In compliance with P.A. 56 of 2012, the Gerrish Township Police have been delegated the responsibility of the local entity dock permitting process referred to P.A. 56 of 2012. The Police Department has worked with the Township Attorney to draft the Dock Permit for usage. All permits will be handled by Chief Muszynski or Lt. Schutte and at this time no permit fees will be charged to obtain a permit. All permits issued will expire on November 1st of the given year of the permit. The permit language is contained in the statute. Failure to secure the permit becomes a violation of the statute.
We look forward to making this process as seamless and convenient as possible in order to guarantee lake access for all who wish to visit our lake.
For a SAMPLE of the Dock Permit Application, click here: DOCK PERMIT Sample
For a printable version of the Public Act 56 Brochure, click here: PA 56 Brochure
Lt. Schutte may be contacted at 989-821-5207 Ext. 287. Chief Muszynski may be contacted at 989-821-5207 Ext. 286 or email them using the Contact Form on the right side of this page.
For the 2026 season, the following Gerrish Township Public Road End docks have been issued permits:
- Arbutus Lane
- Birch Road
- Bittersweet Lane
- Chicago Avenue
- Henry Avenue
- Hitchcock Avenue
- Lady Slipper Lane
- Lily Lane
- Magnolia Avenue
- Montrose Avenue
- Reaves Forest Drive
- Scotch Pine Drive
- St. Lawrence Avenue
- St. Louis Avenue
- West Maplehurst Drive
- Washington Avenue
If you have any questions regarding these Road End Docks, please contact us.
