Stay Safe Over Easter

The last few weeks have been difficult as we have navigated the changes to our lives that are necessary to combat the global novel coronavirus pandemic. Many things have changed and our lives are far from what most of us consider normal. For those abiding...

Emergency Order Closing Children's Playground Equipment and Group Athletic Areas

The attached Emergency Order 2020-04 requires All Public Agencies, Apartment Owners, and Owners of Recreation Facilities and Equipment to close park and recreation areas that encourage people to congregate.

Amended Emergency Order Requiring Screening and Social Distancing Measures

The amended order clarifying changes and providing additional guidance on social distancing measures.

Second Update from the Chairman of the Board

Second Statement from David Stimpson, Chairman Lenawee County Board of Commissioners

Statement by Chairman of the Board

Statement from David Stimpson, Chairman Lenawee County Board of Comissioners

Stay Home. Stay Safe. Save Lives.

For at least the next two weeks, all Michigan businesses and operations must temporarily suspend in-person operations that are not necessary to sustain or protect life, and all Michiganders must stay in their homes...

Emergency Order Requiring Screening and Social Distancing Measures at Open Businesses

Lenawee County Businesses and Operations that are open are to screen employees for symptoms of COVID-19 and implement a plan to provide at least 6 feet of space between employees, between employees and customers, and between customers and other customers.

Lenawee County Residents Have More Time to Pay Past Due 2017 Property Taxes

Lenawee County residents have more time to get caught up on their 2017
taxes and prevent their home from foreclosing after Governor Gretchen Whitmer issued an executive order extending the property tax foreclosure deadline to May 29, 2020.

Medical Supplies Needed

Personal Protection Equipment (PPE), that first responders and law enforcement need to protect themselves when caring for and interacting with the public, is in short supply and hard to restock.

Emergency Order Requiring the Reporting of Donated Medical Supplies

To better understand what is available and meet the needs of our medical and first responder professionals, this order to report donations will be used to create a database of donated supplies and support communication between agencies.

Lenawee County Health Department Reports more Positive COVID-19 Cases

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First Positive COVID-19 Case in Lenawee County

The Lenawee County Health Department (LCHD) has been notified of the first
positive test result for COVID-19 in an adult female from Lenawee County. The individual has been self-isolating.

COVID-19 Exposure at Andrews University Concert

Lenawee County residents that attended a Sandi Patty concert
at Andrews University in Berrien Springs on March 8th, 2020 are urged to contact the Health Department immediately.

Law Enforcement Response Information

As a result of the Governor’s Executive Order to “Stay at Home” we are
urging residents not to call 911 to advise us of persons who may not be adhering to the order. Our 911 Operators are extremely busy with high priority calls for service.

ProMedica Health Systems Update

ProMedica Health Systems will continue to take steps to keep the residents of Lenawee County updated on their local hospital. The State of Michigan has launched a new hotline to answer health related questions seven days a week.

Lenawee County Offices Closed Other Than for Essential Services - Department Update

As we continue to evaluate and adjust our response, the safety of our residents and employees is of primary concern. During this public closure, essential County Employees will continue to report to work as scheduled.

Lenawee County Offices Closed Other Than for Essential Services

In compliance with Governor Whitmer’s executive order 2020-21, only essential
employees of the County will report to work commencing 12:01 am on March 24, 2020. Employees performing essential functions, who are able to work from home, will work from home.

Declaration of a “Local State of Emergency” Effective: March 23, 2020

On March 23, 2020, a “state of emergency” declaration exists in the County of Lenawee, due to the COVID-1 9 Pandemic, the State of Emergency Declared by the Governor of the State of Michigan.

Community Mental Health Service Updates and Upcoming Webinars

LCMHA will modify its services and offer webinars that will help all residents cope with increased stress and anxiety.

ProMedica Health Systems Update

3/20/20 ProMedica Health Systems will continue to take steps to keep the residents of Lenawee County updated on their local hospitals.

Coronavirus Response Information

The Lenawee County Sheriff's Office has seen an increase of scams and many have asked for information, we have put together a "What NOT to do" list

What Does it Mean to Self-Quarantine?

Self-quarantine or self -isolation means staying home and not leaving to go ANYWHERE, unless you need medical care

What to Expect When Calling 911

If you need Emergency Services do not hesitate to call 911, we are responding to all emergencies.

ProMedica Bixby-Herrick Updates

In order to protect our patients, the community and our staff, we have made some changes to...

Circuit Court Press Release

3/19/20 The 39th Circuit Court, Lenawee County Probate Court, and 2A District Court limits

County Offices restrictions

The safety of our residents and employees is of primary concern,

Coronavirus UPDATE Presentation

Update from the Health Department

2019 Novel Coronavirus

The LC Health Department has been diligently working on preparedness and response planning

Letter to Childcare Providers

3/17/20 The Governor's announcement to close k-12 schools through April 5th did not include

State-Wide K-12 School Closures

3/13/2020 Health Department Responds to State-Wide K-12 School Closures due to COVID-19

Department on Aging Response to COVID-19

3/13/20 Through counsel of the Lenawee County Health Department

Cancellation - Food Handlers Class

3/13/20 Cancellation of March 16 Food Handlers Class

Coronavirus UPDATE

The Lenawee County Health Department is working to provide you important information regarding

April Message

 APRIL Newsletter (pdf)

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Recycling Drop Off Site

County Business

Lenawee County has continued to monitor the COVID-19 virus and has provided protective measures to help mitigate the transmission of COVID-19 in Lenawee County.

