Michigan Compiled Laws, Chapter 125. Planning, Housing and Zoning § 125.2204

Sec. 4. (1) If a township board determines that it is in the best interests of the public to halt or prevent property deterioration or increase property valuation where possible in a resort district, or to eliminate the causes of that deterioration, the township board may declare by resolution the intention to create and provide for the operation of an authority. In the resolution of intent, the township board shall set a date for holding a public hearing on adopting an ordinance or resolution creating the authority and establishing the board.

(2) Notice of the public hearing shall be published twice in a newspaper of general circulation in the township, not less than 20 nor more than 40 days before the date of the hearing.

(3) A resident, taxpayer, or property owner of the township has the right to be heard in regard to the establishment of the authority.