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County Offices Temporarily Relocating During Gov Center Construction

By Beth Milligan | Jan. 13, 2026

Grand Traverse County offices on the first floor of the Governmental Center are undergoing renovations to "modernize and improve the overall work environment, update finishes, and create a more efficient layout for staff and the public," according to a county release. To accommodate the remodel, the Treasurer, Register of Deeds, and County Clerk Vital Records offices will be temporarily relocated.

"These moves are necessary to clear space for construction and will be completed in phases to ensure all public services remain operational throughout the process," according to the release. The following is the relocation schedule, temporary location, and contact information for each department:

> County Treasurer’s Office
January 14
3rd Floor, Governmental Center
231-922-4735

> County Register of Deeds:
January 20
2nd Floor, Governmental Center
231-922-4753

> County Clerk Vital Records Office:
January 27
1st Floor, Historic Courthouse: Please note that Historic Courthouse visitors are subject to a metal detector. No weapons, explosives, knives, scissors, or razor blades permitted.
231-922-4760

Renovations are expected to be complete with offices returning to the first floor of the Governmental Center by mid-March.

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