About Us
Meridian Township is located approximately 10 miles east of Michigan's State Capital, Lansing, and is immediately adjacent to Michigan State University. It is approximately 32 square miles in size, and is close to major highways, rail, and the Capital City Airport is just minutes away.
The Township has a current population of approximately 40,000, and has a park system with over 906 acres of park land in 28 parks and natural areas.
Meridian Township residents enjoy quiet, safe, and well maintained neighborhoods with plenty of open space where families can play and spend time together.
Lake Lansing is the largest lake within 25 miles of the State Capital, and is located in Meridian Township.
In November 2000, Township residents approved a millage for a Land Preservation Program and have met the goal of 10% for preserving the most valuable natural areas or open spaces. The program has approximately 500 acres made up of land and water that provides valuable habitat for native plants and animals, protects air and water quality, adds aesthetic value, and enhances public enjoyment of the outdoors.
The Land Preservation Program is the first of its kind in Michigan expressly for the acquisition and preservation of open space and special natural features. It is also one of the few such programs in the United States and the only one in Michigan to use ecollogically based screening criteria for preserve evaluation and acquisition.
