Michigan law requires the Township Clerk to carry out three major responsibilities involving township recordkeeping, financial operations and elections.  The Clerk is required to be bonded, and election law requires the clerk obtain and maintain credentials defined by the state. The townships financial records and procedures of the clerk’s office must undergo an independent audit bi-annually from a firm who meets state standards as required by law.  The clerk must appoint a deputy clerk who shall carry out the duties and powers of the clerk if incapacitated or death and may be assigned by the clerk to carry out other duties of the clerk. The Deputy Clerk may be paid for duties with an agreement of the Board and the Clerk. However, the Deputy Clerk may not vote on township matters.  The Felch Township Clerk oversees Cemetery operations and record keeping. The clerk may appoint a cemetery sexton who is required to be confirmed by the township board to assist in cemetery operations and record keeping.