Welcome to Baraga Township!
Copyright © Baraga Township 2026
Baraga Township is located in the Upper Peninsula
of Michigan, on the coast of Lake Superior. The
character of Baraga Township is reflected in its
natural features - the Keweenaw Bay, rolling
hillsides, farmlands, lakes, streams, woodlands,
and open spaces help define those traits that draw
people to the area. In the past, major alteration
and destruction of these natural features
produced far-reaching impacts, some of which can
still be seen today. The Township's residents are
aware of the quality of their environment and
support strong policies in favor of protecting the
Township's natural features.
News
Notice of Public Hearing Baraga Township
Planning Commission
Notice is hereby given that a Public Hearing will be
held by the Baraga Township Planning Commission
on Thursday, May 28, 2026, at 6:00 PM at the
Baraga Township Hall, located at 13919 State Hwy
M-38, Baraga, MI 49908, Baraga County, Michigan,
to receive public comment on an updated version
of the Baraga Township Zoning Ordinance, which
features amendments and updates to the
following Articles:
Article 2: Definitions
Article 4: Zoning Districts Regulations
Article 5: General Provisions
Article 6: Mining & Mineral Extraction
Article 7: Off-Street Parking & Loading
Requirements
Article 10: Landscape, Lighting & Grading
Requirements
Article 11: Site Condominium
Article 12: Wireless Communication Facilities
Article 13: Nonconforming Uses & Structures
Article 14: Zoning Board of Appeals
Article 15: Special Land Uses
Article 16: Zoning Administration
Article 17: Signs & Fences
Article 19: Amendments
The goal of these amendments is to modernize the
document, update zoning terminology and land
uses, favorably affect affordable housing, protect
the township’s rural character, and eliminate
conflicts within the document.
Zoning Ordinance - final draft (PDF)
Written comments regarding the public hearing
will be accepted until 5:00 PM on Wednesday, May
27, 2026, or may be distributed at the meeting. For
questions, contact:
clerk@baragatownship.org or 906-353-6701.
This notice is posted in compliance with Public Act
110 of 2006, as amended, the Open Meetings Act,
and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
Voters:
Please be aware that this is the first year most
Townships will not be sending absentee voter
applications prior to elections. If you applied to be
on the new “Permanent Ballot List” in 2024, you will
be mailed absentee ballots for each election for
which you are eligible without any more steps. If
you are currently on this list, please be sure to
update your temporary mailing address with your
local clerk if you will be away for any upcoming
elections.
ALL registered voters may apply for absentee
ballots for each eligible election, or request to be
put on the “Permanent Ballot List” to automatically
receive ballots for all eligible future elections. You
can do this online at
https://mvic.sos.state.mi.us/AVApplication/Index or
by requesting an application from your local clerk.
OFFICE HOURS
Baraga Township will now hold office hours every
Thursday from 12:00 PM-6:00 PM. The township
hall is located at 13919 State Hwy M-38, Baraga, MI
49908.
SURVEY
•
Presentation “2025 Baraga Township
Community Survey Results”.
•
2025 Baraga Township Community Fill-in Results
and Written Results.
MASTER PLAN
Master Plan (2025)
BOARD MEETINGS
All meetings of the Baraga Township Board of
Trustees will be held at the Township Hall located
at 13919 State Hwy M-38, Baraga, MI 49908.
Baraga Township Board of Trustees Meeting
Schedule.