Butch Peeples, Helena Township Supervisor and Sexton
Supervisor / Sexton

Butch Peeples

Serves as Township Supervisor and presides over Township Board meetings, providing administrative leadership and coordinating with county and state partners on infrastructure, emergency services, and long-term planning. In addition to his official duties, Butch donates his time and equipment — including use of his tractor — to assist with snow removal and seasonal maintenance. He also oversees cemetery operations and burial arrangements as the Township Sexton.
Contact for: Township administration, infrastructure concerns, and cemetery matters.
Oryana Leffew, Helena Township Clerk
Township Clerk

Oryana Leffew

Serves as Helena Township’s official record keeper and Chief Election Officer. The Clerk administers elections, safeguards township records, and ensures proper public notice and documentation. Responsibilities include oversight of accounts payable, payroll, and human resources administration, financial reporting support, records archiving, facility rentals, and management of the township website and community calendar.
Contact for: Elections, voter registration, FOIA requests, official records, accounts payable, payroll/HR matters, rentals, website, and calendar inquiries.
Shayla Savage
Deputy Clerk

Shayla Savage

Supports election administration and assists in maintaining township records. Provides coordination for virtual meetings, Zoom administration, website updates, and township communications, including graphic design and digital materials, ensuring continuity and public access to information.
Contact for: Election assistance and Clerk’s office support.
Catherine Rice, Helena Township Treasurer
Treasurer

Catherine Rice

Manages township funds and oversees property tax collection and financial recordkeeping to ensure accurate handling of public funds.
Contact for: Property tax payments, receipts, and treasury inquiries.
Ernie Rice, Helena Township Deputy Treasurer
Deputy Treasurer

Ernie Rice

Assists with tax collection, financial processing, and treasury operations, supporting accurate accounting and service to residents.
Contact for: Tax payment assistance and treasury office support.
Butch Bartz, Helena Township Trustee
Trustee

Butch Bartz

Serves on the Township Board and works directly with the Antrim County Road Commission regarding road maintenance and infrastructure matters.
Contact for: Road concerns and related infrastructure questions.
Jim Schilling, Helena Township Trustee
Trustee

Jim Schilling

Serves on the Township Board and participates in decisions involving policy, budgeting, and township initiatives.

STAFF

Robert Logee, Helena Township Assessor
Assessor

Robert Logee

Reviews property records, determines property values for tax purposes, and maintains assessment information.
Contact for: Property assessments, taxable values, property records, and assessment questions.
Jackie Petersen, Helena Township Zoning Administrator
Zoning Administrator

Jackie Petersen

Reviews zoning applications, conducts inspections, and maintains property assessment records.
Contact for: Zoning permits, land use questions, and property assessments.
David Hunstad, Helena Township Planning Commission Chair
Planning Commission Chair

David Hunstad

Leads the Planning Commission in matters related to zoning, land use, and long-range planning.
Contact for: Zoning amendments, development proposals, and public hearing information.
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