Welcome to Lenawee County
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The word Lenawee ("LEN-a-way") comes from the Shawnee Indian word meaning "Indian". While most of Lenawee County is farmland, industrial business is growing, and the area known as The Irish Hills has been a popular tourist destination for many generations. There are over 50 lakes in the county, and nearly all of them were created by the retreating glaciers that once covered most of North America. [2]
Broken off from the western portion of Monroe County in 1826, Lenawee County was the eighth county formally organized in the Michigan Territory (later the state of Michigan in 1837). The county seat was moved from Tecumseh to Adrian in 1837, and the original courthouse was built but burned down in 1852. The current courthouse was completed in 1885 and stands near downtown Adrian. [1]
Today, Lenawee County citizens are served by a nine-member Board of Commissioners and according to the 2010 census, the population is 99,892.
[1] http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lenawee_County,_Michigan
[2] http://www.lenaweehistory.com/
Request for Bid for Oil and Gas Lease of County Property
Lenawee County is now accepting Request for Proposals for the purpose of entering into an Oil and Gas Lease for county owned property. A detailed list of requirements as well as a listing of property being considered has been attached for your review. All bids must be received by no later than 3:00 p.m. on Friday, February 10, 2012 at the County Administrator's Office, 301 N. Main Street, Adrian, MI 49221. All proposals should be in an envelope clearly marked "OIL AND GAS LEASE". The County of Lenawee reserves the right to reject any and all proposals, to waive any informalities or irregularities in the proposal process and to award a contract in the best interest of the County.
Request for Proposal - 
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County Parcels - (Size: 276 KB - Medium)
Lenawee Economic Development Corporation
The Lenawee Economic Development Corporation is the catalyst and coordinating agency for economic development efforts throughout Lenawee County. The LEDC moves toward it's goal of a vibrant economy by attracting new businesses, helping to grow established businesses, supporting entrepreneurial endeavors, and providing access to funding sources and talent enhancement.
For more information, click here.
November 8, 2011 General Election
Official Results
Summary - (Size: 44 KB - Small)
Details - (Size: 130 KB - Small)
Addison Community Schools - School Board Member
Hillsdale/Jackson County results - (Size: 21 KB - Small)
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