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Brown Township

Brown Township is a civil township located in rural Manistee County, Michigan. The township was organized in 1855 and has a total area of 36.2 square miles. According to the 2010 U.S. Census, Brown Township has a population of approximately 750 residents and a density of 18 people per square mile. The Big Manistee River runs through the heart of Brown Township which makes the area a sportsman’s paradise. In addition to the Big Manistee its tributaries Bear Creek and Chief Creek, Brown Township is positioned close to Lake Michigan fishing and beaches, abundant outdoor recreational opportunities, and easy access to the Manistee National Forest and Manistee River State Game Area.

• NOTICES •

SPECIAL NOTICE - Next Board meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 6:00 p.m.

SPECIAL NOTICE - Public Accuracy Test for the May 5, 2026 Election is scheduled for April 7, 2026 at 11:00 a.m.

SPECIAL NOTICE - Brown Township can no longer receive payments for 2025 property taxes. Property taxes have been turned over to the Manistee County Treasurer's office. Please call them at 231-723-3173 for current amount due and payment options.

Regular Board Meetings are held the second Wednesday of the month, 6:00 p.m. at Brown Township Hall (unless posted otherwise).
Household refuse is collected on the first and third Saturdays of the month at the Brown Township Hall. More information Click Here.
Brown Township participates in the Manistee County Recycles program. For more information Click here.