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2026 Brownfield Calendar

Adoption Services

Adoption Services Hours Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. Closed Holidays Link: Trial Court Page Physical Address 811 Port Street 4th Floor St. Joseph, MI 49085 Phone Number 269-983-7111, ext. 8454 Email Us Email Adoption Services HB Holly Bream Email Holly Bream 269-983-7111, ext. 8454

County Surveyor

The County Surveyor’s primary task is to oversee the County Remonumentation Program. This is a State mandated program self funded by document recording fees. Local surveyors are contracted through the County for the systematic maintenance and preservation of the 3067 Government Corners in Berrien County. These corners are the reference points for the description and location of every piece of land in Berrien County used directly or indirectly by surveyors, attorneys, realtors, title companies and property owners.

Berrien County Forms

Berrien County Forms | Berrien County, MI Skip to Main Content Create a Website Account - Manage notification subscriptions, save form progress and more. Website Sign In Services Berrien County Forms Berrien County Forms Business Business Certificate of Assumed Name (PDF) Certificate of Discontinuance (PDF) Change of Address Amendment Form (PDF) Consent to Service Form (PDF) Co-Partnership Certificate (PDF) Community Community Application for Board Appointment (PDF) Berrien County Veterans ID Application (PDF) Dog License Application (PDF) Courts Courts Attempts to Locate Parent Affidavit (PDF) Berrien County Trial Court Copy Request and Agreement for Limited Use (PDF) Central Registry Clearance Request (PDF) Ex Parte Petition and Order (one vehicle) (PDF) Ex Parte Petition and Order (two vehicles) (PDF) Friend of the Court Direct Deposit Application (PDF) Guardianship Restriction (PDF) Letters of Guardianship (PDF) Notice of Hearing (PDF) Order Regarding Appointment of Guardian or Limited Guardian of Minor (PDF) Policy Regarding Expenditure of Funds in Conservatorships for Minors (PDF) Records Check Release - Adult (PDF) Records Check Release - Minor (PDF) Records Check Request (PDF) Verification of Funds (PDF) Elections Election Forms can be found on the Elections page. Employment Employment Application for Employment (PDF) FOIA Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) FOIA Request Form FOIA Request - Appeal an Excess Fee (PDF) Appeal a Denial of Records Notice to Extend Response Notice of Denial Cost Itemization Property Property Affidavit for Waiver (PDF) Connection to Drain (PDF) Encroachment (PDF) Perform Work on Drain (PDF) Soil Erosion Sedimentation Control (SESC) Application Packet (PDF) Soil Erosion Sedimentation Fees (PDF) Utility Work (PDF) Vital Records Vital Records Birth Certificate Copy Request Form (PDF) Death Certificate Request Form (PDF) Marriage License Application (PDF) Marriage License Copy Request (PDF) Loading Loading Do Not Show Again Close Arrow Left Arrow Right [] Slideshow Left Arrow Slideshow Right Arrow

e-Recording

e-Recording In accordance with the Michigan Electronic Recording Commission standards effective January 1, 2014, the Berrien County Register of Deeds accepts documents submitted electronically for recording (eRecording). eRecording delivers documents electronically to the Register of Deeds office rather than by delivery service or in person. While the documents may be submitted anytime, and are “received” as such, the eDocument will be reviewed and processed during Register of Deeds office hours. Documents containing more than 25 pages may not be submitted electronically. Submit documents containing 26 pages or more, in original form with original signatures(s) with payment and a self addressed stamped envelope to: Berrien County Register of Deeds 701 Main Street St. Joseph, MI 49085 Berrien County does not accept the following documents electronically: Court certified documents Death Certificates Surveys Corners Masters Deeds and Amendments to a Master Deed Plat Recordings The Berrien County Register of Deeds only accepts eDocuments from trusted eRecording vendors: Vendor & Website Email Phone CSC eRecording [email protected] (866) 652-0111 ePN eRecording Partners [email protected] (888) 325-3365 Indecomm [email protected] (651) 765-6401 Simplifile [email protected] (800) 460-5657 The Register of Deeds collects recording fees as prescribed by state and local statutes, additional processing fees may be collected by the eRecording vendors. Contact the eRecording vendor to discuss electronic submission of documents and associated fees. If your eRecording service provider is not listed here, have your provider contact Lora L. Freehling, Berrien County Register of Deeds.

