Welcome to Olive Township, a community of thriving agriculture, business and residential neighborhoods cultivated from generations of families in the heart of Ottawa County, Michigan.
Founded on April 6, 1857, today Olive Township has approximately 2,800 registered voters and the tenth Supervisor of record since its founding.
Recent News
The public is welcome to attend Township Board Meetings. The next one is scheduled for this Thursday, May 15 at 7:00 pm. Read the proposed agenda here: ![]()
www.olivetownship.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/BOTAgenda.pdf
Read the draft May Planning Commission meeting minutes here:
www.olivetownship.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Archive25.pdf
🚒We are proud to share this kind message we received recognizing Fire Chief Brian DeWitt and Lieutenant Steve Schoenborn for their outstanding hospitality and selflessness. Their dedication to serving our community doesn’t go unnoticed — whether in emergencies or everyday interactions, they consistently go above and beyond. Thank you, Brian, Steve, and the entire team for embodying the true spirit of service!
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