivating new documentary diving deep into Michigan’s unique history.

-Expert Presentation: Ottawa County Clerk Justin Roebuck will lead a vital discussion on election security and how our votes are protected.

-Get Election Ready: Meet with representatives from local nonpartisan organizations to get all the info you need for upcoming elections.

💸 Cost: Free! But seating is limited, so secure your spot now!

👉 Click here to register: https://www.ontracadvocates.com/your_vote_michigans_history

05/21/2026

📣 Robinson neighbors! Join us tomorrow, Thursday, May 21 at the The Embassy from 7:30 - 8:30 AM for the next stop on our Coffee & Connect tour. Join us for a cup of coffee and a chat with Superintendent Perkowski about the future of GHAPS.

Learn more about our district’s Facilities Master Plan at www.ghaps.org/masterplan

05/20/2026

Here’s a great opportunity to learn about this millage proposal so you can help educate our community!

Our next Town Hall is on Monday, June 1 at 6pm! We will be discussing the Mental Health Millage and the successful programs it has funded over the past 10 years.

05/19/2026

Join us at Odd Side Ales this Wednesday!
🗓️ Date: Every 3rd Wednesday of the Month
🕕 Time: 6:00 PM
📍 Location: Odd Side Ales @ 41 Washington Ave STE 160, Grand Haven

This is an informal gathering and gives us a chance to meet and chat with fellow ONTRAC members and supporters. There's no agenda—just good company, great drinks, and meaningful conversations. Feel free to bring along friends who share our passion for making a positive impact in Ottawa County.
We look forward to seeing you there!

05/19/2026

Join our friends at Ottawa North TRi-Cities Action Committee for "Your Vote, Michigan's History" — a free evening event on July 1 at 7 PM at Central Park Place Auditorium in Grand Haven.

The night includes:
🎬 A screening of Frontier to Freedom: Wilderness, Revolution, and Michigan's Path to Statehood — a new documentary tracing Michigan's journey from wilderness to statehood in 1837
🗳️ A presentation on voting and election security by Justin F. Roebuck - Ottawa County Clerk/Register
📋 Voter registration resources from nonpartisan organizations, available before and after the program

Free admission. All ages 14+. Seating is limited — reservations required.

RSVP here: https://www.ontracadvocates.com/your_vote_michigans_history

05/18/2026

Stay involved and informed with this week's public meetings!

------------Monday, May 18------------

9:00 AM
Insurance Authority
Filmore Campus - Administration Building - Conference Room F

3:00 PM
Community Mental Health Finance Committee
James St. Campus - CMH A Building - Board Room
Livestream on Zoom

3:00 PM
Officers' Compensation Commission
Filmore Campus - Administration Building - Conference Room D
Livestream on YouTube

------------Tuesday, May 19------------

1:00 PM
Plat Board
Filmore Campus - Administration Building - Clerk's Conference Room

6:30 PM
Board of Commissioners
Filmore Campus - Administration Building - Board Room
Livestream on YouTube

------------Wednesday, May 20------------

9:00 AM
Materials Management Planning Committee
Filmore Campus - Administration Building - Conference Room F
Livestream on Zoom

10:00 AM
Local Emergency Planning Committee
Filmore Campus - Administration Building - Main Conference Room

3:00 PM
Parks & Recreation Commission
Filmore Campus - Administration Building - Board Room
Livestream on Zoom

------------Thursday, May 21------------

2:00 PM
Jury Board
Grand Haven Courthouse - Room 325

------------Friday, May 22------------

8:30 AM
Landbank Authority
Filmore Campus - Administration Building - Conference Room C

9:00 AM
Community Mental Health Board of Directors
Filmore Campus - Administration Building - Board Room

Please note that, while we will make an effort to edit this post with any updates, social media posts do not serve as official public notice. Check miOttawa.org to see any meetings added, rescheduled, or canceled.

05/18/2026

Hey everyone! Mid-term elections are just six months away — and one of the best ways to help ensure a free and fair election is to become a poll worker.

Poll workers assist with vote counting and help keep the process running smoothly. Training is provided, and you'll receive pay for your time!

To sign up, contact your local clerk and fill out an application:
📍 Robinson Township: 616-846-2210
📍 Grand Haven Township: 616-842-5988 ext. 6707

Note that you'll need to declare a party affiliation — equal representation from all major parties is required by law.

Let's do our part to keep our democracy! 🗳️

05/07/2026

Voting dates...

05/01/2026

There is an issue that could affect our Lake. Please pay attention and act!

Consumers Energy is asking the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency for permission to drill two deep wells at the J.H. Campbell plant in West Olive, very close to Lake Michigan. These wells would be used to pump industrial liquid waste deep underground.

Why this matters
The EPA calls the waste “non-hazardous,” but that does not always mean risk-free, especially near Lake Michigan, one of our most important water resources.

The EPA has also said they are prepared to approve this unless there is strong public interest.
Right now there are only about 59 comments total. That is very low.

Bottom line
If more people speak up, the EPA may hold a public hearing so our community can ask questions and learn more.

Here is how to comment. It takes about a minute.

Go here
[https://www.regulations.gov/document/EPA-R05-OW-2025-2730-0001/comment]
Then
Click the blue “Comment” button
Paste the message below
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I oppose the proposed underground injection wells at the J.H. Campbell plant. “Non-hazardous” does not mean safe, especially this close to Lake Michigan. This decision may affect our water and should not move forward without a public hearing. Please require a public hearing and take a closer look at the long-term risks.

If you have been looking for a simple way to make your voice heard on a local issue, this is it.

Thank you for taking a minute to help.