2026 Land Bank Calendar

This document is a PDF file containing the 2026 meeting schedule for the Berrien County Land Bank. The content is primarily a calendar listing dates for meetings.

2026 Public Works Calendar

This PDF document, titled "2026 Public Works Calendar," outlines the schedule of meetings for the Public Works department in Berrien County for the year 2026. The document itself is a PDF file hosted on the Berrien County government website.

Berrien County Surplus Auctions

Surplus items could include confiscated and recovered stolen property as well as County used equipment and vehicles. All items can be viewed on the 2 Brothers Auction website.

Berrien County Incentive Program

Berrien County Incentive Program Accountability & Transparency Consolidation of Services Procedure Reports Berrien County Auditing Procedures Reports Berrien County Brownfield Redevelopment Authority Procedures Report Berrien County Building Authority Procedures Report Berrien County Land Bank Procedures Report Employee Retirement System Post-employment Healthcare Plan Road Department Annual Reports

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Adoption Trainings & Events

Adoption Trainings & Events Post Adoption Resource Center Being an adoptive parent can be one of the toughest jobs in the world, but with support, it can also be one of the most rewarding. When difficulties arise, there is help for our and your family to navigate through those challenging times. Click on the Facebook icon to visit the Post Adoption Resource Center's Facebook page. Or click here to visit their website. Parent Resource Fair Berrien County Foster/Adoption/Kinship Parent Resource Fair BCFAN 10th Annual Summer Resource Fair Date: To be determined Thursday, 4-7PM Location: Berrien Center Bible Church, 8830 M-140, Berrien Center, MI Event Details: Are you a kinship, adoptive, or foster care provider? Bring your family to this free resource fair to meet service providers, enjoy food, participate in activities, and register for giveaways! Visit the Berrien County Trial Court Adoption Division booth while you’re there! For more details, see the Resource Fair Flyer (PDF). This event takes place every year in July.

911 Advisory Board Meeting Schedule

911 Advisory Board 2025 Date LOCATION February 26th 9:30 a.m.911 Advisory Board MeetingLocation: County Conference Room located at 2149 E. Napier, Benton Harbor, MI 49022. April 30th9:30 a.m.911 Advisory Board MeetingLocation: County Conference Room located at 2149 E. Napier, Benton Harbor, MI 49022. June 25th9:30 a.m.911 Advisory Board MeetingLocation: County Conference Room located at 2149 E. Napier, Benton Harbor, MI 49022. August 27th9:30 a.m. 911 Advisory Board MeetingLocation: County Conference Room located at 2149 E. Napier, Benton Harbor, MI 49022. October 29th9:30 a.m.911 Advisory Board MeetingLocation: County Conference Room located at 2149 E. Napier, Benton Harbor, MI 49022. December 10th9:30 a.m.911 Advisory Board MeetingLocation: County Conference Room located at 2149 E. Napier, Benton Harbor, MI 49022.

2026 Plat Board Meeting Dates

This document provides the meeting schedule for the 2026 Plat Board. The schedule lists the meeting dates for each month of the year 2026. Please refer to the document for the specific dates and times of each scheduled meeting.

2026 Planning Commission Meeting Schedule

2026 PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING SCHEDULE (Note: All meetings are held at 6:00 PM in the Howard Building, Room 201) January 14, 2026 February 11, 2026 March 11, 2026 April 8, 2026 May 13, 2026 June 10, 2026 July 9, 2026 (Second Thursday) August 13, 2026 September 10, 2026 (Second Thursday) October 8, 2026 (Second Thursday) November 12, 2026 December 10, 2026 (Subject to change upon notice)

Planning Commission Agenda

This document is the agenda for the Planning Commission meeting. It is a PDF file and contains the list of items to be discussed.