As we continue to evaluate and adjust our response, the safety of our residents and employees i...

2020 Census

What matters to you? Schools? Transportation? Hospitals?

Data from the U.S. Census Bureau help inform planning efforts for all these important community resources.To learn how census data impact you and your community, visit 2020census.gov 

Save the Date

SCRAP TIRE COLLECTION EVENT

Tire Recycling Grant awarded by MI Department of Environment Great Lakes & Energy 

DATE:  Saturday, May 30, 2020

TIME:  8 AM - 12 PM

WHERE:  Lenawee County Fair & Event Grounds  ...

Household Hazardous Materials

2020 Elections

Election Dates 

• March 10, 2020- Presidential Primary
• May 5, 2020- Special Election Date
• State Primary – August 4, 2020
• State General Election- November 3, 2020

Offices to be Elected in 2020 

Signature Requirements

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Meals for Seniors

Senior Center Phone Numbers

Addison- 547-5777

Adrian- 263-3585

Blissfield- 486-2397

Hudson- 448-4605

Morenci- 260-4912

Onsted- 467-6917

Tecumseh- 423-5939

LDA Resources

1040 S. Winter Street, Suite 3003Adrian, MI 49221517-264-5280Check out the Department on Aging Resource Guide!

LDA Home Meals

The Lenawee Department on Aging salutes volunteers!

As the Nutrition Director, I see the impact of volunteer dedication every day.  The kitchen staff of the seven senior centers are amazing at preparing over nine hundred meals each day for older a...

LDA Medical Rides

The Lenawee Department on Aging salutes volunteers!

A vital part of health care is being able to get to medical appointments.  As some older adults are not able to or elect not to drive to these appointments, the Lenawee Department on Aging is pro...

LDA Nutrition

The Lenawee Department on Aging salutes volunteers!

As the Nutrition Director, I see the impact of volunteer dedication every day.  The kitchen staff of the seven senior centers are amazing at preparing over nine hundred meals each day for older a...

LDA Volunteers

The Lenawee Department on Aging salutes volunteers!

PEOPLE are the best asset Lenawee County has.  It is through volunteers that the Department on Aging is able to deliver over seven hundred meals Monday through Friday and transport as ma...

LDA Caregivers

Are you a caregiver? Or do you think you may be a caregiver?  I am Tammy Jewell, Director of Daybreak.  At the Lenawee Department on Aging we believe that caregivers need support to make the best of the caregiver experience. &am...

LDA Centers

Senior Centers

The senior centers are the focal point of activities for older adults in Lenawee County.Each of the center’s activities may differ, but they all offer fun, fellowship, personal enrichment, challenges, parties, games, educational cl...

Lenawee Transportation & Dial-A-Ride Services

EFFECTIVE MONDAY – MARCH 30, 2020

Lenawee Transportation:  Open Monday – Friday from 9am – 3pm.   We have one driver providing transportation for essential services.   

Adrian Dial-A-Ride:&am...

How to contact MSU -Ext

Michigan State University Extension, Lenawee County

Getting in Touch with Lenawee County MSU Extension During COVID-19

MSU Extension programming staff in Lenawee County have shifted to remote operations to mitigate community spread of COVID-19. We are still...

Recycling Drop Off Site

Household Hazardous Materials

Michigan Recycling Directory

Amongst all of the holiday cheer, excitement, and fun, you might not have had a moment to think about where to recycle your old TV after you purchase that shiny new one on Black Friday.

Luckily, Michigan has a robust electronics recycling system, so be sur...

DOS - No Bags

They wreak havoc at the recycling plant!  

Plastic grocery bags are recyclable, but should be returned to retail centers.

When people throw bags in the recycle bin they end up wreaking havoc on the machinery at the recycling center.  Worke...

Composting

Composting is a lot easier than you may think. Organic material breaks down around us in nature all the time. Composting is just a method of speeding up the process. 

The Solid Waste Department has a pile of information on Backyard Composting for ...

Household Hazardous Materials

Hazardous waste materials are just that: hazardous. Not only can they be dangerous for you and your health, they are dangerous to the environment too, and should never go into your community’s regular trash.

Check out the LOCAL RESOURCES ...

Save the Date

SCRAP TIRE COLLECTION EVENT

Tire Recycling Grant awarded by MI Department of Environment Great Lakes & Energy 

DATE:  Saturday, May 30, 2020

TIME:  8 AM - 12 PM

WHERE:  Lenawee County Fair & Event Grounds  ...

2020 Meeting Schedule

Foreclosure Deadline Extended

Due to the ongoing health concerns and resulting travel and service limitations presented by the Novel Coronavirus, COVID19, the March 31st deadline of the 2017 and prior taxes has been extended to May 29, 2020 by the order of Governor Whitmer.  ...