Assessor

Cameron Fuess

Au Train Township Assessor
(224) 388-3003
autrainassessor@gmail.com

Upon contacting the assessor, the assessor shall return phone calls and emails within 3 days of the initial correspondence. Longer than typical response times can be expected during assessment notice preparation, March Board of Review, July Board of Review, and December Board of Review.

Au Train Township assessment department is available by appointment only.  Please contact the assessor to arrange in-person meeting if necessary. 

Online Access to Data and Maps

Since the Township does not have a full-time staff, for your convenience the Township has provided the public with access to all assessing, tax and mapping information online, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

The assessing data will be available through BS&A by clicking the image above, or link below.  The assessing information will give you the record card information including building contents break down, sketches and land information. You will be able to search by address, owner’s name, or parcel number.  *You can access your own property for free by creating an account, but you will be charged a fee by BS&A for other properties.  That fee covers the cost maintaining the site.  Au Train Township does not receive any funds for offering this service.* 

Maps are provided through Alger County Equalization Department.  Please find the link below to access Colligo GIS, the site that houses the maps.

Colligo GIS

BS&A Property Information Lookup 

Land Values

Each year vacant land sales are analyzed, and land values are categorized and calculated, then applied in the valuation process.  Please see below for the land value grid used. 

•Land  Values

Economic Condition Factors

Each year the sales of improved properties are analyzed, and Economic Condition Factors (ECF’s) are calculated and applied in the valuation process.  Please see below for the data by year. 

ECF 

Contact Information for Delinquent Taxes

Delinquent taxes are transferred to the Alger County Treasurer’s office in February of each year.  Inquiries regarding tax amounts and payment status after February should be directed to the Alger County Treasurers office.

Current Tax Bill Status

Current year tax inquires can be directed to Kristy Cota, Au Train Township treasurer.

Assessment Change Notices

Assessment change notices are mailed out at the end of February each year.  Change notices will include tentative values, property classification and exemption status for the following year, and will include information on how and when to protest values if necessary. 

Parcel Splits and Combinations

Splits and combinations are processed in January of each year.  Below is a property split authorization form.  This form needs to be complete and submitted, with payment to Mary Johnson, Au Train Township Clerk. 

  • Link to Split Authorization Form

Exemption Forms and Documentation

Please see below for a selection of property tax exemption forms:

How to Protest an Assessment

Tax assessments can be disputed each year at the March Board of Review.  Absentee protests are accepted, and will need a fully completed 4035a (protest to the march board of review) and any supporting documentation necessary.  All of which needs to be submitted by the day preceding the final meeting of the March Board of Review.   

News / Notices

*Special Meeting Notice*
 
The Au Train Township Board will hold a Special Meeting on Thursday, October 24th at 6:30 pm to interview candidates to fill the vacant Zoning Administrator position.  We will also review Financial Statements and the 2024-2025 Budget for General, Fire, Garbage, and Road Funds and amend said Budgets as necessary.  
 
*Important information for Absentee Ballot Voters.*
 
It has come to my attention that some of the recent absentee ballots mailed may have included a Primary Election Secrecy sleeve rather than a General Election Secrecy sleeve. If you have questions on instructions please reach out…..YOU may vote straight party or mixed on your ballot in November.  I apologize in advance if this has caused you any confusion.
 
INSTRUCTIONS:
TO VOTE: Completely darken the box opposite each choice.
IMPORTANT: To mark your ballot, use only a black or blue ink pen.
DO NOT USE ANY OTHER INK COLOR!
PARTISAN SECTION: To vote the partisan section of the ballot, you may cast a “mixed ticket.”
Mixed Ticket: Vote for the individual candidates of your choice in each office.
NONPARTISAN and PROPOSAL SECTIONS of the ballot (if any) must be voted separately.
DO NOT vote for more candidates than indicated under each office title.
WRITE-IN CANDIDATES: To vote for a candidate whose name is not printed on the ballot, write or place the name of that candidate in the blank space provided and completely darken the voting target area. Do not cast a write-in vote for a candidate whose name is already printed on the ballot for that office.
CHECK BOTH SIDES OF BALLOT: This ballot has two sides. Be certain to check the reverse side of the ballot.
WHEN YOU HAVE COMPLETED VOTING: Place the ballot in the secrecy sleeve and then in the postage paid return envelope. You can mail it or bring it to the Election Dropbox located at the Township Hall.
NOTE: If you make a mistake, please contact the Clerk to spoil your ballot and have a new one issued. Do not attempt to erase or correct any marks made in error.
 
 
Mary Walther Johnson
Au Train Township Clerk
(906)361-2373
 

*Au Train Township – Employment Opportunity*

The Au Train Township is seeking applications for the Position of Zoning Administrator. This is a part-time self-paced position with a monthly salary to be determined. Must be willing to commit to educational opportunities. The Zoning Administrator plays a significant role in the continued development of our Community.

Submit your letter of interest and resume to our Supervisor no later than November 1, 2024. (Date Extended) Email: michelledoucette@charter.net Or Mail: Au Train Township, Zoning Administrator Position, PO Box 33, Au Train MI 49806 Or Dropoff: N7569 Spruce St, Au Train MI in Clerk/Treasurer Office dropbox.  

The Zoning Administrator Job Description can be found at autraintownship.gov > Zoning

Au Train Township is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Mary Walther Johnson
Au Train Township Clerk
09/30/2024

*November 5th General Election Absentee Voter Ballot Information*
I expect to mail all Permanent Ballot Voters and those who requested a ballot for the November Election only, the 1st week of October.  PLEASE NOTE: The post office cannot forward ballots.  If you expect to be gone prior to mail date you need to make sure I have a current address on file.  You can track your ballot status at www.michigan.gov/vote

For anyone wanting to vote absentee or participate in Early Voting Options – that information is also available at www.michigan.gov/vote

Questions, contact Clerk Johnson at marywaltherjohnson@charter.net or call (906)361-2373