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Gilbert Birkner

Highway Commissioner

The Township Highway Commissioner, or Road District Commissioner, has the responsibility to manage all Township roadways under their jurisdiction.

The Highway Commissioner is responsible for the construction and maintenance of Township roads to the extent that the Township provides funds for such.

The Highway Commissioner oversees construction, maintenance, and repair of roads, lets contracts, employs labor and purchases materials and machinery. Maintenance duties include snow removal, ice control, mowing and trash pick-up.

The Highway Commissioner works closely with the St. Clair County Highway Department.